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Grounded in the Earth, our gardens represent nourishment at its source.

Rooted in the belief that food is medicine, the garden honors intentional growing, connection to nature, and the understanding that true wellness begins with the soil.

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Melissa Benzel

Master Gardener

Guided by

Garden Stewardship

I am a tireless advocate for the environment, creatures big and small, and food security through organic gardening. I believe every person and animal deserves access to fresh, healthy organic food. With a degree and background in horticulture, and as an OSU Master gardener, I previously helped develop home gardens, and currently I am on my path to becoming a Reiki Master. I am inspired to help create a sustainable organic Reiki food source and connect people to the earth, their food, and communities again for a healthy mind, body, and planet.

My passion for this project is deeply personal, stemming from my childhood experience growing up in the forest and living off the land. It taught me the value of connecting with the earth and the creatures that call it home. Outside of my work with Soulful Family Healings, I am a full-time mom and dental hygienist and am developing my skills with Reiki. I love spending time with my extended family, fur babies, and tending to my own organic garden. I am always eager to connect with others who are passionate about building more sustainable food communities am very honored to be an integral part of this mission.

 

For me, this work is sacred ~rooted in the soil, guided by the heart, and grown for generations to come.

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The Garden is Growing

COMING SOON

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