Message from Gail Sharp

December 2024

Earlier this month, with the community's help, TallGrass packed 500 string backpacks for homeless veterans across Colorado. Many of you joined us, along with people from other service organizations, and almost a dozen veterans. Because we had such amazing helpers and were pretty organized, we finished the sorting in 30 minutes and the packing in an hour. When I left Wild Game where we worked – many thanks to them! – I was soaring with the best kind of high. I've learned over the years that giving back, serving, and helping others creates the best feelings of any activity I undertake. I'm a Rotary member and our motto is "Service above Self" which is how I'd like to live. I'm not quite there yet, but I'm trying!

We have another fun way to raise money and awareness for an important non-profit in our community – Evergreen Animal Protective League. Since we were unable to have our fundraising dog wash this summer due to a water heater issue, we are replacing that event with one we did during COVID times. You'll remember the pet portrait promotion! Here's how it works: If you'll email us a photo of your beloved pet – dog, cat, horse, chicken, lizard, whatever – Evergreen High School art students or TallGrass employees will create artwork from your picture. It may be watercolor, or pencil, or collage. Who knows? None of us are professionals, but based on what happened last time, the art was fabulously fun and everyone loved the results. It's only $20 per pet portrait (details below) and a wonderful, unique holiday gift for someone who loves their furry friend. (That's everyone who has a pet, right?)

As we end this year, my heart is full of gratitude for good things that happened over these past months, but also for the tougher times. In those tough days, I focus on the positives and try to learn from the harder stuff. It's not always easy but usually possible if I put in the effort. One of the top things on my gratitude list is the people in my life. And, that includes YOU! I'm so thankful for your friendship, your support, your loyalty, your commitment to us and each other.

I send wishes of joy and health to you for the holidays and into next year. You are the reason TallGrass exists and we love you!

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

Fall Seasonal Services

Now through the end of December, we have seasonal services that will make your holiday bright.

Fall Equinox Massage and Scrub promises head to toe relaxation with a Cranberry Pomegranate sugar scrub, full-body cinnamon-and-clove-spiced massage, and application of Eminence's citrus Yuzu Body Oil. Our tip for you: Elevate your service with the addition of an Apricot Oil Scalp Massage.

Pumpkin Pedicure uses Aveda's walnut shell Body Polish scented with cinnamon and cloves to melt away stress, followed by a moisturizing Pumpkin Latte Hydration Masque packed with vitamin E and omega-9, topped off with an application of Eminence's Yuzu Body Oil. Nail maintenance and polish wraps up your pedi. But wait! Here's another tip for you: Elevate your service with Dazzle Dry and festive nail art.

Cherry Enzyme Facial features vitamin-rich Barbados cherries to reduce visible signs of aging by targeting dullness with enzymes derived from papaya, pineapple, and cherries. This treatment supports skin's natural exfoliation and renewal processes without the harshness of traditional scrubs or peels, leaving your skin plumped, brightened, and tightened!

Products of the Month
jane iredale makeup for lips and eyes

You know jane iredale. It's the best-selling makeup and skincare line that uses high-quality minerals and organic, cruelty-free ingredients. And it's in our spotlight for December when all jane iredale lip and eye products are offered at 20% savings.

Show Some Love
for your Pets and Evergreen Animal Protective League

Art students at Evergreen High School and the creative folks at TallGrass are standing by to create original, handmade images of the furry, feathery, and scaley pets in our TallGrass community. It's easy to participate in this fundraiser for EAPL. Just send photo(s) of your pet(s) to michele@tallgrassspa.com and then make your $20 donation per pet photo, with credit card info by phone, Zelle, or in person at TallGrass. When your artwork is complete, you can pick it up or we'll mail it to you.

Hurry! Deadline is December 8!

Available for Adoption

Bobb and Bruce
Domestic short hair, 10 yrs, males

Brothers! Bobb is a bit shy at first; Bruce is braver. Both are very sweet. Their original owner passed away three years ago, then the same thing happened with their next owner. Considering the past few years of transitions, they are more than ready for a stable and secure home, but will need just a little time to relax and settle in. With you!

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.