“Just do it”
By Ashley Lopez Okay, so I got laid off end of April due to the virus and I’ve really just been trying to figure out my next move. Prior to […]
Author Archives
Ashley
Hi there – welcome to Ashley Spills. My name is Ashley and I’m super stoked you’re reading this. I’m 26 years old and still learning so much about myself and life. I am starting this blog because I have so many thoughts—my brain is a literal brainstorm. I’m always scheming up ideas, plans, dreams and goals that feel unrealistic, and more. I am ready for some type of outlet – this blog will be completely and brilliantly random, but honest; consisting of my reflections, thoughts, short stories, and beyond!
Midnight recollections – 2
By Ashley Lopez I have been logging my dreams for over a year now. Most dreams are dated. Some aren’t, the undated dreams are ones that I have never forgotten. […]
My vow to end silence
By Ashley Lopez I am a Latina woman who looks white. Though, I never really noticed this until it was recently pointed out by my Black friend. Like a deer […]
Gone Daddy
By Ashley Lopez Mama used to scare her, used to pinch herFor not listening, used to make her bendOver for a spanking. She’d cry and slurHer words: I’m sorry, mama! […]
Remembrance
A short story by Ashley Lopez (a snippet) “Imagine if your brain was capable of sustaining every memory we’ve ever lost,” the old man with a missing front tooth said. […]
Creative collection – 1
Details I remember it was so damn hotthat night their love went all the way to hell,the night I was eating popcorn alonein front of my television. I think,I’m sure […]
Midnight recollections – 1
By Ashley Lopez I have been logging my dreams for over a year now. Most dreams are dated. Some aren’t, the undated dreams are ones that I have never forgotten. […]
My first DIY Brazilian wax experience
Hi everyone, so I am going to share my experience of giving myself a Brazilian wax! I have been getting a Brazilian wax professionally done since I was about 18 […]
Altitude sickness when traveling to Cusco, Peru
This post will be dedicated to sharing my experience with managing the high altitude of 3,400 meters above sea level in Cusco, Peru. Altitude sickness, or Soroche, is a discomfort that […]
The child in me
When I was a kid, I was in a long-distance relationship with my best friend, Maria. I lived in South County San Diego and she lived in East County. I […]
