Goodbyes are hard....

 

My husband and I started Herbs First in 1997 when the internet was still pretty new. We had been searching for a new business and wanted something that had meaning. We had been using Dr. Christopher’s formulas for about ten years and found them to have amazing healing qualities. Dr. Christopher’s Formulas could only be found in stores back then, so we approached the Christopher family to see if we could start an online store with their products. They said yes, and so Herbs First was born, and we were the first to offer these products online.

My best memory will be of all the great customers who have stayed with us all of these years. It always thrilled me to recognize people’s names as the orders came in. I have written thousands of emails giving links and answers to your questions.  Over the years I have taken over 2400 phone orders and even more calls which we started doing in 2009. I loved taking the orders, talking to real people, getting to know you, and giving advice of what I would do were it me in your situation. I consider you my friends and I will certainly miss this part of my life.

Indeed, I thought I would continue on for many more years, but things change. We want to be able to serve in our church and community, and help our children and grandchildren more. We want to travel and be free to do what we want to do. Our big passion is biking, we even bike in the winter. The photo is a railroad bike ride in the redwoods from earlier this year. We are ready for more fun times without restraints!

What does that mean for Herbs First? Our good friend Jeff Thompson who has been our shipping manager for over 23 years will be taking the reins. He has been in the health and wellness business for over 30 years. He has done an amazing job for us all of these years, and we are thrilled that he will be running things from here on out.

What does that mean for you? Lower prices starting with Dr. Christopher’s formulas being 35% off retail and free shipping on orders over $85.00. Many people have mentioned the great care that is taken with their products. That will continue, as Jeff has always been meticulous when it comes to packaging. Jeff has other things planned and he will let you know of them as they happen.

It is now time to say goodbye to you my friends. I appreciate your support and wish you all the best with your health as you continue on your journey to wellness.

Sincerely,

Kathryn & Don Mechling