A Heartfelt Reflection for the Holiday Season As the year 2025 draws to a close and we prepare to welcome 2026, I’ve been reflecting on those three little words we often say without much thought: “I love you.” When we’re young, these words flow freely – to family, friends, even our pets (because let’s beContinue reading “Why “I Love You” Isn’t Enough: The Transformative Power of Adding “Because””
Author Archives: Sarita Shoemaker
The BEST Avocado Salad Ever
Over a decade ago, I created a vibrant vegan salad that quickly became a go-to favorite—and it doubles as a dip! I *know* I wrote it down, but today, as I was prepping to bring it to a party, I searched high and low and came up empty. It’s probably tucked away in a binder…in a box…from one of our *twelve* moves. So, from memory (and now finally documented!), here it is.
If you’re headed to a gathering or just want something fresh and flavorful to keep in the fridge, this is *the* salad. It makes about 12 servings and should last two, maybe three days—though let’s be honest, it rarely sticks around that long.
A Call for Action: Making Social Security Identity Verification Accessible for Seniors
I’ve been thinking… The recent requirement for seniors to verify their identity in person to access Social Security benefits is a major hurdle—one that could leave many vulnerable individuals without the support they rely on. This isn’t just an inconvenience; it’s a crisis for those who have no transportation, no family or trusted friends toContinue reading “A Call for Action: Making Social Security Identity Verification Accessible for Seniors”
Be a Badass at What You Can Control
I thought people who lived by this idea were just ignoring reality. But after years of practicing it, I know it’s true.
Story Time: Protecting Yourself In Healthcare
Three quick stories that can save you stress, peace of mind and MONEY!! CRISIS TIME IS NOT THE RIGHT TIME TO PREPARE Happily married couple for decades. Successful husband and bread winner. Wife raised their family. Life was rolling along as planned until husband’s health took a turn. They were Retired by this point inContinue reading “Story Time: Protecting Yourself In Healthcare”
Me: 1 Menopause: 0
4/20/24 Monument, Colorado. This pic was last week. My starting photo for the drops. Then look at today! I did brush my hair in pic two. Five days so far on the Body Balancing Drops!! More details: included are my biometric stats. Now you know some personal deets about my measurements.😬 See charts below.Continue reading “Me: 1 Menopause: 0”
Sarita Shoemaker 