The Life of an Influencer

by Adelina | Aug 31, 2024

Hello, fabulous friends! I’m FlyGrannyBk, your go-to muse for aging with grace, style, and beauty. Today, I’m pulling back the curtain on what it’s really like to be an influencer who loves flaunting silver locks and living life to the fullest. Let’s chat about the highs, the lows, and everything in between.

How It All Started

Believe it or not, my influencer adventure began as a simple IG page in Brooklyn, where I would post family pics and snippets from my everyday life. The pivotal moment? Ditching the dye. That single decision changed the trajectory of my life. In 2020, I embraced my natural gray hair and became a full-fledged influencer. By 2021, I had turned this passion into a business, started monetizing my content, and brands began reaching out to me for hair and skin care collaborations.

Celebrating Milestones and Motivation

Reaching 100k followers was like tasting a sweet slice of validation cake! It was a significant milestone that made all the hard work feel SO worth it and inspired me to keep inspiring you. My goal is simple yet profound—to inspire women to shine bright no matter their age. Our gray hair is our crown, and trust me, it sparkles beautifully when you wear it with confidence!

Facing Trolls and Tight Schedules

Now, let’s talk about some of the challenges. For every ray of sunshine, there’s a cloud or two, and yes, I’m talking about the trolls. No matter how positive you are, someone will always have something negative to say. But here’s the tea, my dear Silver Sisters—those negative Nellies will never outshine our inner radiance.

Traveling for shoots across the US is another blessing wrapped in a challenge. It’s exhilarating but can feel daunting when your schedule gets packed. The key? Finding balance and making sure to indulge in some self-care along the way.

Advice for Aspiring Influencers

For those of you dreaming of joining the influencer world, here’s my two cents wrapped in love and sprinkled with wisdom:

Stay True to Yourself: Authenticity is your best accessory. Be your fabulous self and stick to your values. This is what builds a loyal, engaged following.
Consistency is Crucial: Regular posting and engaging with your audience keeps the connection alive. Think of it as watering a beautiful garden—you nurture it consistently to see it bloom.
Hard Work Pays Off: Being an influencer isn’t just about taking cute photos. It’s dedication, perseverance, and sometimes a sprinkle of late nights editing content.
Learn from Challenges: Every hiccup is a lesson. Whether it’s dealing with negativity or managing a whirlwind schedule, these experiences only add more chapters to your story.
Use Your Platform for Good: Inspire, uplift, and share your knowledge. Remember, your influence can make a difference in someone’s life. That’s powerful stuff!

Insights from the Journey

Being an influencer has taught me that age is no barrier to living your dreams. It’s about celebrating who you are, right here and now. If you need more motivation to step into your power, join the Silver Sisters Crew here at FlyGrannyBk.com! Together, we’ll continue to break societal norms and redefine what it means to age with flair.

Remember, you’re never too old to set new goals or dream a new dream. Keep shining, Silver Sisters!

Stay connected with me on Instagram at @flygrannybk for daily doses of inspiration, style tips, and behind-the-scenes looks at my influencer life.

Keep shining, Silver Sisters!

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I don’t play around about hydration—especially at higher altitude here in PV. A hair analysis test reminded me to pay attention to what I’m drinking, so filtering my water through Epic became a non-negotiable. It removes up to 99.99% of the stuff I don’t want in my body.
Healthy living starts inside.
Comment “water” below and  Use FLY15 for 15% off your first order.

Drinking water and minding our business!

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I don’t play around about hydration—especially at higher altitude here in PV. A hair analysis test reminded me to pay attention to what I’m drinking, so filtering my water through Epic became a non-negotiable. It removes up to 99.99% of the stuff I don’t want in my body.
Healthy living starts inside.
Comment “water” below and  Use FLY15 for 15% off your first order.

Drinking water and minding our business!

#HydrationMatters #EpicWaterFilters #HealthyFromWithin #ProAgingWellness #FlyGrannyBK

That’s messed up, I know.
Not throwing these away…18 years ago- I look guhd!😂

Who can relate?

#agelessbeauty
#relatable
#saturdayvibes
#humor#fyp

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That’s messed up, I know.
Not throwing these away…18 years ago- I look guhd!😂

Who can relate?

#agelessbeauty
#relatable
#saturdayvibes
#humor#fyp

Always been a Fashionista Diva. Back in high school—and later at F.I.T. in the late ’70s—I lived for those student fashion shows. We were young, bold, and chasing our creative dreams with nothing but talent, pins, and pure hustle. The ’70s… what a decade. Still one of my favorites, and 1970s styles are forever…
Swipe to see:
1. Wearing a design by my late friend Earl Eppinger
2. Rocking my own Quiana creation 3–5. A mix of fashion shows that shaped my eye
3. High School Fashion Show
4. Lounging on the couch
5. Hallway vibes in the Gowanus Projects
And somewhere in the background, Prince was debuting in ’79—hair laid to the heavens and looking better than mine.The rest, as they say, is history.
What is your favorite thing about the 70s?

#tbt
#backintheday
#thenandnow
#70sfashion #Vintage70s #70sGlam

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Always been a Fashionista Diva. Back in high school—and later at F.I.T. in the late ’70s—I lived for those student fashion shows. We were young, bold, and chasing our creative dreams with nothing but talent, pins, and pure hustle. The ’70s… what a decade. Still one of my favorites, and 1970s styles are forever…
Swipe to see:
1. Wearing a design by my late friend Earl Eppinger
2. Rocking my own Quiana creation 3–5. A mix of fashion shows that shaped my eye
3. High School Fashion Show
4. Lounging on the couch
5. Hallway vibes in the Gowanus Projects
And somewhere in the background, Prince was debuting in ’79—hair laid to the heavens and looking better than mine.The rest, as they say, is history.
What is your favorite thing about the 70s?

#tbt
#backintheday
#thenandnow
#70sfashion #Vintage70s #70sGlam

There must be something in the air. I have been purging my closet for a while.
I can’t count how many bags of clothing and stuff we donated this year alone.
So when @dianebrittsmith posted about purging, it resonated with me because I’m purging too.
When I was selling vintage clothing, I used to go to estate sales and I would leave them with mixed feelings because although I would leave with all of the spoils and great vintage clothing, it made me very sad that we stood in line to get in and then rummaged over items that were an important part of peoples lives.Their cherished belongings. Their collectibles. Their lives. Reminder to self
- you can’t take it with you.
Anywho-I went to the consignment shop and they took half of the items. What’s left I’ll have to give away. It must go!

Are you in a phase of getting rid of stuff?

#grayhairdontcare
#silversister
#purging

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There must be something in the air. I have been purging my closet for a while.
I can’t count how many bags of clothing and stuff we donated this year alone.
So when @dianebrittsmith posted about purging, it resonated with me because I’m purging too.
When I was selling vintage clothing, I used to go to estate sales and I would leave them with mixed feelings because although I would leave with all of the spoils and great vintage clothing, it made me very sad that we stood in line to get in and then rummaged over items that were an important part of peoples lives.Their cherished belongings. Their collectibles. Their lives. Reminder to self
- you can’t take it with you.
Anywho-I went to the consignment shop and they took half of the items. What’s left I’ll have to give away. It must go!

Are you in a phase of getting rid of stuff?

#grayhairdontcare
#silversister
#purging

Nothing fancy, just getting out while our kitchen is getting a facelift .
Lunch for us is probably dinner time for you folks on the east coast.
We chose @wzasianbistro_pv
our quick go to for a good lunch.
Note to self, this late lunch will probably be dinner too. #notcookingtonight
#silversister
#lunchdate
#enjoylife
#maturecouple
#swirllife
#interraciallove

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Nothing fancy, just getting out while our kitchen is getting a facelift .
Lunch for us is probably dinner time for you folks on the east coast.
We chose @wzasianbistro_pv
our quick go to for a good lunch.
Note to self, this late lunch will probably be dinner too. #notcookingtonight
#silversister
#lunchdate
#enjoylife
#maturecouple
#swirllife
#interraciallove

Ponder this:

“It is never too late to be what you might have been.” — George Eliot

“Finish each day and be done with it… Tomorrow is a new day.” — Ralph Waldo Emerson

Every sunrise gives us another chance to grow, glow, and begin again. Remember, God’s mercies are new every morning! It’s another chance to begin again .
So if yesterday sucked, get some good sleep, and start over .
I’m embracing this season with grace, a little grit, and a whole lot of silver magic. Starting fresh never gets old — and neither do we. ✨

#MondayMotivation
#silvermagic
#SilverHairSiren
#GrayHairDontCare #Over60AndFabulous

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Ponder this:

“It is never too late to be what you might have been.” — George Eliot

“Finish each day and be done with it… Tomorrow is a new day.” — Ralph Waldo Emerson

Every sunrise gives us another chance to grow, glow, and begin again. Remember, God’s mercies are new every morning! It’s another chance to begin again .
So if yesterday sucked, get some good sleep, and start over .
I’m embracing this season with grace, a little grit, and a whole lot of silver magic. Starting fresh never gets old — and neither do we. ✨

#MondayMotivation
#silvermagic
#SilverHairSiren
#GrayHairDontCare #Over60AndFabulous

The wind was tossing everything
today, but not me.
Being rooted in the Word and standing
on Christ the Solid Rock, you don’t get blown off course.
In life, Storms can swirl — but I
stay planted on a firm foundation.

“On Christ the Solid Rock I Stand, all other ground is sinking sand”

Can I get an Amen??

#flygrannybk
#womanoffaith
#sundayservice
#inspiration

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The wind was tossing everything
today, but not me.
Being rooted in the Word and standing
on Christ the Solid Rock, you don’t get blown off course.
In life, Storms can swirl — but I
stay planted on a firm foundation.

“On Christ the Solid Rock I Stand, all other ground is sinking sand”

Can I get an Amen??

#flygrannybk
#womanoffaith
#sundayservice
#inspiration

I wanted to dispel all the negativity around menopause. I mean, the challenges are real, but It sounds so scary, and I’m glad that we have the information that our mothers didn’t have, and we can take action. So to my younger sisters, who are about to enter that phase, never fear; you’ve made it this far!!
I’m not negating the hot flashes, the emotional mood swings, or the changes that many experience. Everything feels different, and everyone is different. For example, many women have terrible hot flashes. Me? I never had them, but I did have emotional mood swings, and that was very real. You might have a phase of losing your libido. You might have a phase of heightened libido. It’s all a crapshoot. The good news is today we have options. The availability of bioidentical hormones and other holistic treatments are very beneficial blessings that our parents didn’t have access to.
I’m not saying it’s a cakewalk, but you have to be proactive. I had terrible gynecologists that just did not help me for about 10 years until I found some good ones. If you’re not happy with your gynecologist, no matter how long you’ve been going to them, advocate for yourself and get a new one.
Now that I’m on the other side, and postmenopausal, I can look back and say these things. It’s just one of the inevitable things. A change of life, as our parents used to say, so take life by the horns and keep it moving.

Oh, I forgot to add - you can wear white without fear!

I am not a doctor or expert so of course check with your physician before using them . This is my personal experience and here are a few supplements that helped me during Peri and Menopause:

Estrotone
Wild Yam Cream
Progesterone Cream

Comment PAUSE below and I’ll send direct links to these supplements.

What stage are you in?

#menopausal
#postmenopausal
#positiveoutlook
#over60
#grownandsexy

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I wanted to dispel all the negativity around menopause. I mean, the challenges are real, but It sounds so scary, and I’m glad that we have the information that our mothers didn’t have, and we can take action. So to my younger sisters, who are about to enter that phase, never fear; you’ve made it this far!!
I’m not negating the hot flashes, the emotional mood swings, or the changes that many experience. Everything feels different, and everyone is different. For example, many women have terrible hot flashes. Me? I never had them, but I did have emotional mood swings, and that was very real. You might have a phase of losing your libido. You might have a phase of heightened libido. It’s all a crapshoot. The good news is today we have options. The availability of bioidentical hormones and other holistic treatments are very beneficial blessings that our parents didn’t have access to.
I’m not saying it’s a cakewalk, but you have to be proactive. I had terrible gynecologists that just did not help me for about 10 years until I found some good ones. If you’re not happy with your gynecologist, no matter how long you’ve been going to them, advocate for yourself and get a new one.
Now that I’m on the other side, and postmenopausal, I can look back and say these things. It’s just one of the inevitable things. A change of life, as our parents used to say, so take life by the horns and keep it moving.

Oh, I forgot to add - you can wear white without fear!

I am not a doctor or expert so of course check with your physician before using them . This is my personal experience and here are a few supplements that helped me during Peri and Menopause:

Estrotone
Wild Yam Cream
Progesterone Cream

Comment PAUSE below and I’ll send direct links to these supplements.

What stage are you in?

#menopausal
#postmenopausal
#positiveoutlook
#over60
#grownandsexy

Episode 3:

When I first whispered the idea of going gray to Dave, I half-expected resistance. My family was already supportive-but this was a fairly new relationship when I decided to make a drastic change-and men are visual creatures. You know how it is — we brace ourselves for opinions before anyone even gives one. But when I told my then-boyfriend, now husband, that I was ready to embrace my grays, he surprised me. Supportive, a little cautious, but he didn’t flinch.
I moved forward anyway. First came the dread extensions. Then, when enough silver pushed through, I added gray braids. That’s when everything clicked — the visual made it real. We both finally saw what my future hair would look like, and he loved it.
If you’re on this journey too, here’s what I learned: once you accept it, the people who love you follow your lead. Confidence is contagious. And yes, having someone like Dave in your corner helps, but the real turning point was me choosing to own it.
Your gray story begins the moment you decide to stop hiding from yourself. The rest falls into place.
Are you on the fence, but afraid of what others might think?
I dare say once you approve of yourself, everyone else will fall in line.
#grayhairjourney
#silversister
#silvercouple
#interracialdating
#embracethegray
#ditchthedye
#proagemovement

There are lots of baby bloomers out there. Are you considering a gray hair journey?

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Episode 3:

When I first whispered the idea of going gray to Dave, I half-expected resistance. My family was already supportive-but this was a fairly new relationship when I decided to make a drastic change-and men are visual creatures. You know how it is — we brace ourselves for opinions before anyone even gives one. But when I told my then-boyfriend, now husband, that I was ready to embrace my grays, he surprised me. Supportive, a little cautious, but he didn’t flinch.
I moved forward anyway. First came the dread extensions. Then, when enough silver pushed through, I added gray braids. That’s when everything clicked — the visual made it real. We both finally saw what my future hair would look like, and he loved it.
If you’re on this journey too, here’s what I learned: once you accept it, the people who love you follow your lead. Confidence is contagious. And yes, having someone like Dave in your corner helps, but the real turning point was me choosing to own it.
Your gray story begins the moment you decide to stop hiding from yourself. The rest falls into place.
Are you on the fence, but afraid of what others might think?
I dare say once you approve of yourself, everyone else will fall in line.
#grayhairjourney
#silversister
#silvercouple
#interracialdating
#embracethegray
#ditchthedye
#proagemovement

There are lots of baby bloomers out there. Are you considering a gray hair journey?

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