Massage Therapy Why do people get a massage? Most of the time it is to feel better. Sometimes it is because they are tense. If I am working on an athlete, it is usually to help them get limber before an event. Then to help them get rid of the lactic acid in their system that comes from athletic … Read more about Massage Therapy
A Multi-generational Massage Practice
I'm so excited. I am going to meet the third generation of a family I have served! The best thing about being a visiting massage therapist is you're in the home with the whole gang. You may get to meet children, Grandparents, Aunties and cousins, what a joy. In my years of practice, I have … Read more about A Multi-generational Massage Practice
My Career As A Massage Therapist
Every now and then I remember how remarkable it is that my massage career has been consistent for most my adult life. Recently I was enjoying a conversation with a woman who has had a few interesting career choices during her life. She has worked as an esthetician, a massage therapist and is … Read more about My Career As A Massage Therapist
Learning to Adapt
One of the best side benefits of my massage practice is I get to have interesting conversations with people whom I might not have ever met otherwise. I recently worked on a nice couple visiting from out of town. The gentleman mentioned his brother had gone to massage school and tried to start a … Read more about Learning to Adapt
Testimonial for Valentina
This has been an exhausting year for many of us. Valentina is and has always been one of the bright spots in times of darkness. When my body is sore from being tense all the time, she comes over and smooths out all my tension. If I have injured myself, she helps me heal. Thank you Val, for … Read more about Testimonial for Valentina
Bodies
I never get tired of trying to figure out the mysteries of the body. The body is a machine and it has moving parts and pieces which are designed to work together harmoniously. There are many facets of how a body is developed. Of course we have genetics that determine height and style of a … Read more about Bodies
The End of 2020 is Almost Here
Who could have predicted this year? Nowhere in my imagination could I have dreamed up this crazy year. For some people it's been one of the worst years of their lives. For me, personally, while there have been struggles for certain, it's not nearly as bad as when two hurricanes struck out … Read more about The End of 2020 is Almost Here
Dealing With Covid
Well, I have been in business for over 35 years now and even though this year went by fast it was one of the strangest ones I've ever lived through. It's been hard to not be able to get together for family gatherings and I have not seen some of my clients since March. It seems that everyone is … Read more about Dealing With Covid
Observations of Life
My chosen career has afforded me the opportunity to be of assistance to many different people from many walks of life. From Judges to attorneys to businesses owners. I have worked on people who work in the Medical field and people who build things. Throw in a few athletes and many other types of … Read more about Observations of Life
How To Listen
When people go to their hairdresser they tend to vent. Service providers such as hair dressers, bar tenders and others that one sees frequently and grows to trust, can become a safe place for some to vent about life's challenges and frustration or joys. Massage is similar in that respect. … Read more about How To Listen
Valentina, Massage Therapist
I love being a massage therapist. Massage therapy has been my career for many years now, and it never fails that I learn something new. I am an independent practitioner. My clients do not always purchase monthly packages in advance with set appointment times. There are times when people see me … Read more about Valentina, Massage Therapist
What Does A Good Massage Do For You?
People I meet will often ask what I do for a living. When I tell them that I am a professional massage therapist, I am usually met with one of two reactions. The first is, "oh my, I need a good massage." The second reaction is "what does a massage actually do for me?' What does a good massage … Read more about What Does A Good Massage Do For You?
