A few years ago, I wrote the poem If I Get Alzheimer’s as I walked through my dad’s journey with this wicked disease. Instead of waiting for the potential, I decided to start fighting back. In my research to help my dad, I kept finding things that would help—or would have helped had we caught the disease earlier. And there were signs, early signs, … [Read more...]
The Love Language of Food
Food was my mother’s language of love. My memories are filled with the aroma of fresh garlic and onions from my father’s garden sizzling in a pan calling us to dinner. The smell of banana bread baking in the oven at Christmas time. And always, a properly set table, waiting for whoever she invited to join us. My mother was passionate about … [Read more...]
Aromatherapy Enthusiast Should Attend the NAHA Beyond Aromatics VI Conference
As an aromatherapist deeply rooted in both tradition and innovation, I can’t overstate the transformative power of gathering with peers and mentors in the aromatherapy world. That’s exactly what the NAHA (National Association for Holistic Aromatherapy) conference offers—an immersive experience where the fragrant world of essential oils comes alive … [Read more...]
A Family that Mourns Together, Stays Together
On June 29, 2025, we laid my dad to rest beside the love of his life, my mom, Kelley Mohs. On a perfect Whidbey Island day our little family gathered for a private family burial. Afterwards I read and recorded on my parents' neighborhood beach. You were my welcome mat to life, my home base, my touchstone, and my handrail. You steadied my … [Read more...]
And That Will Be That :: In Memory of My Dad
I started writing notes on my phone the day I sensed that my dad was dying. He passed today and I am sharing some of those notes in his memory. Today I sensed we have stepped onto the path of goodbyeAnd you are swiftly walking me to my car.This is familiar ground.This sacred ground hereAt the veil between this life and heaven.I feel oddly … [Read more...]
Find Me on Audible Audiobooks
You can now find many of my books on Audible Audiobooks. I love to listen to Audible so I was thrilled when I got the opportunity to take part in the beta program to turn many of my books into Audible books with virtual voice. I was never going to have the time to sit down and record all my books so this is quite a blessing. The following titles … [Read more...]
Adventures in Dubai Chocolate
Have you heard the fuss about Dubai Chocolate? Let me tell you, it is worth the fuss! Dubai chocolate has amazing flavor, and the crunch takes it over the top. My first taste of Dubai Chocolate Strawberry Cup at The Horn in Nashville. I loved it so much I had to come up with my own version to make at home. And then that inspired me to make a Dubai … [Read more...]
Farewell, Good and Faithful Servant :: In Memory of Pastor Tom
Pastor Tom had a smile at the ready and pocketful's more to share. In joyful moments and in crisis his hands were ready to help or lift you up in prayer. For a season I lived in the world Pastor Tom helped create. Our lives centered around the church, school, and mission that he helped build. We did life with the families he brought together. … [Read more...]
I am a Fan of You, Unapologetically
I am a fan of you, unapologetically. Being your mother gave more purpose to my life than I ever imagined. The joy of us being tethered forever feeds my soul. We are tethered by DNA, shared traits, and by your fetal cells that remain in me, and my material cells still in you. These traveling cells that we exchanged remain embedded in each of us, … [Read more...]
My Grandmother’s Kuchen Recipe
For special occasions my mom would make my grandmother's recipe for German Kuchen. In all our years living in Germany I never had a Kuchen that quite matched my grandmother's recipe, but years later I did find the same Kuchen at a grocery store in North Dakota. I don't know the whole history of this particular recipe, but it is delicious. It … [Read more...]
Rage Bait
Division. Rage. Conflict. I’ve felt it loudly as I’ve walked silently through this time in history. The extremes of both sides have closed their ears and left their mouths wide open projecting undigested hate. Hardened hearts send sparks that start wildfires. Pundits fan the flames from both sides. Agitators add fuel. And as a society we … [Read more...]
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