Dr. LaTasha Hadley

01/07/2026

Attention: Families with kids entering kindergarten and 1st grade Fall 2026

Participating states: MS, TX, NH, NC, MO, KY, SC

This opportunity is for YOU!

Waterford UPSTART is offering a no cost Summer 2026 early learning program designed to help your child build strong reading or math and science skills before starting school.

With just 20 minutes a day, your child can enjoy fun, personalized lessons plus families receive coaching and support every step of the way. Qualifying families may also receive a computer and internet access.

💛 No cost for families
💻 Learn anytime, anywhere
📅 Summer 2026 Program (May 2026-August 2026)

Give your child a confident, prepared start to their kindergarten journey.

Scan the QR code on the flyer or visit waterford.org/upstart to see if you qualify.

Let’s help every child in our community shine!

01/05/2026

Happy Monday!!

Week 1:
I Write My Own Story Prompt: Introduce Your Story

Before the world told you who to be… who were you?
This week, we begin with intention. We pause. We reflect. We reclaim.

Your Journal Invitation:

• What are three words that describe you best?

Here’s mine:
Resilient. Compassionate. Determined.

Now t’s your turn.
*Grab your journal.
*Share your words.
*Tag a friend who needs this moment of reflection.

Let’s write with courage. Let’s heal with honesty. Let’s grow together. Because your story matters and it starts with you.

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12/31/2025

Closing Out the Year & Stepping Into 2026

No long list of resolutions.
No pressure to reinvent myself.
Just gratitude for how far God has carried me and peace about where He’s taking me next.

This year taught me to listen more closely, move more intentionally, and trust more deeply. Every open door, every closed one, every pause, every push, it all made sense in His timing.

So as I walk into 2026, I’m not chasing a “new me.”
I’m continuing to grow into the person God has been shaping all along.

I’m moving with Purpose.
I’m moving with Clarity.
I’m moving with God.

Here’s to a year of alignment, obedience, overflow, and divine direction. 2026, I’m ready for whatever God has written.

12/26/2025

A new year deserves intention, not noise, not resolutions we won’t keep, but honest reflection.

As the calendar turns, this is the time to slow down and take stock. Where have you been? What did you survive? What did you learn? And more importantly, where are you going next?

Journaling isn’t trendy, it’s timeless. People have always written to make sense of their lives, to pray, to plan, to heal, and to tell the truth when no one else was listening. A journal gives you space to reflect without judgment, to be consistent, and to grow on purpose.

The I Write My Own Story: 52-Week Journal is designed to help you do just that one week at a time. Guided prompts, room for reflection, and structure that keeps you grounded throughout the year. No rushing. No pretending. Just progress.

If you’re serious about starting the new year with clarity, discipline, and self-awareness, start here. Your story doesn’t change by accident, it changes because you decide to write it differently.

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The page is blank. Pick up the pen and get to work.

Dr. LaTasha Hadley

12/17/2025

I pray that each of us would pause during this season and look beyond ourselves. While we sit comfortably in our homes, resting and enjoying what we’ve been blessed with, it’s easy to forget that someone else is praying for what we already have.

We have an abundance of food, shelter, warmth, and resources. Gratitude isn’t just something we say; it’s something we live out.

I challenge you to do something real for someone in need. Give your time. Share a meal. Make a call. Offer help without being asked. It doesn’t have to be grand, but it should be genuine.

This season isn’t just about enjoying comfort, it’s about extending it. Let’s be intentional about serving, because blessing others has always been the right thing to do.

What will you do???????

12/15/2025

FYI!!!

If you ordered candles from Bath & Body Works on candle day, check your box. All of mine were cracked!!!

12/15/2025

A Night of Friendship & Holiday Cheer

There’s something magical about gathering during the holiday season not just for the lights, the music, or the festive treats, but for the company of genuine friends. The night was a reminder of how special it is to be surrounded by women who uplift, encourage, and truly support one another.

The Quad came together to celebrate more than Christmas. We celebrated friendship. We laughed until our cheeks hurt, shared stories that warmed our hearts, and embraced the joy of simply being present with one another.

In a season that can feel rushed and busy, this night was a pause. A chance to reflect on gratitude, love, and the gift of authentic connection. Here’s to more nights like this, where friendship shines brighter than any holiday light.

Credits:
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12/08/2025

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12/08/2025

Some Mondays call for a slow start, a warm cup, and a reminder to take care of you.

This season can get loud… but this morning, I chose calm. I chose intention. I chose to pour into my mind, body, and soul before the week tries to pull me in every direction.

Here’s to honoring yourself, prioritizing what brings you peace, and stepping into a new week with clarity and strength.

Take what you need today. Give yourself grace. And remember you’re worth the time it takes to ground yourself.

Happy Monday!!!

12/08/2025

I’m officially in the Christmas mood. The decor is finished, the lights are glowing, and now I can finally enjoy it!! Morning coffee and tea, evening wine, Christmas movies, and the soft ambience of the season filling my home. This really is my favorite time of the year.

08/03/2025

Yesterday reminded me of why I do this work: families, children, and connection. 💛

My annual Back to School, Back to Community event filled my heart with gratitude. Seeing children excited for the new school year, families connecting with vital resources, and community members standing together is why I remain committed to this work year after year.

This event has been a tradition since before COVID, and it thrives because of partnerships and community support. I could never do this alone.

A heartfelt thank you to our amazing partners:
Toot, Teach & Roll Learning Lab
MS Families for Kids
Restoring Hope
You May Speak

To every donor, supporter, and volunteer, your efforts help ensure families in our community felt seen, heard, supported, and empowered.

Moments like these remind me that I am mission driven and passion driven, using the gifts God gave me to uplift my community one page of my story at a time.