🇺🇦 Midway to Kharkiv: Dyakuyu (Thank you).
Just taking a quick break for ☕️kava and reflecting on this trip. All of your messages and well wishes mean so much. They’re a powerful reminder of how many people stand with Ukraine.
🚌 I’ll be in Kharkiv in a few hours and will post an update.
#Ukraine#Dyakuyu #Kharkiv#Coffee #volunteer #UkraineRussiaWar#Travel #america #boston
🇺🇦 🌅It’s early morning in Odesa, and I’m heading to my next destination for humanitarian volunteering: Kharkiv.
🗣️This will be my first time working with a small, community-led Ukrainian group there, and I’m honored to join their efforts.
✅ I I’ll be sure to share updates from the ground.
Wishing everyone a great day. ✨
#Kharkiv #Odesa #Ukraine#Volunteer#America#Humanitarian#Travel#Democracy#Boston#Coach#Firstresponders #ukrainian
🇺🇸🇺🇦 Update: Humanitarian Volunteering in Odesa, #Ukraine
🚌 Tomorrow I head to my next destination, but before I rest, I want to share a moment that meant a lot. Today I received a gift patch from Victor and Tata of Coast of Life. It reads: “Seal the Deal for Dobropillia.”
🇺🇦Dobropillia is a community in #Donetsk, close to the front line.
🤝🏽 I consider them friends, and it’s been an honor to serve alongside them. I’ll continue supporting from the🇺🇸 U.S.—and I’ll return. That’s a promise.
Solidarity from America 🇺🇸🇺🇦
Currently volunteering with the team at Coast of Life in Odesa. Today I handed them an 🇺🇸American flag—may it serve as a symbol of my gratitude, and of the unwavering support of the American people for Ukraine’s fight for freedom.🕊️
Slava Ukraini 🇺🇦
#Ukraine#Freedom#America#Volunteer #Odesa#StandwithUkraine#Boston#Democracy#Peace #USA
💪🏾 Pull-ups for Ukraine 🇺🇦
Day two, early morning in Odesa. Before the work began, I found a calisthenics 🌳park for a mini workout.
As a 50-year-old humanitarian volunteer, I've learned that my well-being is part of the mission. When I take time for my mental and physical health, I can show up fully—ready to give all my energy and focus to the people of Ukraine.🌻
#Odesa #fitness #exercise #outdoor #nature#ukraine #mentalhealth #selfcare #volunteer #coach #pullups#Boston
If you are going to the Somerville Theatre anytime soon -- bring a sweater! #Boston#Somerville#CambMA
#StandWithUkraine
First day volunteering with Coast of Life in #Odesa 🇺🇦
Honored to work alongside Tata and Victor from #Ukraine 🇺🇦, and my two new #Finnish 🇫🇮 friends, Nina and Teemu.
🎯From small donations to shared conversations, our collective efforts continue to make a real impact.
Please like and follow to support their mission➡️ https://linktr.ee/coastoflife_od
#StandWithUkraine#Friendship🇺🇸🇺🇦
⛑️I just received a video from a Ukrainian friend I met in Kherson during one of my earlier humanitarian trips. He's now serving as a defender, and the tourniquets I sent arrived safely.
➡️ Every act of solidarity matters.
Grateful to him and all the heroes on the frontline. Slava Ukraini🇺🇦
#Kherson #Ukraine#Firstaid#America #humanitarian #friends#Boston
🌅🇺🇦 It’s sunrise in Lviv, and I’m heading to my next destination: Odesa. This will be my first time volunteering with a small, community-led Ukrainian humanitarian group there, and I’m honored to join their work. I’ll be sure to share updates from the ground.
Wishing everyone a great day.✨
#Odesa #Ukraine #volunteer#Lviv #democracy #sunrise #humanitarian #boston #coach #humanitarianaid #freedom#slavaukraini#standwithukraine #photography
Dobry den from Lviv 🇺🇦
It’s my second day on the ground, and I’m headed to Lviv #Volunteer Kitchen.🥘🥕
🇺🇦 Today also marks Ukraine’s Independence Day. On August 24, Ukrainians celebrate 34 years of sovereignty—this year, for the fourth time, under the shadow of Russia’s full-scale invasion.
📞To those in the U.S. and allied countries: keep contacting your representatives. Urge continued support for #Ukraine.
Slava Ukraini🇺🇦
Day 1 of volunteering in Lviv 🇺🇦
Today also marks the Day of the National Flag of Ukraine—a powerful reminder of resilience and unity.🎂🌻
🌏 Proud to stand in solidarity. Whether it’s washing beets or unloading deliveries at the Lviv Volunteer Kitchen, every small act supports a larger mission. Our collective efforts can make a real difference.
✨Looking forward to tomorrow—I’ll continue sharing updates.
Slava Ukraini🇺🇦
#Lviv #Ukraine#Boston #volunteering #unity #peace #photography#EMT
🇺🇸First day back in #Lviv 🇺🇦 — this marks my third visit to the Lviv Volunteer Kitchen, where Ukrainian and international volunteers come together to prepare morale-boosting ready-made meals 🫕 for the heroes on the front lines.
If you’d like to support their incredible work, here’s the link➡️ https://linktr.ee/lvkitchen2014
🌻I’ll continue sharing updates from the ground, including reflections on #Ukraine ‘s rich #culture, and #history.
Slava Ukraini🇺🇦
Ukraine Humanitarian Trip Update 🇺🇦
Safely arrived in Warsaw🇵🇱. Prepping to take the bus into Ukraine soon. Once I’m in, I’ll take a moment to rest before diving into volunteer work alongside trusted Ukrainian partners.
Grateful for all the support—every act of solidarity matters. Slava Ukraini.🇺🇦
#Ukraine #Poland#Lviv#America #volunteer #humanitarianaid#Boston#EMT #freedom #democracy
🇺🇦🇺🇸✈️ Heading out for my sixth humanitarian volunteer trip to #Ukraine. Flights, buses, long haul ahead.
✅ My goal remains the same: raise awareness about the ongoing devastation, counter disinformation, and highlight the vital work of community led Ukrainian humanitarian organizations.
🙏🏽 Grateful for the support. Our collective efforts continue to make a real impact
Slava Ukraini 🇺🇦
#Boston#Volunteer#Kyiv #Odesa #Kharkiv#Lviv#Freedom#Democracy#Humanitarian#EMT #ukrainian
The Most Overlooked Move for #Aging Strong ➡️ Half kneeling + unilateral load
🎯 Why it matters (especially #over50):
This lift and press variation helps your body resist rotation, stabilize under asymmetrical load, and build strength where it counts.
✅ Fights #sarcopenia (age-related muscle loss)
✅ Supports #spine #health
✅ Builds hip & core stability
✅ Breath & motor control
✨ It’s never too late to get active.
#fitness #gym #life#Boston#Mobility#Boston#womenhealth #strongwomen
🚨Breaking News! My SPARTA strength class just leveled up at the Milano Senior Center in #Melrose (Ages 65–97) 💥
🧨 Heavier slam ball for explosive power and brain health
🪜 Agility ladders to boost coordination and balance
⚽️ Soccer balls for dynamic movement, and #fun
These upgrades support our mission: strength training, healthy #aging, and building #community —one rep at a time.
#seniorcare #strengthtraining #fitness #health #mentalhealth#Accessibility #workout #life#Inspiration#Boston
🇺🇸🇺🇦Just received confirmation and photos from trusted Ukrainian friends in Odesa, Kyiv, and Kharkiv—my donation of bandages and ⛑️ hemostatic napkins have arrived and will be delivered directly to defenders on the frontline.
➡️ Every act of solidarity matters.
Slava Ukraini 🇺🇦
#Ukraine#Boston #volunteer #medical #StandWithUkraine#HumanitarianAid
#democracy#Kyiv #Odesa #Kharkiv
This is what real strength looks like.💪🏾
💥Meet my #fitness clients, Judy and John. At 76 years young, they’ve completely transformed their lives since starting online strength training with me in 2022.
🎗️One is a #cancer survivor, and both have shown that consistent movement at home can change everything. They’ve gone from using resistance bands to enjoying gardening, and from doing push-ups to keeping up with their grandkids. 💥