Host to Thrive: Life on the Fifth Floor
Book Gathering Experience Hosted by the Dukes
August 08, 2025 | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM Venue: Loganville, Georgia
An Intimate Celebration of Midlife Power, Purpose & Possibility
What a warm and inspiring evening in Loganville! On August 8th, the Host to Thrive: Life on the Fifth Floor Book Gathering Experience found a cozy and welcoming stop at the Dukes Home and it was truly special.
In an intimate circle of kindred spirits, we shared stories, laughter, and heartfelt reflections on midlife as a time of renewal, clarity, and bold transformation. The atmosphere was rich with connection, and every conversation felt like a spark of possibility.
It was a beautiful reminder that this chapter of life is brimming with light and we are here to embrace it fully, together.
📸 Event Highlights:
An Empowering Author Connection
In a heartfelt and engaging exchange, Dana Waters, joined by moderator and fellow author Belva Bell, shared personal reflections from Life on the Fifth Floor, setting a beautiful tone for an afternoon of self-discovery, intention, and joy.
Inspiring Conversations on Midlife Possibilities
A lively Q&A invited honest dialogue about growth, purpose, and the exciting opportunities that unfold in our fifties and beyond, leaving guests inspired to step boldly into their own next chapter.
Heartfelt Bonds & Shared Stories
Attendees opened up about their own midlife moments, creating genuine connections through shared experiences, deep conversation, and mutual encouragement.
Meaningful Mementos
Each guest took home a pre-signed copy of the book and companion journal, keepsakes to guide and inspire them as they continue crafting the life they envision.
Spreading the Light
Many guests left with extra copies to gift to friends and loved ones, eager to share the book’s uplifting message of hope, empowerment, and reinvention.
📖 About the Book
Life on the Fifth Floor is more than a book, it’s a movement. A call to action to reset, reimagine, and reclaim your purpose in midlife and beyond. The book paired with its companion journal, it leads readers on a transformative path to reset, rise, and reinvent their lives.
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🙏🏽Thank You, Loganville!
Thank you to everyone who joined us. Your presence, your stories, and your brilliance made this gathering unforgettable. Your energy lit up the space and added so much meaning to the movement.
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This unforgettable evening is part of my Host to Thrive: The Fifth Floor Book Gathering Experience, a program dedicated to celebrating life, connection, and growth on the fifth floor of life.
If you’d like to bring this unique and inspiring experience to your own community, whether it’s at a bookstore, café, community center, or even your living room, I’d love to hear from you.
Let’s keep rising and creating together.