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Treasures in Heaven – My God, How Great Thou Art!

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March 10, 2020 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Treasures in Heaven 4 Comments

published date: February 21, 2010
modified datt: March 10,2020

I apologize about a few weeks off from Treasure in Heaven. It isn’t that I haven’t learned much, or I haven’t had much to say, I just really wasn’t able to really express it all into words.

I am not sure if it is the weather (blue sky and beautiful temperature) or the following of some powerful weeks of growth, but I can’t stop signing “My God, how great Thou art!”

God truly is amazing!

O Lord my God, When I in awesome wonder,
Consider all the worlds Thy Hands have made;
I see the stars, I hear the rolling thunder,
Thy power throughout the universe displayed.

Then sings my soul, My Savior God, to Thee,
How great Thou art, How great Thou art.
Then sings my soul, My Savior God, to Thee,
How great Thou art, How great Thou art!

When through the woods, and forest glades I wander,
And hear the birds sing sweetly in the trees.
When I look down, from lofty mountain grandeur
And see the brook, and feel the gentle breeze.

Then sings my soul, My Savior God, to Thee,
How great Thou art, How great Thou art.
Then sings my soul, My Savior God, to Thee,
How great Thou art, How great Thou art!

And when I think, that God, His Son not sparing;
Sent Him to die, I scarce can take it in;
That on the Cross, my burden gladly bearing,
He bled and died to take away my sin.

Then sings my soul, My Savior God, to Thee,
How great Thou art, How great Thou art.
Then sings my soul, My Savior God, to Thee,
How great Thou art, How great Thou art!

When Christ shall come, with shout of acclamation,
And take me home, what joy shall fill my heart.
Then I shall bow, in humble adoration,
And then proclaim: “My God, how great Thou art!”

Then sings my soul, My Savior God, to Thee,
How great Thou art, How great Thou art.
Then sings my soul, My Savior God, to Thee,
How great Thou art, How great Thou art!


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It’s Time to Be Real – Who is Ashley?

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December 12, 2019 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Instagram, Pinterest, Seasonal, Social Media, Treasures in Heaven 12 Comments

published date: October 05, 2014
modified datt: December 12,2019

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It took me awhile to come to this post. I kept pushing it away, saying my reader’s don’t care. Over and over, though, I had the desire to be real with you – SO LET’S BE REAL!

I know many of you have been with me since what I call “the Dr. Phil days.”  I began Frugal Coupon Living in late 2008. The following year in 2009, blogging became an unexpected whirlwind through media and press that was a bit overwhelming. It was nothing I had expected and it was in the middle of personal silent chaos (I couldn’t share) but also public joys. I welcomed my oldest daughter before the blog in 2008, but many of you were with me in the birth of my youngest daughter 2009 – how do I know you were there, I was in the hospital bed, in labor, blogging about deals (that is when you know that your “job” is your passion.)

From 2008 to 2011, I shared with you many of my excitements. I included pictures of my kids, myself and friends at blogging conferences, my personal deal finds, and other home photos. Then all of a sudden in 2011, I went quiet – I removed so much of the personal and I HATED IT. I wanted to still connect with you.

The other day I posted a picture on Instagram. It was a picture of myself and my two girls celebrating my 2009 baby turning 5. Yes, five years have gone fast. I had a reader ask me a question – WHERE IS YOUR HUSBAND?!? Really?!? You don’t know, I wondered. I spent the better part of that morning crafting my response to her. This was the first time I had been asked in 3 1/2 years, how would I reply? Why do I have to answer this now? It dawned on me, “Ashley, you have tried to publicly hide this divorce and you have. Of course, this reader of six years has no idea.” Yes friends, I AM DIVORCED, and I hid it from Frugal Coupon Living.

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Five years ago, this sweet girl graced this world giving Lucy and I one of our biggest gifts. Thank you Bella for teaching us to laugh, forgive, hug often, color outside the lines, and to find joy and humor in all things. Happy 5th Birthday Isabella Grace. We love you! #birthday

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Why did I hide my divorce? Mainly two reasons. 1.) I didn’t want my blog to promote divorce, it isn’t something I agreed with and after counsel from the church, friends, and family, I decided it was the right thing to do. This blog was about saving money and I wanted to keep it that. 2.) I feared judgment. I knew a lot of my readers were from in-tack families, some were even wives of pastors – yes, I do understand that doesn’t keep you free of the struggles marriage can bring. In fact, you probably are attacked more. I do get that. However, inside of me a little voice asked – What would they think? Would I loose readership?

I don’t regret the times I remained quiet behind the blog. In fact and unfortunately, there is still much reason for me to continue to do so. I still have two young impressionable girls. But there is also a time to connect with you and say to you, I GET IT! I go through struggles and I, as well, find times were saving money or using a coupon is just too much effort.

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While I can’t always connect with you in each deal post I share, I do find the best place for me to let you into my life, my passions and my heart (I think it’s a big one) is on INSTAGRAM.

  • Did you know my Godfather worked in the World Trade Center?
  • Did you know I am a fitness fanatic?
  • Did you know I am “sorta” obsessed with coffee?
  • Did you know I love fashion and putting outfits together?
  • Did you see the fun way I practice spelling words in my child’s lunch?

It’s been over three years as a single mom and I wouldn’t trade it for anything. Wow the GROWTH that has occurred. I am not the same woman who started this blog six years ago. I AM BLESSED YA’LL. I love my kids, I love my home, I love my family and friends – and you might just see a man I love on Instagram too. He’s a mighty good one! I have grown to appreciate love and life more than I ever did before.

And for the future – I have some really happy things on the horizon and I can’t wait to share them with you too! God is good!



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Behind the Scenes: We Have a Baby Boy!

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November 4, 2016 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Social Media, Treasures in Heaven

published date: October 27, 2016
modified datt: November 04,2016

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It’s been awhile since I have had a chance to sit down and be real with you guys. In fact, I am ashamed to admit it has been almost 2 years since my last “Who is Ashley” post. It was during that time that I shared with you a hidden secret, I was a single mom for 3 years. Many of you began a story with me in 2008 that included me, a spouse and a newborn daughter. In that time, I was shaped, molded, redeemed and blessed with an amazing story and the recent birth of a sweet baby boy. Additionally, I also have gone from living in Florida for 33+ years to uprooting myself and giving a new city and area of the country (Washington, DC) a try.

In my early 20s, my biggest fear was a failed marriage. The fear was over being alone, raising kids and somehow supporting myself and them. A paralyzing fear is the best way to describe it. I stayed in a relationship that wasn’t healthy because I was afraid of the unknown. However, as a single mother my faith grew, my compassion grew, and my self confidence grew. I am grateful for those years alone and grateful for the woman, mother, and wife that time molded me to become.

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Photo Credit: http://terrismithphotoblog.com/

In December of 2014, I remarried this amazing man. He was a friend from youth group and not knowing each other too well, we parted ways and didn’t stay in touch. Years later, during a Google fiasco with the blog, he reached out to help. We reconnected and is it fair to say the rest is history. God closed a door and opened up a door full of love and hope I have never known. I have a compassionate husband and the girls have an amazing stepfather. Our book never closed, just new chapters were made. Our story continues…

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Photo Credit: http://www.thestorkstudio.com/

This month, we were blessed with a son. I look down at this precious bundle and am in awe. I was always a girl mom. I once thought my days of having more children were done and there God goes again, blessing me with something I REALLY DON’T DESERVE… a sweet baby boy.

Don’t get me wrong, the trials don’t end with a second marriage and all of these blessings. I don’t just walk away from those years alone and thank God for all the additional pruning and refining. I am on earth and that time continues.  Each day I have to fully surrender myself to His grace – because I cannot do it on my own, even with the help of a spouse. This verse comes to mind. I have a wonderful home, a wonderful family, a wonderful husband but as Matthew 6 states, these are earthly treasures and temporary fulfillment. My treasure needs to be stored in Heaven, the only place I will find complete joy and perfection.

Matthew 6:19-21 “Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moths and vermin destroy, and where thieves break in and steal. But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where moths and vermin do not destroy, and where thieves do not break in and steal.  For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.”

A marriage, a new home in Washington, DC, and the birth of a sweet baby boy. So many positives, so much change, but all by His grace and the daily (really hourly) surrender of storing my treasures up in heaven.

Also see Behind the Scenes February 2016 and Who is Ashley.

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Tide Coupons & DetergentDeal Starting at $2.79 Each

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July 5, 2014 by Tiffany at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Coupons, CVS, Rite Aid, Treasures in Heaven, Walgreens 1 Comment

published date: July 04, 2014
modified datt: July 05,2014

tide couponsNext week makes for the perfect time shop for Tide Laundry Detergent!  The Tide  Laundry Detergent printable coupons below makes this possible!

Print Tide Laundry Detergent:

  • $1.50 OFF on ONE Tide Detergent 40oz or larger
  • $1.50 OFF on ONE Tide Boost
  • $1.00 OFF ONE Tide Washing Machine Cleaner
  • 65¢ OFF ONE Tide To Go Pen
  • $2.00 OFF ONE Tide PODS 31ct or larger
  • $2.00 OFF ONE Tide OXI Multi-Purpose Stain Remover

Stack the coupons above with any of the three drug stores Walgreens,Rite Aid, or CVS to score a great !

Walgreens

Buy (5) Tide Detergent 24 to 32 loads-$4.99
Spend $20, Get 5,000 Points
Use (4) $1.50 off Tide Laundry Detergent Coupons 
$2.79 ea. wyb 5 after coupons and Points

Rite Aid

Buy (2) Tide Detergent 92 to 100 oz.-$11.99
Spend $20, Get $7 +Up Reward (Limit 1)
Use (2) $1.50 off Tide Laundry Detergent Coupons
$6.99 ea. wyb 2 after coupons and +Up Reward

CVS

Buy (4) Tide Detergent 48 to 64 loads-$9.94
Spend $30, Get $10 Gas Card (Limit 1)
Use (4) $1.50 off Tide Laundry Detergent Coupons 
$5.94 ea. wyb 4 after coupons and Gas Card

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DO NOT FORGET – THERE IS A HUGE 38 oz  Tide FREEBIE from Walmart Right now!

Be sure to also catch this weeks round-up of Laundry Deals. Get more Walgreens Deals,Rite Aid Deals, Cvs Deals!

Thanks Passion for Savings!

 

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Dove Ice Cream Bars 6ct NOW $0.47 with Coupon at Walmart!

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September 3, 2013 by Tiffany at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Coupons, Store Deals, Treasures in Heaven, Walmart Leave a Comment

published date: September 03, 2013
modified datt: September 03,2013

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Dove Ice Cream Bars latest printable coupon for a $1.50 off 1 Twix and MARS Ice Cream Multipacks, makes for cheap ice cream now at Walmart!  Score a 6 count Dove ice cream bar  Multipack for just $.47, after coupon!

Walmart Deal:

Dove Ice Cream Bars 6ct. – $1.97
Use the $1.50/1 Mars Ice Cream Coupon
=  $0.47 for a 6 ct.

Thanks,  The Wally World Woman

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Treasures in Heaven – From the Inside Out

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August 22, 2010 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Treasures in Heaven 1 Comment

published date: August 22, 2010
modified datt: August 21,2010

Pamela sent me this email and I felt he prhase was very true. Whatever is inside of us eventually overflows to be what we present as oneself.

“Watch your thoughts ; they become words. Watch your words; they become actions. Watch your actions; they become habits. Watch your habits; they become character. Watch your character; it becomes your destiny. “

It reminded me of Pauls verse in Philippians 4:8 “Whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable–if anything is excellent or praiseworthy–think about such things.”

Just a little something for you to reflect on today.


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Coupons Saved My Home

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July 29, 2010 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Treasures in Heaven 12 Comments

published date: July 11, 2010
modified datt: July 29,2010

Coupons saved my home. No, I am not about to tell you how two years in couponing has paid of my mortgage, it hasn’t.  However, coupons once lead me out of the way and saved what could have been a major emergency.

If you have been following me for awhile know, you might remember my refrigerator recall a little over a year ago.  One Sunday I was reading Parade Magazine searching for coupons when I stumbled upon a recall that included my refrigerator (the first way coupons saved my home.) Like a good consumer and home owner, I called the recall hotline that Monday and had an appointment scheduled for Friday to fixed the recalled part.

Three days later, on a Thursday (the day before the appointment), I went to the Sprint store. The line was incredibly long and would take 45 minutes. Instead of waiting I came home to get the coupons I hadn’t brought with me on my errands. I needed to go to Publix. This was a little frustrating, because when running errands no one wants to run out of their way to go home and get the forgotten coupons.

I walked in the house and paniced. Clearly SOMETHING was burning. My initial response was that it was the dishwasher (It has been on and I assumed plastic fell down around the metal)…it wasn’t. I check the fire place (gas) the laundry room, everywhere (but the refrigerator.) After calling 911 (my mother instinct told me something was REALLY bad) I carried the baby, doggies, and cat all outside to the front yard (with my LOVELY neighbors – thanks friends.) My husband, who was on the phone with me asked if I got my computer (haha) – I had not, but I did go back inside, okay so I shouldn’t have.

The fire department ending up coming and took care of identifying the problem – it was the refridgerator (not up in full flames yet, but rather small electrical parts burning.)Had a waited longer…well you know the rest.

What to take away 1.) I am taking these recalls seriously – getting them done ASAP 2.) I will NEVER be fearful to call 911 when my daughter and I could be in trouble 3.) The Biggest and MOST IMPORTANT Lesson – GOD IS GOOD, ALL THE TIME. I was NOT supposed to come home for a couple of hours and God arranged the events of the day so that I did. Thank you, Lord.

Sometimes things are our plans, while he has other plans. I get frustrated about detours in my life, but this story reminds me that God wants me where and when he wants me there.

Proverbs 3: 5 – 6 “Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight.”

Proverbs 16:9 “In his heart a man plans his course, but the LORD determines his steps.”

Isaiah 48:17 “This is what the LORD says, your Redeemer, the Holy One of Israel: “I am the LORD your God, who teaches you what is best for you, who directs you in the way you should go.”

Isaiah 58:11 “The Lord will guide you always…”


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Treasures in Heaven – Simplicity in LEGOs

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January 24, 2010 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Treasures in Heaven 12 Comments

published date: January 24, 2010
modified datt: January 23,2010

Lately, I have had the opportunity to sit down with my older daughter and spend some time creating things with LEGOs and coloring in our coloring book.  Nothing beats this bonding time.  While it allows for some mommy and me time for her, I must say it really does rest and quiet my own soul.  If I am able to remove myself from the abundance of things I need to get done (it never feels like enough in this line of work) then I am able to enjoy the time of quietness and creativity.

Honestly, in most circumstances I feel as though I put my children last. This is likely part of my feelings that I am never doing enough. With my long list of to dos, time with them can take a back burner.  This saddens me greatly as I watch them grow so fast and quickly.  The evidence of their growth is especially very obvious in my youngest daughter who is still under 6 months. It seems like every week, there is a new milestone and every week I am leaving a younger child behind (she is no longer who she was, she is older, bigger and able to do more things.)

I am reminded in Psalm 127:3 that “children are a gift from the Lord; a child is a reward from Him.”

I decided to uncover the word gift see what they would really mean to my relationship with God and my children. What has God truly given me?

The dictionary defines gift as something given voluntarily without payment in return, as to show favor toward someone, to honor an occasion. What has God given me. God has given me ONCE AGAIN, something voluntary, sometime that does not required payment from me in return.  Can you imagine someone Christmas morning, tossing their gifts aside only to choose to go slave over trimming the Christmas tree or shoveling the snow off the walk?  It would be absurd, even crazy. However, isn’t this what I do every day? I choose to toss my gifts aside and go work on putting away dishes, cleaning up the toys, windexing the coffee table, etc. Items that honestly don’t need to be nurtured, loved, or emotionally developed.

This week I am going to concentrate more on enjoying my gifts. I am going to focus on creating the largest LEGO tower I can or scribbling outside every line in the coloring book. God has given me these two beautiful gifts.  Gifts that will be out the door and headed on the college or even beginning a new family of her own sometime.  There is no gift like the present. Please encourage and remind me to enjoy it!


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I am a wife, mother, daughter, blogger, teacher, friend – a woman of many different hats. My delights are my husband, my five kids, reading, shopping, and spending time with friends and family. I am a Florida girl transferred to the heart of the DC-Metro area. I'm glad you're here! Learn more about Ashley.

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