Wellness Meet Edna

11/30/2025

My grandparents’ home is officially up for sale — and it’s a big deal for our family. ❤️ It’s being sold by the original owners… my grandparents(RIP). Five generations grew up within those walls. At one point, most of our Lopez family lived there (including me!).

For almost 75 years, that home held our Christmases, our Thanksgivings, our birthdays, our loud moments, our quiet moments, and everything in between. It’s where traditions were created and passed down. It’s where we learned to make menudo, tamales, tortillas, and so much more. It’s also where discipline, hard work, and structure were taught — the foundation of who we are today.

As my grandparents aged, the big gatherings naturally slowed down. We all grew into our own families, our own traditions… but the heart of that home never changed.

There are so many perks about the location too — close to the freeway, In-N-Out, Laurel Cyn (where we used to go cruising!), and right by the SF Mission. It’s a special spot with even more special memories.

Our biggest wish? That a young family buys this home and fills it with the same love, noise, laughter, celebrations, and traditions that blessed our family for 75 years. Whoever becomes the next owners will be stepping into a house with good energy, good vibes, and a whole lot of history.

Universe, we’re putting this out there! ✨
If you know anyone looking for a home in the San Fernando Valley, let me know — it’s listed on Zillow.

11/23/2025

I still have a pair of jean shorts from the late 80s where I wrote all over them with a gel pen… because that was THE thing to do.
There is absolutely no way I could fit into them now 😂 but I’ve kept them for pure nostalgic reasons. Can you identify the song references?

Where are my Gen X people at?
Did you do this too, or am I out here alone in my gel-pen glory?

11/21/2025

Thunder freaked me out! I ran like it was a bomb. At least I learned if the ship it’s the fan I won’t sit still. I just had to look this all up.

11/19/2025

I’m excited to share that I’ve been officially approved as a Club Coach for Valley Speakers Toastmasters Club 269, serving District 100.

What makes this especially meaningful is that I’ve been attending and supporting Valley Speakers for a little over a year — long before stepping into the coach role. This club has passionate, active members who show up with heart, dedication, and a genuine desire to grow. What they need now is simply what many clubs need: more members, more visibility, and a fresh spark of momentum.

I’m honored to support them in that journey.

As a Club Coach, my focus will be to help the club:

build membership and strengthen retention

enhance the meeting experience

support officer roles and club leadership

help the club work toward Distinguished Club Program (DCP) goals

increase confidence, quality, and consistency

create an empowering, encouraging environment for every member

The Club Coach role is also a leadership development opportunity.
Through this journey, I look forward to strengthening skills such as:

team building

strategic planning

mentoring and coaching

conflict resolution

communication and facilitation

long-term goal setting and accountability

Valley Speakers has incredible potential, and I’m excited to walk alongside them as they rebuild, grow, and continue empowering members to develop their communication and leadership skills.

Here’s to a strong year of growth, collaboration, and transformation.
Let’s do this, Valley Speakers! Visit our club website https://sites.google.com/site/valleyspeakers/home

11/10/2025

Mine starts with good coffee, a clear head, and a list that actually feels doable (in my mind). 😅
Here’s the thing — your ideal Monday doesn’t just happen. You’ve got to write it down.
Make changes. Move things around. Create your version of a productive, peaceful, or purpose-filled day.
📝 Start somewhere — even if it’s small. Today I made my to do list with you. One day this will come to fruition 🤩.
One intentional Monday can set the tone for your entire week.
So tell me… what does your ideal Monday to-do list look like?

11/08/2025

Some people measure success by how much they accomplish in a day. I measure it by how quickly I locate that mystery hair on my back. 🏆😂

11/06/2025

11/01/2025

✨ 10 Years at Wells Fargo ✨

The last decade has truly been a blur — full of growth, challenges, and moments that shaped me personally and professionally. I’m grateful for this journey and for a company that has given me opportunity, community, and purpose.

Funny enough, I almost didn’t apply because I had previously worked for a competitor. But it was that experience that helped me land this role. Life has a way of reminding us that every chapter — even the ones we think are behind us — prepares us for what’s next. Experience is the greatest education.

When I started, my first manager told me, “You’ll win the Golden Spoke Award one day.” In 2019, I did. 🙌🏼

This job became even more meaningful after I lost my husband. I poured myself into work and Toastmasters to stay grounded and moving forward. It wasn’t easy — grief rarely is — but dedication, discipline, and community carried me through.

I’ve held three roles within the bank, all in the debt collections space. Some may see that role negatively, but to me, it’s about communication, compassion, and due diligence. Every interaction matters.

Moving to Arizona in 2014 with no friends was a leap, but I found a second family here — at work, and through Toastmasters. I’ve built relationships I treasure and found connection, support, and inspiration through our Employee Resource Networks, which bring people and cultures together in such meaningful ways.

With my kids grown and on their own paths, this chapter is about growth, purpose, and peace. Alone, but happy. Proud of how far I’ve come — and excited for what’s next. 🌱✨

Thank you, Wells Fargo, for the opportunity, the learning, the friendships, and the community.

Cheers to the past 10 years — and to another decade of success and impact. 🥂

10/31/2025

To my fellow widows — you don’t have to do this alone. 🤍

Grief is heavy. Some days you carry it with strength, and some days it carries you. Both are okay. Healing isn’t a straight line — it’s permission to feel, to rest, to rise, and to rebuild in your own time.

If you’re in a season where the world feels too loud and your heart feels too quiet… here are places where support can find you:

✅ Widow support groups — in-person or online, where people truly understand your journey
✅ Therapists or grief counselors — professional space to process emotions without judgment
✅ Faith & spiritual communities — if that aligns with your heart, they can offer comfort and connection
✅ Trusted friends & family — lean on the people who show up consistently
✅ Local community centers & grief nonprofits — workshops, grief yoga, and healing circles exist everywhere (often free)
✅ Books & podcasts on grief — hearing other stories can remind you you’re not alone
✅ Journaling & creative outlets — your voice matters, even if it’s only on paper at first
✅ Physical movement — walks, stretching, nature time…it heals more than we realize

And remember this: Strength isn’t pretending. Strength is allowing yourself to feel and still believing there’s life ahead.

We honor the love we lost not by staying in the past, but by learning to breathe, hope, and build again — little by little. I’m not a therapist, counselor, or mental health professional — just a fellow widow walking this path too. I’m sharing from my experience and heart, not offering medical or therapeutic advice. If you’re struggling, please reach out to a licensed grief professional or trusted support resource. You deserve support on every level.

10/29/2025

Do you see it? Do you see me? Yess, I’m silly as can be. Are we excited for Halloween? 🎃

10/27/2025

I was compelled to read this impactful book from Matt Gil called “Got It, Get It, Give It!” Biggest takeaway is Make Bold Moves! Here is the link to grab yours if you feel compelled. https://www.amazon.com/Got-Get-Give/dp/1537040154 #:~:text=Book%20overview,and%20LIVE%20in%20your%20greatness.

10/23/2025

The way you whisper to yourself is just as powerful as your thoughts. Be kind—to yourself and to others.