Category: 65 and Counting
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Coffee with Lady Flava: Coffee with Lady Flava
Some chapters of life close quietly, not with anger or disappointment, but with gratitude. Over a cup of coffee this morning, I found myself reflecting on the people who walk into our lives at just the right time—and how sometimes the greatest gift from a season isn’t the work we did, but the friendships we…
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H&W|Financial Wellness as We Prepare for Retirement
Many people today are working longer than expected as they approach retirement. Financial wellness plays a major role in overall health, and preparing ahead can help create stability and peace of mind in the years ahead.
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ASipOfFlava|Rhythm and Flow Beyond the Music
Life has a rhythm far beyond music. From the quiet ritual of morning coffee to the flow of writing and the small steps of rebuilding strength, we all move to patterns that shape our days. Today I’m reflecting on how rhythm and flow show up in everyday life—and how I’m creating a new one through…
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RealTalk|How Well Do You Know Yourself?
Saturday Real Talk How well do you really know yourself? Not the version you present.Not the role you play.Not the personality people are used to. You. Have you ever sat in real quiet — no TV, no scrolling, no background noise — and just let your thoughts breathe? When you do that, something interesting happens.…
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H&W|It Hit Me Out of Nowhere
I out of nowhere started to not feel good. It started with hot flashes. Then lightheadedness. Nausea. Pressure in my face. A feeling I can only describe as “I don’t feel good, and I need to stop.” So I did something that used to be hard for me — I listened.
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H&W|How to Keep Your Memory Sharp as a Senior
Forgetfulness can happen at any age, but caring for your memory is something you can do every day. Simple habits, gentle routines, and kindness toward yourself can help keep your mind active and supported as you age. 🌻
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ASipOfFlava| A 65 year old Empath
Some of us feel everything — people, places, shifts we can’t quite name. At 65, I’m learning how to protect my energy without closing my heart. Pull up a chair… let’s sip coffee and talk about what it means to be an empath. ☕️🌻
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H&W| Check In On Your Mental Health
Checking in with yourself doesn’t mean something is wrong — it means you care. A simple pause, a few honest questions, and a little self-compassion can go a long way toward protecting your mental health.
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H&W|Revisiting the Thigh Master
Sometimes strength looks quiet. Today I’m revisiting a simple, joint-friendly tool that supports intentional movement, pelvic floor strength, and stability — without pressure or perfection. A gentle reminder that progress can be practical and kind to your body.
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ASipOfFlava| Your Elders Have Value
Just a quiet moment with a hot cup of coffee… thinking about the elders who shaped me, guided me, and poured wisdom into my life without needing recognition. I valued them deeply then. I honor them even more now. And as I step into that elder space myself, I find myself wondering how wisdom is…

