About


Hello.....
I'm Ashley Janay.
I'm 31 years old and the mother of 2 daughters...Danielle & Daela.
I created this blog because I have always enjoyed writing and blogging is a great way to share my work and thoughts.
I started this out kind of just writing whatever came to mind. That began to give me writer's block (the worst)...So I decided to switch things up & write about what makes me the happiest...my kids & our daily lives.
I hope everyone enjoys this journey while getting to know us :)

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