Michele’s original diary, in her own words. Additional context follows the story ↓

Dr. Michele Burklund Medicine Wild

IN THE WILD

Over 2,000 species of plants native to Crete

I decided to forage for wildflowers this morning around the mountains and came home with a gorgeous bouquet! Blue, purple, pink, red, green, white, yellow... and every hue in-between.

Added October 25, 2026 · Separate from the original diary

Science, tradition & further reading

From the original village journal

This personal entry is preserved in Michele’s original words, with the dates, observations, and references belonging to the time it was written. It offers a glimpse of her life and creative work in Crete.

Original writing: Medicine Wild Greek Diaries · 2015-06-07

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Source & original context

Personal writing from the original Medicine Wild archive. No new scientific or treatment claims are introduced in this story.