Embracing simplicity can be a game changer. In a fast-paced world that often pushes us to chase after more, taking a step back gives us the chance to truly enjoy the moments that matter. We can't take tomorrow for granted, so why not focus on the here and now? By cutting through the distractions, we open ourselves up to appreciating the present, strengthening our relationships, and living in line with our core values. At its heart, life is about connection, purpose, and making every moment meaningful. Let’s make the most of our time together.
Hi, I’m Ashlie—a mom of two, wife of 13 years, and a California girl turned Seattleite, now heading back to Austin to rewrite the rules of family, freedom, and fulfillment.
I’m trading in “more” for “meaningful” as my family and I downsize, simplify, and make room for what truly matters—travel, connection, and purpose. As a licensed real estate agent in both Washington and Texas, a triathlete, and a musician at heart (guitar and piano are my jam), I know that life flows best when we tune out the noise and focus on harmony.
My blog, Less is Yes, is where I share this journey—embracing the power of less to create a life rich with freedom, adventure, and intentional living. From financial independence and real estate to home renovations, travel, food, and honest reflections on relationships, it’s all here.
This isn’t about giving things up; it’s about gaining clarity and space for what lights us up. Life’s too short to waste on what doesn’t serve us—let’s live purposefully.
The secret to a life well-lived isn’t in having more but in needing less. Clarity, purpose, and peace follow when we align with what truly fulfills us.
