01/14/2026
In loving memory of my aunt, the legendary Claudette Colvin.
The last time I spoke with her, she reminded me of something I will carry forever:
Live life loudly and without regret.
Listen to your own conviction.
Follow your path—even when it’s not the easy one.
You never truly know who you’re inspiring, who’s watching, or whose courage you’re quietly shaping just by being yourself.
Her life was bold. Her spirit unforgettable.
And her legacy will live on in our family for generations.
Rest in power, Aunt Claudette 🤍🤍🤍
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🌺 Remember that cute flower shop in Spain named after my aunt ? I finally made it to visit her (socially distanced of course) and surprised her with the gift from them. Her genuine shock and gratitude was simply the best to witness! She really couldn’t believe they were named after her. It was such a thoughtful gift of a hand drawn portrait of her with a touching inscription on the back enclosed in the sweetest hanging frame with pressed flowers..... And, the picture they chose lead to the best story about that day!
🌺 She said this day was memorable because it was school picture day. Many of the girls in front of her weren’t prepared and were rushing to fix their hair, needed bobby pins, lip gloss, etc. But she was ready so the photographer said why don’t you skip all of them and told her how nice she looked. He then asked if she wanted to take off her glasses, to which she replied, “No, I like my glasses” 🤣
So my take aways:
1️⃣ Stay ready and you don’t have to get ready.
2️⃣ Make sure every picture is on point, because they could follow you 60+ years later and end up in a flower shop in Spain 🙈
3️⃣ Be confident in who you are!
