KANSAS HOMESCHOOL CONVENTION VLOG||KEYNOTE SPEAKER TRIP 🌻💗🌻

[@kaitlync15]

I didn’t expect to tear up multiple times watching this! Don’t be embarrassed, it shows how real this is for you and your heart! It’s genuine ❤

[@GraceandGrit]

Genuine is a good word for that moment❤

[@bshows14]

Oh, yes. My son will be graduating next year, and I felt the "have I done enough. " It is scary sending them out into this world that we are living in.

[@valerieshannon3225]

Don’t feel embarrassed! Sharing such personal feelings is what makes you real and it resonates with other mamas feeling the same thing! 🫶🏻

[@this.middlelife]

Oh man, my eyes are misty watching your rawness. No reason to be embarrassed, I am sure every single parent teared up with you and felt exactly what you were feeling!

[@cierawilliams8881]

So so wonderful how God wove every single detail together 🥹👏🏻 so proud of you friend!🤍

[@jacquelinekabiru2554]

“And I trust he is going to deliver to you guys what you need.” I needed to hear you say that. I have been praying so hard for a sign, for a validation from God, that pulling my son from public school and homeschooling him is what HE wants. And he sent you to me in this trying moment. THANK YOU ASHLEY! I only found you a few months ago, but you have made a profound impact on me and my family. I can do this. With God all things are possible.

[@GraceandGrit]

Praise God that he hears our hearts and provides us with what we need ❤

[@MMyers-mh4jq]

I am in the same boat with my three girls. Going into 2, 7&9 my son graduate in a few month s 😭 I currently work full time but I’m not feeling fulfilled and I’m feel lost at what I’m doing. I feel the pull to pull my kids but we are not in the money situation and with two big moved my son to college and us back to where ever the military puts us

[@breestephens6254]

Gaaahhh! I'm crying! Man, I just love how real you are. My oldest homeschooler is wrapping up his 10th grade year and I'm already a mess about it. Thank you for being you and for ALL you do and share with us mommas (and some daddies). You're such a blessing to me and my family.

[@thismiamimama427]

God bless you and keep using you for His glory! I felt your nervous/excited energy in the beginning of the video and was actually nervous for you.🤭😄 Then when I saw you start crying while speaking, I just started bawling😭! I homeschooled my 3 boys (now theres 4 boys. Lol) for 3 years, and this past year, being I had my 4th baby boy only 4 months old, we chose to put them in Christian Private School. But after much prayer, the Lord confirmed to us to continue homeschooling, so now in August we start again and will continue till they graduate (if Christ has not come back for us🙏) But I just cry when I think of it because I feel I have been given another chance, and as you said I want to make sure I've done all I can for them and fulfill my mission that I was called to. It truly is such a privilege to homeschool and rear up our children educationally and spiritually. After this past year of the pros and cons and struggles of them in a school, I will NEVER take for granted the privilege of homeschooling.❤

[@km5304]

Thank you ❤ youre one of my favorite homeschool moms, very real and raw with the ups and downs.

[@GraceandGrit]

Wow, thank you!

[@oregoncoastmama3004]

Don't be embarrassed, I'm sure you weren't the only one tearing up when you were talking. I know I was!

[@MeredithHazel]

The notes in your bag 🥹🥰

[@salsfountain]

This is so awesome! So great that you were able to go and do this and allowing God to use you in this way. Speaking into other’s lives and sharing your journey. You’re an encouragement to many!

[@thisrothtribe3780]

I have cried over the same doubts even though I know we’ve poured our hearts into our kids too. PS. “I just wanted protein and broccoli…” I feel this. 😂

[@sarahgamlieli1236]

Love Lamplighter!

[@Graceful.Learning]

I'm thankful for you and all your help over the years! I was able to homeschool and figure it all out, thanks to you and your videos! ❤️ So glad you got the opportunity to go to Kansas and share your wisdom. Also side note: i can totally relate when you say "my people". I feel like we're alike in quite a bit. 😅 Love that! - Julia

[@fordfamily-zl9bc]

Your workshops sound so good

[@carinthiamontana7069]

‚I am thankful for my people‘ - well said!

[@lindsey_davis2737]

Nothing to be embarrassed of. Your realness is why we can relate with you. I cried in your workshop and then at your keynote session🥲. At the end of it 2 of my friends turned to me with tears in their eyes and said "Now I know why you were crying yesterday" lol. The Holy Spirit was definitely moving through your words. It was so nice to get to meet you in person🥰 Thank you!

[@GraceandGrit]

So thankful to have met you! Thankyou for encouraging me🩷🩷

[@VoodooCrab]

As soon as we saw the shot of the convention center floor with all of those seats around...I felt nervous!!!!! ❤

[@daniellealonso3639]

Off topic but Ashlee you have the most beautiful eyes and brows! The arch is everything 🙌🏽

[@GraceandGrit]

Thankyou so so much! Very sweet of you to say!

[@PittPackAdventures]

Love this video! Congratulations on your first keynote speech! I know it was absolutely wonderful! Hopefully next time I can be there ❤

[@ashtynbray4030]

Had the best time meeting and talking with you at the expo! You are just as genuine and kind in “real life” as you are on here. I felt like I was talking to a real & true friend! Your talks were so encouraging & inspiring and if anyone reading this gets the opportunity to meet Ashlee at future events, GO! You won’t regret it! ❤

[@GraceandGrit]

You are the sweetest, and meeting you was an absolute highlight. I’ll never forget it. So thankful for that memory ❤❤

[@choosejoy9675]

Way to go Ashlee! Blessings….

[@jadenavarre856]

Oh, Ashlee! You have such a sweet heart, this video made me tear up! You truly are beautiful inside and out. Thank you for your content. My boys are little (7 and 4) and you have been such an inspiration to me these last 2 years. Thank you!❤

[@ashleycarter5887]

Please come to the Colorado Homeschool Conference next year. ❤

[@GraceandGrit]

Request my attendance!

[@jeceniabanister]

That's so cool and happy for you. 😁 God continues to bless you so that you can continue to help our homeschoolers and I'm grateful for your Channel its blessed me threw my homeschool.❤️❤️

[@GraceandGrit]

Thank you so much!

[@whitney5581]

What an incredible opportunity, looks like you did an amazing job!!

[@GraceandGrit]

Thank you so much!

[@Veronica_Esterhuyse]

Oh wow - what an amazing journey for you. It seems a well done is in order! I teared up a few times watching this video. All my love from Namibia.

[@GraceandGrit]

Thank you so much!

[@Hannahtimms]

Oh Ashlee!!! Love this so much! ❤

[@GraceandGrit]

💗💗💗

[@Soy_Jessica_]

Yay I love this video aww I’m so mad I want to go to all this things can’t right now I have Huge FMO today !! I’m glad you had fun though my friend and that you got to experience this amazing opportunity ❤

[@Jessiemadanat]

love your channel! I am so thankful for your page please come to FPEA in FL!

[@GraceandGrit]

I’d love to if they reach out!

[@cheribennett7096]

You are so amazing!! I am sitting here in tears bc I am happy for you and encouraged by you all at the same time....How beautiful it is to walk in "God's calling" on your life. Just keep being YOU, I know it can be hard sometimes to stay true to who you are in Christ, but you are an example of what it means to put God first.

[@Hunternicholeeee]

Why was i sobbbbing doing my dishes hearing you talk about your daughter. I have those same thoughts. I think of you as a 10/10 godly, super mom and i never would have thought you could feel like i do. Definitely don’t feel embarrassed, it really encouraged me.

[@GraceandGrit]

Any good mother has them! How could we not?

[@efehr5919]

I did not know hslda offered so much- like the diploma. I have a membership, I really need to look into all the things they do

[@GraceandGrit]

Yes, they offer so much!

[@amberslilrose3954]

Girl I did not expect to be crying today 🥲 I skimmed a little bit and will watch the full video tonight. But you did so good! And you are an amazing homeschool mother and mother in general. Don’t feel embarrassed! I completely understand. It IS scary! But you are killing it, with the Lord! Thank you for being a huge blessing in my life and in the lives of many others! ❤

[@GraceandGrit]

Thankyou 😭

[@hannahlowery1022]

💕

[@emily-lifeonaranch7093]

GIRL!!!! Your workshop sounded amazing and the powerful words … keep shining bright , we are all thankful for you .🤩

[@GraceandGrit]

You're the best!

[@fordfamily-zl9bc]

How do you deal with kids who feel homeschool is not enough or you are not doing enough for them in schooling?

[@GraceandGrit]

My kids don’t define what enough is. I do. I’d listen to their hearts and desires and see if there’s anything I could do or add, but ultimately parental authority is mine and given by God. Kids are not meant to run their lives.

[@jennythomas3985]

I wanted to come to Kansas to meet you but I am still recovering from my serious car accident.

[@GraceandGrit]

Praying for your continued recovery ❤

[@allysoncozine7776]

Loved this!

[@danellelarks1883]

What Bible are you using in the hotel?

[@GraceandGrit]

Everyday Bible it’s linked on my amazon

[@threearrows6906]

You did such a good job!!! Both of your outfits were adorable too. Loved your hair style with the dress 💜

[@GraceandGrit]

Thank you so much!!

[@sanaismommy1]

I'm so glad that you allowed us to see this expo! I was hoping/looking forward to this. Thank you for your vulnerability. It all seemed like it turned out beautifully. Even tho some of us are watching you behind a screen we're benefiting immensely from you. Thank you 💕

[@GraceandGrit]

You are so welcome!

[@amberrogers4959]

It was amazing to meet you, hug you, talk to you face to face. I seriously felt like I had met up with my Friend. ❤ And I had! ❤ Your speeches were amazing by the way. You being real helps us all relate to you in our own homeschool journeys. ❤❤

[@GraceandGrit]

Loved meeting you too! Always rooting for you in your homeschool ❤

[@smcat87]

I’m going to my first homeschool convention in Charleston this month. This video is so encouraging 😊

[@GraceandGrit]

Have fun!

[@taylorlfritz]

I was tearing up watching you during your first day workshop! I feel that so deeply. You are incredible 🤍 maybe you can come to Virginia next?! Haha

[@GraceandGrit]

Maybe one day!

[@ShellyJohnson-xs1mf]

Don’t be embarrassed ❤ you were real & raw! Something we need more of as homeschooling Mama’s. Thank you for sharing this video. God is good! He is using you in a mighty way. Be blessed.

[@tanagee5682]

You did awesome! All the feels with a graduating son this year. I'm even having a hard time planning all the graduation events and celebrations. So, glad Jake didn't have to do her makeup; we all remember that video! lol

[@GraceandGrit]

Hahaha yes!

[@AvaGld2309]

I love your outfit ideas. Im in my 40s and don't want to dress like most women my age (business style or frumpy.) Thank you for all the cute and realistic ideas.

[@GraceandGrit]

You are so welcome!

[@gracegreenwell2657]

In that green top and your hair done that way, you look like that cooking show lady; I think her name is Giada. She's beautiful.

[@GraceandGrit]

Oh thank you