Message from Gail Sharp

June 2026

Last month, I wrote about my sorrow of losing my dog and a beloved horse here at my little ranch. Heartbreaking for sure.

Yet, over the years I've learned that, for me, healing starts with new beginnings. Others probably think this is a bit callous or disrespectful to the animals' memories. But Nutmeg's and Lucky's spirits live with me no matter what. A new creature never takes that away. Instead, I muse that quite possibly part of their spirits, their love, goes into the next animals that come. So, meet Miguel, my newly adopted, amazing, 7-month-old mixed breed rescue puppy, and Jake, my beautiful new Missouri Fox Trotter gelding (pictured here). Already they are helping with my healing.

I am unable to stop changes and challenges in my life. But, I can make a decision to stay stuck in misery or to continue moving forward with hope and joy. Don't get me wrong, I still have flashes of particular memories that bring me to tears. Those that I've lost will never leave me. But, I'm still here and I believe that I honor them all by living well and with joy.

I hope that you are experiencing a fantastic, joyful beginning of summer. Oh, what a glorious time of year!

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

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Seasonal Services

Eminence Organics is in spotlight as we bring these brightening springtime services to you.

Vitamin "Sea" Facial. Eminence's Mangosteen Daily Resurfacing Cleanser, Pineapple Refining Tonique, and Citrus & Kale Potent C+E Masque start the party. Then, algae extracts of Marine Flower Peptide Serum, eye cream, and moisturizer wrap up a treatment specially designed to give you smoother, plumper, more youthful-looking skin. Fine lines and wrinkles are diminished and you are refreshed!

Lime and Turmeric Stimulating Pedicure. Eminence's Turmeric Energizing Treatment and Lime Stimulating Mask exfoliate and awaken. Next, Pineapple Refining Tonique and Strawberry Rhubarb Hydrating lotion envelop you in brightening aromas during a luxurious foot and leg massage. Then, Dazzle Dry Polish and nail maintenance have you ready for fun in the sun!

Spring Equinox Body Treatment. An Eminence herbal mud masque applied to abdomen, thighs and back, followed by lymphatic cupping and contouring release toxins and improve digestion. Then, sculpting and flushing-out of remaining toxins and an application of Eminence's luxuriously rich Monoi Body Cream help firm and tighten to give you the look of toned and healthy skin.

Products of the Month
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Skin Care Tips for You
The world is alive with yellow and purple flowers, lime green leaves, and the sweet sounds of birdsong. Not surprisingly, with all of these changes in the environment, there are changes also happening with your skin, and our Skin Care Blog has tips for transitioning your skin into this blossoming season.

Available for Adoption

Wyatt
Pit Bull Terrier, male, 4 mos

If you're looking for a fun, smart, happy companion, Wyatt is your guy. Always taking in the world around him, Wyatt is alert, curious, and ready to show off what a quick learner he is. He sits on command and even knows how to head to his crate at mealtime. Wyatt may be a bit more independent than your average pitty, more likely to curl up next to you or at your feet rather than right on top of you, but he's incredibly sweet and enjoys being close to his people. Surely you, or someone you know, needs a little more joy in life – Wyatt style!

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.