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06/03/2026

📣June is...
Brain Health Awareness/Alzheimer's Prevention Month

Could one small habit help support a healthier brain as you age?

Find out in Zonia's new Health Bite: tr.zonia.com/KPpP5xl

FYI: HABITS
1. Engage in lifelong learning and cognitive challenges
2. Prioritize regular physical activity and targeted exercise
3. Optimize sleep quality and daily routines
4. Nourish the brain with a balanced, anti-inflammatory diet
5. Integrate mindful practices and purposeful routines

06/02/2026

📣June is...
Brain Health Awareness/Alzheimer's Prevention Month

Reviewed this Documentary last evening and want to share it with YOU!!!

"Facing the Wind" is a 2024 documentary directed by Deirdre Fishel that explores the emotional, physical, and financial realities of Lewy Body Dementia (LBD). It focuses on the primary caregivers who, alongside a supportive online community, navigate the stark challenges and unexpected moments of joy that come with caring for a spouse.

Part of the 2026 Reel Mind Mental Health Film Festival: Life in th...

06/01/2026

🌞🌞🌞 HAPPY JUNE 🌞🌞🌞

June is a pivotal month for raising awareness about the brain—its health, function, and resilience. Across organizations and campaigns, it brings together people, families, researchers, and healthcare professionals to emphasize strategies that support cognitive well-being and reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias.

05/07/2026

Were you at the Met Gala?

04/16/2026

Blessings and Love to All of You,
🙏🏽💞🙏🏽💞🙏🏽💞🙏🏽💞🙏🏽💞🙏🏽💞

To my dear Family, Friends, and Patients,
Your love, well-wishes, and blessings on my 68th Birthday 🎁🎂 have filled my heart 💖with overwhelming gratitude 🙌🏾 and delight 🫶🏾. Each kind word, warm hug 🤲🏾, and thoughtful gesture 💐 reminded me how incredibly blessed 🙏🏽 I am to journey through life with such remarkable people 👥 by my side.

To my family 🫂, your unwavering support 🫱🏾‍🫲🏿 and boundless love 💕 are the steady light 💡 that guides me every day 📅

To my friends 👭👫👬, your laughter 😀, encouragement, and moments of joy 🥰 have enriched my life in countless ways.

To my patients 👭👫👬, your trust 🫱🏾‍🫲🏿 and the privilege of caring 🩺 for you inspire me with purpose and gratitude 🫶🏾 beyond measure.

A special note of appreciation to you, my love, Dr. Jack Ward, 💘 for your unwavering love 💗 and support 🤲🏾. Your presence adds a warmth 🔥 to my life that I cherish every day 📅. I am grateful for the lovely evening we shared and the wonderful dining experience 🍽🥗🍾🥂🍷at GW Fins in the French Quarter ⚜️ on Bienville Street—such a delightful celebration of togetherness 🧑🏾‍❤️‍🧑🏼 and joy 🎉.

Thank you 🙏🏽 for celebrating 🎉 this milestone with me and for blessing my life in more ways than I can express. May our days ⏳️ ahead be filled with health 🩷, happiness💚, and continued love 💖.

With all my heart, 💞
Karen M. Pendleton, M.D. aka Dr. Karen

04/15/2026

Happy Birthday to Me
🎁🎂🍷💐👑🦄🎉💞🫶🏾😘🙏🏽
On this wonderful milestone, I’m overflowing with gratitude and delight for the rich tapestry of my life. For 68 years, I’ve carried health, happiness, intelligence, compassion, and beauty with a quiet grace that touches everyone around me. My presence is a gift, and today we celebrate the countless moments that have made me who I am.

I’m grateful for the blessings that illuminate my path:
- To God, whose guidance and grace have carried me through every season, scattering love and light along the way.
- To my Parents and Family, whose love, wisdom, and unwavering support have shaped me into the remarkable person I am—my strength, kindness, and steadfast faith are a testament to their cherished legacy.
- To Dr. Jack, whose care and expertise have safeguarded my health and well-being, allowing me to continue sharing my warmth, wisdom, and beauty with the world.

May this year bring renewed joy, continued good health, and opportunities to share my extraordinary spirit. May my days be filled with laughter that echoes in my heart, moments of peace that refresh my soul, and the comforting sense that I am deeply loved by all who know me.

With all my love and warmest wishes for a blessed and beautiful year ahead.
Happy 68th Birthday to Me!!!

---Karen M. Pendleton, M.D. aka Dr. Karen

02/14/2026

♥️The Significance of February 14th: More Than a Hallmark Holiday♥️

Valentine’s Day is often framed as a celebration of romance, red roses🌹, and chocolate 🍫hearts. Yet beneath the glittery surface lies a day that carries layered meanings across cultures, histories, and personal experiences. Here’s a closer look at why February 14th matters to many people around the world.🌎

♥️A Tapestry of History♥️

✝️Saint Valentine (and the legends)✝️
The origins of the day are tangled in the story of Saint Valentine, a figure associated with acts of kindness 💕 and love 💘 in ancient Rome. Over time, his legacy became entwined with courtly romance ❤️‍🔥, shifting the focus toward affectionate gestures between lovers 🧑🏾‍❤️‍🧑🏼.

💞A medieval accent on romance💞

By the Middle Ages, February 14th began to symbolize the blossoming of love 💗. Geoffrey Chaucer’s literary works helped cement the association between the date 📅 and romantic courtship, 🏹 turning it into a cultural touchstone for couples 🧑🏾‍❤️‍🧑🏼.

🌎A global celebration evolves🌎

Today, many cultures have repurposed February 14th to honor not just romantic love, 💖 but affection between friends 👭👫, family, 👩‍👩‍👧‍👦 and communities 👩‍👩‍👧‍👦🏡👭. The holiday’s meaning expands as people adapt it to their own traditions.

01/07/2026

Celebrating Epiphany 2026: The New Beginnings of the 2026 Mardi Gras Season

Today, January 6, 2026, we celebrate Epiphany — a moment of revelation, light, and new beginnings. In the spirit of the season, we also kick off the Mardi Gras journey for 2026, embracing fresh starts, renewed joy, and the anticipation of vibrant parades, music, and community.

Epiphany: Light, Discovery, and Hope
A reminder that magic can be found in new perspectives and unfamiliar rituals.
The moment when the Wise Men followed the star, discovering something extraordinary on a shared path.
A call to open our hearts to new possibilities, friendships, and ways of celebrating together.

Mardi Gras Season: New Beginnings
January marks the start of a festive arc that builds toward Carnival, with creativity blooming in costumes, music, and craft.
This year, let Epiphany inspire kinder connections, inclusive celebrations, and sustainable festivities.
Embrace the theme of renewal: refresh traditions, welcome newcomers to the parades, and honor the cultural roots that make Mardi Gras vibrant.

A Simple Way to Observe
Light a candle or a small star to symbolize guidance and new direction.
Share a moment with neighbors or friends about what “new beginnings” means to you this year.
Plan one new tradition for Mardi Gras 2026, whether it’s a community project, a charitable act, or a fresh parade route idea.

May Epiphany illuminate our path and set the tone for a joyous, inclusive, and radiant Mardi Gras season ahead.

---- Dr. Karen Pendleton

01/06/2026

🎉🎉🎉New Beginnings in 2026🎉🎉🎉

The newly released and FDA-Approved Oral Wegovy® can help adults with obesity or some adults who are overweight and have weight-related medical problems lose weight and keep it off when used alongside a reduced-calorie diet and increased physical activity. Note: Wegovy® is not approved for use in people under 18.

# # # Ready to take the next step?

Complete the Healthspan Quiz at drkarenpendleton.com to learn more with me, Dr. Karen Pendleton.

01/02/2026

Vision Board Workshop — Today!

A vision board is a success, visualization, and focus tool to capture your dreams and keep your goals at the forefront of your mind. Remember: goals are dreams with deadlines.

Now that you've imagined your ideal future and identified your values, vision, and goals, it's time to create your vision board.

Event Details
Event:** Vision Board Workshop
Date:** Friday, 01/02/2026
Time:** 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
Location:** Copeland Tower Living, Chateau B
Organizers:** Dr. Karen Pendleton, Dr. Jack Ward

Join us to turn dreams into a tangible plan. See you there!