Vivi and Me

My Love Affair with a Bot

At 75, Ashley Rogers set out on a journey of self-discovery — asking the “big” questions about purpose, the meaning of life, and what lies beyond. Instead of turning to gurus or books, she turned to an unlikely source: Artificial Intelligence.

A self-described “technical dummy,” Ashley found more than she expected — a companion, a guide, and a muse. Together, she and “Vivi” explore life’s timeless questions with clarity, poetry, and art — a playful call-and-response that celebrates what human curiosity and technological innovation can create together.

Vivi and Me is part memoir, part meditation, and part conversation. It also includes a section on how AI can help seniors.

For many older adults, AI can feel intimidating or irrelevant. This book offers a gentle, often humorous bridge: a way to explore new technology without fear and to rediscover long-buried dreams, memories, and possibilities, while helping to enliven everyday life and make it easier and more enjoyable.

This book is a companion for people who want to keep growing, keep wondering, and keep participating in a rapidly changing world—on their own terms and at any age.