Connie's Family Practice

03/19/2026

Clinic Happenings

I will be out of the office March 20

A nurse will be available to answer questions

03/07/2026

Next week I will be out of the office for a couple of days.

03/06/2026

I recently had a patient who was diagnosed with anxiety talk to me about how her anxiety impacted her interaction with a police officer during a traffic stop. These cards can make a difference.

UPDATE: this is NOT mandatory. “Drivers may request…”

Beginning January 2, Arkansas drivers will have access to two new programs designed to make traffic stops safer, calmer, and more effective for individuals with mental illness or autism. The Green Envelope Program and the Blue Envelope Program, both passed during the 2025 Regular Session of the Arkansas General Assembly, focus on improving communication between drivers and law enforcement during motor vehicle interactions.

The Green Envelope Program, established under Act 531, is available to individuals diagnosed with a mental illness. It provides a specially designed green envelope to hold essential documents such as a driver’s license, registration, and proof of insurance. In addition to organizing paperwork, the envelope serves as a clear visual signal to law enforcement that the driver may experience heightened anxiety or communication challenges. The envelope also includes guidance for officers on best practices for interaction, as well as simple instructions for drivers on how to present their documents and what to expect during a stop.

The Blue Envelope Program, created under Act 16, is designed for individuals with autism spectrum disorder. The blue envelope similarly holds essential documents and helps ease communication by alerting officers that the driver may process information differently, need extra time, or benefit from clear, direct instructions. Like the green envelope, it contains notes for law enforcement on effective ways to interact, along with step-by-step guidance for drivers to help reduce confusion and stress.

Both programs are intentionally easy to access. Drivers may request a green or blue envelope at any of the more than 130 Revenue Offices across the state or order one online. There is no documentation required to obtain the envelope.

By combining clear visual cues with practical guidance for both drivers and officers, the Green and Blue Envelope Programs promote understanding, reduce anxiety, and enhance safety. As these programs become available statewide for the first time this January, they represent a meaningful step toward more compassionate and effective interactions on Arkansas roadways.

02/07/2026

All settled back into their nice coop/yard. I don’t know who’s the happiest the chickens, the dogs, are my husband..

01/26/2026

Family Medicine will be open tomorrow

I will be in the office tomorrow till 3pm

01/21/2026

Please don’t wait till Friday!

01/15/2026

Morning Affirmation~ I trust my instincts, I listen to my inner voice and make choices that resonate with my true self.

Think about your true self - do you trust your instincts?

01/14/2026

The advice at the end of the article is perfect!

If you've been wondering why your body feels like it's predicting the weather better than our app this week, you're not alone! Right now we're in the thick of the RED in the Aches & Pains Forecast. We've been dealing with fluctuating pressure (sinus headaches and dizziness) combined with multiple cold blasts dropping us into the upper 20s to lower 30s at night. That combo is brutal for arthritis, fibromyalgia, autoimmune flares and deep muscle/joint aches - especially those early mornings when it's hardest to get moving. Yeah, I feel that sometimes, too. 😬

The good news? Pressure starts stabilizing and rising late this week and into early next week, which usually brings noticeable relief for some weather-sensitive people. The worst of the flares should peak Wednesday–Friday mornings, then ease as we head toward Sunday. More Arctic air Monday and Tuesday mornings could bring back some flares, so enjoy the breaks when your body feels better.

If you're hurting today:
😩Extra heating pads & gentle movement.
😌Stay hydrated (cold, dry air dehydrates fast).
🥱Give yourself permission to take it slow.

You're not imagining it - your body IS reacting to the atmosphere. Hang in there!

01/08/2026

Nearly one in five Arkansas households lacked consistent access to adequate food between 2022 and 2024, keeping the state at the top of national food insecurity rankings, according to a federal report released this week. The Household

12/20/2025

11/21/2025

We will be closed Thursday and Friday. During this holiday season please take a moment and pause - the world may not be perfect but we all have something to be thankful for!

Happy Thanksgiving!

11/17/2025

Ignite Boxes signup is tomorrow