Category: Honoring Each Other
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RealTalk|Are Ethics, Morals, and Values Being Left to Interpretation?
Have ethics, morals, and values become flexible concepts left open to interpretation? This reflection explores what feels lost, what still anchors us, and why shared principles matter more than ever in how we communicate, connect, and build trust.
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RealTalk|Gun Violence
Gun violence and suicide by firearm continue to take a devastating toll on communities across the United States. From neighborhoods and schools to homes and families, the impact reaches far beyond the headlines. This is a public health crisis that deserves honest conversation, care, and courage.
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ASipOfFlava|Learning From the Young Ones**
I may be old school, but the young ones at work keep me laughing, learning, and feeling cared for. From indie music and mystery slang to Starbucks runs and quiet acts of kindness — this generation brings more heart than they get credit for. ☕✨
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ASipOfFlava|The Art of the Gentle Nudge
Not all guidance comes with instructions. Some of it shows up as a quiet nudge that lets others think it was their idea. ☕🌻
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ASipOfFlava|Teamwork
Sometimes it’s not the big meetings or announcements — it’s the quiet moments when people listen, step up, and work together that make the day better.
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RealTalk|Indigenous culture and heritage
Growing up in Seattle, I’ve always felt a quiet presence beneath the surface—stories tied to the land that aren’t always fully told. This Real Talk is an invitation to pause, acknowledge the founders of this place, and consider what history may still be missing from our understanding of the Pacific Northwest.
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ASipOfFlava|**“Two Moments That Made Me Laugh… and Think”**
Life handed me two little moments this week — one from NPR and one from a 25-year-old’s “back-pain breakthrough” — and both reminded me how much truth hides inside everyday laughter.
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Blog Challenge|“My Peace” — The Person Who Feels Like Home
Sometimes your favorite person isn’t the loudest one in your life — it’s the one who brings you calm without even trying. This is my story about “My Peace,” the person who feels like home.
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RealTalk|Dating in 2025… Lord, Help Us All
Dating in 2025 is not for the faint of heart. Between the apps, the trends, the emotional intelligence tests, and the “slow dating” movement… Lord, help us all. If you’ve ever wondered how people are managing this modern circus, let’s talk about it — with humor, honesty, and a whole lot of side-eye.

