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Today Was a Good Day 😊
Today Was a Good Day 😊 There wasn’t a big celebration. No fireworks or front-page headlines. Just quiet moments… that made me smile. I sat in my front window, blogging while listening to the sounds of the neighborhood coming alive— neighbors beginning to come out, voices carrying on the breeze like a gentle soundtrack to…
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A&E|Charlie Sampson: The Watts Cowboy Who Made Rodeo History
🐂 A&E | Charlie Sampson: The Watts Cowboy Who Made Rodeo History By LadyFlava of LadyFlavaNews Rodeo isn’t typically the first thing that comes to mind when people think of Watts, California. But for Charlie Sampson, the city he called home shaped his resilience, determination, and fighting spirit—qualities that would lead him to make history…
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The Power of a Storyteller’s Voice
Let Me Tell You Something: The Power of a Storyteller’s Voice I’ve always loved storytellers. Not just speakers. Not just teachers. But true storytellers — the ones who invite you to sit still for a moment and *feel* something. The ones who speak not to impress, but to connect. The ones whose voice you could…
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H&W| When Emotional Pain Shows Up in the Body
The Weight We Carry: When Emotional Pain Shows Up in the Body Introduction I’ve come to believe that not all pain begins in the body. Some of it starts in the mind. Some of it gets rooted in our emotions. And sometimes, it shows up in our joints, our backs, or our knees long after…
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60+|When He Loves Me Still, Even Though I Can’t Remember His Name
When He Loves Me Still, Even Though I Can’t Remember His Name By Simply Flava – Sharing Her Thoughts My Peace and I have been in each other’s lives since we were fifteen. I say he loved me first — he might tell you different, but don’t listen to him. 😉 Now we’re both 65,…
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60+|It’s Festival Time in Seattle
Am I Walking or Am I Rolling Into Joy: A Festival Story By Simply Flava – Sharing Her Thoughts It’s summertime in Seattle — and if you know, you know. This is the season when the clouds finally step aside and the community comes out to play. The music, the food, the art, the laughter……
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60+|Catching God’s Art Through the Window
Catching God’s Art Through the Window By Simply Flava – Sharing Her Thoughts This morning, I woke up smiling. Not because everything is perfect — but because something in my spirit feels still. Grounded. Grateful. I slept in my bed with the window wide open, letting the soft breeze kiss my skin, listening to the…
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60+|Why I’m Writing So Much Right Now
Why I’m Writing So Much Right Now By Simply Flava — Sharing Her Thoughts Lately, the words have been flowing. Almost every day, I find myself journaling, blogging, or scribbling down thoughts I didn’t even know were sitting inside me. It’s as if something deep within cracked open — and instead of breaking down, I…
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60+|When Did Rest Start Feeling Like a Luxury?
When Did Rest Start Feeling Like a Luxury? By Simply Flava — Sharing Her Thoughts Lately, I’ve been reflecting on how we treat rest — not as a right, but as a reward. Something we only “deserve” after pushing ourselves past the edge. As if exhaustion is a badge of honor, and stillness means we’re…
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Busy or Distracted? A Real Talk Reflection
Lately, I’ve been sitting with the difference between being busy and being emotionally unavailable — and what that looks like in today’s world. This reflection isn’t about blaming anyone, but more about giving grace to ourselves and others as we navigate life’s noise, expectations, and personal seasons of healing. Busy or Distracted? A Real Talk…
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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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