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Guidance for you health journey.

6/7/2025

I owe much of my health to the guidance from my favorite practitioner, Lynda Buitrago.
Quantum Body Alchemy
...where we harness the power of energetic kinesiology and frequencies to facilitate healing and transformation.
https://quantumbodyalchemy.com/

Clean Balanced Wellness
You’re doing everything right: eating real, whole foods, exercising, taking supplements, even detoxing, but you still don’t feel like yourself. Why?!
https://cleanbalancedwellness.com

The Agape Wise Ones June Monthly Meeting this Sunday, June 8 at 2:00 PM Pacific

6/7/2025

Dear Friends,
I’d love for you to join us for The Agape Wise Ones June Monthly Meeting this Sunday, June 8 at 2:00 PM Pacific. This gathering is especially for those of us 50 and better—committed to vibrant living, spiritual growth, and meaningful community.
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/8359364395?pwd=j3faI5I4jafctfZNJgh7iLWxaZbEhh.1
Our theme, “Radiance & Rejuvenation,” invites us to embrace aging as a path of expansion, vitality, and grace.
I'll be guiding a special session of Dynamic Balance—movement practices that build strength, stability, and inner alignment. As a longtime martial artist and a licensed practitioner with Centers for Spiritual Living, I look forward to sharing both physical and spiritual tools to support well-being.
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/8359364395?pwd=j3faI5I4jafctfZNJgh7iLWxaZbEhh.1
We’ll also hear uplifting updates from our community circles, including Lemonade – Intentional Living, It Is Written Book Club, and It Is Known spiritual explorations.
For full details and Zoom registration, visit:
www.agapewiseones.org
Let’s gather in reflection, movement, and joy.
With warmth and blessings,

Kiki - The best trail food!

4/18/2025

JR's Banana and Sweet Potato Bars (KIKIS)
There can last about 2 weeks if kept in the refrigerator.
A basic recipe for 6 lbs, or two large cookie sheets of bars. I make it in 3 stages. Steamed, Wet, Dry.

Steamed:
- 3 lbs sweet potato, and 1 lb carrot, shredded, mixed, and steamed. 45 min. Stir once.

Dry:
Use a large bowl and mix the following:
- 1/4 cup almond meal, 1/4 cup protein powder, 3/4 cup shredded coconut.
- 1/4 cup whole pumpkin seeds.
:
Mix in a food processor, or mash by hand. This is where the "flavor" of the bars is most created. Taste test and adjust.
I add these in order.
- Steamed sweet potatoes
- 2-3 mashed or pureed bananas (1 lb), ripe is better but not necessary.
- Quarter cup of coconut oil
- 1/2 cup nut or seed butter (I like sunflower seed butter)
- Vanilla, Cinnamon to taste.
- Salt to taste

Bake/Dry
Layout parchment paper on a large cookie sheet. Spread the mix out evenly (~1/2" thick). Add fruit or nuts on top and tamp in. Dehydrate until crispy. Slice into cakes or bars.

Optional add-ons:
Shredded and Toasted apples, dried blueberries, dried cranberries, dried figs, and dried cherries.

Dry mix substitutes (any ratios): protein powder 2oz, almond meal, coconut flour, gluten-free bake mix, unsweetened chocolate.

JR's Chorizo Recipe

4/15/2025

JR's Chorizo Spice Mix (meat or vegan) This spice mix is to create a hot and flavorful chorizo-type dish. It is best used to spice-up anything from eggs, burgers, salads, vegetables, or rice. Although it can be eaten alone, it's a little hot for most palates. It is gluten free since oregano is used to carry the spices.

There two parts to this recipe: the spice mix, and pan mix. This recipe is for one or 1 1/2 pounds of ground meat, and 12 oz of riced cauliflower. The vegan option is cauliflower and mushrooms.
Spice mix prep, in separate mixing container:
1/4 cup Ground Oregano
1/16 cup CA pepper flakes
1/16 cup New Mexico or Cayanne chili powder
1/8 cup paprika
Fresh garlic, diced (optional)
1 or 1/2 yellow onion, diced (optional)
3 tblsp apple cider vinegar
4 tblsp coconut or olive oil 1 or 2 tsp salt Mix well.
Stir in 1/4 cup hot water. Mix well and let steep for 4-5 minutes.

Pan mix with meat: In well oiled pan, drop in the riced cauliflower and cook slightly (3-4 minutes) Add meat and break it up completely. Pour spice mix and stir throughout the pan mix. Add additional water if necessary to mix throughout the pan mix.
Cook high heat to reduce the mix. Stir occasionally and cook until mix reduces and begins to brown (slightly overcook). Lower the heat slightly and begin to stir constantly. At this time, the spices will rise and fill the air. Prepare to sneeze and cough!

Browning is the most important part to get the flavor to pop when JR's Chorizo added to your dishes. The more dry the better to store in the freezer (3mo) or refrigerator (2 weeks) in a covered container.

Pan mix vegan: 1 pound of riced cauliflower 1 pound diced mushrooms 1/4 pound dices tempeh (optional) In well oiled pan, drop in the riced cauliflower and cook slightly (3-4 minutes) Add mushrooms and tempeh. Pour spice mix and stir throughout the pan mix. Add additional water if necessary to mix throughout the pan mix. Cook high heat to reduce the mix. Stir occasionally and cook until mix reduces and begins to brown (slightly overcook). Lower the heat slightly and begin to stir constantly. The drier the better to store in the freezer (3mo) or refrigerator (1mo) in a covered container.

Santa Ana Art Walk April 5th

4/2/2025

The Point Of View Gallery is hosting an exhibit of art by Brian Haberlin.
SilverNinjas will be there at 4pm on Zoom to preview the gallery and feel endorphin releasing motions.

https://www.pointofviewgallery.com/shows
Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87159705647

Money-back Guarantee

1/10/2025

Money back guarantee. You will feel the difference.
Group sessions are just $75 per month! An excellent value with 16+ sessions per month. That's less than $4.70 per session!

Join us on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays to strengthen with Dynamic Balance and feel more secure in every step you take. Take control of your stability and well-being.

Balance Exercises for Seniors at Home

10/11/2024

No need for fancy equipment or big spaces! Picture yourself standing in your living room, practicing exercises that can be easily incorporated into your daily routine, helping you stay balanced without leaving the house.

5 Star Review!

9/29/2024

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Why Falling Is a Risk No Matter Your Age

9/20/2024

When 44-year-old Pam Toto found herself sprawled on the concrete one summer evening last year with a shattered left wrist, she was, to say the least, surprised. Toto, an occupational therapist at the University of Pittsburgh, has been helping patients improve their balance for 20 years.

https://www.nextavenue.org/why-falling-risk-no-matter-your-age/

Imagine feeling steady and confident again!

9/18/2024

Imagine feeling steady and confident again. If the fear of falling holds you back, picture yourself walking tall, balanced, and secure. Each movement brings you closer to the stability you deserve. With simple, effective exercises, you can reclaim your confidence and feel empowered every step of the way.

Weight Training Without WeightsYou don’t need weights to build strength! Imagine your muscles getting stronger with interesting and challanging exercises. Using just your bodyweight, you can enhance your strength and endurance.

Leg Exercises for Seniors
Imagine stronger legs that keep you moving confidently. Martial arts exercises help build strength and your balance in your lower body, keeping you steady and independent.

Call me JR!

I’m Master Mendivil, founder of SilverNinjas and creator of Dynamic Balance—a specialized training approach that enhances stability, reflexes, and body control through the intentional motion of martial arts. I offer online sessions, in-person classes, and lead workshops and demonstrations to help learners of all ages grow in confidence, discipline, and skill. As an artist, a spiritually grounded individual, and an active member of my community, I bring creativity, purpose, and heart to everything I teach.
Let me know if you'd like to emphasize a particular aspect of your spiritual approach.

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