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Life|65|Words That Make Me Think
Words That Make Me Think I love to hear or read things that make me stop and think. It doesn’t matter if I fully agree or if I feel challenged by the idea—what matters is that it stretches me. Reflection is where growth begins. It’s in those pauses that I check in with myself, get…
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Life|Loving Everyone? A Reflection on Jon Batiste’s Words
Loving Everyone? A Reflection on Jon Batiste’s Words Recently, I heard Jon Batiste say something that made me stop in my tracks: “I love you even if I don’t know you, because that is the way we should be together in the world.” Those words have been echoing in my mind ever since. A Powerful…
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Blog Challenge|My Biography 🤔
If there was a biography about you, what would the title be? If There Was a Biography About Me… If there was ever a biography written about my life, I imagine the title would have to capture both the storms I’ve weathered and the sunshine I’ve carried with me. Some days, it might be called:…
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Life|65|A Fresh Start 🌅
Friday Morning Reflections: A Fresh Start 🌅 It’s Friday morning, and there’s a noticeable shift in the vibe surrounding me. I am grateful for the ease, and for the ability to finally feel a sense of normal at work again. These past few months reminded me of the power one person can have on a…
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H&W |Water…You Need To Drink It Regularly
Nourishing with Water: The Simple Gift We Often Forget In the middle of life’s chaos, it’s easy to overlook the most basic gift we can give ourselves—water. Something so simple, yet so vital, often becomes an afterthought until our body reminds us with headaches, fatigue, or a sense of heaviness. I’ve noticed on days when…
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Life|65|The Power of a Name
The Power of a Name: How Connection Starts with Being Seen One of the most beautiful lessons I’ve learned through my work is the importance of names. A name is not just a label—it’s a bridge to connection, dignity, and trust. I wear a name badge that says Susan, and lately I’ve noticed more patients…
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Blog Challenge|What Motivates Me
What motivates you? What Motivates Me When I think about what motivates me, it comes down to a few simple but powerful truths. Love & Connection I am most motivated by the people I love and the relationships I cherish. Whether it’s my family, my grandkids, my coworkers, or even the patients I meet at…
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Life|65|Biscuits & Gravy
Biscuits & Gravy: A Taste of My Parents’ Love Have you ever had one of those moments where you just want to experience something that lets you close your eyes and drift away, even if just for a little while? It’s not that the day has started out bad, but the anticipation of what might…
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Life|🕸️ The Web of Deception
🕸️ The Web of Deception Have you ever had one of those moments where you just wish it never happened—or that it would just hurry up and be over? That’s often how it feels when you’ve encountered a narcissist up close. They are master designers of deception, weaving a sticky web of lies and confusion.…
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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.
