Ashley Cook
Ashley grew up in Augusta and has lived in the Wichita area for most of her life. She works full time as vice president at a marketing agency. She'd been in the workforce for 15 years and faced years of fertility challenges before being blessed with son Charlie in 2015.
She met her husband, Josh, in kindergarten. The house-divided college sweethearts attended KU and K-State, starting their careers in Dallas before returning to Wichita in 2003. Not just a full-time executive and mom, she owns Josh Cook Golf Academy with her namesake husband. Ashley also enjoys volunteering as Wichita Aero Club vice chair, driving a golf cart with Josh and Charlie, drinking wine and spending time with family.
The Benefits of Gratitude for Your Mind, Your Body, and Your Happiness
As 2019 kicked off and I was working on my goals, I started reading various blog posts to get me focused. I stumbled across a post from the maker of the daily agenda I...
Being Intentional with Your Time Management in 2020
I recently attended an event where the speaker discussed how as moms we need to be intentional with our time. I was intrigued, so I went home and Googled it.
Suddenly 78,800,000 results for “being...
Alternatives to Traditional Gift-Giving this Holiday Season
The joy of gift-giving. For some people, there’s no better feeling. For others, it means a never-ending list and stress. You don’t want to leave anyone out, but you don’t want to break the...
Once Upon a Time: How to Tell Your Own Fairy Tales
When our son was about three years old, he started getting restless at nap time (even after reading several books). I figured out that if I spoke in a quiet, soothing voice for several...
Things We Say Now (As Moms)
Have you had a chance to watch Netflix’s Wine Country? While the show got mixed reviews, it has a line that I personally love. The group of women who are turning 50 frequently follow...
4 Best Travel Toys for Your Family Trip
With summer upon us, it means family road trips or plane rides to your vacation spot of choice. It also means keeping your kids occupied for several hours in a confined space.
When we started...
5 Favorite Sleep Apps for the Sleepless Mom
Hello, fellow insomniac.
Are you reading this at 2 am? Did you fall asleep right after the kids and then wake up just now with a million thoughts running through your head? Let me guess,...
Safeguarding Your Family Vacation: Do You Really Need Travel Insurance?
It’s only a few hours before the vacation you’ve been planning for nearly a year is scheduled to start. You’re finishing your last items on your checklist at work and turn on the vacation...
My Silent Struggle with Infertility
Infertility. Yes, that dirty word. And its close friends shame, stigma and depression. With our son turning four, it’s a good time for me to reflect on the ups and downs we went through...
Travel Lightly: How to Pack 3 Days & Nights in A Carry-On
Have you ever tried packing three days and three nights of clothing in a carry-on? Think it’s impossible? It’s not. Let me tell you how.
I’ve been traveling for work pretty much my entire 18-year...
Still Dating After All These Years – Making Time for Your Spouse
When you’re married to the man you've dated since college, suddenly you are 40-years-old and you've been together 20 years or more than half your life.
That's a lot of time together.
My husband and...
Dear Son: Words of Wisdom from Your Working Momma
Dear son,
As I was sitting at a packed conference room table the other day, I glanced around and it dawned on me…I was one of only two women in that room. I've been in...
It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like Chaos :: Navigating the Holidays with Extended...
Are you lucky enough to live close to most of your family? We are beyond grateful to have almost our entire village here in Wichita. All three sets of our parents. All of our...
Where to Find Gluten-Free Pizza in Wichita
October is national pizza month - who doesn’t love pizza? It’s generally a delicious crowd-pleaser and easy for families on the go!
While Wichita may be the birthplace of Pizza Hut, for those of us...