Plastics Unpacked: Simple Steps Toward Less Plastic (and more fantastic) by Sue Pais, CNC Microplastics and nanoplastics are becoming a growing topic in wellness conversations — but what are they really, and what simple lifestyle shifts can we make without overwhelm? What Are Microplastics and Nanoplastics? Research into plastic exposure continues to evolve, and many experts are paying closer attention … Read More
Hydration isn’t about rules or perfect ounces — it’s about listening to your body, noticing the signals, and supporting your energy with simple daily habits. We’ve all heard it: “Start your day with a glass of water.” But, why? Let’s take a closer look at hydration habits—and why there’s such a bubbling buzz around the topic right now. Morning Ritual … Read More
Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars Thank my lil’ pumpkin. (Okay, so she’s 24 years old.) Last weekend ensued ‘Family Fall Fun Day’ at my house. We celebrated in all-about-autumn style with flannel shirts, a hayride, great food, a not-so-spooky haunted house, apple cider, pumpkin carving, a blazing bonfire… and this uh-may-zing dessert made by my daughter, Courtney. Between this dessert and my … Read More
SPICE-ROASTED CARROTS This is the very best carrot recipe I know. A side dish ideal for Thanksgiving (and always on my table for the feast!), this might become a staple for your holiday meals as well. And if you grew your own carrots? Even better. Enjoy! Prep time: 15 minutes Cook: 1 hour Yields: 8 servings Ingredients Directions
Read MoreSome days the simplest shift — looking for one tiny thing to appreciate — changes everything. ✨ Some days we may need to look more closely to see blessings… but they’re there.
Read MoreThis fun fall treat is an easy, festive must-make for your fam’ this season. Made at InSuesShoes kitchen, we think you’ll *fall* in love with its ease, simplicity, and good ole’ delicious yum. ? It’s easy enough for the kiddos to make + fast for a quick, fun treat. INGREDIENTS: DIRECTIONS: And… it’s as easy as that! Make a few, … Read More
Sue’s Squash This acorn squash is oh, so tender ‘n sweet… Is it a side dish or dessert? You decide. So sweet. So tender. So festive. So November. This squash recipe is simply delicious, ridiculously moist and adds just a lil’ unique twist from Sue’s kitchen. Add this to your Thanksgiving spread and it might just become the eve’s dish … Read More
It’s an iconic adult treat as tree leaves turn + apples are picked fresh from local orchards. Spiced with fall flavors like cloves and cinnamon, spiked with rum (or bourbon if you prefer)—and served in hollowed apples, it’s a festive beverage + conversation piece. Omit the rum (or bourbon) and it’s a fun option for the kiddos, too. Cheers! INGREDIENTS … Read More
Let’s give this a shot. On Fridays, let’s endeavor in a new kind of TGIF frame of mind… each Friday, let’s explore ways To Grow Improve Flourish. Whether through physical movement, nutrition, mindset, or other actionable goals, let’s take small steps each week toward a better, healthier version of ourselves. Join me, won’t you? THIS WEEK: let’s MOVE MORE. Once … Read More
With star-spangled happiness, we welcome the month of JULY–and all the energized enjoyment its arrival delivers. The heat is on, togetherness with friends + family increases, vacations are plentiful across this beautiful country, and everything just feels more vibrant. The Fourth of July brings families together to celebrate this nation’s birthday–with festive eats, fun tunes + fireworks to light the … Read More
Well, hello sunshine. The arrival of June is as comforting as Dad’s bear hug, right? The month of June speeds up our internal engines, we’re more energized, spirits feel a little lighter, and of course, we focus on Dad. It’s a time for celebration + steadying our steps with forward, consistent momentum. Father’s Day celebration planning ensues. Landscape beds and … Read More
I don’t know about you, but I’m ready for more sunshine. So I need to look more closely at the beauty right before me. Sometimes when life doesn’t throw the feel-goods, sunshine + obvious warmth in our direction, it’s our purpose to seek it. I bet you can relate. Temperatures are starting to warm… and flowers are increasing in numbers. … Read More
Anti-Inflammatory Diet Guidelines by Sue, CNC, NASM We’ve all heard about inflammation. It is, indeed, a natural process, but when inflammation gets out of hand, it creates impairment on our physical and mental well-being. An anti-inflammatory diet can help restore balance. Ready to get started? But first, rule No. 1: let’s not consider this a DIET. Consider this more of … Read More
How inflammation affects the body + the foods + meal plans to help heal the immune system. book by Dorothy Calimeris and Lulu Cook, RDN Inflammation. We needn’t just accept the debilitating effects of chronic inflammation. Instead, let’s diffuse it with our forks. This book is a gem for the bookshelf and to use as an effective guide. What is … Read More
April showers are here… and thankfully so is increasing sunshine. Whew! SPRING IS FINALLY HERE TO STAY FOR A WHILE! Yes, blooms are more abundant… daffodils are blooming, hyacinth is adding fragrance and brilliance, and tulip are nearing their colorful bursts of color. It’s such an exciting time of year. It’s time to set plans + ready ourselves to race … Read More
GRILLED PINEAPPLE PICO DE GALLO A little sweet. A little spice. And there’s nothing quite so amazing as GRILLED PINEAPPLE. Oh. Em. Gee. Enjoy this fresh pico recipe… plenty of healthy yumms, a little fun + colorful, too. What’s not to love? So, fire up the grill, split a pineapple, chop the ingredients, spoon together, and allow this to marinate … Read More
Well hello to the promise of March… when sunshine prevails, temp swings are big–and we don’t even mind because we know SPRING IS FINALLY JUST AROUND THE CORNER! Yes, it’s the month for bulbs to reach through the soil, we’re all universally Irish for a day, and the ‘official’ arrival of spring spreads optimism, hope + renewed energies. And isn’t … Read More
Well hello February chill and bring on the best of winter cozies…. yes, hearty soups, fluffy socks, crackling fires, and the snuggliest blankets. It’s the month of Valentine’s Day–and what an ideal time to self-reflect. To analyze. To really think about how we love and how we are loved. And to best love others, we must remember to hold awareness … Read More
Fast and furious as Santa’s sleigh on Christmas Eve, the holidays are upon us. And we all have SO MUCH to do. So much planning. So much preparing. So much goodness. With organization and a plethora of to-do lists, we’ll get ‘er done, too. From holiday events to in-home guests, travels, buying, wrapping, cleaning, decorating, and so much more… it’s … Read More
Enjoy this moist, sweet + delicious Thanksgiving favorite!
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Read MoreKITCHEN HERB basics: SAGE Basics on Sage (salvia officinalis) A staple in kitchens across America in November, Thanksgiving meals wouldn’t be the same without sage to spice up dishes! Plan to grow your own next season–with intent to use it during the next holiday season. It’s a constant in our gardens, and so simple to grow + enjoy throughout the year. … Read More
Seasonal ‘Superfoods’ – a little about PUMPKINS
Read MoreTraveling Tips by Sue, CNC, NASM Thanksgiving travel is nearly upon us. And for those watching our waistlines, traveling adds another layer of complexity. It can feel daunting, and can even add an emotional weight of anxiety. But it doesn’t have to be this way. How do we eat in a healthy manner when we travel? It isn’t as difficult … Read More
Along with the cooler winds of November come the cozy feel-goods of gratefulness. And it’s even better with your fave hot java in-hand. Yes, November is a month for feel-goods + introspection. For really seeing the blessings around you. It’s a time to show and immerse within gratefulness — no matter what may be swirling within your orbit. It’s when … Read More
Ah, yes. Fall fun is in full effect… fall colors, fall foods, and fall festivities… yes, please! So, join us! October offers a season of both cozy, chill-out-comfort + exhilarating outdoor activity. Crisp, cool leaf scents are reserved only for this heartwarming month – and, yes, lasting memories are made each and every October. And at InSuesShoes, we’re celebrating it … Read More
September brings us opportunity. While August is a combo of final summer vacation days followed by back-to-school busyness, and October starts a lengthy (and, yes, amazing) series of seasonal holidays, September is a month to reset. To rest. And to realign within, while feeling gratitude for each leaf a’foot, each cool breeze, and each cozy sweater we TOTALLY FORGOT ABOUT. … Read More
Detox water. Easy to make, flushes impurities AND flattens the stomach. What’s not to love?
Read MoreEasy, delicious + ideal for your summer gatherings! Try this tomato-basil pizza bite recipe!
Read MoreKeep believing in yourself. And Keep. on. going. You’ve got this. Learn, then leave the past behind you💙
Read MoreFocus on inner peace; rise above distractions + chaos, friends. Embrace what matters. 💙
Read MoreSometimes in life there’s so much blah it’s hard to blast through it, right? And… sometimes what we dump in our stomachs has a greater effect that further compounds life’s yucks. So, if you have a juicer, USE YOURS TODAY. We bet you’ll feel better. When we juice + drink its fresh sweetness (that’s LOADED with vitamins!), we bet your … Read More
Snapdragons are an excellent choice for your garden, landscape, cut flower arrangements–and even planters and hanging baskets.
Read MoreAn easy & proven way to build good habits & break bad ones book by James Clear When one of the world’s leading experts on habit formation offers strategies + a framework for breaking nasty habits + incorporating good, life-enhancing new habits, we’re all ears, er, eyes. Sign. Us. Up. In Atomic Habits, Clear transforms the complexity of human behavior and habits, … Read More
In July, let’s share kindness + love, while also focusing forward on our goals. And hang with us at www.insuesshoes.com. Any day. Any time. You’re welcome with us.
Read MoreGrilling fish can be easy–AND delicious. This simply recipe uses ingredients you likely have in your cabinet… simply marinade, then grill 4 minutes per side. Dinner is served!
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Read MoreWe will endure… join us this April. No matter the shoes you’re in, you’re welcome here.
Read MoreThe arrival of spring always bring with it a sense of added energy. An alive buzz electrifying the air. But perhaps this spring, that energy will be spiked with an added shot of espresso. Over the past few years, every set of eyes reading this story endured hardship, one way or another. Whether that hardship was due to loss of a loved … Read More
Start your morning off right! This tune is energizing, happy, + it’s how we start our workday here at InSuesShoes… so, why not share with InSuesShoes friends so you, too, can have an extra pep to your step as the day begins… enjoy! Simply hover over the QR code + clink the appearing link. Then simply listen + feel a … Read More
Which would you really choose? Indeed, life goes on—whether we move forward into the unknown, or whether we stay behind, locked in the past. So given the choice, which would you do? For most of us, the immediate response is an emphatic declaration of moving forward. But would we really? Moving on to new adventures, new sights, surroundings-not-yet-seen sounds rather … Read More
It’s been a six-month hiatus. We’re back. Refocused. And ready to rock. Join us!
Read MoreOctober is the FAVORITE month for many. It’s when temps dip, leaves drop, and bonfires blaze. We prep for changing weather, we organize, and we assess improvements—within our homes and within us. We decorate with dried cornstalks, delight in pumpkin spice everything, and indulge in festive traditions of hayrides, carving pumpkins and spooky movies. And as we enjoy these moments, many … Read More
September sets in with a bit more consistency of schedules. At least, it once did. Perhaps it’s yet another detonation toward 2020’s path of changing, well, everything and all ‘normal’ routines. Right? Be that as it may, what we can control is only ourselves and proceeding with plans, as best as we can, to continually improve. To improve within, physically, emotionally, and spiritually. … Read More
August means heat, sunshine, good times, and transition. It’s a month half-comprised of vacation, summer sun ‘n relaxation—and half-comprised of a return to routines. Yet, with the pandemic shifting everything in our worlds, this August may leave us feeling more off-balance than any previous August. The routines to which we’re returning look different, vacations have been altered (or cancelled), and … Read More
Be inspired to begin your own journey of self-discovery with Elizabeth Gilbert’s best selling novel, “Eat, Pray, Love.”
Read MoreIt’s tough to remain focused + positive today. But here’s how you can keep pushing forward….
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Read MoreThis May, let’s all be relentless. Let’s take control of our own journeys, our own goals. Let’s propel ourselves forward. Doing so, we’ll learn that the hard road was really the easy choice.
Read MoreYes, wake up looking ready for your day! Beautiful artistry by the incredibly talented InSuesShoes Aesthetics Coach, Cathy Hamil, owner of Facial Designs Permanent Cosmetics in Missouri. Learn more at www.facialdesigns.com. She’s an artist with a tattoo pen… check out the results. Just. Beautiful. https://www.instagram.com/p/B92wVk5B7y7/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link
Read MoreCousins by chance, sisters by choice… join the InSuesShoes team as we enjoy this new novel by #1 New York Times Bestselling author Susan Mallery
Read MoreMore non-washing days during quarantine? No worries with this dry shampoo!
Read MoreSalons can’t open soon enough :-)) Check out this gorgeous cut ‘n color on Chelsea’s client. Of course completed before shut-downs… but won’t it be great for so many of us to get back in our hair stylists’ chairs? Yes, yes it will. 🙂
Read MorePlenty a’ Pretty Pansies Blooming bulbs aside, it’s the pretty pansy that brightens our views in early April. Yes, often the first-planted blooms of spring, the pansy offers brilliance of color and sunny promise of warmer days to come. They are coming. While pansies may be started from seed, there’s no shame in buying ready-to-plant gorgeous blooms. What’s to love about these brilliant beauties? … Read More
Got goals? Of course you do. Let’s reach ’em in March. Deal? Deal. Yes, the fun, superstitious reputation surrounding the month of March focuses on ‘luck.’ But short of finding four-leaf clovers and pots ‘o gold at the end of a rainbows, luck doesn’t help our goals progress much. It’s just not the reality for most of us. Instead? Let’s … Read More
Show genuine kindness to others always. Care for others’ needs. But above all, care for your own first. Keep taking steps toward your goals, one foot forward at a time. Yes, ladies, STAY DETERMINED, and GO FOR IT.
Read MoreAren’t Saturday mornings the BEST? We feel (likely) a little more rested than usual. Maybe we start the day with a run or quick workout–but even if not, we likely all fire up the coffeepot for a hot cuppa’ brew (or tea!). Maybe you’ll have an in-person coffee talk with your gal pals. Maybe you’ll FaceTime a girlfriend while sipping … Read More
Easy Pizza Dough Sure, a soft, candlelit dinner to celebrate Valentine’s Day sounds romantic. But, this year? Why not stay home, bake a homemade pizza + cuddle with your honey by the fire?! This pizza dough recipe is easy, fun and oh, so delicious. We think you’ll fall in love. And it’s not just any pizza dough recipe, mind you. … Read More
Ah, love. ‘Tis in the air. If we’re lucky, that is. Or, is it really luck? Me’thinks not, actually. Love exists within us all. It is ours to give, if we choose. And, it’s ours to show, if we dare. And we should. Enter: kindness. Yes, love and kindness are inextricably entwined. When we love in a healthy way, we … Read More
THE DOG WHO KNEW TOO MUCH, a Chet & Bernie Mystery By Spencer Quinn This winter, join us at www.insuesshoes.com as we read the newest book club’s selection: “The Dog Who Knew Too Much” by Spencer Quinn. A special thanks to InSuesShoes reader Mary for submitting this review! If you, too, want to grab a copy of this fun read through … Read More
Easy Beef-Vegetable Soup What melts winter’s chill better than homemade soup? This easy beef-vegetable soup is hearty enough for a meal, and tasty enough to become one of your family faves. Give it a try. It’s a favorite in my household—and just yesterday I had a request for the recipe. So, here it is for everyone. Easy, tasty and a true … Read More
COMIN’ AT YOU IN JANUARY Yes, yes we are. So here’s to new recipes, beauty info, books to read, plants to nurture, and cool new items in the shop. And… we’ll welcome a new beauty expert from Chicago this month. I hope you’ll help me welcome her to the team as we, at last, get this online community rockin’. Join … Read More
Snooze buttons are sooo tempting. Warm beds are sooo cozy ‘n comfy. And a lack of morning sunshine (for much of the USA) makes even the driven among us roll over and say, ‘fuh-get about it.’ So we must be more driven. And if we can blast away the temptations pulling us from what we should do—and if we can do so in January of all … Read More
Isn’t this the truth? I found this quote online a number of years ago, and have shared it with audiences now and then. It seems as though so many are enduring extreme challenges right now. And while, at any time, every person you see is going through something (hey, it’s the reality of life), it is possible to endure challenges while still holding on … Read More
So, it’s World Mental Health Day. What is more powerful to our present and future than mental health? It’s unique to every human being on earth. It can lift and help flourish this world –or it can be as damaging as the worst epidemic. It, indeed, has the power to change the world. And its overall responsibility is comprised of … Read More
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By Alfred LansingISBN: 978-0-78670-621-1 $14.95 on Amazon.com In August 1914, Ernest Shackleton’s ship the Endurance embarked upon a fateful trip, setting sail for Antarctica. His goal? To cross the last uncharted continent on foot. Yet, five months after sail, and after forging through a thousand miles of pack ice, the Endurance became locked—and later crushed—within an island of unrelenting ice. Shackleton’s … Read More
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