Category: Flava’s Daily Chronicles
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A Taste of Flava|The World Keeps Moving
Some mornings we wake up hurting. The hips ache. The hands ache. The sleep wasn’t great. But outside the window, life keeps moving. The birds still sing. The squirrels still run. The wind still blows. And the sun still finds its way through the clouds. This morning from my tower, the wildlife reminded me that…
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ATasteOfFlava|Thinking Back on My Parents and Japanese Grandma
As I grow older and learn to navigate arthritis, chronic pain, and changes in mobility, I find myself thinking more and more about my Mommy, Daddy, and Grandma Matsu. As a child, I simply saw them living their lives. Now I see the wisdom behind the cane, the extra sitting, the slower pace, and the…
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H&W|Fasting
Fasting seems to be everywhere these days. Intermittent fasting. Water fasting. Spiritual fasting. Some people swear by it. Others avoid it completely. As someone who can go most of the day drinking water and not feel hungry until evening, I became curious. If eating less is supposed to be the answer, why isn’t it always…
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ATasteOfFlava|Today Is a Win For My Body
What happens when you stop long enough to notice the small victories? This morning reminded me that progress doesn’t always arrive in big, dramatic ways. Sometimes it looks like sleeping well, managing pain a little better, or simply getting through the day one step at a time. Living with arthritis, radiculopathy, and the realities of…
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H&W|The Importance of Protein
As pain increased and movement decreased, I learned a valuable lesson: healing isn’t just about rest. It’s also about giving your body the fuel it needs to stay strong. This week I’m sharing what I’ve learned about protein, muscle loss, recovery, and why eating enough matters more than many of us realize. 💪 Strength starts…
