Episode 39

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6th Jan 2026

Meet Your Neighbor... Sherri Gillett

In this episode of Meet Your Neighbor, I sit down with Sherri Gillett, a woman whose life is guided by faith, compassion, and a willingness to embrace every chapter fully.

Sherri shares what she’s most proud of: the girls she walked alongside through the StreetLight USA program, offering hope, presence, and unconditional support to those who needed it most. Her story is a powerful reminder that sometimes the greatest impact we make is simply showing up for others.

We also talk about reinvention and staying active at every stage of life. At 52, Sherri became a competitive ballroom dancer, and today she channels that same focus and discipline into being a highly competitive pickleball player, proving it’s never too late to find new passions.

One of the most touching moments of the conversation is Sherri’s story of secretly restoring her husband’s Ford pickup truck as a surprise retirement gift, a quiet, thoughtful act of love that perfectly reflects who she is at her core.

This episode is about faith, service, love in action, and finding purpose through every season of life. It’s a beautiful reminder of what it truly means to be a great neighbor.

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About the Podcast

Meet Your Neighbor
Realtor Steve Podcast
Meet Your Neighbor is a storytelling podcast that brings neighbors together through conversation. Everyone has a story, and this is your chance to share yours—or hear the incredible journeys of those living around you. From career paths and hometown roots to life’s biggest adventures and toughest challenges, each episode dives into the experiences that make every neighbor unique. Whether you’re listening for inspiration, connection, or just a great story, Meet Your Neighbor is where the voices of the community come to life.

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Steve Merila — Host, Meet Your Neighbor
As Realtor Steve, I’ve learned that real estate is about more than houses — it’s about people, stories, and the connections that make a community feel like home. That belief inspired Meet Your Neighbor, a podcast where I sit down with the incredible residents of Westbrook Village to share their journeys, passions, and what brought them here.
Each episode is a genuine, easygoing conversation — like chatting over coffee with a friend — that reminds us how special this community truly is. My goal is simple: to help people connect, feel seen, and celebrate the amazing neighbors who make Westbrook Village one of a kind.