A New Season of My Life

As the leaves will soon begin to change and we enter a new season, it is a great time to sit back and reflect on where we are in life. If the summer I’ve experienced is any indication of positive changes, my reflections will be amazing. 

On July 15th, 2023, I became Mrs. Rita Scholl Bergstrom. I am very grateful for entering this new stage in my life, and all the exciting changes that have come with it. A new name, a new family, and most importantly, a new husband, David Bergstrom.

Dave and I had been together for a year and a half leading up to our wedding date, but it became very clear to me early on that this man was meant for me at this time in my life. I feel very blessed to have met him. He shares the same calling and duty in caring for others, as he has worked in the medical field for the past 26 years, 22 years here in Bemidji, a delightful quality which has been so important to me throughout my own life.

For those of you who haven’t met Dave yet, allow me to gush about my new husband just a little bit! As I mentioned, he has been working for Sanford Medical for 22 years, currently in the Sanford Hospital Cardiac Care Unit. In addition to his full-time position, he is attending Northwest Technical College to earn his diploma in HVAC/plumbing . Quite active, Dave enjoys all sorts of outdoor activities: hunting, fishing, hiking, kayaking, skiing, biking. He truly has a zest for life that is just contagious! We laugh a LOT when we’re together, and it’s been a joy to find a kindred spirit where we both really enjoy each other’s company, a very important building block to a successful marriage! 

Another HUGE bunch of building blocks in our new life together is our new blended family! When I said “I Do” to Dave, I also said “I Do” to becoming a step-mom to two wonderful young men! David’s sons, Gavin and Trevor. Likewise, Dave became the step-dad to the lights of my life, Bethany (Blake) Sorrels and Craig (Wendi) Scholl, and a step-grandpa to my grandbabies; Esther, Julia, Jackson, and Ivy. The holidays will be a lot bigger for this family moving forward, and we can’t wait

Looking towards the future, we continue to grow and not just by the size of our family! As I mentioned, Dave is going to school for HVAC/plumbing, but I have also been furthering my own education! I have always been a lifelong learner, and value education and the positive changes it can bring. I have been pursuing a degree in Biomedical Engineering. Don’t worry, this does not mean I am moving on from Living Touch Massage! The knowledge and experience I have gained over the years as a bodyworker has inspired me to find additional avenues to help people. As I merge into these new stages of life, my passion to work with people and their wellness will continue to be my focus and delight. Massage will always be part of my inspiration and a core value. As we grow and adjust to the changes throughout life, for me, massage will always be a part of who I am.