"Back in Line" with Dr. Mosier: More Than Cinnamon Rolls

How trying something new led to growth, connection, and a moment I’ll never forget

For months, I had been wanting to try something new—but never seemed to find the time. I wanted to make homemade cinnamon rolls.

Why? Because I like a challenge… and I wanted to see if I could beat the store-bought version.

Well, it turns out Mr. Pillsbury knows exactly what he’s doing—especially compared to a baking amateur who arrogantly refuses to follow a recipe properly.

Even though I’m accepting defeat on this one, the process was still a win.

Ethan and I had an absolute blast making them together (and yes, the whole adventure is on Facebook if you want to see the chaos). We laughed, made a mess, and ran into a few obstacles—like when the noodle roller didn’t cooperate. So, we improvised and figured it out as we went.

But the biggest win came later.

As I was putting him down for his nap, I looked at him and said, “Ethan, thank you for helping me with the cinnamon rolls today. I’m so proud of you.”

You should have seen those big blue eyes. He just melted into my arms. That moment right there—that was the real victory.

Now, after taste-testing our “creation,” Ellen gently suggested I stick with chiropractic… and honestly, she’s probably right.

But we tried something new. And that matters.

In our purpose statement, one of our key words is EMPOWER, built on two core values: Growth and Wisdom.

You’ve probably heard it said: you’re either green and growing or ripe and rotting.

My hope is to remain a lifelong learner—someone who embraces challenges, learns from mistakes, and continues to grow. Because when you consistently pursue growth, wisdom eventually follows.

We often learn by the example set before us. That’s why I hope I’m leading these boys well—showing them what it looks like to keep striving, to keep growing, and to believe they are capable of overcoming.

Because part of growth is believing that: You are an overcomer. You are an achiever.

So let me ask you—Do you believe in yourself enough to invest in yourself?

No matter your age, when a father—or a father figure you respect—tells you he’s proud of you, those words carry weight.

I still remember the moment my parents dropped me off at college (100 years ago) and dad told me that he was proud of me. It was brief—but I can still remember exactly where I was standing. It stuck.

Dads are proud of their kids—even if we don’t say it enough.

So, how much more proud is our Heavenly Father of us?

But here’s the deeper question: Are you proud of you?

Do you believe you’re worth investing in? Are the healthy habits worth it?

The first quarter of 2026 is already behind us.

Are you proud of how it turned out?

Your friend,

Dr. Mosier