Why I Stopped Social Media and Moved Back To the U.S. (My life will never be the same)
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- Опубліковано 10 лют 2025
- "Hey everyone! 🌟 Big news alert! 🚨 In this update video, I'll be sharing some major life changes with you all. Unfortunately, my time in Spain has come to an end as my visa has run out, leading me to make the abrupt decision to move back to the U.S. But fear not! I'm diving headfirst into a new adventure as I start my exciting new job at SEATAC Airport. Plus, there's a new addition to my life-I've got a boyfriend! 😊 With all these changes, I'm also revamping the direction of my channel, so stay tuned for fresh content and updates on this exciting journey. Don't miss out-watch now! 🎥✈️"
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== About Me ==
Hello! I'm Ashley, a travel enthusiast who loves to explore and share everything I learn along the way. I have traveled to over 70 countries and have made it my mission to dig into the culture, history, food, and language as much as I can. I not only want to share my passion for the world but also encourage my viewers to get out and experience it for themselves. I feel privileged to have the opportunity to inspire others to challenge their miss conceptions and step out of what makes them comfortable in hopes of trying or experience something new that may change their life forever.
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The lady who smiles while crying. That's the strength and resilience in you.
No, it’s masking.
Ash what ever air line you are working for should immediately place you in public relations, and look at making you the face of PR Department. Your smile, enthusiasm and joy could sell ice to an Eskimo. So deserving of success and love. You go girl. D
Haha You are too kind! Thank you for being so uplifting and I do hope to continue making moves in my employment. For now though, I'm content with the blessing this job has been for me.
She fully deserves it. But those jobs arent for skilled people, they are reserves for nepotism unfortunately 😢
So wonderful to hear from you, Ash. We wish the world for you. I’ll certainly be continuing to follow along.
I second this!
Ash, I’m so grateful to see your smile again. I started watching your videos a long time ago because I was started having the exploring/travel itch. You have helped motivate me to get out of my comfort zone. A few years back I decided to take the leap into van life. I’ve now explored almost all of the states. Now I’m living in the Seattle area as a registered nurse, and still in my van. Thank you for bringing so many smiles and so much joy to so many people!
I'm happy to hear that things have settled a bit and congrats on the job and boyfriend! I look forward to seeing how things progress for you :)
Thank you, yes I agree, things have definitely started to settle down. Phew! I'll be sure to continue keeping you guys posted on things in the future! 😊
Thank goodness. I've been worried. Great to see your face again. I'm so glad things are turning out so well. Working in an airport is pretty cool. So glad you've got a boyfriend. He seems a lovely man.
I actually have thought for a while that maybe it was really time to go home. Living abroad has made you the person you are and made you different from most people around you. But it was time to go home. I travelled a lot when I was young and have lived in four different countries. Now I've got the attitude that I've done that enough. I want to be home now and home for me is wherever I have loved ones who remember when I've been there and miss me when I leave. I wish you all the best for this next phase in your life.
Hi Ashley, it’s so good to hear from you again. Do you remember what I told you in the church in Barcelona? God will open the right doors and close the wrong ones. And he will do it in time. We can’t wait to hear from you again. Your friends in Switzerland, R&C
We missed you Ash. I am so glad that you finally got settled somewhere. I admire the fact that you always try to land back on your feet. I am proud of you because of your resilience, your good humor and willing to accept change.
So glad you’re back! Can’t wait for the new changes to your channel!
I came up with this when life changes happen - where you are planted, you will grow. Thank you for the update. We were worried about you.
So pleased you came back. I’ve been with you since the very start of The Wayaway. Lovely to see you braving up AGAIN and winning AGAIN. You have this Ash. ❤
I’m so happy that things are falling in place. Life is a never ending adventure with roller coaster rides, straight & curved road in everyone’s live. I see life a big adventure in a book. You never know what’s on the next page or chapters. No matter how you make your videos I will watch. You’re always like a ray of sunshine! Have a blessed week & Happy St. Patrick’s Day! 👍✌️😁💚😊🍀
This is so exciting Ash!!! One of my favourite quotes i found early last year when a family member was going through some life changes is “sometimes our lives have to be completely shaken up, rearranged, & changed to relocate us to the place we were meant to be” & I am a firm believer in that!! You willl continue to do amazing things & I look forward to all the things coming!!:) so proud of you!
Welcome back home! So glad to see your life is evolving w/ a significant other and you are near family. As a native of Washington myself, I know you're rediscovering life in a beautiful and familiar place. Buena suerte!
Life is always an adventure. If things go to plan all the time - life would be boring. You have to go through difficult times to appreciate the good. You have certainly done that & it is great to see the rewards are coming your way. Best of luck for the future. You look so happy now.
This is so what I needed right now. Just had a big move with my husband for his new job and trying to find my footing. Change is hard but so important for life growth. I look forward to watching your upcoming videos, thanks always for sharing with us xx
dont cry sweetie were all with you x
Just yesterday I was checking your channel as I was thinking I haven’t seen something from you for a while. Thanks for the update.
You are the sweetest Ashley, I'm glad to see you are doing well!
Wonderful to see you again, Ash. I'm happy you're with family and building up. There's no better foundation. ❤
Thank you, that is so very sweet and couldn't be truer. They have been a stability that I am so thankful to have.
Missed you Ash. ( I think I've made that clear lol) I'm sorry you had to leave Spain. But glad you decided not to give up social media. Many of us think of you as a dear friend. Yes you provide enormous value as well, never forget that. OMG The scene on the beach with you and Jordan was absolutely adorable. I'm so happy for you two. Congrats on the new gig ! I know it has drawbacks (ugh those hours). But like you, I think airports are super cool and I'd never get tired of watching those big birds take off and land! (as evidenced by the several plane spotting channels I watch! ) Soooo..welcome back!!
I'm so excited for you! Wishing you all the best in this chapter!
Winging it with Ash has a whole new meaning! “Wing”ing it! I used to work for an airline, I think you now have other travel knowledge you can share working at the airport and for an airline. Best of luck to you.
Ash, this is an awesome update. I hope that from here forward, you have the happiness that you deserve.
Thank you for sharing with us Miss Ash , we love you so much , keep your beautiful smile ,it's your key ❤
I’m so glad that you’re doing well, Ashley! I was worried about you and have checked your channel often to see if I had missed something. Restarts are just a part of life and you are not afraid to move in a different direction when needed. Looking forward to more videos!
Welcome back beautiful girl. Glad to see you smiling and giggling again. You have been through a lot of changes and lived a lot of lives ❤ Hope we see you and Jordan very soon in the future. Wishing you all good things, you so deserve them. Love from Australia 🇦🇺
Happy to see your smiling face, you were missed! Remember everything you have done in life has brought you to today. The good and the bad times make us who we are. Enjoy being home, 💕
Hi Ashley! I’m sorry you had to go through such a big change…. but look at you now! Even though I don’t know you personally, this change feels right to me. I know you love travel - and you’ve gotten to do a LOT of it in your young life. I know you’ll be doing more of it in the future too. I think this stability is just what you need. Family is important, and we don’t have them forever. I’m so happy for you and your new boyfriend! You deserve happiness! Yes, I’ve overcome unexpected and devastating changes in my life that I won’t go into detail about. I did move past it and get stronger and find new happiness. I wish you continued success and happiness on your journey! 🙏💗
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I always end up in an interesting spot. I just got a projector and was rewatching your 2017 Turkey vids on my wall. Here I just found out you had returned when I got busy with life and stopped watching videos. I look forward to seeing them. You can teach English in Spain. A friend of mine did it. In rural areas too. I also had a customer ask me to teach him Spanish yesterday because I had to tell a lady only 2 cartons of eggs could be purchased. Lots of coincidences! Keep making videos, but certainly make them as simple as need be. Let it be fun.
Good to see that you're doing well, and through all the trials and tribulations you're still living life on your terms, and still smiling.
So glad to have you back Ashley! You always bring sunshine with you, even during sad times. May the Lord bless and keep you, and hold you close. 🙏💛☺️
I've moved forward literally and figuratively many times in many places. When someone asks what I want to do with my life, my answer is "live it" and by that I mean, fully, actively and presently. The universe will throw us challenges and curve balls, and we won't always understand, but learning to accept and move on, that's where contentment can be found. In yoga we say that we are all just drops of the divine, having a human experience, so to me, many different experiences means a life well lived ;)
Wow, that is really beautiful and such an example to live up to. I love the positivity of that perspective and finding contentment in the things that we cannot change. So much of our lives has to do with our perspective, doesn't it?
You sound like a lovely person who has so much to share, thank you for allowing me to be a part of that! Keep living that life and bring on those experiences! 💕🙌
So good to see you again Ash! Don't get upset when things don't go according to plan. I heard a phrase many years ago and the older I get the truer it becomes... "Make a plan, God (or fate) needs a laugh."
So happy for you Ashley! Glad to see your face and an update!
I’m thrilled for your newest adventure! Enjoy where you are! Where ever you are.
I understand exactly how you feel. I recently left Thailand. I had a beautiful three months there did not wanna leave. I found someone very special to me there.
What’s keeping me going is the fact that I will be returning soon.
I live on Maui. I would love to hear more about where you stayed and what you liked best. I’m glad to hear you did not film but just enjoyed your family time. I lost my husband of 56 years last July, followed by the Lahaina fire a few weeks later. My home is on the west side but not in the burn zone. The art gallery where I worked since the 1970’s was burnt in the fire. My husband was an artist with the gallery. I am still learning to deal with big changes. I look forward to seeing your new format as it unfolds. I started watching you along with my husband many years ago on your old channel and enjoyed it very much. It’s great to have you back!
I’m so proud of you that you get yourself out there- and you get it done! You’re a great, brave, kind person. You deserve every happiness!! ❤
Thank you so much, your sweet words mean a lot! I hope you find happiness too. 😊
so glad to see you looking so happy, your positively glowing x
Thank you so much!!
Hello Ash, I have been following you for about 8 years and now I am truly happy from my heart to see the joy of those years on your face again. Your sincerity and joy warm us like the warm rays of the sun. I hope this beautiful energy of yours never fades. Thank you for sharing your experiences with us. I hope these changes in your life bring you happiness. We love you. Soooo much love from Turkey ❤❤
So happy for you! Looking forward to seeing what is next on the channel and in your life.
Your journey is a bold one, you definitely get me thinking about my own scenario. Your big heart is an inspiration :) x
Glad that you are doing better. You have had a wonderful time traveling all over the world over the past years. I love to travel to Europe myself and have viewed all of your videos including the older ones with your ex husband. You really have had wonderful experiences that most folks could only dream about. Good to hear from you again.
So lovely to see your face again! This is just another chapter in your book. You can write the final one x
Thank you, it has been fun be able to hear from everyone again! Many more chapters in my book to come. Thanks for the lovely analogy, it sure feels like I could write a book. Haha
Love you Ash! ❤❤ Your restarts show your bravery, you should be so proud. Thank you for the update!
You're the best! Thank you for the words of affirmation, they really warm my heart.
Starting over can be hard and rebuilding. I wish you the best in your new chapter and adventure. I know you will get where you want to be. Absolutely you will get there. Sending lots and lots of love to you. My life is also going through big changes after a divorce a few years ago and starting all over. We got this!
You’ve entertained my family over the years with your vast knowledge of travelling its great to see you use it to reach your goal
Aww, I love hearing that families can enjoy my channel together! That makes my heart happy. Thank you for watching and your encouraging words.
It's always great to see your happy beautiful face! Glad you are doing well and you and you have such a great community around you 🙂
So glad you’re back. I worried for you when you were abroad all by yourself. Glad you are home putting down roots around people who love you. Praying you get all the happiness you deserve.
Its so nice to see you again.
You are doing great.
I love your determination in the face of life changes.
So happy you are finding new happiness ❤
I'm so happy for you! You are in a great place! I just found your channel and watched videos going back 4 years...girl, you have been through it and have been so strong. Incredibly proud of you! Praying for great things to continue to happen in your life!
Hi from New Zealand Ash. There’s an old saying “if nothing changes” “nothing changes”. Reflection and diarising your life is healthy. You have a lot of resilience and I respect you for taking the hard road of life at times.
Thank you so much and I love that saying haha not super profound but it packs a punch!
You're amazing... keep on going... from you last long follower P.B. Love from Brazil
So good to see you return unfortunately work gets in the way of life. I know over the years you've had your dramas but you have come through the other side better. Remember your BF is the lucky one and don't forget it. I would be very interested to know what changes you have noticed on the return to the USA. A friend of ours worked for an airline and enjoyed it so much, early mornings were a killer. Once going to bed at 7pm and slept for 18 hours missing her shift and flight to Hong Kong. Keep positive the world is a big place , life plans never go to plan just enjoy the twists and turns.
It's great to see you looking so happy. my husband and I had to leave our rental property last year after 10 years of renting and have now started a mortgage at the ages of 61 and 55. It was the scariest moment of our lives, but like you we have come out the other side and are both so happy. Looking forward to seeing more about you and your boyfriend soon. Love to you both ❤
Thank you so much, it's been a drastic change but I'm making the best of it.
Yes, sometimes the unfamiliar can seem so nerve wrecking. It is great to hear you guys' have found happiness in your new home and position. It is really such an accomplishment to have a mortgage and a home to call your own!
Thank you for sharing your experience with me, it's never too late for positive changes! Starting over again has allowed me to grow in so many ways. 🙌💕
Ashley I get so sad when you cry. You hold your emotions close to the surface and it is like watching a much loved friend cry😢. One of my favourite films is Inn of the Sixth Happiness, and in the film a character says, "A planned life is a closed life, it can be endured but it is not truly lived". I love that you are open to what life offers you and I am confident that the universe has a great future planned for you.❤
Thanks for sharing such a wonderful quote. I will remember that one!
Me and my wife flew out of Seattle just 3 weeks ago back home to to England after getting off a Cruise Ship, glad you moving forward and the best of luck to you. 🙂
Very pleased to see you in such good spirits. You may not have the perfect job but it seems very much a step in the right direction. With your bubbly personality and newfound Spanish language skills, you appear to be a great ambassador for your airline.
Yes, a steppingstone to future goals and further happiness! Thank you for such a positive outlook and being so encouraging. 😊
That was a lovely catch-up video. Glad you're well. That part asking your new bf out was super cute. Reminded me of primary school(elementary school? Not sure of the US equivalent) passing notes 'will you be my boyfriend Y/N' 😊 lol. really sweet. I think in general what you go through bolsters your soul for what's to come. Although those shift times you're doing are killer. I hated working nights.😴 Glad to hear from you. And whatevers to come.
good to see you again even if you are sad you still put a smile on your face. Life is all about ups and downs you have to go with the flow!! Looking forward to more videos from you. we have a big change coming up soon. unfortunately my dad passed in 2022 and left me the house in Ireland, so hubs and I are moving to Ireland hoping in August. Our son (24) will not join us so I'm sad about that but he is an adult and has to do his thing and sort life out for himself.
Hi there, only sad moments (thank goodness) because changes can be challenging, but I am adjusting beautifully!
I am sorry to hear about the loss of your Dad. Where are you moving from? Ireland is so beautiful and the people there are amazing! My best wishes for you and these upcoming changes.
It can be such an adjustment moving away from family, but it makes time with them that much more precious. I hope your son has lots of opportunities to visit and explore in the future.
I’ve never watched your channel before (my gf watches) But watching you leave, and talk of your love for, Barcelona broke my heart. We lived in Barcelona for 3 months and can understand your love for the place. Great to see things looking on the up! 🙌 lovely video, such a good watch.
I missed seeing your smiling face :) hope you are taking care of yourself. From a stranger who only knows you from what you post online, you seem like a beautiful and kind soul and I'm wishing you all the best
Awww thank you so much, your kindness radiates through your comment! Honestly, it's people like you that make sharing my life so rewarding. All the best to you as well and I'm grateful for your uplifting spirit!
So nice to see you again Ash! Those life changes are exciting and I love how you always think quick and land on your feet. Having open hands and an open heart is a great way to live! Here’s to your new adventures 🥂
🥂Thank you, I only wish we could cheers for real. Haha Thank you for seeing the best in me and writing such a heartwarming message.
Sweet Ashley, my heart is so happy for you. I love to see how The Lord is working through your life. Keep your eyes and mind on Him. He will continue to see you through it all. Much love, many prayers, and all the hugs!
Welcome back! I am so proud of you and your journey! ❤
wow I feel like I have such a unique lense to watch this with because i knew you before all of this. It is such a blessing to see you so happy! It so nice after everything you've been through. love you ash!
So glad to see you again, and know that you are doing so well. Keep up the good work in your relationships and at the airport. Can not wait to see your life get better and better. Good luck with everything.
finally i can see that you have a real smile in the face. Loosing expectacions one of the worse thıings for some people and you have faced with it over and over. I hope new lıfe brings you best.
Thanks for the update. I know you don't know us all but we feel like we know you and are cheering for you. Even if not often just drop us a vid from time to time let us know you're doing good. Be well!
You're the best and I'm here to say, "Thank you"!!! I am really hoping to make this space relatable for everyone in our shared life experiences and lessons. It's such a neat platform where we can all connect. I appreciate you supporting my journey.
so so so so HAPPY FOR YOU!!!! Congrats to you and Jordan!! I could def see how happy he made you in your past videos! So cool that he moved to WA to be with you. Kuddos to you Jordan!!
Welcome back Ash and wish you all the best for your life! You deserve it!
Cheering you on from Seattle as well!!
Good for you Ash, yes now your life is normal but that is giving you so many benefits ( Family, Jordan and Stability)
Good luck with finding out what comes next and I hope you achieve those life goals because you deserve it 🧡
Welcome back Ashley!...So happy to see you working in the airline industry. I was hoping that for you! Wishing you all the best! ❤😊
Happy to see you post again. Thanks for the update. Glad to hear your big changes and congrats on your forward progress through life!
Welcome back, Ashley. Looking forward to your next videos. As John Lennon said, "Life is what happens to you when you're busy making other plans..."
Glad to have you back 😊 It's great about being back in Washington with a new relationship. Also a job you like and More importantly see growth in. Looking forward to seeing what is to come.
I’ve had a rough life and your the same, let’s hope it all changes for us
Such a joy to see you happy. You've been through a fair amount of rough patches since I have been following you. I wished I could have gone to Spain to give you a hug when you needed one. Mentally I did. Your inner strength and family will always be there for you and I mean you're larger extended family. Us viewers. I knew something was there by the look in his face ♥️. He looks like a good guy. Someone nice and dependable. He ain't bad looking either lol. You take care of yourself and life will XXX
Good to see you back! I totally agree; life is NEVER what you plan... even if what you plan comes true, it's never how you think it will :D. And I also understand craving stability. Enjoy it and take it slow
So happy to see you back! Looking forward to new content from you.
I've enjoyed watching your videos for several years now. You're so willing to share many experiences. That said, I would also support changes to your channel or even you taking a break from videos. Life keeps changing, for sure! 😊
Aww, thank you so much for being here! I appreciate that you are willing to join in these experiences and changes with me, it really means a lot. It's so fun to hear from people who have been watching for such a long time. You make this channel worth continuing. 💕
So great to hear from you! Can you tell us a bit about your boyfriend? I don't remember him. Glad to see you are enjoying family time again. Blessings!
Hats off to you, your life is never boring! I'm sure you have no regrets, you just go for it. I admire that! Having lived abroad myself but within the same job, that's hard but changing everything is much harder. Change is disruptive and the unknown is stressful but also keeps things interesting! Best of luck for whatever happens next 😊
Wow, thank you for sharing your insight, that is truly how it has felt! Whereabouts abroad have you lived? It sounds like we may have many shared experiences!
I have definitely felt the stress of it all but have been so blessed throughout each change. Thank you for the encouragement and I'll be keeping you guys posted on whatever happens next. 😊
@@WingingItWithAsh Sweden for 5 years. Plus a few several month short assignments in Finland, Netherlands, USA and Turkey.Tbh I think my experiences totally different to you, mine were more planned in advance and with a lot more certainty, but I get how hard it can be and how much guts it takes to live a life less ordinary. I don't think anyone would say you lack guts! You keep going for it 😄
Welcome back and go you !
Glad you’re getting settled into this new chapter of your life . I’ll be looking out for you at Seattle airport in a couple of weeks . I will be the lost looking Brit trying to find her next connecting flight !
Thank you! Good luck on your upcoming travels! I hope you experience many adventures, and your connecting flights goes smoothly... we all know how those can be haha. Whereabouts are you traveling to? I'm so curious now 🧐.
😢So glad to see you doing well, Ash! 🙂
Being close to your family, having an interesting job with great travel opportunities, and a good friend and partner in Jordan.
Following you through these past years, you are a wonderful person and a strong woman.
Many greetings from Germany! 😃
Good luck to you in your new job and new life, the smile on your face made us feel good too.
Hey lovely lady! Good to see you back. It seems that you've been through a difficult journey the last few years, but it looks like you've ended up in a pretty good place. I wish you all the best for the future.
Missed watching your videos. Glad you were back.
Yay! Thank you! There will be more to come. 🤗
Wish you all the best for your future!
Soo lovely to see you Ash and see how your life has moved forwards and upwards :) and with all the emotions that involves:) congratulations on your boyfriend:) he seems great 👍 👌. Looking forward to continuing the journey of life with you:)
I’m very glad to see you happy. I think you made the right decision by moving back to US. Lots of very good news indeed. Lots of love from Turkey😀
Thank you so much!! 😊 I go where the tides take me. 😘😘 send my love to Turkey!
It was lovely to hear from you after a long time. Good luck with your new job and achieving your goals! You have a handsome boyfriend. 💖Love and a wonderful life to you two. 🪄Greetings from Finland to your whole family 👱
It’s wonderful seeing you again 🥰
I am so happy for you! 😊😊
You should feel incredibly proud of yourself. ❤
Thank you very much, I appreciate that!
So glad things are working out for you Ash xx
I am happy for you.
Best wishes. Keep Shining 🌟
actually in this journey you had spectacular life experience .like sort of movie from first step to last step .this is priceless
Aww Ashley, I am delighted to see you back! ❤ I think about you often 😊 glad all is well ❤
Hello, I am happy you get a few perks at your job even though the hours are tough. They must be excited to have you as an employee. How did you meet Jordan? Looking forward to your content!