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07/30/2026

I usually enjoy getting postcards.

07/23/2026

A little while ago, I was out walking our dog, Callie, when I bumped into a neighbor walking her dog.

05/30/2026

Last night was my daughter’s graduation ceremony at The King’s Academy.

Former Vice President Mike Pence was the keynote speaker, which was definitely memorable but for me, my attention was somewhere else entirely.

I was watching my little girl graduate.

This past year has been one of the most transformative years of her life.

She was an online student, and to say God has done some incredible things in her life over the last 12 months would be an understatement. Last night felt like the culmination of so much prayer, growth, change, and faithfulness all wrapped into one evening.

And then came the moment that swept the rug under my feet that my wife and daughter were keeping a surprise from me…

She walked on stage and sang “Great Is Thy Faithfulness.”

Now I’ve sung and heard that hymn thousands of times over the past few decades, but when it’s your daughter singing it after watching what God has carried her through this past year… it hits you a little different.

Actually, it hits a lot different.

As I sat there listening, I started thinking about how close this entire chapter came to never happening at all.

A year ago, my wife had applied to the school literally two days before the application deadline closed…two days.

Which is about how long most men wait before realizing they should’ve booked dinner reservations for their anniversary.

And the whole thing started because a friend invited my wife and daughter to one of The King’s Academy musical theater performances. After the show, my wife looked at my daughter and said, “Do you think you’d ever want to do something like that?”

To our surprise with eyes wide open she said a resounding… yes!

Now if you know my daughter, you understand this was not a small moment, so they applied, at the same time she auditioned for Prince of Egypt, Henry V, then choir, then jazz ensemble and somewhere along the way, the quiet little spark turned into a full-blown fire.

This past year she was awarded the Society for the Preservation of the Great American Songbook’s Young Artist of the Year as a vocalist, which is incredible considering a year ago we were simply hoping she’d get accepted into the school before the deadline expired.

It never ceases to amaze me how fast life can change directions and sometimes the biggest changes begin with one small decision to try something different, one new possibility, one ‘let’s move in that direction and see if God opens or closes the door.’

After the ceremony ended, she walked toward the family holding her diploma, smiling ear to ear, and suddenly I got flooded with emotion.

And in that moment, I didn’t see an 18-year-old graduate, I saw the little girl I used to carry around the house. Her nickname immediately popped into my head: “Sugees”, which was slang for sugars.

Now you may be wondering at this moment how all this connects to your health, but here it is…Big transformations rarely happen overnight.

They usually begin with one small decision.

“I’m going to cut back on desserts.”
“I’m going to start walking again.”
“I’m finally going to get some bloodwork done.”
“I’m going to get serious about taking care of myself.”
“I’m going to buy some pickleball paddles and stop talking about playing someday.”

It’s rarely one massive dramatic moment, more often, it’s one appointment, one new habit, one better decision, one moment where someone finally says: “I think I’m ready.”

And that single step can end up changing far more than you realize.

Most people wait until there’s a crisis before they move… a diagnosis, a fall, a scary report, pain that finally becomes impossible to ignore, but some of the greatest breakthroughs in life begin long before the “big moment” everyone else sees.

They begin quietly, with consistency, with small choices repeated over time.

That’s true spiritually, that’s true relationally and it’s absolutely true physically.

So let me ask you:

What step toward better health have you been thinking about taking… but keep postponing?

Maybe it’s time to stop thinking about it and finally take the first step, because one small decision today may completely change where you are a year from now.

Have a wonderful weekend!

Dr. Derek “I Blinked and She Grew Up” Taylor

www.taylorchirolaser.com

561-867-1020

04/25/2026

Last night our family celebrated my son Jordan’s 12th birthday.

It was a special one, especially with my oldest son in town from California, so the whole crew was together.

We have a family tradition on birthdays: after dinner and dessert, we go around the table and each share what we love and appreciate most about the birthday person.

It’s simple, yet meaningful & something we all look forward to.

As we went around sharing about Jordan, one theme kept coming up:

We all love watching him play baseball.

It started years ago in California: front yard games with his older brothers, a plastic bat, a wiffle ball, and very questionable strike zones.

He loved it then and somehow loves it even more now.

A week ago today, his team played in the championship game, and I had the privilege of helping coach.

We were up against the top team in the league, the same team we had lost to by one run earlier in the season and tied the second time.

This was the rubber match and we came out smoking hot in the first inning with a 7-0 lead, bases loaded and my son up to bat.

Momentum fully on our side. Coaches high-fiving. Everything clicking.

Then the unthinkable happens…the umpire stops the inning.

“Seven-run limit,” he says.

Only problem… our league rule is eight.

We politely brought it up. He politely snubbed our plea.

He wasn’t budging.

And just like that… the momentum shifted.

Add to this we had two key players missing, a few tough calls, and the game slipped away in the last inning with the final score: 9-8. We lost by one run.

Major heartbreaker.

If you’ve been around youth sports, you know, those losses hit hard. There were tears, quiet moments, and plenty of “what if” conversations.

After the game, we headed to closing day ceremonies.

Awards were handed out across the league, and our team did well: Golden Glove, Most Improved, Best Sportsmanship, and by God’s grace, Jordan was voted MVP.

A great honor. He was grateful, but later, sitting over cheeseburgers, fries, and root beer at Duffy’s, when I asked him what he thought about winning the award, he said,

“I’d trade it for the championship.”

Two days later, we went to a Marlins game to watch JJ Wetherholt, a second baseman with the St. Louis Cardinals who attends our church. After the game, we all got to go on the field and spend a few minutes with him.

Jordan walked away with an MLB baseball, a conversation he won’t forget, and a birthday memory that topped them all.

We finished the night at Versailles in Little Havana with Cuban food, chocolate shakes, and a late bedtime that was 100% worth it.

And somewhere in all of that, the loss started to look a little different.

Because here’s the truth:

Losses, disappointments, and setbacks often give us more than wins ever could.

Wins feel good. Losses make you think.

They make you replay moments. Reevaluate decisions. Refocus your effort.

That one run? I promise you, it’s been replayed from about 12 different angles already.

And because of that, it’s going to make him better.

The same is true with your health.

Most people don’t think about their body when everything feels fine.

But when something hurts…
Something tightens up…
Something keeps you from doing what you love…

Now you’re paying attention.
Now you’re asking questions.
Now you’re motivated to do something about it.

Nobody wants the setback, but those moments often become the turning point.

A few weeks ago, I injured my foot.

Not ideal, but it forced me to slow down, pay attention, and address things I probably would have ignored and much good has already come because of it.

Just how that game will make Jordan better the next time he steps on the field.

Because in the end, it’s not just about the outcome, it’s about what it teaches you.

So, whether it’s a tough loss or something in your body that just isn’t quite right, don’t ignore it, but lean into it and learn from it, because sometimes the thing you wish didn’t happen is the very thing you needed most to move forward.

Have a GREAT Saturday!

Dr. Derek “One Run Short, Many Lessons Long” Taylor

04/16/2026

Last week was opening night of Guys and Dolls at The King’s Academy.

My daughter has a small role as one of the Havana dancers.

I wasn’t very familiar with the play going in. All I knew was my wife had seen the movie, so I was curious to see how this whole thing would translate on stage.

And I have to say…It was funny, engaging, and really well done.

The director did an excellent job casting the right students in the right roles and it showed. Everything felt natural. Everything flowed. Which, if you’ve ever been around a production like this, is not a small thing.

Behind the scenes, these usually feel more like organized chaos. But this one? Smooth.

And according to the director, it’s been one of the smoothest productions they’ve had all year.

What also stood out was the atmosphere. This is the final production of the year, so for many of the students, especially the seniors, it’s a meaningful time. They’re enjoying every moment, while also realizing it’s wrapping up.

Some of them have been at the school their entire lives and now they’re getting ready for what’s next. Even my daughter, who’s only been there this past year, said she wishes the school year would slow down a bit. Which is not something you hear from kids very often.

Here’s what made it more interesting for me to see. My daughter is a vocalist. That’s her strength and that’s where she has had her training. This role is something new and she has stepped into it without hesitation.

No “I don’t know about this.” Just jumped in and ended up really enjoying it. Which says a lot because when people step into something that stretches them, and lean into it, you can feel the difference.

And I think that’s part of why this production worked so well.

Everyone was engaged. Everyone was contributing. Everyone actually looked like they wanted to be there and that’s not something you can fake. It shows.

Here’s something else I found interesting.

When my wife mentioned the movie version of Guys and Dolls, someone shared that the two main stars, Frank Sinatra and Marlon Brando, didn’t exactly care for each other.

And apparently that came through in the final product. Same story, same script, yet very different result, which brings me to my connection with health (you knew it was coming).

There’s something powerful about alignment.

When things are working together… it shows.

When people dwell together in unity…it’s beautiful.

And when everything is working the way it’s supposed to…you can feel it.

That same idea applies directly to your body.

Your body works best when everything is in sync…joints, muscles, nerves…all doing what they’re designed to do. When one area is off, the whole system has to adapt and over time, that’s where problems start to show up.

But here’s what most people miss.

Just like my daughter stepping into something new, your body benefits from the right kind of challenge. Growth doesn’t come from avoiding movement. It comes from doing the right kind of movement, even when it feels a little unfamiliar at first.

Because when your body is working the way it’s supposed to…you don’t just move better, you feel better. More confidence. More energy. More freedom.

You participate more, you engage more, you enjoy more, and just like that cast on stage when everything is working together the way it should…it shows.

Have a great rest of your day,

Dr. Derek “In Sync” Taylor

P.S. Watching how well that production came together, everyone working in unison, each person doing their part, was a great reminder of how important that is for your body too.

That’s actually what I’ll be diving into at a small dinner workshop I’m hosting at the office on Tuesday, April 21st at 6:00pm for a select group of active patients who want a smarter approach to staying injury-free.

We’ll cover:
• The #1 mistake most active adults make before playing
• How to identify weak links before they turn into injuries
• The role of nutrition and key supplements in supporting tissue health
• What to do to recover quickly if something does go wrong
• Simple strategies to keep playing without setbacks

It’ll be a relaxed, small-group setting (and yes, food included).

If you’re interested, just reply back and let us know or call 561-867-1020.

04/10/2026

Last week, I made a house call near a set of pickleball courts I’d been hearing a lot about. So naturally… I had to check them out.

I happened to have my paddle in the trunk (because of course I do), and thought:

“I’ll just play a game… or two.” Famous last words.

No plan. No prep. No hydration. No warm-up. No stretching.

Basically, I showed up like I’m 25… with a body that clearly didn’t get the memo.

First game? Let’s just say… if there were scouts in attendance, they quietly left.

But after a couple games, I started finding a rhythm. Moving better. Feeling better.

Confidence rising. Bad sign. I should’ve wrapped it up right there and called it a day.

The next thing you know, I took off in a full sprint chasing a ball like ESPN was filming a documentary and suddenly…POP.

Right at the bottom of my left foot.

Not a ‘hmm, what was that?’ kind of pop… more like a ‘we’re done here’ kind of pop. Everything slowed down. Then the internal dialogue kicked in:

“Did I just tear something off the bone?”

“Am I looking at surgery?”

“Am I out for months?”

“Why am I even out here right now?”

I knew immediately… this wasn’t just a tweak. At that point, any reasonable person would’ve stopped.

But… we were one point away from finishing the game and I’m not about to leave my partner hanging like that.

So I stayed in. One serve. One point. Let’s go. He tosses the ball…and faults.

Of course. He hadn’t missed one all day. Which meant we had to keep playing… on a foot that was rapidly filing a formal complaint.

By the time the game ended, I was limping like I just aged 30 years in 5 minutes.

I start the long walk back to my car looking like Hopalong Cassidy… when I realize I left my sweatshirt on the court.

So I turned around and retraced every painful step like it was part of the plan.

By the time I got home? My heel was swelling like a balloon, and I couldn’t put any weight on it. Crutches. Two days.

I did two things immediately:

#1 - Scheduled an MRI
#2 - Started treating my left heel like it was a five-alarm Code Red

I threw everything at it…focused on calming the inflammation, supporting the tissue, and getting things moving in the right direction. The results weren’t immediate, we had to settle things down first, but believe it or not…

Two days later, I was off crutches, standing on it, and back on the court… strategically playing with beginners who had a few more birthdays than me.

My wife did not share my enthusiasm… and was not exactly throwing a party when I told her I was back out there. Four days after the injury, I got the MRI.

At that point, I was already about 30% better and improving daily. The reason I went through with it was curiosity…

And it confirmed what my foot had been trying to tell me:
Plantar fascia tear, another ligament tear in the ankle, and a few other tendons that clearly weren’t fans of my game plan.

Since then, my foot’s been making a steady comeback. I’m about 75-80% back and negotiating a return to full duty in the next 7-10 days… pending approval.

Here’s the takeaway:

What happened to me is incredibly common and very predictable.

1. Preparation matters

Showing up “cold” is a great way to find your limits… the hard way.

2. Your body compensates… until it can’t

You can get away with things right up until you can’t.

3. Explosive movements reveal weak links

It’s not the casual rally… it’s the sudden sprint that gets you.

4. Most injuries aren’t bad luck

They’re usually the result of a buildup that finally says, “we’re done here.”

5. Early action changes everything

The sooner you address it, the faster things turn around.

6. Movement is medicine… when done right

The goal isn’t to shut everything down, it’s to guide recovery properly.

7. Your feet matter more than you think

When they fail… everything gets your attention real fast.

8. You don’t have to stop doing what you love

You just have to work smarter about how you recover

Bottom line: I didn’t plan to play that day. And my body reminded me… it notices.

If you’re staying active… pickleball, tennis, golf, workouts, the goal isn’t to avoid activity. It’s to prepare your body so it can handle it, and bounce back quickly when something goes sideways.

Have a great rest of your day,

Dr. Derek “Should’ve Warmed Up” Taylor

PS: I’m hosting a small dinner workshop at the office on Tuesday, April 21st at 6:00pm for a select group of active patients who want a smarter approach to staying injury-free.

We’ll cover:

The #1 mistake most active adults make before playing

How to identify weak links before they become injuries

The role of nutrition and key supplements in supporting tissue health

What to do to recover quickly if something does go wrong
Simple strategies to keep playing without setbacks

This will be a small group by design, so I’ll be keeping it limited.

If you’d like to be considered, just reply back and let us know.

04/02/2026

I’m a big believer in maintenance.

02/09/2026

This afternoon, while talking with my neighbor out front, he said last week’s cold was the worst South Florida has seen in over 40 years.

I believe him.

For a few days it felt like someone hit “relocate” and dropped us somewhere between Minnesota and the Arctic. When I looked out at the canal, I half expected penguins instead of egrets.

About a year ago, my wife and I planted a gorgeous clusia hedge. Privacy. Green. Classy. Growing like it was on performance-enhancing fertilizer… until the Big Freeze rolled in like the drunk dad at his sons basketball game in the movie, ‘Hoosiers’.

Now more than half the plants look like they’ve been through a barbecue gone wrong. Brown. Crispy. Sad.

My wife stands at the window every morning like she’s mourning a lost puppy: “They were doing so well!” Meanwhile, I’m standing there pretending I’m not secretly heartbroken over a bunch of dead bushes.

Some plants came through looking spry and green. Others did not.

And it wasn’t just the hedge.

The iguanas had a rough week.

Some froze solid, full on ice-block mode, not moving at all.

When things warmed up, a few of them shook it off and strutted right back into the yard acting like they owned the place.

The others? No revival. They stayed stiff, went mushy, and switched careers from plant destroyer to plant fertilizer.

Same cold snap. Same backyard. Completely different endings.

Naturally, someone in the family asked the obvious question:

“Why did some make it and others didn’t?”

Because the freeze didn’t create weakness.
It exposed it.

Better soil.
Deeper roots.
Protection from the wind.
Stronger foundation.

The strong ones handled it. The weaker ones folded.

Same deal with us.

Viruses. Stress. Long weeks. Life applying pressure at inconvenient times.
The “freeze” usually isn’t the problem…it just turns the lights on.

Weak host? Rough ride.
Strong host? “That wasn’t enjoyable, but I’m still standing.”

We can’t outlaw cold snaps.
We can’t outlaw flu season.
And we definitely can’t outlaw life’s timing.

But you can stop being the shallow-rooted plant that struggles every time conditions aren’t ideal.
And you can stop being the iguana that never quite bounces back.

Here are three simple ways to build a stronger host, no gadgets, no trends, no $12 green drinks from Whole Foods:

Eat like the outcome matters.
Real food. Meat. Vegetables that resemble plants. Color on the plate. If your grocery cart screams “teenager left unsupervised with mom’s credit card,” you’re working against yourself. Stop the madness.
Move every day.
Not workouts, movement. Walk fast enough to breathe. Carry something heavier than your phone. Sitting all day turns your immune and nervous systems into a couple of security guards napping in the break room.
Hydrate consistently.
Your body w/o enough water is like a phone on 1% battery in the middle of nowhere. Muscles tighten, energy drops, headaches come on, brain fog kicks in and you lose focus. Drink ½ your body weight in fluid ounces.
Bottom line: Freezes are coming…literal, viral, emotional, financial, whatever.

Do these three things consistently and next time the cold snap, any kind, shows up, you’ll be more prepared to handle it.

Enjoy the rest of your weekend.

Dr. Derek ‘Still Thawing Out’ Taylor

www.taylorchirolaser.com

P.S. — A Simple Way to Check Your “Freeze Readiness”

If last week’s cold snap made you wonder how resilient your own body really is, I’m offering a limited $69 Freeze Readiness Assessment for readers of this email.

It’s designed to look for areas of weakness before stress exposes them.

The assessment includes:

Full spine examination
Taylor Method evaluation
MyoVision surface EMG scan (to assess nervous system stress patterns)
Computerized postural analysis
3-D foot scan
TheraLight 360 red light session
X-rays if needed
A clear report of findings so you know exactly where things stand
No pressure. No obligation. Just clarity.

If you want to take advantage of it, mention this email when you call or text 561-867-1020.

11/08/2025

Yesterday afternoon, I finally decided to face the thing that had been haunting me all week: my errands list.

I had a short window to hit Publix, Home Depot, and Costco and be back in an hour or less. I love challenges like that. My wife doesn’t get it, she sees errands as a chore; I see them as a timed event. She avoids the crowded chaos at Costco like the plague. I, on the other hand, see it as an opportunity to play bumper cars with my shopping cart.

I was already running through my mental checklist, mapping out my route like a NASCAR pit crew. The plan was simple: zip around town, cross everything off, and finally enjoy that rare feeling of being “caught up.”

Keys in hand, mission locked in, I was halfway out the door when my youngest daughter completely derailed the operation with one simple question:

“Daddy, can you take me for a wagon ride around the neighborhood?”

My first thought?
“Wagon ride? Daddy’s about to pull off his own version of Mission Impossible and this wagon is leaving in 30 seconds.”

I kept walking toward the minivan, unfazed for about three seconds, until the wheels in my mind started turning…

I thought to myself, “She’s not always going to be asking for a wagon ride. In fact, pretty soon she’ll be too big to fit in that wagon.”

In fact, I can guarantee you the next requests will shift from “wagon, Daddy?” to “Can I have the car keys… and your credit card?”

So I made an about-face, put the keys away, and said, “Saddle up, partner. We’re going on a wagon ride.” Off we went, me, my daughter, and our dog Calli.

We made it about five minutes before I realized three things:

My daughter’s “light as a feather” days are officially over.

There is absolutely nothing in my F45 routine that prepared me for wagon pulling…my shoulders were on fire.
I thought we’d have a sweet father–daughter chat, but she was passed out in the back like she’d just run a marathon… while I was the one doing all the work.

Come to think of it, that wagon ride was a pretty accurate picture of family life: the kids relax while Mom and Dad do the pulling, and as long as that arrangement stays in place, everything seems to roll along just fine.

Back to my daughter. I looked down and saw her resting so peacefully. Not a care in the world, totally at rest.

Watching her like that reminded me what healing is supposed to look like.

We spend so much of our lives in “go mode.” We hustle, plan, multitask, and check boxes, then wonder why our bodies feel tense, tired, and “off.” The truth is, your body can’t heal when it thinks it’s in a constant sprint.

There’s a reason we call it the nervous system, it gets nervous when it never slows down.

True health isn’t just about moving more; it’s about knowing when to rest. Just like my daughter’s body knew how to rest once she felt safe and still, your body knows how to heal, it just needs the right conditions.

That’s part of what chiropractic care does so beautifully. When your spine is aligned and your nervous system can finally breathe, your body shifts out of fight-or-flight and into rest-and-restore.

Muscles let go. Circulation flows. Sleep deepens. Your body starts working with you instead of against you.

So if you’ve been feeling tense, tired, or like you’re running on fumes, maybe what you really need isn’t more coffee, another workout, or another task checked off.

Maybe what you need is a reset.

Give your body permission to slow down.

Step outside. Breathe deeply. Go for a walk, stretch, pray, or take a real nap.

In all my years of practice, I’ve seen it again and again, if you don’t make time to rest, your body will schedule it for you.

With gratitude (and a few sore shoulders),

Dr. Derek “Wagon Puller” Taylor

P.S. Patient Appreciation Turkey Day – Monday, November 24, 2025

To say thank you for being part of our Taylor Chiropractic & Laser Center family, we’re celebrating with a special one-day event:

Existing Patients
Schedule an appointment that day and receive a FREE Thanksgiving turkey with your visit.

New Patients
$97 New Patient Special – Includes consultation, exam, X-rays (if needed), adjustment, and a TheraLight 360 red light treatment + a FREE turkey.
Reactivation Patients (haven’t been in for 3+ months)
$47 Visit – Includes re-exam, intersegmental traction, and an adjustment + a FREE turkey.

*Due to federal and insurance regulations, this offer does not apply to Medicare or personal injury patients.

Appointments are limited. Reply to this email or call 561-867-1020 to reserve your spot.

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