My father is 91.

A gentle warrior in every sense, he begins each morning with the same ritual - attempting to write a few lines. It's not much, but it’s his way of affirming that he’s still here, still sharp, still trying. Over the years, as age crept in and his hands began to tremble, this ritual became harder. His writing turned to scribbles, often indecipherable. 

He tried everything - better pens, physiotherapy, changes in diet, but nothing brought lasting improvement. Still, every morning, he returned to his desk: hunched over a piece of paper, writing a few lines, only to quietly tear it up when it didn’t come out right. But he never gave up. The next day, he’d be right back at it again. Watching this quiet perseverance, day after day, has been deeply humbling, especially knowing how much this small act meant to him.

Recently, with very little expectations, we turned to something I work closely with - essential oils. I have always believed in the power of pure essential oils to bring balance, clarity, and relief, but this time, it felt deeply personal. 

We blended 12 drops each of Lavender, Frankincense, Rosemary, and Vetiver in 50 ml of Jojoba Oil. 

Why we thought It Might Work: 

• Lavender calms the nervous system

• Frankincense supports neurological function and inner stillness

• Rosemary enhances mental clarity and circulation

• Vetiver grounds the emotions and strengthens the nerves

• Jojoba Oil acts as a gentle, nourishing base

We applied the blend three times a day, gently massaging it onto the back of his neck, temples, behind his ears, and on his forehead before sleep. 

What happened over the next two days was remarkable ! This synergy of nature brought back ease, grace, and a little miracle to our lives.

His handwriting, once shaky and barely legible, became noticeably clearer. The loops were fuller, the letters more confident. Not only he, but we could also read what he wrote. And for the first time in years, his face lit up with the joy of reclaiming something that had quietly slipped away.

We’re not calling this a cure. But it is relief. Tangible, visible, meaningful relief. Enough to give him back a sense of dignity, control, and pride. Enough to make him smile a little more.

We’ve made this oil blend a part of his daily routine, just like his writing. And why wouldn’t we? In a world filled with synthetic shortcuts, here is nature offering gentle support that works.

Lavender calms the nervous system. Frankincense nurtures the mind-body connection. Rosemary stimulates mental clarity and circulation. Vetiver grounds the emotions and strengthens the nerves. Together in Jojoba oil, they create a synergy that - for my father - has made all the difference.

But here’s something important: not all essential oils are created equal.

What made this possible was not just the combination, but the purity of each drop. Only 100% pure, undiluted, therapeutic-grade essential oils retain the powerful natural compounds that influence our nervous system, emotions, and focus. The diluted, chemically altered, or adulterated ones won’t work, at least not like this.

That’s why we trust nature in its purest form. Because real healing, however small, begins with what’s real and pure.

Sometimes, healing doesn’t mean reversing age or curing an ailment. Sometimes, healing is simply about bringing back joy in the smallest rituals of life — like writing your name with a steady hand.

We are grateful - to nature, to essential oils and to the quiet courage of those who keep trying, no matter how hard it gets.

If you have an elderly parent or loved one facing something similar, maybe this blend can bring them relief too. And if it does, know that it was born from love — and a 91-year-old man’s unwavering will to write.

🌀 Meraki Essentials / Ajenya Naturals
🌿 Crafted with care. Rooted in love.