SUMMER DITL MOMX4||CAMPING PREP+LIFE UPDATE||BOUNDARIES? WHY I TOOK A BREAK

[@smrkrr]

From one weary mama to another... I appreciated your openness. :) I feel the Lord is letting us be "pressed" at this time... to test our faith. Something will truly be gained from this, for the better. It's definitely a back and forth of emotions. But thanks for this! "......Those who refresh others will themselves be refreshed." Prov. 11:25

[@GraceandGrit]

Amen!

[@breestephens6254]

I love love love your channel! Please don’t ever take yourself away from us. You are definitely the bomb.com and I know that you have zero idea the impact you’ve had on me, but please allow me to say, YOU are a giant reason I chose to begin homeschooling my kiddos this school year. ❤️ Thank you for ALWAYS being 100% transparent and thank you for just being you 💕 Keep on keeping on!

[@angiejohnson3565]

I loved the long video- got lots done around the house while watching and listening. I am much older than you (50 😱), but I relate really well to your views on things. I am reading between the lines, and yes, you are so wise to not speak to certain things, and I, too, have been taking time to process. We have the same sign up system at church. I reserved spots for us this past Sunday, and it was so great to be there on Father’s Day. I’m sorry, but going to church is essential for so many of us, and I agree that this feels like an attack on church. Enjoy the time away with your family. I’ve never been camping, but you are making me want to try. I live in Oregon, so it’s the perfect place, and as I get older, I love being outside more and more. Thanks for coming back and sharing your day in the life and your thoughts. ❤️

[@GraceandGrit]

Thankyou for your thoughtful comment.💚 it means a lot to me!

[@lovelysweetivy]

Our church still is not open in Miami, amd while we were in Orlando this weekend, various counties have ruled we need to wear a mask at all time or be fined $500 fine......We miss our church too.

[@newsgiirl]

You look so excited about going camping enjoy every minute of it!!😊🏕️ Sorry for how you have been feeling. Its good to reevaluate things, sharing too much or not enough is always good to know. Love your videos, xx❤️

[@maeb7723]

I do not like most youtube DITL videos--I never watch them. But I honestly LOVE yours! I got so excited today to see another one. I have actually thought of you these past few weeks, with everything going on. Completely understand needing to be vague. I too can understand and empathize all too well. Praying for you and everyone in your family and for protection and peace over your home.

[@GraceandGrit]

Thankyou for watching, it truly means a lot to me.

[@kathrynvincent2860]

We went camping for Father’s Day as well. I couldn’t find those pancake things so i just put the amount we needed in a plastic baggy and housed a shaker bottle. It worked pretty well. Hope you are doing well.

[@elizabethgardner3825]

I cook everything to take with us when we camp too. With kids,I've just found it to be the easiest thing and the best way to not let the food run my camping experience, lol!

[@hhoover6235]

Thank you for sharing! I've missed your weekly DITL videos so much! And you're a rock star on camp prep! 😎

[@cynthiadeweese4116]

Because the casinos pay a ton of $ in taxes and churches don’t. They can’t make $ off of churches, so they won’t open them. It’s absolutely ridiculous! I CAN NOT wait to for this governor to leave office. Also, I completely understand why you are worried. We share the same concerns for our family ❤️

[@amandap5664]

I love how organized you are. We are a food allergy family so we make everything (even when we are staying in a hotel), so this camping video reminded me a lot of what I do as well. What kind of dressing did you use on that pasta salad? Looks delicious!

[@aliciamaxwell3904]

I’m so glad y’all were able to get a camping trip in! We are fortunate to have a seasonal camping spot for our camper, so we set up in the Spring and are good to go until our campground closes in November. Camping has seemed to be the only truly “normal” thing since all this began. It’s always so refreshing to go spend the weekend and see our camping neighbors laughing and having a good time while cruising around in our golf carts and boats!

[@emilykelly2815]

It's honestly religious discrimination. It's the same in MN, but the church leaders here decided to stand up and demand the same treatment, so now we are open at 50%. I'm really happy that we are able to go again. Hang in there!

[@BlueEyedSkinner]

I'm praying for your family Ashley. I can't imagine the worry and stress that's been on your family the past several weeks. *hugs*

[@n2themystic5]

I don’t often comment, but I wanted to tell you that you are such an inspiration to me. I have 4 girls, similar in ages to yours with the exception of a late in life 2 year old🤣 ( at 35 ). I can understand how you feel about social media and the likes. My husband and I don’t have social media, in any form. We did, and discovered how painful, hurtful and ugly it can truly be. We live on the East Coast, in a very restrictive state ( masks are required everywhere ) and we are still in partial Phase 2. My heart is with you, as a fellow homeschooling Mama. Whatever you choose to do in the future with your videos, I wanted you to know how truly impactful they’ve been to me and my family. Thank you from the depths of my soul for sharing everything that you do . I honestly believe the Lord guided me to your channel for the comfort I feel when I watch them🙏🏻

[@hannahlowery1022]

I want ur chilli recipe PLEASE & pasta salad recipe. What did u say about pbj ? Ur making wraps or something??? It all sounded wonderful! Camping sounds fun! We're at home w covid19 but we're half way thru it 👐. I'll be sooooo glad to get outta the house & see my parents & go thru Starbucks drive thru... Actually, a snow cone sounds wonderful right now! Lol have fun camping!!!! 💙

[@GraceandGrit]

Oh no! Hope you feel better!

[@tiffanytunoa7240]

Love your videos. Your so real and relatable.

[@MfordAshley]

Recently went camping and It was so much easier to plan all the meals out! It made camping way less stressful for sure. How do you have so much energy, mama?! Love some tips on that for sure! Thanks for your videos. I find them real and encouraging! Can’t wait for more vids.

[@ysk1729]

Reading between the lines

[@wifemomlife5606]

Have a fun time camping! I am a pastors wife and this time has been tough for sure!

[@kristinpatel8230]

Keeping Home, I am also married to a pastor...I agree. We have been through a lot during our many years in ministry and my husband says this is the hardest thing he has ever faced.

[@wifemomlife5606]

@@kristinpatel8230 it is. It affects us in ministry more than anyone can imagine. I understand people get upset about not having church or the restrictions. I am! At the same time we are trying to make the best decisions. If we ignore and move on people will complain. If we do restrictions and do spaced out church people complain. It is def a catch 22.

[@kristinpatel8230]

Keeping Home, the weight of these decisions when opening means possibly putting people’s lives at risk is so heavy! Our church is now open at limited capacity and it is good to be together with those who are there but it is still hard because it is not normal.

[@wifemomlife5606]

@@kristinpatel8230 our is open to with limitations. It is a strange place and time to be in.

[@mrswhisler1921]

Burnt toast and eggs are my favorite! I had never hear of avacado butter, I will have to keep and eye out for that. Thank you for being real and sharing your heart, more people need to do this. Love the Texas cup btw (I live and love it here in Texas). My church is open this coming Sunday and I am just irritated with how long it has taken to open, as we are in phase 3 here. I do feel it is an attack on our religious freedom. Have an awesome camping trip and may your days be blessed!

[@ashleyacosta3149]

Oh I feel you on the dishes. They are never ending!!!

[@jessicajones2739]

One of my children is high risk, so nothing new for us. His team of doctors strongly feel that we need to keep playing it safe because there is so much unknown that could occur for him. It’s really wearing on us. 💔 our state has allowed churches to reopen the same as the other businesses-Although I still can’t go, I’m thankful for the governor of my state! Praying for your family, and glad to hear the updates! Your trip looked wonderful! 💕

[@trackact7868]

I miss church too! I am worried my kids will get used to NOT going as this has lasted WAY longer than I ever imagined.

[@JS-su7wf]

Your ditl video's have shown your heart, it's relatable. Keep making videos that share your heart, your struggles, your faith and glorify God.

[@MyClothDiaperStash]

So glad you are back! As a homeschool mom of 4 I have learned so much from you and are so grateful for it. Being real with boundaries is a fantastic idea ❤️ keeping doing what you do!!! Stay strong! Praying for wisdom in the weariness 🙏🏼

[@sable747]

Oh wow! Thank you for this video. I'm with you on the weary part. I feel like this is a whole lot of levels of 'hard' and our kids are watching how we respond. The pressure is nonstop! I pray He gives us strength for the trials. Thank you for the chit chat. It really made my day and made me feel less alone in GA. Also, it's hot here too, so you took away all my excuses.

[@aliciabartnes9916]

I loved the heart to heart discussion and I really hope that you, your children and especially your husband are staying safe and sane in this crazy world❤️❤️I’m so glad to see you back her as I have missed your videos...my daughter is just a couple months older than Kylie and she loves watching you too as she is using her curriculum for ideas for what she wants for next year lol

[@aliciabartnes9916]

Also do you guys tent camp or use a camper and is the shakeology a meal replacement or just a mix

[@GraceandGrit]

So sweet! We use a tent, and shakeology can be either!

[@aliciabartnes9916]

Grace and Grit thank you, I have been looking for a really tasty shake mix😊😊

[@chrystalclune7436]

Loved this king video! We’re going camping beginning of July and I’m so looking forward to it- going with a large group of family and extended family that we don’t see often. Games to be played and boating.

[@marcipratt7185]

First, thanks for showing the camping prep. We’re going camping soon too and quite frankly, I don’t even know where to begin! Second, I feel ya...we miss gathering with our church so much. Third, I am praying for your family during this crazy time of uncertainty that you will feel comforted by Him. And lastly, when you said you were Marco Poloing your friend I had to smile, because sometimes watching your videos feels like I’m Marco poloing a friend! 😉 have fun in the woods!!

[@TrimiMitri]

We prep for camping so similarly, down to the list and Walmart sacks in the fridge. For chili I freeze it in a gallon ziploc and it stacks neat in the cooler and thaws just in time. - Also, just love your heart so much. Praying for you and your sweet family friend.❤

[@sheilabryan5548]

Thank you for your transparency. I am agree 100% about the church issue. In our state we are at 25% capacity for our church. I miss the hugs and prayers of my church family, so, so much. I have said a couple times in the last three years, "There's a weariness of the soul that goes way beyond the weariness of body." It sounds like that is what you've been experiencing. Big hugs, and please know that taking care of and your people is the most important thing you can do.

[@RunWithScissorsSewingOriginal]

We use a camper and go often. During deer season every weekend but now homeschooling may go longer through the week. During spring break we go for 10 days. But just short weekend trips I think, this is too much work. 4 kids here too! I never thought about prep cooking all my stuff to save time 🙈 less work and more relaxing!

[@AbidingHomeschool]

Thank you for making this video! We are going camping next week so I am about to start to prepare everything.❤

[@kristenransom9698]

I don’t normally comment much, but watch all your videos. These are my one of favorites. Your such an inspiration & I really enjoy your channel. I love homeschooling. We also enjoy camping & bought a new bigger tent this year. Just praying for nice weather. Do you enjoy state parks or campgrounds? We have done a family lake property so wanting to venture out a bit. Praying for you & your beautiful family!! God bless!

[@brittanyathome]

This is exactly the way that I do camping prep! We even pack clothes in a tote because they stack so well.

[@laurensurber4201]

We’re going on our first camping trip of the season next month. Loved seeing how you get ready! Did you vlog any of your weekend?

[@GraceandGrit]

We didn’t! Maybe next time 💜

[@leahvaughan7564]

My husband has been wanting to go camping and I love your ideas. I am super organized like you (I love my lists, lol). I think I’m going to go for it and see how it goes.

[@acouillard7]

Thank you for sharing your heart and thoughts. I really enjoy watching any and all of your videos.

[@amyd4797]

This was great! Loved the camping hacks! We love to camp but summers are off limits for us for camping here because of the humidity. The whole church number thing is silly too...Our church is also limited to 50 people. :(

[@darlenejones1886]

GREAT video! Loved seeing the camping prep! Thanks for sharing and hope you had an awesome time away!

[@jerilyn-ourhomeschooltable]

Our church opened this last weekend. It was so good, different, but good. I'm thankful for the camping prep tips. We're going for July 4th weekend.

[@leahrumsey3021]

We are in the same Church situation. Our Pastor decided to rent out a church camp and we are all going for the weekend. He said he could NEVER pick and choose who can come to church. Then we are starting small groups in our homes. VA is still in nonsense and mandatory masks but now that we can gather in group of 50s we have been meeting friends. That has been filling our souls again.

[@melissar8271]

Your pastor sounds amazing! Churches can meet in my state, but ours is choosing not to yet. It is really frustrating.

[@leahrumsey3021]

@@melissar8271 we were do shocked he did it we are small about 120 people including kids. So excited to escape for the weekend and worship.

[@sandyj3869]

Love the sunglasses you have on!!!!!!!!!

[@ashleys8851]

Your skin is looking so good, very bright and refreshed. I live in central FL and while things have started to open only about 50% still, it’s mandatory that you wear a mask at all times. So that makes things difficult especially with younger kids. My daughter (5) had a dentist appointment we had to wait outside and wear mask the whole time even when they were looking at her teeth, they would pull it up and down on her face. I mean. It’s still hard. My daughter and I have now been outside a total of 3 times since March. The virus is spreading faster than ever here now too. Imagine going to a playground to play with a mask on. It sucks. But, the devil won’t get us!

[@nikisanchez7816]

Love your channel. Love how you always keep it real. Been around for a while def able to read through the lines and have been praying for your family. Love camping I am a prepper too and love getting new camping meal ideas! We crack our eggs in mason jars and just shake for scrambled eggs at camp site! Missing church as well, my kids really need the weekly immersion of Godly friends and influences. I hope God lifts the weight you are feeling off your heart and mind ♥️🙏🏻

[@GraceandGrit]

That’s freaking genius about eggs in mason jars! Thankyou game changer 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻💚💚

[@lizee708]

Can't wait to take the kids camping. For now we've been testing it out in the backyard, we have several wildlife that stops by and it's nice to observe them. I'm used to camping out on the water on our boat, I admit I'm a bit scared to camp out in the wild. At least the wild I'm not used to. But always looks like fun! We're on the hunt for a (new to us) second vehicle since our van decided to retire early. I miss Dan the van, but I refuse to junk him. So for now he is resting in the garage. We were thinking about a Nissan Armada, but haven't heard much good about them. I saw a Tahoe, but it's so hot here in the South, not sure I can go back to leather. HOpe you all have a great time.

[@thatirishschoolhouse7149]

You are SOO organised! I love it! X

[@GraceandGrit]

Have to be when camping otherwise we go hungry lol

[@thatirishschoolhouse7149]

@@GraceandGrit my husband keeps asking me to go camping but I know I'd be a train wreck so I keep saying no! 😂

[@kaitlync15]

Love this! I love my tiny babies but this is so nice ! I just packed and unpacked my family from vacation alone with a 4 and 1 year old! Not sure if it’s worth it haha lookin forward to their help in a few years !

[@colletteian]

Grateful for your channel.

[@bytesofmemory]

I have been praying for you Ashlee! I missed your DITL but I TOTALLY understand why you took a break! Finding boundaries is a good thing! I am catching up on videos now as I am recovering from a foot surgery! Hopefully when it is all healed up I will be able to walk for exercise again!! I had a bone shortened in my 2nd toe. I need to get back on the camping bandwagon.. we love it when we go but it is so much work to get there when we almost always serve on Sundays at church. I think it is crazy that you guys have such high restrictions.. we just entered phase 3 today.. but it is kinda silly since things are at 75% capacity but you still have 6ft of distance from people... so our church will be having their first in person service on Sunday (we meet in high school theater) and we will be able to fit 65 people. Which is less than 1/3 the fire marshal capacity. My husband I have been running the live stream every week since mid March and trying to train some other people but it is super complicated and ever changing :-P

[@GraceandGrit]

So sorry to hear about that foot! Praying for you

[@heathert8895]

Great video!! I also have 4 and the idea of prepping makes me twitchy :) You make it seem easy! Would you ever consider doing a video on how you and your husbamd have decided to teach the kids about being safe on the internet, search engine filters, and all that internet safety stuff? My oldest is 9 and I really value your opinions and thoughts on the preteen years.

[@jamiewagner7066]

You motivated me to fold my laundry right along with you! :) My husband and I have been talking a lot about how this whole pandemic has us realizing what is most needful and important and if nothing else, it has helped us to live in the present (which is super hard). We're in phase 2 here in Oregon, which doesn't mean much, and our county is one of 7 that is required to wear masks in public indoor spaces (except for children 12 years old and younger). Phase 3 means having reliable treatment and/or a vaccine, so it may be a year or more of this weirdness. Who knows. This whole thing has made me more grateful for connections that I am able to maintain with those I love via technology, the people who live in my home (I feel really bad for those who live alone especially right now), and for homeschooling. Thank you for all you do and share with us. I think most of us probably liked your DITL videos because your videos always make us feel like we're sitting down with a friend. :) Have a great camping trip!

[@GraceandGrit]

That means a lot to me!

[@toshakelly4849]

We are still in phase 2 here in VA. Boys sports still have not resumed, and I honestly feel like they will be canceled in the fall. My two oldest play for our homeschool football team. Our neighborhood pool has not opened, which makes me want to never ever buy a home with an HOA again. But at least we can play at the playground! Hope you enjoyed your camping trip!

[@whitney5581]

I Enjoy your heart and transparency!! Blessings to you and your family!

[@amandazielinski3247]

We are hoping to go camping this coming weekend but we have some large fires going on so we will see what is still open as the weekend gets closer. Our city has gone to require masks for anyone 2 and over 😣. It’s been dreadfully hot here too, think it’s going to be 107° today 🥵 Our state is also seeing things start to close again, the casinos and hotels have closed because of the increase in covid cases. You and your family have been in my prayers for sure with all that is going on right now too.

[@arianneherglotz5704]

90 degrees!! Nice! Is that Nevada? Maybe California? Just wondering where is 🥵 hot

[@godsbuckets]

Loved this video so much Ashlee. I needed this two weeks ago when I took my two girls camping without my husband! It was rough, lol. We ended up using a big gift card in town for all our suppers because I couldn’t get the campstove or fire going. 😂 It was so nice to get away and do something though. Our church has been open the entire time (we have a great sheriff who supports us) even though our state (NC) is in phase 2. There is something powerful about being gathered together for corporate prayer, pushing back the darkness. Satan knows this and I feel like he’s trying to divide and conquer while we are isolated and separated. Maybe you can get a group of ladies together for prayer. That is something that I have had the privilege to be a part of as well during all this, and let me tell you, it is so encouraging and powerful! Anyway, you and your family are in my prayers. We are all learning our boundaries, and it’s important to keep your heart and mind safe. “...guard your heart, for it is the wellspring of life.” Proverbs 4:23. 🌻

[@Karina-ib4rc]

Thanks for your continued honesty and willingness to be vulnerable. I think you have built a following who will in general encourage you. May the negative be few and far between. Being on the mission field has its own challenges with these strange days. And its been frustrating to watch the barriers increase, for sure... Flying aircraft to the bush where people are desperate for basic health and education and survival needs has been put on hold. I wonder how many people have been forced into suffering far worse, or even faced death, because no one is allowed to come and help them. We feel like our hands are tied. Friends of mine who are here to plant churches, can't do that right now. I know of so many people stranded in their passport country, wishing they could get back to the mission field. Others who planned to furlough this year, and can't. Families are literally stranded apart from one another because of border crossing restrictions. I try and remind myself that historically people have lived through far worse in wars and such.. but this seems so self-inflicted somehow. Only the Lord knows what the future holds. And I have to give my frustration to Him. I don't understand the big picture. I'm glad I'm not part of making big decisions in communities (although sometimes I wish I were ;)...... I hope camping was restful. I watched, wishing we could go camping somewhere also. Love your channel.

[@melissar8271]

I really enjoyed this. Your DITL videos have been a bright spot for me through all this Covid mess. I appreciate how real you are. I also had to take a break from social media-- I decided if I still wanted to like the people in my life when this was over, I had to stop reading what they are stress-posting. ;)

[@TaraDimartile]

Churches here in Ontario Canada have reopened slowly over the last two weeks in our version of phase 2. They are not considered essential. Go figure eh. And once we went back, the rules just for getting in the door are insane in some parishes. It's easier to walk into home Depot with 500 other people than to go to Mass with 30% capacity.

[@ninanewswanger754]

Where we live in PA we are going to the green phase Friday....what I want to know is what's after green? When do we get there? When are we just back to normal?????

[@kristenransom9698]

We to live in pa & going green. I hear ya

[@lindsaychristian4151]

I get what your saying. 😥 Prayers for discernment and peace.

[@homeschoolmomof2707]

Thanks for sharing! In Illinois we will be at phase 4 at the end of the week which will begin allowing people to go "inside" restaurants! I haven't seen the inside of a restaurant for quite some time! At church, we have only had outdoor services and we don't really social distance but we don't hug unless others want too! I think there is an attack on all churches and it is frustrating but we will come out better than before if we allowed this time away to spend it getting closer to the Lord! Love your ditl videos and don't grow weary! God will walk you (us) through this and he will carry your burdens! :-)

[@creeksidehomeschoolers]

I couldn't agree with you more about the whole worship service stuff. So much for separation of church and state... Things seem to be pretty good here in Texas masks are not required, but most doctors office are asking people to wear them and pretty much all employees at all business are "required" to wear some kind of face covering. We are devoted believers in Jesus and love worship with others as well, but we don't attend a preset regular schedule topical Sunday service. But the one we use to attend years ago is small and they have everyone ones skip a pew and wear masks, but I believe they are at full capacity, but like I said its a smaller group. I'm sure if we talked face to face we could on a rant together about all this and quite agree on it as well. Thanks for sharing! I think the reason we like this type of video so much is because it really feels like a chat with a good friend!! Kinda weird, but really I think we're friend at least online for sure :).

[@anikaadamson9910]

You have such a sweet family! Your faith is very inspiring! Don't listen to the haters! 🙂💕

[@tiffanyvargas3112]

Definitely thought I was the only one who liked somewhat burned toast with eggs 😂

[@GraceandGrit]

Hahah solidarity!!!

[@MikeKendrickMusic]

Finally got to watch this video. Thanks for sharing!! 💗 I totally understand how you are feeling. It’s hard to take in everything that is happening in our nation/world and so fast! Also, the church is being attacked and it makes NO sense why other things can be open at 50% but NOT churches!! Insane!! Some church leaders are truly trying to navigate all this while I believe others are fearful and/or asleep! We as believers have to gather! There is power when we gather together! Many people don’t know this but pastors do not qualify for unemployment! The provision of faithful biblical pastors, worship pastors, etc is also a hardship on the line! Have you heard of or listen to Heidi St. John? She is great and I think you would like her. Blessings!! ❤️

[@diaryofahomeschoolmama9191]

Oh my gosh, my husband and boys have dragon ball drawing contests weekly! That is too funny! 💙

[@gmify1]

The churches that are not allowed to open yet need to have drive in church. I am in SC and at the 3rd week of that I was so desperate and run to the first church that did drive in. They need to be creative and fellowship somehow else. We are open here now but it was so much needed. Enjoy the vacation!!

[@emilykelly2815]

Yes! We were able to have drive-in church til ours opened and it was a blessing! I know some places don't have very large parking lots or some pastors are human and scared and I feel bad for them.

[@stephaniepreston4335]

That is awful about church. I'm in nebraksa and our governor made special rules to allow churches to open earlier than any other gathering place...and now our restrictions are more relaxed all over.

[@GraceandGrit]

That’s wonderful!💜

[@emilykelly2815]

So happy for you!

[@meganl9698]

Just now getting caught up on this video. Hugs, friend. 🤗 Also, you’re a rockstar! 💪

[@chrissyfrye3876]

So many times lately I’ve considered deleting my social media. It makes me so sad seeing the way people are talking to each other (or at others). The only reason I haven’t is because I don’t have a personal homeschool community, so you and others I follow here and on IG give me that sense of community in homeschooling. So, I want to say thank you for continuing to share your journey ❤️

[@GraceandGrit]

❣️❣️

[@sandijensen3155]

I love your white and blue striped tank! Do you mind sharing the brand or where you got it from? My girls are starting back at soccer practice in July! We might get to do tournaments this fall 😁.

[@GraceandGrit]

Old navy!

[@leahkuqo]

You have been on my heart and I’m confident that the Lord will guide you and give you wisdom. Praying for you 💕

[@GraceandGrit]

Thankyou for praying!

[@cierawilliams8881]

Looooved the video so much!!!👏🏻 DITL just like this are my fav😍 felt like I spent the day with you!

[@GraceandGrit]

Thanks for spending time with me!

[@crystalhill3216]

First I know for me I’m not usually into ditl videos but during the quarantine it was like spending time with a friend when I watched your videos. Much needed. Second I’m in California so we are still very closed up here too. Still no church for us either except ours has drive up communion. Third how do you do so many vacations economically. I would love to travel that much but hotels etc add up. Do you mostly camp. We have a baby so I’m not sure camping will happen for us for another year or so.

[@GraceandGrit]

We camp and we always hunt for deals, and save for larger things!

[@4dayc]

Looove Camping 🤗

[@ldv02]

It is an attack on church, I agree. 🙄🙏🙏 We’ve been doing church from our cars in the parking lot, not the same at all.

[@chrissyt22]

Our nation is in a sad state. In my state we can have a protest and gather 100 or more people but limit churches to so many people. How do you get all your camping gear in your car? Do you have to use a trailer or do you get it all in?

[@GraceandGrit]

Oh we cram it in, but it’s tough!

[@zillycrew]

Wow Ashlee I can feel your frustration listening to you.....I would be feeling the same way. The persecution of the church (the people) is building up.... :( If it wasnt for our Supreme Court overruling our Governor we'd be more like your state. He tried to appeal it but it hasnt gone anywhere. Each business sets up there own mandates which is fine. This is a huge growing point for us as a body of Christ because our comforts are being stripped in different ways.... I have been praying for your family and the authority your husband holds outside the home in his work. Stay strong in the Lord Ashlee you were created for such a time as this! God planned for us to be going through this turbulent time for a reason. Im glad your still here you're very encouraging as a mom, homeschool family and a Christian. Hugs!!! I remember your Laundry chats back in the day....been here for a while ;)

[@GraceandGrit]

Thankyou for watching for so long! Means so much! 😭

[@creeksidehomeschoolers]

I can't say I completely understand because well I'm not a content creator. I'm just a viewer, but I do understand privacy and feel you shouldn't have to explain yourself. I'm grateful to know how you are, but I have only ever expected to see and know what your willing to share. But also if I'm being honest you are hands down favorite youtuber and I really enjoy your channel and how it has grown to what it is now. For me I guess it's pretty easy to share being its only a comment and not many pay much attention. But for those making video I can see where its hard to draw the line and take the good and leave all the bad/hate comments. Because even if we expect them its still hurtful. I don't want you to go...:( :( :( But that easy for me to say...I don't FB, IG, or do much on social media... I have account but don't post or read much except for youtube. I watch way too much. Just know you have to follow where God leads your heart and you will always been in prayers even if you go! And if I ever make it to you area may we can meet at Starbucks and I'm get a mug. :) love and hugs!!!!

[@valeriemorris5335]

Thanks for sharing Ashlee. I am sure it has been tough on your family with all that is going on in the world, especially with the work Jake does . I would be so lost without your videos. I feel like I am visiting a friend each time you post. Ive learned so much from you, yet I am older. You are mature beyond your years. We have never been camping. Now I want to try. We live in Southern California. We are thinking of renting a camper and driving cross country to take our twins on an historical journey,. Boston, Philadelphia, Washington DC & Williamsburg Va. I am just not sure I can help with the drive. Ive never driven a camper. My hubby says I can do it, Well see. Be bless my friend. God is on His Throne.

[@GraceandGrit]

You can do it friend! And you’d love it! Thankyou for being so loving, I am so appreciative of you!

[@carriehamstra5024]

Where did you get your top? Also.. do you wear jean shorts? I need a pair that works for muscular legs and a smaller waist.

[@GraceandGrit]

I usually get mine at American eagle!

[@ninanewswanger754]

I am 37 but you are goals!!!! Love your video!

[@GraceandGrit]

Thankyou for your kind comment!

[@melyndahoffman8145]

Lol I'm FORTY FIVE and she is goals!!!

[@favored4life]

We are going RVing next weekend and will camp as well. Do you camp on your own or a park?

[@GraceandGrit]

We camp at reservable sites!

[@favored4life]

@@GraceandGrit thank you. I just looked at some for 4th of July weekend and of course most are booked. But the few that are opened have very limited activities due to covid. What activities do you plan on doing while there?

[@04ajea]

Where are your sun glasses from?

[@GraceandGrit]

Amazon!

[@maeb7723]

WOW! Listening now about your governor's mandate regarding church service. That's ridiculous. I'm so sorry...In Virginia, church now have the same 50% requirements as everything else. And I agree...attending online is REALLY not the same.

[@jhmiranda81]

Hi, the government does not have authority to control churches biblically. It is sad that churches are allowing the government to do that. If you would like biblical teachings about that then find Hope Bible Church on KZbin and go under the "videos" tab for chronological teachings about current events and biblical order. I enjoyed the video!

[@blessedmamalife]

What kind of vehicle do you have?

[@GraceandGrit]

Suburban

[@gracegreenwell2657]

Why do kids have to eat 3 meals a day..right? We are going on a 2 week camping trip in July...from Maryland to TN to FL then back...we will be 50% camping and 50% hoteling HAHA Dollywood here we come!

[@GraceandGrit]

Sounds so fun!!! I’ve always wanted to go to Dollywood!

[@favored4life]

I'm in Maryland also and trying to go RVing over 4th of July weekend. Do you have any tips; this is our first time camping as well.

[@gracegreenwell2657]

@@favored4life we try to find campgrounds that have showers HAHA that's most important to us...and we like a place that's not too busy and has lots of land for my kids to explore. This is our 1st time with a baby Ahhhh I hope it goes ok.

[@acatholicvocation_7100]

We’re at 25% here in Ca, with churches. 😠

[@taryncombrink9838]

Its so weird. I live in South Africa as you probably know already. And we now on lockdown level 3. Also odd only 50 people allowed at church. Just before this week restaurants were still closed and salons as well. But only now we are reopening. Slowly. But there is still limits. We not allowed out of province. We not allowed to have weekends away etc. Hiking places only started opening the last 2 weeks slowly 1 by 1. We have to wear mask EVERYWHERE and being pregnant walking and hiking with a mask is not easy. I am exhausted. We “still” not allowed to have home gatherings. Cigarettes are still banned from our country. (I hate smoking so it does not bother me but just to give an idea) alcohol is now allowed but limited. The rules are so confusing. Our government has borrowed so much money. So much corruption. We as a country is in so much debt. It is so sad. I don’t think our country is going to make it 😭 we have such a beautiful country. There is more I want to say but can’t say everything I want publicly. I totally understand your energy etc. So excited you can go away. I wish we could. Enjoy it. 🌸

[@megan8583]

What math curriculum was your daughter using to measure angles?

[@GraceandGrit]

ACE- paces 1081

[@ldv02]

Do they need a mask for their sports?

[@catl3885]

Amen Sister! Satan doesn't want us believers gathering together! It's sad for our world, but it means that the Bible is true because God's Word said things will happen like this.

[@paulamorris7466]

All these governors are horrible.. lol