Dad is still not doing too well. Home praise God, but not 100%. Worried worried worried. I feel like the whole family is a little on edge.... but what else is new....we just tend to be such a VERY edgy family.!.. What really is there to worry about? The minuscule, minor human 'bean' that I am, have a God more sovereign and just than I can fathom in complete control of my little covenant family. Who am I to question His power over a little health issue?
I enjoyed a glorious weekend with 'the fam' but am, as usual, having trouble back at home getting my head back in the game. I have much to prepare for with 2 very long days at work before J and i head off to New Mexico for my myoskeletal training with Eric Dalton. Packing, laundry, house stuff and hubby, who has sadly been neglected lately...
Looking forward to being out of state for a bit, but praying like crazy dad can be settled and comfortable when I am gone. Of course of every caregiver Mom is the best :-)
*sigh*
Monday, February 15, 2010
Thursday, February 11, 2010
yikes
My dad is in the Hospital for multiple pulmonary embolisms etc. And no I am not sure of all of which the etc. contains. I happened to have a wonderfully flexible week at work, which meant I could spend the majority of my time in the SV hospital. In good spirits with a good sense of humor, Dad is handling everything 'well,' although i hope he understands it is 'ok' to be a little anxious or frustrated; we understand his human-ness! He was admitted Superbowl Sunday and has greatly improved albeit slowly, and is coming to terms with the commitment to recovery he must now face.
Needless to say it has been an 'interestingly' tough week
Any and all prayers are greatly appreciated. Not sure yet when he will be released, hopefully by Monday... ... ...
Needless to say it has been an 'interestingly' tough week
Any and all prayers are greatly appreciated. Not sure yet when he will be released, hopefully by Monday... ... ...
Saturday, February 6, 2010
blip
"I'm sick of following my dreams, I'm just going to ask where there going and hook up with them later!"
oh the wisdom of Mitch Hedberg, the inspirational, horribly-mouthed comedian who OD'd...
Had a wonderful dinner with my awesome brother this evening, we met half way in Casa Grande so he, in all his wisdom on the matter, could help me formulate a plan to start transforming my massage career. Setting boundaries, renegotiating contracts, etc. He happened to be very insightful, definitely did his research on my industry. I am very encouraged.
But, it also got me thinking about my future. I love my industry, I have not been in it very long. I wish there was enough hours in the day for me to pursue EVERYTHING.
My second priority would be writing. And then education. So much to learn and study and write on my own. And then of course I need to go back to school. Wow.
Perhaps if there were 32 hours in a day, and I only slept 8 and worked 8 ; oh and of course add another 8 for JOSEPH..then there would leave 8 hours for other pursuits. delicious.
oh the wisdom of Mitch Hedberg, the inspirational, horribly-mouthed comedian who OD'd...
Had a wonderful dinner with my awesome brother this evening, we met half way in Casa Grande so he, in all his wisdom on the matter, could help me formulate a plan to start transforming my massage career. Setting boundaries, renegotiating contracts, etc. He happened to be very insightful, definitely did his research on my industry. I am very encouraged.
But, it also got me thinking about my future. I love my industry, I have not been in it very long. I wish there was enough hours in the day for me to pursue EVERYTHING.
My second priority would be writing. And then education. So much to learn and study and write on my own. And then of course I need to go back to school. Wow.
Perhaps if there were 32 hours in a day, and I only slept 8 and worked 8 ; oh and of course add another 8 for JOSEPH..then there would leave 8 hours for other pursuits. delicious.
Thursday, February 4, 2010
ESFJ
I am a massage therapist. This can be a very physically but more so emotionally exhausting job. Don't hear what I'm not saying, I absolutely love my job, I cannot imagine doing anything else as a career, and for what feels like the first time ever, I am actually good at what I do.
However, what I have realized, is there are more energy vampires in the world than I could have imagined. And not just clients on the table; people I speak to on the phone, business people I network, have the ability to suck the life out of me if I let them. And who pays the price? When everything is getting sucked out of you during the day, the empty person goes home to a spouse who is not receiving what he should.
Lately, I have been trying to avoid having my emotional energy stolen. My job is to help your body cope with what is effecting it, purely physically, or the emotional pain which manifests itself into physical pain. By all means vent on the table, let someone else handle your pain for a moment, I really don't mind. But, I am now checking the baggage at the *massage* table as it were. I am taking a deep breath on the way home, so when I arrive I am new, rejuvenated and not dwelling on the issues of others, the stress, or the gratification of my job.
I am trying to bring home only me at my best attitude.
Another interesting facet to my industry which I personally find fascinating; is when the connection between you and a client is strong. The person that gets on your table, and the person they see as their therapist, are completely different when the session is over. Some people just need to be heard, need to have their wisdom shared, and I am honored to be the recipient. As a therapist you are always listening to the body, or the person; and when you are really and truely listening, a bond happens which is unique and different. And at the end of the session you are each seen with a new found respect for one another.
Perhaps it is my age, but many times I get the "my god you look 12 years old look" and half way through the session... "how are you so strong?" and "thank you so so much." And I love to help people. And I am so thankful I work for people who recognize your efforts and who want to be helped. I work for very grateful people. When you come down to it, even though I work in a more medicinal/orthopedic massage industry, technically I am still just your service person. So, am I every grateful for their gratefulness.
One limitation to my job is the inability, during a session, to tell somebody Jesus is seeking them and loves them. I don't believe that is considered inside my 'scope of practice,' but these people need the gospel. I just need to seek my opportunities and pray for good timing... ...
However, what I have realized, is there are more energy vampires in the world than I could have imagined. And not just clients on the table; people I speak to on the phone, business people I network, have the ability to suck the life out of me if I let them. And who pays the price? When everything is getting sucked out of you during the day, the empty person goes home to a spouse who is not receiving what he should.
Lately, I have been trying to avoid having my emotional energy stolen. My job is to help your body cope with what is effecting it, purely physically, or the emotional pain which manifests itself into physical pain. By all means vent on the table, let someone else handle your pain for a moment, I really don't mind. But, I am now checking the baggage at the *massage* table as it were. I am taking a deep breath on the way home, so when I arrive I am new, rejuvenated and not dwelling on the issues of others, the stress, or the gratification of my job.
I am trying to bring home only me at my best attitude.
Another interesting facet to my industry which I personally find fascinating; is when the connection between you and a client is strong. The person that gets on your table, and the person they see as their therapist, are completely different when the session is over. Some people just need to be heard, need to have their wisdom shared, and I am honored to be the recipient. As a therapist you are always listening to the body, or the person; and when you are really and truely listening, a bond happens which is unique and different. And at the end of the session you are each seen with a new found respect for one another.
Perhaps it is my age, but many times I get the "my god you look 12 years old look" and half way through the session... "how are you so strong?" and "thank you so so much." And I love to help people. And I am so thankful I work for people who recognize your efforts and who want to be helped. I work for very grateful people. When you come down to it, even though I work in a more medicinal/orthopedic massage industry, technically I am still just your service person. So, am I every grateful for their gratefulness.
One limitation to my job is the inability, during a session, to tell somebody Jesus is seeking them and loves them. I don't believe that is considered inside my 'scope of practice,' but these people need the gospel. I just need to seek my opportunities and pray for good timing... ...
Tuesday, February 2, 2010
Ski bunny
Snowboarding was an utter utter disaster! I believe I bruised every area on my body physically possible, and was never able to stay uprate long enough to see if I even enjoyed it! Hilarious actually... and as Joseph breezed by me, he could have only been described as floating; he said more than once "I just don't see you as a snowboarder snookums, you're my ski bunny!"
After the first day on the slopes I hung up my snow board FOREVER! The second day Joseph and I were not sure if we wanted to go again, as I could hardly move to begin with, but why waste a gorgeous day in the White Mountains? This time JOSEPH decided to try snow boarding, which lasted 20 minutes....
I didn't fall once on my skis! It was an absolutely gorgeous clear day, and we stayed together on the easier slopes for me, and we traversed all over those mountains. What a wonderful way to spend our 6 month anniversary.
I am still tragically sore this morning, and need to rally myself for my business meeting, and giving treatments this afternoon.
After the first day on the slopes I hung up my snow board FOREVER! The second day Joseph and I were not sure if we wanted to go again, as I could hardly move to begin with, but why waste a gorgeous day in the White Mountains? This time JOSEPH decided to try snow boarding, which lasted 20 minutes....
I didn't fall once on my skis! It was an absolutely gorgeous clear day, and we stayed together on the easier slopes for me, and we traversed all over those mountains. What a wonderful way to spend our 6 month anniversary.
I am still tragically sore this morning, and need to rally myself for my business meeting, and giving treatments this afternoon.
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