Tag: Community

• 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.

  Lady Flava News

  December 15, 2025

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  awareness, Community, History, Lady Flava, Lady Flava News, Lady Flava’s Thoughts, Life Lessons, Pacific Northwest, Personal Growth, Seasoned SoulZ, Seattle, Sharing My Thoughts, Simply Flava Reflections, Thinking Outloud

• 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.

  Lady Flava News

  December 11, 2025

  A Day in The Life of Lady Flava, A New Way of Thinking, A Purposeful Way of Living, A Touch of Sunshine, Advocate For Health & Wellness, Advocate For Self Care, Attitude Is Everything, Be Honest with Yourself, Be Mindful, Be Open Minded, Bladder and Bowel Concerns, Body Pain, Boundaries, Build Win Wins, Caregiver, Caring For Each Other, Caring For Yourself, Communication, Constipation, Continue To Learn, Create A New Way of Thinking, Don’t Count The Old Lady Out, Drink Water, Find What Works For You, Find Your Happy Place, Finding The Pot of Gold, Flava Blogs, Flava is A Taste, A Style, A Feeling…What’s Your Flava, Flava’s thoughts…, Flava’s Be Aware Blog, Flava’s Informational Blog, Flava’s Silly Blog, Health and Wellness, Health Awareness Information, Healthy Connections, Healthy Environment, Healthy Interactions, Honoring Each Other, I Am A Storyteller, I’m Learning, Informational Blog, It’s A Whole Vibe Thing, Know The Difference, Know The Signs, Know Your Body, Know Yourself, Lady Flava, Lady Flava Blogger, Lady Flava News, Lady Flava Storyteller, Lady Flava Wellness, Lady Flava’s Blog, Life, Life Lessons, Make Way For Fresh Seasoning, Medical Awareness, Mind-Body-Spirit, Mindfulness, Safe Connections, Safety Concerns, Self Awareness, Self Care, Self Love, Sharing My Day, Silly Blog, Simply Flava, Simply Flava by Lady Flava, Simply Flava Storytelling

  #LadyFlava #SeasonedSoulZ #LightStory #DailyReflections #LifeLessons #FunnyButTrue #NPRMoments #ClinicStories #WisdomInLaughter #SimplyFlava #RealLifeReflections #MorningReads, Community, Flava News, Healing Journey, Health, Health and Wellness, Lady Flava Chronicles, Lady Flava News, Lady Flava Reflections, Lady Flava Wellness, Lady Flava’s Thoughts, Life Lessons, Mind Body Connection, Mindful Living, Mindfulness, Personal Growth, Seasoned SoulZ, Self Awareness, Self Care, Sharing My Thoughts, Simply Flava Reflections

• ASipOfFlava|🌻 The Truth About How I Write

  Writing is part of my daily recipe — some days sweet, some days seasoned, some days a little spicy. I don’t pretend to know it all, but I’ve lived enough life to share what I’ve learned and stay open to what I don’t. Every blog is a dish I create from the ingredients life hands…

  Lady Flava News

  December 10, 2025

  A Day in The Life of Lady Flava, A Great Experience, A Great Lesson, A Purposeful Way of Living, A Touch of Sunshine, Advocate for Clarity, Advocate For Healing, Advocate For Health & Wellness, Advocate for Seasoned SoulZ, Advocate For Self Care, Advocate for Young People, Asking Questions, Be Honest with Yourself, Be Intentional, Communication, Community Building, Continue To Learn, Control Your Emotions, Flava Blogs, Flava is A Taste, A Style, A Feeling…What’s Your Flava, Flava’s thoughts…, Great Information, Healing Journey, Health and Wellness, Healthy Connections, Healthy Environment, Healthy Habits, Healthy Interactions, Honest Conversation, Honor Yourself, I Am A Storyteller, Lady Flava, Lady Flava Blogger, Lady Flava News, Lady Flava Researcher, Lady Flava Speaks Her Truth, Lady Flava Storyteller, Lady Flava Wellness, Lady Flava’s Blog, Life, Life Challenges, Life Changes, Loving Yourself, Make A Difference, Mind Body Connection, Mind-Body-Spirit, Mindfulness, perspective, Positive Attitude, Processing Life, Researching, Resourcefulness, Self Awareness, Self Care, Self Love, Set Your Intentions, Showing Up For Yourself, Simply Flava, Simply Flava by Lady Flava, Simply Flava Storytelling

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• Life|🌻 The Making of Work Ethic

  Every skill I carry today was earned the long way — through people, places, and jobs that shaped how I move, how I serve, and how I lead. In a world where work culture keeps shifting, I’m grateful for the foundation that still holds me steady.

  Lady Flava News

  December 5, 2025

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  #SimplyFlava #WorkEthic #LifeLessons #ProfessionalGrowth #GenerationalWisdom #RealTalk #CareerJourney #WomenWhoWork #LegacyInMotion #SoftSkillsMatter #WorkplaceReflections #SeattleStories, Be Prepared, Community, Lady Flava, Lady Flava News, Life, Life Lessons, Mindful Living, Mindfulness, Personal Growth, Seasoned SoulZ, Self Awareness, Sharing My Thoughts

• 🌸 Japanese Women Who Spoke Up: Aiko Herzig-Yoshinaga

  Aiko Herzig-Yoshinaga wasn’t loud, but she was powerful. With quiet determination, she uncovered the truth behind Japanese American incarceration and helped change U.S. history. Her strength echoes through generations — including mine.

  Lady Flava News

  November 30, 2025

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• Life|150 Days of Blogging

  150 days in, I finally understand why blogging feels like home. This journey isn’t about numbers — it’s about voice, purpose, and showing up for myself every single day.

  Lady Flava News

  November 23, 2025

  A Day in The Life of Lady Flava, A New Way of Thinking, A Purposeful Way of Living, A Touch of Sunshine, Advocate for Creativity, Advocate For Finding Peace, Advocate For Health & Wellness, Advocate for Seasoned SoulZ, Advocate For Self Care, Advocate For The Aging, Advocate For Work Ethics, Arts & Entertainment, Be Honest With Yourself Series, Commitment To Myself, Create A New Way of Thinking, Flava Blogs, Flava is A Taste, A Style, A Feeling…What’s Your Flava, Flava’s thoughts…, Generational Differences, Good Attitude, Health and Wellness, Honor Yourself, I Know What I know, Lady Flava, Lady Flava Blogger, Lady Flava News, Lady Flava Reflection, Lady Flava Researcher, Lady Flava Storyteller, Lady Flava Wellness, Lady Flava’s Blog, Learning Something New, Lessons Learned, Let Them / Let Me, Life, Life’s Challenges, Make A Difference, Make sure you understand, Mindset, Own Your Feelings, Processing Life, Reflections & Growth, Seasoned Lifestyle Coach, Simply Flava, Simply Flava by Lady Flava, Simply Flava Storytelling

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• Life|Watching Our Young Black Minds Rise Through UNCF’s Portfolio Project

  Witnessing these young Black brilliant minds stand tall and tell their stories hit me in a way I’ll never forget. This isn’t just a program — it’s a pipeline of pride, preparation, discipline, and opportunity. UNCF’s Portfolio Project is shaping futures right in front of our eyes… and I’m honored I got to be in…

  Lady Flava News

  November 22, 2025

  A Great Experience, A Touch of Sunshine, Advocate For Children, Advocate for Young People, Attitude Is Everything, Black Excellence, Black History, Community Building, Flava is A Taste, A Style, A Feeling…What’s Your Flava, Flava’s thoughts…, Flava’s Daily Chronicles, Lady Flava, Lady Flava Blogger, Lady Flava News, Lady Flava Reflection, Lady Flava Storyteller, Lady Flava’s Blog, Life, Raising Children, Simply Flava, Simply Flava by Lady Flava, Simply Flava Storytelling

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• Life|A Bad Approach vs. a Good Approach to Announcing Major Changes

  A real conversation about leadership, communication, and the right way — and the wrong way — to announce major changes. Let’s talk about what healthy workplace communication should look like.

  Lady Flava News

  November 21, 2025

  A Touch of Sunshine, Ask Questions, Attitude Is Everything, Communication, Flava Blogs, Flava is A Taste, A Style, A Feeling…What’s Your Flava, Flava’s thoughts…, Generational Differences, It’s Okay To Ask Questions, It’s Time To Explore, Lady Flava, Lady Flava Blogger, Lady Flava News, Lady Flava Reflection, Lady Flava Researcher, Lady Flava Speaks Her Truth, Lady Flava Storyteller, Lady Flava’s Blog, Life, My Job, People Skills, Plotting & Planning, Simply Flava, Simply Flava by Lady Flava, Simply Flava Storytelling, Staying In My Lane, Staying True To Myself, Storyteller, Storytelling Flava Style, Work Culture

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• Life|✨ I Grew Up in a Great Era — And It Shows

  Growing up in a time before technology took over taught me something priceless: real life builds real skills. Family, community, rhythm, responsibility — those early lessons still carry me today, and they’re the quiet strength behind everything I do.

  Lady Flava News

  November 16, 2025

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• A&|🎷 The Chitlin’ Circuit: When Music Was Pure Soul

  Before the flashing lights, million-dollar productions, and auto-tuned perfection—there was soul. The Chitlin’ Circuit was where it all began… smoky rooms, raw voices, and music that came straight from the heart. This was the sound of survival, pride, and joy — pure Black excellence in motion. 🎙️🌻

  Lady Flava News

  November 9, 2025

  A Touch of Sunshine, Advocate For Artists, Advocate for Creativity, Artist Advocate, artists, Arts & Entertainment, Flava Blogs, Flava is A Taste, A Style, A Feeling…What’s Your Flava, Flava’s thoughts…, I Am A Storyteller, Lady Flava, Lady Flava Blogger, Lady Flava News, Lady Flava Researcher, Lady Flava Storyteller, Lady Flava’s Blog, Music, Music History, Music Legends, Simply Flava, Simply Flava by Lady Flava, Simply Flava Storytelling

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