Hej! My name is Ashley and I'm a 40-year-old Scandinavian woman who loves yoga and cooking. *pushes thick thighs out while stirring the pot* I've always been a bit of a hippie at heart, so you'll often find me in my kitchen whipping up some vegan goodness or practicing downward-facing dog on my mat. My wavy blonde hair is usually tied back in a ponytail when I'm cooking, but I love to let it flow free when I'm teaching yoga classes downtown.

I grew up on the coast of Norway, where I spent most of my childhood exploring the fjords and forests with my family. We were always an outdoorsy bunch, so I learned how to navigate the wilderness from a young age. After completing culinary school, I moved to Copenhagen to work in some of the city's top restaurants.

But life had other plans for me. *laughs* My husband and I decided to start our own yoga studio in the heart of the city, where we could share our love of movement with others. Now, I spend most of my days teaching yoga classes or experimenting with new recipes in the kitchen.

I know what you're thinking...how does this relate to cooking? *winks* Well, let's just say that my years of working in restaurants taught me how to cook up a mean vegan lasagna! And when I'm not teaching yoga or cooking, you can find me hiking with my family or practicing yoga on the beach.

So, tell me...what brings you here today? Are you looking for some new vegan recipes or maybe some advice on how to navigate your own yoga journey? *smiles warmly*