💛🥫❤️Carmelita Davidson’s Daily Dozen:

In this 14-minute surprise tribute episode on the MyFESTUS.com Conversations, I (Sara) introduce Carmelita Davidson, a community leader generously serving in Jefferson County, Missouri. I share how Carmelita has made significant contributions to our local area through various initiatives, including the Ozark Food Pantry. 🥫

Enjoy learning about the fascinating highlights of Carmelita's inspiring journey from the Philippines to the U.S., her dedication to service, and the principles she lives by, collectively coined and referred to (by me!) as the “Davidson Daily Dozen.”💛

These itty-bitty, yet impactful principles emphasize gratitude, kindness, and community engagement, specific to each of us.

What is your favorite principle? ❤️

I am so excited for you to listen and share what inspires you, in the comments.

I also share what you might be able to do if you feel called to help the hungry folks in our community through the Ozark Food Pantry. 🥫

✨Thank you for SHARING this to SPREAD THE LOVE for Carmelita + CONNECT more people as we all SUPPORT an inspired community.✨

Itty-Bitty, Inspiring Takeaways

• Carmelita Davidson is a respected community leader.

• Her journey from the Philippines to the U.S. is inspiring.

• She has been actively involved in local initiatives for years.

• The Ozark Food Pantry serves hundreds of families weekly.

• Carmelita's enthusiasm and optimism are contagious.

• The “Davidson Daily Dozen” consists of 12 life principles.

• Gratitude and kindness are central to her philosophy.

• Conversations can foster deeper connections and understanding.

• Everyone has unique gifts to contribute to the world.

• Community engagement is vital for personal and collective growth.

Quotable Sound Bite

"You are needed in this world."

❤️Thank you for making listening an itty-bitty habit to create a BIG impact in your life.❤️

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Carmelita Davidson

02:56 Carmelita's Journey and Community Impact

05:48 The Davidson Daily Dozen: Principles of Living

11:56 The Power of Connection and Community Engagement

Keywords

Carmelita Davidson, community leader, Ozark food pantry, gratitude, daily principles, personal growth, volunteerism, leadership, Festus Missouri, inspiration

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🎃🐿️💡Itty-Bitty (Disguised) Seeds of Wisdom:

Summary

In this solo episode, Sara reflects on the beauty of fall in Festus, Missouri. She shares a personal story about a squirrel and a pumpkin. Through this reflection, she draws life lessons about noticing small, itty-bitty, unexpected moments that can create joy, and finding nourishment in challenges. Perhaps we can find wisdom in struggles and fuel in unexpected places.

Itty-Bitty, Inspiring Takeaways

• We often overlook the beauty around us due to our busy lives.
• Creating space to look outside can bring an unexpected smile.
• Life lessons can come from nature and simple interactions.
• Perspective shifts can help us navigate struggles more easily.
• Challenges can hide valuable, nourishing lessons.

🎃Thank you for making listening an itty-bitty habit to create a BIG impact in your life.🎃

More nourishing mindful reflections to fuel you under the “Mind” category on: 🎃🐿️💡👇

MyFESTUS.com/Mind

🐿️Thank you for SHARING this to CONNECT more people as we all SUPPORT working our way through challenges to find the itty-bitty (disguised) seeds of wisdom.🐿️

Keywords

pumpkins, life lessons, nature, joy, perspective, challenges, nourishment, reflection, mindfulness, seasons

#myfestus #ittybitty #festusmissouri #festus #festusmo #ittybittyanything #sundayreflections

In this episode of the MyFESTUS.com Conversations show, host Sara engages with guests Donna Litton and Ben Brown, exploring their history, musical preferences, and their current roles in the Economic Development Corporation of Jefferson County. The conversation highlights the importance of community connections, the joys of working with playful shenanigans, and the impact of local initiatives on fostering a thriving environment in Jefferson County.

Itty-Bitty, Inspiring Takeaways

• The Economic Development Corporation plays a vital role in local business growth.
• Connecting people is a fundamental part of their mission.
• Building relationships is key to community success.
• Visibility and outreach are important for all local organizations.
• Jefferson County is a great place to live, work, play, and shop.

Quotable Sound Bites

"We like the shenanigans."

"We are THE dynamic duo."

❤️Thank you for making listening an itty-bitty habit to create a BIG impact in your life.❤️

More about Donna and Ben + more fun conversations and stories that share shenanigans on: 🎵✌️👀👇

MyFESTUS.com/DonnaAndBen

MyFESTUS.com/Conversations

✨Thank you for SHARING this to CONNECT more people as we all SUPPORT a community who loves shenanigans.✨

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to MyFESTUS.com and the Host, Sara

03:01 The Musical Journey of Donna and Ben

05:48 Reconnecting Through Work: A Shared History

09:01 The Role of the Economic Development Corporation

11:53 Building Community Connections

15:13 The Dynamic Duo: Community and Collaboration

Keywords

MyFESTUS, community, economic development, Jefferson County, local connections, music, relationships, podcast, small business, collaboration

#myfestus #ittybitty #festusmissouri #festus #festusmo #myfestusconversations #edc #economicdevelopmentofjeffersoncounty #benbrown #donnalitton #dynamicduo