Message from Gail Sharp

August 2025

Many years ago, I was at a department store trying on a pair of 4-inch high heels. Pointed toes. High fashion. Sexy. It was the only type of shoe I wore at my corporate job in Chicago. Comfortable? No!

I was with a friend and sitting close to us was an older woman (probably my age now) trying on black sneaker type shoes, maybe something like today's Clarks or Sketchers. We both laughed and I said, "If I ever wear shoes like that, shoot me." Luckily, I moved away from that friend because she'd have killed me long before now. I've been wearing only comfortable shoes pretty much since the day I set foot in Evergreen. So much for my prediction.

Sometimes I still say "I'll never do that." Oh, how ignorant and pompous. Unless I've walked in someone else's shoes, I really have no idea what's going on with their actions and decisions. Just this past week, I did something I was certain I would never do. And I went through a hard lesson. It was a reminder to get off my judgement throne and give everyone more compassion and understanding, especially when I know only a tiny part of the story. How fortunate I am to have loving friends who accept and love me, flaws and all.

We've been having super-hot weather lately which isn't as much fun on a ranch. Flies and heat make the animals miserable. Yet, it's lush and green and we've also had afternoon storms that cool things off and keep things from drying out completely. Summer goes so danged fast and I'm determined to appreciate these last couple of warm and sunny months. There are so many wonderful activities – but mostly I'm happy to just sit outside on a bench staring at the grass, or the clouds, or the hummingbirds. JOY!

Please come visit our gorgeous valley and spend some time relaxing with our healing treatments and sitting on our lovely patio. It's a perfect time of year!

Gail Sharp is the owner of TallGrass Spa and Salon. Email her at sharpgail@aol.com .

Summer Seasonal Services
Summertime is Berry Time at Tallgrass!

Very Berry Antioxidant Facial. Just in time for summer, our Berry Facial is a real treat! Enzyme exfoliants break down and remove dead skin, antioxidant-rich plants prevent visible signs of aging, and a vitamin-mineral-Omega 3 fatty acid combo replenishes skin's moisture. A relaxing cool stone massage with kombucha and strawberry rhubarb masques restores essential hydration to leave you feeling refreshed and renewed.  

A Slice of Summer Mani and Pedi. Immerse yourself in the aromas of strawberry and rhubarb with this mani/pedi duo. Featuring Eminence Organics products, you'll love the strawberry rhubarb lotion that follows a coconut sugar scrub, yuzu solid body oil massage, and stimulating lime masque. All together, they smell like pink lemonade. Dazzle Dry Polish is included.

Summer Solstice Massage. This treatment begins with a 30-minute full-body salt scrub and is followed by an 80-minute full-body massage, using strawberry rhubarb lotion to hydrate and soften and apricot oil to nourish and soothe. This service is complete with burning sage and gentle ringing of our singing bowls to bring harmony, release stagnant energy, and soothe mind and spirit.

August Products of the Month
Five Eminence Serums and Oils
Designed to restore and revive skin's natural radiance, Citrus and Kale Potent C+E Serum, Rosehip Triple C+E Firming Oil, Charcoal & Black Seed Clarifying Oil, Marine Flower Peptide Serum, and Kombucha Microbiome Luminosity Serum are featured in August at 20% savings.

And...for our monthly Eminence product special, our gift for you is a complimentary full-size Strawberry Rhubarb Body Lotion (value $39) when you purchase a Yuzu Solid Body Oil.

TallGrass Skincare Blog
Debuts in August

Expert seasonal skincare advice along with fun tips and tricks from the TallGrass Estis are coming to you each month in the new  TallGrass Skincare Blog. 

Created by  Ashley Johnson, Team Leader of the Esthetics Department, the blog will feature clever techniques, insights, favorite products, and shortcuts for up-to-date, results-oriented at-home skincare. 

Summer Skin Recovery is the August topic. The link will appear in this newsletter each month and can also be accessed on the TallGrass website under the About heading.  

Visit the blog each month and get to know TallGrass as more than just a place for fabulous facials but also a place for the best, most reliable skincare information.

Available for Adoption

Ramsey

Ramsey is 4-months-old and has one green and one blue eye making him truly unforgettable. He's almost potty trained, is great on a leash, and just loves going for walks. So, if you're looking for a loyal, playful, and loving companion, Ramsey could be the perfect match!

Available for adoption at Evergreen Animal Protective League
www . EAPL . com

Note: Your visit to TallGrass is a chance to unwind and disconnect. Keep in mind that cell service and WiFi are unreliable here. Also, GPS reception could become blocked and navigation can be lost.