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“Beyond the Highlights: A Journey of Healing, Growth, and Gratitude”
I know, I know—it’s been forever since I’ve posted! So let’s catch up. I wrapped up my third year abroad and already diving into year four. I just celebrated my 33rd birthday in September, and this summer was packed with unforgettable moments with family and friends. The highlight? A magical trip to Disney with my…
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“Embracing Life: My Journey from Survival Mode to Living”
Finally, living after months of going through the motions trying to survive. Do you ever feel like you’re just going through the motions to survive? You know you want more for your life and future, but life happens, and you’re left with questions. This is exactly how I’ve been feeling for the last several months.…
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It’s been a while….
Hello there! It’s been a while since we last spoke! Well, here’s an update on my life as of July: I finished two years abroad! Omg! I literally packed my life into three suitcases in 2021 and moved to a new country. Crazy right? Year 2 Abroad taught me some tough lessons! Some days I…
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I graduated college 10 years ago…..wow!
Ten years ago, I walked across the stage and received my first degree. I can’t believe it’s been 10 years! Ten years of navigating the real world, setting goals, making memories, and blowing my own mind daily! I know I said it in my recent blog, but I truly hope the younger me is so…
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Don’t let the fear of succeeding hold you back!
It’s been a while since we last talked. So let’s catch up on what’s been going on with me! I have been letting the fear of “what if” hold me back, if I’m being honest. I’ve always been an adventurous person, but sometimes that little voice in my head tries to take control. I wrote…
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Dating in Your Thirties and Abroad
Everyone always asks how is it dating in your thirties and abroad. Well, it’s a challenge to say the least. So many different cultures and nationalities. It’s fun but also very exhausting. I’ve had my fair share of first dates, matches on online dating sites, and randomly meeting men. Random as in out at the…
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Goodbye February, Hello March
I started February with the hope of getting more clarity and direction for my next chapter. I took break from instagram and Facebook for the month. Sometime social media does a lot to our mental health and I truly needed the break. January was a hard month for many reasons so I wanted to take…
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Five countries down and so many more to go….
In August 2021 I got to check my first international trip off my list! I moved to Abu Dhabi, UAE and my life has forever been changed. At the beginning of 2021, I said “I will spend my birthday outside of America.” Little did I know things were working in my favor and I wouldn’t…
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Ghana is the place to be in December🇬🇭
Christmas break looked a little different this year. I decided I wanted to take a solo trip to Ghana and experience Detty December. Highly recommend you visit Ghana! 5 stars 10/10 best trip! The people are welcoming, the food is full of flavor and love, and the atmosphere from day to night is nonstop! I…
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Who am I?
Hello World! I am Ashante a 31 year old, small town Tennessee girl , living abroad! I packed up and moved from America August 2021. It was the best decision for me and I haven’t looked back! So you might wonder what am I doing living abroad, why did I decide to move abroad, or…