Category: A Great Story
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Milestone Celebration|🎉 250 Days of Blogging
Today marks a milestone I never imagined when I first started writing. 250 days of blogging in a row. What started as a simple way to share my thoughts has become something much deeper — a space where I can reflect, process what I experience, and tell the stories that life brings my way. From…
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RealTalk|Where Do Elders Fit In?
In today’s world, everything moves fast and loud. But where do elders fit in? Many older adults carry decades of experience, wisdom, and perspective — yet it can sometimes feel like those voices are dismissed or overlooked. What happens when generations stop listening to each other? Today’s Real Talk reflects on the value of wisdom,…
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ASipOfFlava|Back In My Tower Window
One day in clinic reminded me real quick… not every space is meant for me in every season. Today I’m back in my tower, sipping Cowboy coffee, watching crows, seagulls, and sparrows share space without drama. Different birds. Same sky. Maybe peace isn’t about fitting in. Maybe it’s about knowing your lane. ☕🌻
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ASipOfFlava|Today I Went Into Clinic
Today I went back into clinic for the first time in 2.5 months. It felt good to put on work clothes — and my signature leopard — but it also showed me exactly where I need to rebuild. Some days aren’t about proving strength. They’re about listening to your body. Sip sip ☕ New post…
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RealTalk|Rosa Parks & Little Caesars
Most people know her name. Few know how she lived in her later years. And even fewer know who quietly stepped in when she needed safety. This Sunday, we’re talking about character. The kind that doesn’t need a spotlight. The kind that shows up when nobody’s watching. Because integrity isn’t loud. It’s lived.
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H&W |How to Eat Healthy on a Fixed Income
Eating healthy shouldn’t feel like a luxury. When you’re on a fixed income, every dollar matters — and so does your health. You don’t need expensive superfoods or fancy grocery carts to nourish your body. You need strategy, simplicity, and consistency. From beans and brown rice to frozen vegetables and smart planning — small choices…
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H&W|Check Your Blood Pressure
Do you actually know your blood pressure numbers… or are you guessing? You don’t have to wait for a doctor’s appointment. You don’t have to feel sick. You don’t even have to own a machine. Sometimes the best health resource is right down the street — your local fire station. In this week’s Health &…
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ASipOfFlava|Three Crows and a Windy Thursday
Three crows outside my tower window reminded me of something this windy Thursday morning… You don’t have to fly away every time life gusts. Sometimes you just lean, grip, and stay.
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ASipOf Flava|What Does Anger Look Like
Not everyone needs to raise their voice to make a point. Some of us would rather sip our Cowboy coffee, speak clearly, and let the silence do the rest. Anger might feel powerful in the moment… but calm? Calm is controlled. Calm is intentional. Calm is grown. Pull up a chair. There’s a leopard print…

