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Life|65|Seasoned vs. Growing Season
Seasoned vs. Growing Season 🌱✨🌻 I’ve been reflecting on the beauty of watching younger people step into their roles. They lean on each other, they grow together, and they find comfort in walking side by side as they learn. It’s their growing season. And then there’s me. I’m seasoned. I carry years of lived experiences,…
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Beanism|Vol.21|Girl, I Got My Eye 👁️ on You
🐾 Bean’s Corner “I Got My Eye 👁️ on You Flava Well, well, well… Lady Flava says she’s an “old dog learning a new trick.” And guess who’s in charge of making sure she doesn’t forget? That’s right—me. 👁️ All week long, I’m watching her practice this thing humans call “staying in her lane.” Which,…
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Beanism|Vol.20|Bean’s Corner…Spying From The Tower 🐾
🐾 Bean’s Corner First, Lady Flava’s morning started at Starbucks. She strolled in, ready for her coffee joy, only to find her order delayed. 🙀 There she was, standing tall—without her pink cane—like a queen waiting for her crown. She kept her sunflower spirit shining, but ooooh you could feel the seasoned soul grumble. Coffee…
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Life|65|Embracing a Slow Weekend
Embracing a Slow Weekend This weekend, I didn’t get much done—and honestly, I’m okay with that. Sometimes my body and spirit remind me that rest is just as important as productivity. I’ve been worn out, carrying the weight of busy days and long weeks. So instead of pushing myself, I chose to pause. To breathe.…
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Life|65|Living Between Realities
Living Between Realities As I age—and truly, I embrace aging—I’ve noticed myself retreating into my own tower of thought. Sometimes it’s a story I want to tell, other times it’s just a reflection tugging at me. My escape is blogging. I once was an avid reader and even a sought-after book reviewer. These days, holding…
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Life|🌟 Why Neurodivergence Shouldn’t Be Hush-Hush in the Workplace
🌟 Why Neurodivergence Shouldn’t Be Hush-Hush in the Workplace In today’s workplace, many companies are making strides toward inclusivity. It’s becoming normal to ask someone their pronouns, to create safe spaces for identity, and to recognize the value of diversity. But when it comes to neurodivergence — ADHD, autism, dyslexia, and other differences in how…
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Life|🌟 More Than Just a Job
🌟 More Than Just a Job In life, we all come to work with different perspectives. For some, it’s simply a paycheck — a way to cover bills and move on with the rest of their day. For others, it’s a temporary stop along the way to something bigger, or a stepping stone toward a…
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Life|65|Just Being
The Beauty of Just Being This morning, I woke up without an alarm and without an agenda. I poured my coffee, sat for a moment, and realized—I don’t have to plan this day. I don’t want to plan this day. So much of life is tied to structure. Our jobs, our schedules, our families, our…
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Thank You, Readers Around the World 🌍✨
Thank You, Readers Around the World 🌍✨ As I look at the places my readers come from, I am filled with gratitude. India, the United States, Uganda, Czechia, Ireland, Kenya… it amazes me to think that my words have traveled farther than I ever have. Over the years, my writing has shifted, because life shifts.…
Lady Flava News
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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