Advocating for me and my family's health has been a lifetime journey. My dad ignited my passion for natural medicine in 1977 when my face was badly burned while my mom and I were making candles. In the emergency room the doctor told us that I’d have burn scars on my face forever. As a young girl that terrified me. Every single night for at least a … [Read more...]
Patient, Heal Thyself
I know that the real quote is "Physician, heal thyself" from Luke 4:23. My takeaway from this quote is the idea that you cannot fill the cup of others unless your cup is full, too. This is not only true of physicians, but of all of us living in broken bodies. Those with Ehler's Danlos Syndrome (EDS) have particularly flawed bodies. If I am … [Read more...]
My Sourdough Journey
I didn't jump on the sourdough trend in 2020 when the whole world seemed to take it up during the pandemic. I took it up in my journey to find ways to make food easier to digest for my daughter Selah after her diagnosis with both Gastroparesis and Crohn's Disease. I was lucky enough to be tutored by another Maker who has become a friend over the … [Read more...]
Peanut Chicken Soup Recipe
My first business was a restaurant. We served two from scratch soups per day. I made up a lot of soup recipes during that time. This Peanut Chicken Soup recipe is one of my all-time favorites from the time. Peanut Chicken Soup RecipeIngredients1 whole Chicken1 tbsp Red Miso4-6 Garlic Cloves, chopped1 finger Ginger, grated1 bunch Cilantro, … [Read more...]
FTC Action Against dōTERRA Distributors for Unfounded COVID-19 Claims
You cannot make medical claims about essential oils. Don’t shoot the messenger. It is simply the law. Both the FDA and the FTC have rules on the books that all essential oils companies, sellers, and distributors must follow. Recently the Department of Justice acted on the behalf of the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) against three dōTERRA … [Read more...]
The Monday After Super Bowl
Have you ever pondered what you would tell your younger self? I do. I think back to specific moments, and I want to whisper to my young heart, “You will be okay. This is not the end of the world. You will get stronger. You will grow resilient and empowered under the weight of this current shame, failure, disappointment, loss, and hardship. Have … [Read more...]
When I am Gone
When I’m gone—you will be okay. It may not feel like it on that first day or even the first year. But just as my mom’s last words to me were, “I know you are going to be okay, Kayla”—I promise that you too will be okay. Here are a few words of advice for when you start your expedition to being okay on grief’s long journey. When I’m gone … [Read more...]
Ehlers Danlos Syndrome Awareness Month
May is Ehlers Danlos Syndrome Awareness Month. I did not know that I had a genetic disorder and had passed it onto my kids until my daughter Selah was diagnosed with EDS. As the doctor conducted the tests on Selah, I was thinking to myself that my body moved the same way as her body did. The doctor turned to me and asked what parent had EDS. I … [Read more...]
Reflections of Motherhood on Mother’s Day
In the twilight of motherhood it is easy to look back with regret to all the could have, would have, should have times that are so evasively behind us. I've had moments of regret. The times I should have shown more patience, been more present, and shown unconditional love more purely. Motherhood is hard. It didn’t come naturally to me. I … [Read more...]
In the Echo
Today—the woman who planted dreams, trained dancers and dance teachers, and influenced generations, Miss Ann Carroll, went to dance in heaven. In the shadow of greatness, the dance studio that Miss Ann founded, continues to live out her legacy. The sound of music and laughter have echo through the halls of Ann Carroll School of Dance since 1970. … [Read more...]
Join Me at The Aroma Summit
I am super excited to be a speaker at The Aroma Summit, a virtual event where Aromatherapists Share Their Secrets For a Healthy Mind, Body and Spirit in a Constantly Changing World. There are 33 speakers from around the world. The Aroma Summit is a free event, but with a VIP ALL-Access Pass you get even more! In fact if you are a serious student of … [Read more...]
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