Susan K. Riley
Jane Sleigh
Mary Jane
Merri Lee
Gina Abrevaya Dyer

Twenty years ago I experienced a life altering family crisis. My one year old daughter had suffered through the first year of her life with chronic ear infections. The doctors feared hearing loss and suggested sugery. I found their conclusions unacceptable. Someone suggested I explore macrobiotics. I knew I would need helpand direction to make that transition. My immediate goal was to study with the best macrobiotic cooking teacher I could find.

I was then introduced to Marilyn Waxman. For the next five years I traveled weekly the 150 mile round trip to Marilyn's home with my two children in tow. In Marilyn's kitchen we talked, we cooked, we shared, and we grew in health and happiness. My daughter's ear infections ceased within six weeks of starting a macrobiotic diet. And I did this through the power of food, love and the guidance and friendship of a very special woman, Marilyn Waxman.

Susan K. Riley

In knowing Marilyn Waxman for the past ten years, first as a teacher, then as an employer, mentor, doula and friend, I have experienced positive effects both far reaching and deep. Her teaching and examples continue to touch my life daily and flow beyond me to those I love.

I remember how inspiring it was to cook with Marilyn. She brings to her classes not only her vast knowledge of food and it's roll in good health, but also a relaxed and humorous teaching style that made learning fun. And her food is delicious!

Marilyn was present at the birth of our second child and served as our doula for the following three weeks. This care made a significant difference to our whole family. The food, prepared with thought and love along with Marilyn's support and suggestions for infant care allowed me to rest, recover my strength and return to my daily life feeling encouraged and capable. I wish all mothers could experience the kind of help and support that I received from Marilyn.

The ongoing effects of Marilyn's influence are visible to me everyday as I watch my children flourish on a diet largely based on Marilyn's teachings. For me, the practical understanding of how to nourish myself and my family is the greatest gift of all.

Jane Sleigh

Hi Marilyn,

Wanted to thank you for the great class last Saturday.  It was fun, the food was delicious and you were a great teacher!  I noticed no food "hangovers" after eating what we prepared which is testimonial to eating healthy!

Mary Jane

Dear Marilyn,

We would like to thank you for all you did for us as our doula and also for the many fine meals you have prepared for us since!

It was wonderful having you here in the days and weeks after Will's birth. A feeling of calm came with you...Thank you for all you have done.

Merri Lee, Chris, Zoe & Will

We are a busy family! We try to maintain balance, but between the kid's activities with school, music and sports, my husband's job and my work there never seem to be enough hours in a day, or days in a week. We are often overwhelmed.

For many years I've understood the important connection between physical, mental and spiritual health and food. Now, it is most important for my family and I to honor this connection, however, it has never been harder to do. That is why Marilyn Waxman is so valuable.

Marilyn has the knowledge, experience and skill to help us maintain a healthy balanced lifestyle. She is a superb whole foods chef as well as teacher. Marilyn can prepare delicious meals for us or expertly coach me so I can learn to prepare them myself. Marilyn is well versed in the preparation of foods that heal and guides me with many of my family's health concerns. She has a deep understanding of the Asian principals of energy and an outstanding ability to apply it to a modern, western family. She is also a wonderful practitioner in the art of Shiatsu. Marilyn's holistic approach to food, family and lifestyle is perfect for my family.

We are so grateful for Marilyn's presence in our lives. She has enriched us for the past four years and we look forward to the many years to come

Gina Abrevaya Dyer