Before I became a dog mom, I didn’t realize just how deeply a four-legged companion could impact my life. I expected the walks, the feeding schedules, the vet visits—but I never expected the emotional richness, laughter, and unconditional love that would come with it. Being a dog mom is more than just caring for aContinue reading “The Unexpected Joys of Being a Dog Mom”
Author Archives: Ashli Ferguson
Prioritizing Wellness: Mental Health Awareness Month 2025
Every May, Mental Health Awareness Month gives us an opportunity to spotlight a topic that affects millions yet remains shrouded in stigma—mental health. In 2025, the need for awareness, understanding, and support is more urgent than ever. Why Mental Health Matters Mental health is just as vital as physical health. It influences how we think,Continue reading “Prioritizing Wellness: Mental Health Awareness Month 2025”
March Books
March was a BANGING month for reading.I am not sure what got into me – other than trying to catch up because I was BEHIND on my Goodreads goal – but I did some work in March. I did listen to a few of them in the car, but I count ALL forms of readingContinue reading “March Books”
Hello April
Ahhh April.Now it’s Spring which is good and bad.Good because the plants are blooming, the weather is nice, and the sun is shining.Bad because I live in Tornado Alley, and I hate it here.ALL THE STORMS!!! ALL THE TIME.I hate this season…. yet I love this season.What can ya do? But April is here andContinue reading “Hello April”
Birthdays, Celebrities, and Chicken Wings
My three favorite things.Birthdays.Celebrities.Chicken Wings.You really can’t go wrong with any of these, am I right?! I turned 37 this last weekend and we decided for my birthday we were going to take a trip to Kansas City to go to their Planet City Comicon!We’ve never been before, but as you have seen from pastContinue reading “Birthdays, Celebrities, and Chicken Wings”
Harry Potter
Are you a Harry Potter fan?If so, you are going to want to check out the NEW warmer, mini warmer, and wax for sale in the Scentsy shop! Shop Here – https://ashliferguson.scentsy.us/ The Warmer – https://ashliferguson.scentsy.us/shop/p/99811/harry-potter-house-pride-scentsy-warmer Celebrate your house pride! This Warmer reminiscent of stained glass features the crest for a different Hogwarts™ House onContinue reading “Harry Potter”
Support and Be Supported
If you’re looking for a great way to learn more about self-care, mental wellness, and more, PLUS support us in a great way then head here and join our Patreon. patreon.com/youmeandbenny It’s a great way to help us to keep doing what we love WHILE promoting self care, mental wellness and so much more.We appreciateContinue reading “Support and Be Supported”
#8 – Understanding Depression
There’s a new episode out of my podcast! This time we are talking about Depression and what you can do for yourself and others. This is a very important topic to me as I have dealt with this a lot so I wanted to help as much as I can.Please do not forget if youContinue reading “#8 – Understanding Depression”
Amazing Pens
I think I have a pen addiction.Anytime I find a good pen I need to keep it and savor it and hope no one steals it.It doesn’t always work that way – but I try. We have a store near us, Popshelf!, and it has a WHOLE section of pens that you can try outContinue reading “Amazing Pens”
Weight Loss Update
Well, it’s the beginning of February, and it’s been a WHILE since I updated you about weight loss, so I thought it was time.Let’s go. I posted this to my Facebook ( https://www.facebook.com/afdogmom ) yesterday, showing my face progression since 2023. It’s amazing to see how far you have come when you look at yourselfContinue reading “Weight Loss Update”