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I’ve learned that when the atrium’s squeezing becomes irregular, blood doesn’t flow as smoothly through the heart and clots can form. Those clots can travel to the brain, disrupting the oxygen supply and causing a stroke. People with AFib are at approximately 5 times greater risk for stroke than those with regular heartbeats. Stroke is a leading cause of death and also of serious, long-term disability. It is essential to get to a hospital quickly if you suspect a stroke in yourself or others.Learn the acronym FAST to recognize the signs of stroke: 

F = Face. Ask the person to smile. Does one side of the face droop?

A = Arms. Ask the person to raise both arms. Does one arm drift downward? 

S = Speech. Ask the person to repeat a simple phrase. Is the speech slurred or strange?

T= Time. If you see any of these signs, call 9-1-1 right away.

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Thanks, @mediqcme, and Duke Heart. Supported by an educational grant from the Bristol Myers Squibb and Pfizer Alliance.
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Boob Tube, Cubicle Life, FABulous Women, The Water Cooler, Watercooler · May 24, 2011

Oprah’s Last Show: What will we do without her?


I can’t remember a time when the Oprah Winfrey Show wasn’t on the air. I was just 10 years old when the Oprah Winfrey Show was syndicated into our homes, becoming a staple much like bread, butter, and rice. In 1986, my mom went to a taping of the show when Oprah visited Phoenix where we lived and got pictures of the talk show phenom up close (she exclaimed, “I touched her leg!”). I learned very early on that Oprah wasn’t just a woman—she was a force of nature, an institution, and a very critical part of our American culture.

I watched everyday after school as she laughed and cried with her guests, gained and lost weight, changed her hairstyles, and became a legend. Her topics weren’t really of interest to me as a young girl and a teenager, but I still watched anyway because it didn’t feel normal NOT to watch.

In the 10th grade at Mandarin High School in Jacksonville, I took a drama class in which we had to do impromptu characters. The one I chose was Oprah, and it became my “signature”. I walked like her, talked like her, and always got a round of applause for my impression.

My dream was to one day be on Oprah and now I will never get that chance. I kind of feel a loss because you haven’t truly made it if you haven’t appeared on the Oprah Winfrey Show.

What will we do now?

March 25, 2011 will be her last original show. It is the second part of her two show farewell extravaganza that has brought out a who’s who in entertainment (Madonna, Beyonce, Michael Jordan, Tom Hanks just to name a few). This show will be the last taped program after 26 years in the game.

I’m a little teary eyed.

Not that I watched Oprah everyday (lately I’ve been too busy to), but it was always something I knew I could turn on when I wanted. No longer having that option, I do feel a void in daytime programming.

So where do we go from here? And who will fill her gigantic shoes? What will the world do without the Oprah Winfrey Show?

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Comments

  1. Kim says

    May 24, 2011 at 10:31 am

    I feel the same way. I have always admired Oprah. When she first debuted here on A.M. Chicago, my mom and aunts watched faithfully. I remember saying to my mom, I’ve never seen a plain lady like her on TV before and my mom said oh she won’t be plain for long! LOL!! I just love Oprah. She has done something so amazing. Thank God O magazine isn’t going away.

    Reply
    • The Cubicle Chick says

      May 25, 2011 at 5:55 pm

      Kim, yes we still have O the Magazine and OWN. I know now that she isn’t taping her talk show anymore, she will be more involved in other projects. Can’t wait to see how her next “evolution” pans out.

      Reply
  2. Diggame says

    May 24, 2011 at 7:35 pm

    I don’t think Oprah has went anywhere! Just strategically taking her game to another level at her new network!

    Reply
    • The Cubicle Chick says

      May 25, 2011 at 5:54 pm

      Diggame, I agree but she will be missed on daytime television. She’s been on for a quarter of a century and that is surely a long time. I am looking forward to seeing her more on OWN.

      Reply
  3. shaelafemme says

    June 1, 2011 at 7:39 pm

    Oprah is indeed a global icon to admire and praise, she and I share the same birthday, January 29th. Oprah has been blessed, she has interviewed everyone who’s anyone. I look forward to her next endeavor and wish her the best. It was time for her to move on.

    Reply
  4. shaelafemme says

    June 1, 2011 at 7:44 pm

    My oldest son was born the year Oprah launched her show, I was living in San Diego and a friend and I was so proud of a famous African American TV talk show host on the air, we knew she would make it. I feel connected to Opray in that way.

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February is American Heart Month, and I’ve partn February is American Heart Month, and I’ve partnered with @MedIQCME and Duke Health to raise awareness about atrial fibrillation (AFib), also known as irregular heartbeat which affects 12 million people.My father was diagnosed with AFib and my family has a history of this condition, so I do my best to learn as much as I can about it.

I’ve learned that when the atrium’s squeezing becomes irregular, blood doesn’t flow as smoothly through the heart and clots can form. Those clots can travel to the brain, disrupting the oxygen supply and causing a stroke. People with AFib are at approximately 5 times greater risk for stroke than those with regular heartbeats. Stroke is a leading cause of death and also of serious, long-term disability. It is essential to get to a hospital quickly if you suspect a stroke in yourself or others.Learn the acronym FAST to recognize the signs of stroke: 

F = Face. Ask the person to smile. Does one side of the face droop?

A = Arms. Ask the person to raise both arms. Does one arm drift downward? 

S = Speech. Ask the person to repeat a simple phrase. Is the speech slurred or strange?

T= Time. If you see any of these signs, call 9-1-1 right away.

Take this survey (link in bio) for the chance to win 1 of 5 $100 VISA gift cards—takes less than 10 minutes.

Thanks, @mediqcme, and Duke Heart. Supported by an educational grant from the Bristol Myers Squibb and Pfizer Alliance.
Another flower arranging therapy Reel, this time w Another flower arranging therapy Reel, this time with roses and a little Stevie Wonder. I could do this all day! 🌹 #traderjoes #flowers #roses #therapy #selfcare
Mimosas, beignets, and Benedicts, oh my! Brunch is Mimosas, beignets, and Benedicts, oh my! Brunch is my absolute favorite meal and @louieswinedive in Clayton treated us so well! I will definitely be back. 

#brunch #stl #stlouis #food #stlfoodie #hosted
Brunch vibes. #latergram #brunch #stl #stlouis Brunch vibes. #latergram #brunch #stl #stlouis
A generous heart is always open, always ready to r A generous heart is always open, always ready to receive our going and coming. In the midst of such love, we need never fear abandonment. This is the most precious gift true love offers – the experience of knowing we always belong.” — bell hooks
One more week before she goes back to school for h One more week before she goes back to school for her second semester. Reppin #stl and @seriessixcompany. 

#stlouis #collegekid #stlmade #mykid
Flower arranging has become the self-care I didn’t know I needed. It’s a tranquil and relaxing experience for me. Get into it. 💐 #traderjoes #flowers #therapy #selfcare
It was about a mellow mood & self-care for me toda It was about a mellow mood & self-care for me today as I spent the first day of the year taking care of my mind, body, and soul. It went something like this…. #newyear #selfcare #overforty #fortyish
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