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How Far We've Come - Reflections from a Mylk Maid
Last weekend was our biggest sales weekend to date and I am filled with immense gratitude. As we approach wrapping up our 6th full year in business next month, I find myself reflecting on how far we have come.
When I started aMYLK, I barely had two pennies to rub together, was a single mom with four children to provide for independently and no home to call our own. For five of the last 6 years I didn't even have my own bedroom. I cannot explain to you WHY on Earth I decided to... Why I Don't Make Oat MilkEarly last week I was at Costco picking up some basics and I stumbled upon Califia Farm's Pumpkin Spice Oat Milk beverage. I got a little mad when I read the nutrition facts panel and filmed a quick video, which I posted to Instagram. Everyone always asks me why I don't make oat milk. I've been reluctant to write about it and rain on everyone's parade because oat milk seems like such a good choice for both human health and for the environment, but in my opinion, it's not. Keep in mind, I'm not a nutritionist, an MD or a... Celebrating 5 Years
Today, I'm taking a moment to celebrate. I started aMYLK with a dream and very little else other than my conviction. Perhaps compulsion is a better word. I simply won't give up, no matter how hard it is sometimes. I have to do this.
Why Your Immune System Can't Keep UpGut problems, mental health problems, brain health problems and autoimmune problems are at all time highs. Why? It's the food. Our food system is broken and only you can fix it. It's up to the consumer to choose. Big Business won't change, unless you stop buying what they're selling. The Stories We Tell OurselvesHi Friend. It's me, Amy. I'm popping in today with one of my most raw, vulnerable and philosophical posts about the stories we tell and how they effect our outlook and our wellness. |