Welcome! I'm Lori!
I'm just an ordinary woman working to build and extraordinary life! I share everything I learn and all the things that help me to achieve that along the way. This is our little corner of the internet where real life, big dreams and a couple tiny dogs come together. We would love to share a bit about us, so that you know who we really are!
Lori
Dream Chaser, creator, lifetime learner.
Nyssa
My biggest why. My daughter and adventure buddy.
Lila
Chief Nap Supervisor. The introvert who avoids drama.
Freya
Happiness Officer. Tiny body, huge personality.
Devi
Chaos Creator. Tiny, fluffy and convinced rules everything.
Our vision
To prove that ordinary people can build extraordinary lives.
Lorishirley.com exists to inspire, teach and encourage people to keep learning, keep growing, and keep moving toward financial freedom, one step at a time.
Our mission
We share real experiences, honest recommendations, practical resources and the lessons we learn along the way. No pretending to have all the answers, just showing you what is working for us and inviting you to learn with us!
Where It All Started
I've never been someone who had life handed to me. Like so many people, I've faced setbacks, made mistakes, started over more than once, and learned that the best lessons usually come the hard way.
For years I've been chasing one goal: building a life with more freedom—for myself, my daughter, and anyone who wants to come along for the journey.
I don't claim to be an expert who's figured everything out. I'm simply someone who loves learning, testing ideas, and sharing what actually works.
Whether it's saving money, earning online, creating content, improving my health, discovering useful products, or simply finding ways to make life a little easier, I believe every small step matters.
Today, LoriShirley.com is where all of those passions come together—a place where real life meets real opportunities.
A Little Behind the Scenes...
You'll find a mix of real photos and AI-generated images throughout this website.
I'm a huge fan of AI and creative tools like Canva, ChatGPT, and other apps that help bring ideas to life. I love experimenting, learning what's possible, and sharing what I discover along the way.
Sometimes an image is a real moment from my life. Sometimes it's something I created with AI to tell a story or inspire an idea. Either way, every page is built with creativity, curiosity, and a genuine desire to help others.
If I find a tool that saves time, sparks creativity, or makes life a little easier, chances are you'll see me using it—and teaching others how to use it too.
A Few Tidbits Of Who I Am
I'm obsessed with learning new things. If there's a better way to save money, make money, create content or simplify life, I'm going to try it (Including building this website myself LOL) I love sharing what I find and things I try with anyone who will listen! (That means you...)
With me you'll find, success and mess, laughter and tears, Chihuahuas who steal my life, a daughter who gives me purpose and of lot of "let's see what happens if we do this" moments. I believe that progress beats perfection and everyday I strive to be better than yesterday.
Thank You For Stopping By
Whatever reason you are here for - to save money, build another income stream, discover cool products or just see what crazy thing I'm doing next, thank you, I appreciate you. I hope something here inspires you, teaches you, or makes your day easier. I hope you'll come back often as I grow and learn!