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From the offices of Melissa M. Monroe, Ph.D., L.Ac, news and tips for maintaining your healthโ€” body, mind, and soul.

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About Melissa M. Monroe

Doctor of acupuncture. Parent of Grace and Alice. Writer of words. Teacher of Pilates and yoga. Cooker of meals. Hiker of dusty trails. Dancer of dances. Researcher of science, religion and the esoteric. Watcher of baseball. Lover of Chris.

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