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Women’s History Month recognizes Brig. Gen USAF Retired Sandra Gregory for her service then and now.

Posted on March 28, 2026 by Tyra Garlington • 0 Comments

Are you prepared to push beyond your limits? Do you challenge yourself to rise above expectations and reach for the extraordinary? These questions reveal not just how you engage with the world, but how you honor your own potential. Are you willing to go the extra mile for yourself, or do you accept the bare minimum, convincing yourself it will suffice? Some people resign themselves to struggle and sacrifice, convincing themselves it is all they deserve, even as dissatisfaction lingers. Others give endlessly, draining their energy until it hurts. Yet they have not unlocked the true magic of going……
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Women’s History Month Celebrates Michelle Obama

Posted on March 21, 2026 by Tyra Garlington • 0 Comments

March arrives with a flourish, ushering in National Women’s History Month—a lively tribute that shines a spotlight on the remarkable and lasting impact women have stitched into the story of our nation. Frankly Speaking with Tyra G is celebrating this month with a new perspective. We dive into the journeys of phenomenal women, exploring how we weather both storms and sunshine, and the unwavering courage that propels us onward. We are journeys in motion, stories unfolding with every step. Even in our stillness, we love, serve, nurture, encourage, and empower—living proof that love is a verb. Yet at times, we……
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Where Leadership, Service, and Sustainability Meet Featuring Ms. Ravi Cooper, Rotary District Governor 2025-2026 President and CEO of the United Way of Greater Charlottesville

Posted on March 14, 2026 by Tyra Garlington • 0 Comments

Take a moment to let this settle in your heart. Some women reach great heights yet quietly wonder, “Is this all there is?” Others dwell in the shadows of shame, unable to untangle their worth from their wounds, not realizing that shame steals joy. There are also women who pour themselves into endless responsibilities, forgetting to show themselves the kindness they offer others. Their voices whisper, “I’m tired,” and sometimes cry out, “I’m tired of being tired!” The Frankly Speaking table becomes a sanctuary, a place where women leap bravely into vulnerability and discover restoration, renewal, resilience, and joy waiting……
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Women’s History Month Celebrates Service Women of the Vietnam War

Posted on March 10, 2026 by Tyra Garlington • 0 Comments

Women’s History Month is celebrating veterans and active-duty military who keep us and have kept us out of constant harm’s way, often at great costs. Women’s History Month is a powerful opportunity to honor the remarkable contributions of both veterans and active-duty military personnel. These courageous individuals have dedicated their lives to safeguarding our freedoms, often at great personal sacrifice. As we reflect on this, we also recognize that this year marks the 102nd anniversary of the end of World War I, a poignant reminder that war has shaped our collective history in profound ways. My mission is to share……
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Rotary Opens Opportunities Through Service: Providing Clean Water to the Undeserved through District 7610 Strategic Water Alliance Featuring Bob Jansen

Posted on February 17, 2026 by Tyra Garlington • 0 Comments

Before you take your next sip of water, pause and wonder: How sure are you that what fills your glass is truly safe? “844 million people around the world don’t have access to clean water: that’s more than 1 of every 10 people around the world.” Clean water, proper sanitation, and hygiene education are the foundation of a thriving community. With these essentials, waterborne illnesses fade, children flourish in school, and mothers reclaim precious hours to nurture their families. Join an inspiring conversation as Rotarian Bob Jansen reveals the latest progress from the Rotary District 7610 Zambia Strategic Water Alliance.……
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Rotarians Meesh Peters and Sam Marigu create family beyond borders from Virginia to villiges in Africa.

Posted on January 27, 2026 by Tyra Garlington • 0 Comments

We find ourselves in a season of uncertainty, with unrest stirring beneath the surface. Each of us has felt the delicate threads of our lives and communities pulled taut. These are days that test us. Yet, these are also days to embrace boundless empathy, to recognize that you are stronger than you realize, and to lift up voices that carry hope. Now is the moment to rethink what truly matters, to remember that the One who began the story is still writing miracles, and to let encouragement and service guide our steps. Yet sometimes, to keep going and to serve……
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REWIND: Sweep in a new season with the courage to be vulnerable with Dr. Brene Brown and Krista Tippett from NPR

Posted on January 20, 2026 by Tyra Garlington • 0 Comments

Spring is the season during which the natural world revives and reinvigorates after the colder winter months. During spring, dormant plants begin to grow again, new seedlings sprout out of the ground and hibernating animals awake. What are you doing to revive and reinvigorate your dreams, your soul, your mind? What script are you creating? Does it contain thoughts like “I am not enough!” or “I am more than enough!”? Are you stuck between your no longer and you not yet? Or are you willing to take new risks and experience the vulnerability that comes with it? Do you understand that……
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Chocolate After Midnight: Own Your Magic featuring Deb Beroset

Posted on January 13, 2026 by Tyra Garlington • 0 Comments

Chocolate captures the essence of life: vibrant, energizing, and a delight for the senses. Yet, it also mirrors our struggles, from tangled emotions to the endless craving for more. Midnight marks the magical threshold between days. Tonight, Frankly Speaking with Tyra G welcomes you to savor Chocolate after Midnight. Whenever we gather for Chocolate after Midnight, we leave judgment behind and step into acceptance. Fear fades, and ‘impossible’ becomes just a measure of challenge. In this space, dreams are familiar friends, not distant strangers. Perfection is not required, but presence is. Here, we open ourselves to wonder, ready to be……
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NEW YEAR MOMENTS OF MINDFULNESS featuring Tyra G

Posted on January 3, 2026 by Tyra Garlington • 0 Comments

What’s so special about celebrating the New Year? Step into proof that dreams are within reach. Join our worldwide circle of extraordinary women and their champions—yes, you! Bold, generous, humble, and honest, all seeking new horizons and deeper meaning. Each week, we gather at this table for an hour of shared discovery, encouragement, and empowerment. We will dust off long-hidden stories and celebrate those sparks of insight together. No matter where you begin, your voice matters here—every story brings light, and every seat is significant. Every month, a new theme—sparked by your stories—guides our journey. Each week, we explore it……
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REWIND: A Welcome to Frankly Speaking with Tyra G

Posted on December 27, 2025 by Tyra Garlington • 0 Comments

Step into proof that dreams are within reach. Join our worldwide circle of extraordinary women and their champions—yes, you! Bold, generous, humble, and honest, all seeking new horizons and deeper meaning. Each week, we gather at this table for an hour of shared discovery, encouragement, and empowerment. We will dust off long-hidden stories and celebrate those sparks of insight together. No matter where you begin, your voice matters here—every story brings light, and every seat is significant. Every month, a new theme—sparked by your stories—guides our journey. Each week, we explore it from fresh perspectives: social, cultural, and generational. Together,……
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