Ashley Dillinger

Ashley Dillinger
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I am married to an amazing man, Travis, and we have two beautiful girls. I enjoy reading, running, and relaxing. However, with our busy schedule I don't usually find time to do any of those! I could not be happier about our crazy life!

2017 Word of the Year: Gratitude

As I sat down to think about my word for 2017, I contemplated what my previous words of the year meant to me – Kindness, Learn, Dance. I was also reminded how hard the...

My Letter to Santa

Dear Santa, As I bask in the glow of the twinkling lights cascading from our trimmed Christmas tree, I want to capture my thoughts and feelings on your existence. We celebrate your magic in this house....
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Top Five Kitchen Items I Am Thankful For

I will be the first to say that I don't spend a lot of time cooking in the kitchen cooking. Most of the cooking in our house is done by my husband. And when I...

Peace of Mind Furnace Check with Wyckoff Heating and Cooling

The other day I received a text that it was time to schedule my bi-annual dentist visit. I didn’t even hesitate to call and set up an appointment. Then, on my way to town, I...
Toddler Professions | Des Moines Moms Blog

Toddler Professions

Toddlers seem ready for the work force at a bright young age of two or three. Below are some possible professions that my almost four-year-old has mastered in the last two years. Olympic Track Athlete Long...

To Gabby, From Iowa

Dear Gabby, First I would like to congratulate you on all your success in your career. You have accomplished more at the young age of 20 than most people accomplish in a lifetime – or...

Lessons Aren’t Always What They Seem

The other night while tucking Tessa in for bed, we got to talking about her swim lessons. “I am not actually learning to swim, Mom.” Right. I explained to her that swim lessons right now are not...
Ribbons and Bows | Des Moines Moms Blog

Ribbons and Bows

This post is part 3 of 7 in the series Sugar and Spice & Everything Daughters. When I had a daughter I imagined hair bows pouring out of every drawer and ribbons matching every outfit....
I'm So Excited.... I'm So Stressed | Des Moines Moms Blog

I’m So Excited…. I’m So Stressed

I'm having a Jessie Spano moment. Only I am not singing The Pointer Sisters in my spandex leotard. Nor am I popping caffeine pills. I am, however, screaming about the lack of time in...
The Ultimate Showdown: Thumb vs. Binky| Des Moines Moms Blog

The Ultimate Showdown: Thumb vs. Binky

When my oldest was a baby, people always commented on hating pacifiers. Comments flew around about the addiction to the pacifier, how hard it was to break the habit, how bad it was for...