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a letter from summer camp
In the spirit of a letter from summer camp . . . Dear Mom, I hardly know where to begin. Three weeks ago I had an incredible opportunity. I was given a scholarship to attend the PLANT STRONG Retreat in Black Mountain, NC, led by brother and sister duo, Rip and Jane Esselstyn. I had read their dad’s book, Prevent and Reverse Heart Disease, and though I already believed what they were teaching, I needed to be with them. I was weary, empty, spent. I needed to know I wasn’t alone

Deborah Garrard
Jun 4


the power of story, food, and symptom
“The most common way people give up their power is by thinking they don’t have any.” ~Alice Walker Whether you’ve known me for an hour,...

Deborah Garrard
Apr 4, 2023


walk with your whole body and mind
When springtime arrives, it’s time! Time to step outside and take a walk. I am a walker. You are, too. It’s how we get where we’re...

Deborah Garrard
Apr 23, 2023


the things that weigh us down
"If you want to fly, give up everything that weighs you down." ~Toni Morrison Easy come. Easy go. I wonder. Most of the things that...

Deborah Garrard
Apr 16, 2023


perfect love casts out fear
“Fear is the cheapest seat in the house. I’d like you in better living conditions.” ~Hafiz Let’s talk about the “F” word. No! not that...

Deborah Garrard
Apr 9, 2023
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