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Blog Challenge |60+|My Home
What do you love about where you live? What I Love About Where I Live While I’ve shared the challenges of crime in my community, today I want to highlight the things I truly appreciate about my home in West Seattle. My oldest daughter and grandbaby live in a charming three-story townhouse, where I occupy…
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Blog Challenge |60+| 2017-Present |My Growth
What experiences in life helped you grow the most? A Journey of Growth: From Vegas to Home Life has a way of pushing us into growth, sometimes gently, sometimes with force. When my daddy passed on February 8, 2016, I thought I was prepared. But grief doesn’t follow a script. Shortly after his passing, we…
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Blog Challenge |H&W|60*| Strengthening & Walking
What is the biggest challenge you will face in the next six months? Healing Through Challenges: A Journey of Strength and Gratitude Healing isn’t a linear process, and anyone who has experienced chronic pain or injury knows that it can be an incredibly difficult journey—physically, emotionally, and mentally. For the past few months, I’ve been…
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Black Music History |A&E| The Passing of The Legendary Roberta Flack
Remembering Roberta Flack: A Soul That Lives ForeverFebruary 24, 2025 Today, as I was driving home from work, I tuned into NPR News and heard the somber announcement that the world had lost one of its most treasured voices: Roberta Flack. Her passing left me with a quiet, reflective sadness as I remembered the soul-deep…
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Black Music History |A&E| LSG
LSG: A Legacy of R&B Excellence In the world of R&B, there are collaborations that become unforgettable — and then there’s LSG. Formed in the late 90s, LSG was a supergroup that brought together three of the genre’s most iconic voices: Gerald Levert, Keith Sweat, and Johnny Gill. Their name, a simple yet powerful acronym,…
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A&E| DJ Nasty Nes Rodriguez (R.I.P.)
Today on social media, I learned of the passing of a Pacific Northwest and West Coast music industry legend, Nasty Nes Rodriguez. As far as I can remember, I never met him in person, although I know people who have. At times, I feel like I actually have met him or that we’ve been in…
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60+ | Kindness
One definition of Kindness: Kindness is a type of behavior marked by acts of generosity, consideration, rendering assistance, or concern for others, without expecting praise or reward in return. The Power of Kindness: A Simple Act That Makes a Big Difference Kindness is more than just a virtue—it’s a way of life. Defined as a behavior…
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H&W|60+| The Challenges of Driving as I Age
Night blindness: Also called nyctalopia, this condition makes it hard to see in low light or at night. Symptoms include difficulty seeing distant objects, halos around lights, and blurry vision. Title: The Challenges of Driving as I Age: A Personal Journey As I grow older, I find myself becoming less enthusiastic about driving. The independence I once…
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H&W|60+| Self Love |Healing
Relationship #Status #Committed to #InnerPeace #Expansion #Gratitude & #SelfLove #BeGoodToYourself #LoveYourself #UMatter #GiveYourselfGrace Embracing My Healing Journey: Mind, Body & Spirit As I embark on my journey of healing—mind, body, and spirit—I recognize that every aspect of my life must be addressed. Over the past two years, I have taken steps toward self-improvement, and while…
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Blog Challenge |60+|If I Became A Lottery Winner
What would you do if you won the lottery? If I Were to Be a Lottery Winner… I’m sure many people have thought about winning the lottery—whether it’s just a passing daydream or a deep hope that leads to buying tickets regularly. While I’ve never actually purchased a lottery ticket or played one of those…
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Welcome to Simply Flava. A soulful blend of reflection, resilience, and real talk from a 65-year-old woman walking boldly through life. Formerly rooted in the indie arts scene, this blog has evolved into a space where wellness, aging, and purpose take center stage. Through storytelling, resources, and heartfelt moments, Lady Flava shares her truth—one post at a time.
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