Ashley Procter
Ashley is a native New Mexican who lives in Albuquerque's beautiful East Mountains with her husband and three sons. When she's not dropping her kids off late, sleeping past her alarm, or cooking something for dinner that's far above her skill level, Ashley enjoys taking in mountain views with her husband, adventuring around ABQ with her kids, enjoying family get-togethers, laughing too loud, and learning to play the drums. Ashley volunteers with two local organizations that exist to bring transformation to Albuquerque through its kids: Shine Partnership and Arches. She also writes occasionally on her blog, Extra(ordinary) Things.
A Spring Break in Albuquerque
We have spent many a spring break right here in Albuquerque! A low-key spring break often facilitates rest and sweet memories for the whole...
Gift Quiz and Discussion Guide for Couples (with Free Printable)
We all love giving and getting the perfect gift. But how many times have we failed to have any clue what to get the...
How I Ignore Judgment When My Kids Are Cringey
We've all been there, right? Maybe it's a fit in the grocery store. A refusal to share at a play date. An iPad addiction....
The Dieting Advice That Changed My Life :: Part 2
Read Part 1 of Ashey's story here.
My fitness coach, Jude, told me to eat more. I was worried about gaining even more weight now....
The Dieting Advice That Changed My Life :: Part 1
Skinny. That's the word that comes to mind when I see this pic.
I never had to work on being thin . . . I...
Books About New Mexico for Kids of All Ages
Believe it or not, there are SO many books out there that feature our beautiful, unique state! Whether you've got a little one to...
10 Unconventional Fixes for Everyday Mom Problems
Don't you hate it when you've tried ALL the options in that one section at Target and still . . . still, your problem...
A Guide for the East Mountain Newbie
I grew up in Albuquerque and never knew what treasures lie in our city's East Mountains. My husband grew up in Tijeras and introduced...
Does My Child Have a Learning Disability? How I Advocated for My Son
"Mom, I seriously don't know how to do any of the problems on this test." The day Levi said this, I began asking, "Does...
A Busy Mom’s 3-Minute Guide to Disneyland
Hey, mama. I know you're busy. So in this post, I'm just gonna give it to you straight. We just visited Disneyland in California...
Motherhood And Mountain Biking: What a Ride!
The idea that once one learns to ride a bike they never forget is one I chose to put to the test this year....
Moms of ABQ :: The Good Fight (Megan-Part 2)
Read part 1 of Megan's story here.
I asked the principal of his school if Logan could be evaluated for dyslexia as well as a...
Moms of ABQ :: Never Promised “Easy” (Megan-Part 1)
We were never promised an easy life.
And I do have those days that I wonder, "Why is this happening to us? Haven't we been...
Moms of ABQ :: We Said Yes (Christy-Part 2)
We found a little girl, Lily, in China. And we said yes.
At that very same orphanage, there was a little boy who had been...
