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Find time to receive.

Recently I was lucky enough to witness the composition of Jay Peak's summit where the long trail reaches 3,862 ft. and mother nature provides a magnificent unforgettable view.

Looking Southeast towards the endless blue sky and layered ridgelines of Vermont didn't seem real and it isn't easy to explain how openly quiet it felt.  I thought about what it would be like to experience this on a regular basis, how magical it could be...

As an orthopedic massage therapist I'm regularly thrilled at results from soft tissue work.  Change happens in the moment sometimes if I'm lucky however the best change comes with receiving consistently. Have you found time to receive on a regular basis? For some it's twice a week, for others it's once a quarter.  Either choice, you'll be pleasantly surprised how good you can feel if you give it a try :)

What's happening?

  • This May 5th we will be part of Montpelier Alive's Artwalk showing the photography of Hans Jonathan von Briesen He has an inquisitive eye and it shows in his work.  Here's a glimpse of his summit adventure.
  • I'm furthering my Cadaver Lab experiences once again with an observatory workshop in Hanover, NH.  I think there are still two spots left if you want to try it!
  • Clinical Orthopedic Manual Therapy (COMT) studies continue to enhance my practice with a new series titled "Intensive Skillset".  I'll be taking the first of six workshops, Orthopedic Assessment, in a week!

Help my team and a good cause :)

People's Health & Wellness Bowl-A-Thon

The "feel better bowlers" need your help raising funds for a good cause!  It's the People's Health & Welness Clinic's Annual Bowl-A-Thon on May 7th.

Having been a volunteer at the clinic, this event holds a special place in my heart for folks who cannot afford quality health care in Vermont.  Contact me to donate and thank you :)

Sliding scale price changes.

Starting May 1st my sliding scale fees will be changing.  All appointments and packages already scheduled will be charged current prices until then :)

New pricing:

  • 30 Minutes: $35-$55
  • 60 Minutes: $65-$90
  • 90 Minutes: $95-$120

Package deals remain! Packages of three save 10% and packages of six save 15%.

News from the office mates; Hannah & Amy

It's been two years at 153 Elm Street! Many of you have met Hannah and Amy, my fabulous office mates.  They have so much to offer for health and well being.

  • Amy's workshop this Saturday is called Breath and Your Body.  She writes "Uncover bracing and holding patterns that inhibit your breath and body. Discover a Freer, More Easeful YOU".
  • Hannah continues her practice in Manual Lymph Drainage and Oncology Massage.  If you know someone who would benefit, please lead them towards Tessera Massage.

For now, enjoy the weather to come! I look forward to continuing your health and healing this Spring and Summer.

Warmly~Melissa

ps-find my love of light, earth, and muscles on Instagram :)

Photographs~See Saw Image: mentalfloss.com, Bowling Shoes & Jay Peak: Melissa Marks, Snow Scene: Hans Jonathan von Briesen.