Accolades

"Music & stories, now that is what a women's conference is about."
"Amazing. Have her back. Awesome."
"Mary was outstanding in communicating the importance of storytelling to get and give information, to connect with ourselves & each other."
"I felt wonderful after this workshop. Such an amazing experience and a real pleasure!"
"I love to learn through story. Stays with me and was non-threatening. I loved Mary."
"I love the storytelling and music; interesting application for clients at restoring the self."
"Mary is a true professional."

- Comments from Women's Coalition of Washington Conference 10/10/ - 12/2007

"We were all spellbound by your stories! and music! What a gift you have."

- Joanne Koehler, Program Chair Everett Women’s Book Club 3/13/2006

"Awesome lessons in story telling. Enhances who I am as a female."
"Mary is a wonderful speaker, and I would love to hear her speak again."
"The healing and vulnerability of a story—a wonderful feeling."
"A wonderful story teller!"
"She modeled the authenticity she spoke about."
"Thanks for your confidence and well-defined sense of yourself, Mary!"

- Comments from Edmonds Community College Women’s Conference 3/11/2006

"More!"

- Audiences at Region 3 Retreat for Chemical Dependency Counselors 2/17 & 2/18/2005

"You do so many things with stories and your music. Thanks!"

- Lynn, Activities Director Edmonds Landing Assisted Living 10/2004

Mary Dessein
marystories@hotmail.com
2610 Wetmore Ave.
Everett, Washington 98201
425-879-4650