Marissa's Blog (4)

I have been urged by a couple of lovely ladies to start a blog in hopes of entertaining as well as offering support to others in the field who are pregnant and practicing. At this time, I am 8 weeks pregnant and have a lovely 4 year old princess/monster at home. Personally, I think all children at that age are given to bipolar-like traits, no offense. I own and operate Two Rivers Bodyshop in Ottawa, IL. The client load is moderate and growing each month. Much like… Continue

I saw a few quotes today that got me chuckling. Just want to share!

"To massage or not to massage: What a stupid question!"

"Working is for people who don't do massage"

"My husband told me to pick him or massage: I sure am going to miss him"

On the eve of a new path to travel, I am surprisingly nervous. For the past 7 years I have been a "bodyworker". No room for negotiation. I will even admit that there have been times in my past that I have looked down on anything less. I know, I know, I know, who do I think I am?!?!?! People change. We know this! We see this on a continual basis. Stasis Bad. Change Good.

One year ago I was given the opportunity to open up shop in my neighbor's salon. Since it is in my home town I though… Continue

How many times a day do we stress the importance of frequent massage and bodywork? Each and every client we see that day, correct? Well, the more I've been thinking about it, the more I've been realizing that there are a lot of us out there that aren't practicing what we teach! Think hard....when was the last time you had a massage? I had one 2 days ago. It was fabulous and I've slept like a rock the past two nights. The previous massage was 3 weeks before. The one before that? 4 years. OUCH!… Continue