Ashley, Senior Writer

Ashley, Senior Writer
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Ashley is the managing editor/writing coach at Co Springs Mom Collective. This longtime reporter and freelancer loves working with the talented writers at COSMC. Ashley also creates content for City Mom Collective and takes on freelance writing and editing, as time allows. She spends her free time traveling and reading. Her website is www.seasonedscribe.com
camping Colorado Eleven Mile

Colorado Camping: Our Favorite Spots

Camping in Colorado is spectacular. The mountains. The rivers. The trees. The snow. The sand dunes. Wait! What? Snow? Sand dunes? Yes. Due to its varying elevations between mountains, valleys and plains, Colorado offers everything. We...
pecker

Nothing Like a Big Pecker in the Morning

Aaaaarrrrrrrggggggghhhhhhhhh!!! Flipping flickers! I called them woodpeckers until my husband corrected me. He took a semester of ornithology in college, so I’ll defer to him on this one. The difference, as far as I am concerned? Flickers...
Colorado Shines

Colorado Shines: Amazing Resources for Families

Child care routines have changed recently for many Colorado families. Most schools are closed, as are some child care centers. But parents... you are not alone! A state program called Colorado Shines has your...
educational resources

The Great Big Guide to Online Educational Resources for Kids

Kids across the country are out of school. Suddenly, we're all home-school moms (or dads)— a title many of us never sought. Some of us are still working full- or part-time while doing this...

Travel Colorado: A Comprehensive Guide to our Own Backyard

People travel to Colorado from all over the world. It is a destination. In case living here has you taking it for granted, here is your gentle reminder: Colorado is a-m-a-z-i-n-g! Whether you’re planning a...

Why Is My Doctor Always Running Late?

You make an appointment with your doctor. You show up on time—maybe even 15 minutes early. Then, you sit in the waiting room for 30 minutes. Or an hour. Or longer.  A Doctor Explains  Nothing is...
traveling with kids

Traveling with Children

Traveling. With. Children. Did your heart just beat a little faster? Those three little words need not strike fear in parents. You can do it – with minimal drama and maximum fun. Let me start with...

Guide to Fourth of July Celebrations in Colorado Springs

Fourth of July in Colorado Springs: Fireworks, parades, music! This town does it right!  Celebrations take place across the region over the course of several days. So, pack the family into the car and head...

Don’t Let Shoulder Pain Get You Down

Do you have shoulder pain?  Many people do. One common culprit is the rotator cuff, a group of four muscles that help initiate and stabilize the shoulder during motion. Normal daily activities put stress on...

Suspect a Torn ACL? Read On…

Ever twisted your knee to the point of hyper-extension? Ouch!  The Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) connects the lower leg to the thigh bone (femur) and helps keep the leg bones aligned. It also happens to...