Mary's Healing Hands, LLC

Hello Friends,

 

I sincerely hope this greeting finds you well and holding your own during these difficult times.  Self care has never been more important, never!

 

As much as we all dislike change, circumstances require that we think “out of the box” about our daily activities. Be safe and help your immune system stay strong. Try little ways to get the stress out; a walk, a scenic car ride, a delicious meal, or turn off the tv, put down the phone and listen to some music. Embrace technology and try video visits with friends on  Zoom, Facebook Chat etc. My sisters and I have regular video visits and it has really helped me this year. 

 

So, as the infection rate continues to rise, I will only schedule regular clients that are feeling well and have not traveled out of the Capital District within 2 weeks of their appointments. My schedule has  been greatly reduced as well as I work from home. If you have any questions or concerns, please let me know. 

 

And for something new, my daughter Christine has started chair yoga classes via Zoom. All you need is a sturdy, armless chair, like a typical kitchen chair and an hour. Her schedule is irregular for now but by January we’re planning on 2 classes a week. Each class is $10 payable by check via mail or Venmo if you have the app. Let me know if you’d like to join us. A floor yoga class will be coming soon too.

 

Best wishes for a warm, healthy holiday season,

 

Mary

 

 

 

 

 

 

Hello Friends,

 

Wow, it’s August already and I can’t say that I’ll be sad to see this summer go, it’s been too darn hot! Well, on top of all of the other “stuff”, there’s been a lot of resentment on my part towards the weather. This too shall pass…usually with some ice cream to take the edge off 🙂

 

Thank you all for your patience with my schedule. Covid procedures and my own precautions take time, especially working in my home. So my schedule is changing a bit too, my new start time is 11 am Monday through Friday. For the time being, I will not be working on weekends. I have found that having that down time has become essential to my sanity. That, and working in the garden when it’s not too darn hot!

 

As my schedule is limited, it is impossible to see new clients for the foreseeable future. So my friend Laura from Eagle Crest Therapies is helping me out. She’s my massage therapist and she’s great! She’s located at the Executive Suites at the Peter Harris Plaza on Route 7 in Latham, a truly beautiful space, and her telephone number is 518 301 5463. 

 

These unusual times require tweaks to our usual routines to take better care of ourselves. Now more than ever, pay attention to your self care. Keep your immune system strong by reducing your stress/anxiety levels. You know that there’s loads of options via the internet, e.g. meditation, yoga, and Tai Chi, so go explore. Or go for a walk, especially in a wooded area, trees are so healing  

 

Stay well everyone and be careful out there!

 

Peace and love,

 

Mary

 

Hello Friends,

 

Such strange times, aren’t they? Think I’m going to journal about it just to help sort out my feelings, reflect a bit. Keep thinking that someday, it will be interesting to look back at The Great Quarantine of 2020 and how little I actually got done   Thankfully, we are well here and I am so grateful! 

 

As you may have guessed, I will remain closed at least through mid May.  We’ll just have to see how things go, “you protect me and I protect you”.  Speaking of protection, I do hope you all are taking every precaution to be safe and that includes extra self care.  Bob and I are trying Beginning Tai Chi with short YouTube videos. The dogs think we’re doing a new dance or something, but it really feels quite refreshing. My sisters and I are having Zoom meetings, (an app on our phones) to “see” each other a couple of times a week. It’s wonderful except only one of us can talk at a time.   Hope you’re all staying in touch with those that you care about.

 

I am missing you all so much! Bob is finally getting some massages as I need to practice but he keep falling asleep. Please keep yourself hydrated, eat well and stretch every day!

 

Peace and love,

 

Mary 

 

Hope this finds you all well and eager for spring! My friend John brought to my 
attention that I never did a February newsletter, where did the month go? Time 
to get back on track! 

So, my special this month is my new Rejuvenator package for $60 in my updated 
treatment room: 

* 20 minute chair massage to release tight muscles in neck, shoulders and back 
* Hot paraffin hand wax treatment plus hand massage to deeply moisturize and soothe 
* Detoxing foot soak with essential oils plus foot massage to cleanse and nourish
* Harney & Sons Herbal teas to hydrate and detox 

If you have not yet visited my updated treatment room, please do so during your next appointment. A new cozy rug, comfy chairs, soft lighting, aromatherapy and relaxing music set the tone for relaxation.  The treatment room is adjoining the massage studio, so it’s easy to extend your regular appointment with a totally new experience. And, as always, gift certificates are available for this package too.

Chair yoga classes continue this month on Thursday mornings at the Waterford 
Community Center with my daughter Christine of Black Bird Yoga. Hour long 
classes begin at 10 am, beginners are always welcome for $4 per class. Help 
yourself feel better in body and mind with this wonderful, simple practice. 

We spring ahead on March 10 and I can’t wait to get out in our garden! Time to 
stretch those muscles in preparation for spring cleaning and weeding. Here’s 
this month’s video from my fave physical therapists, hope you find these 
stretches helpful: 

Recently, I’ve been taking an extended continuing education class in 
aromatherapy from Jennifer Sowle, owner of Saratoga Aromatherapy. The quality of 
her beneficial products have so impressed me that I am now using her oils 
exclusively in my practice. Please take a peek at her web page, 
saratogaaromatherapy.com if you are interested. During your next appointment, I 
would be delighted to share these oils with you so we can find one 
that will most benefit you and your massage experience! 

Be grateful for the little things, 

Mary
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Dear Friends,

Hope this greeting finds you all taking good care of yourselves during this
hectic season! Do your best to keep yourself sane and not overdoing anything.
It’s so tempting to get a little carried away this time of year, but remember,
everything in moderation. Your body and soul will thank you for it 

As some of you may know, I’ve been taking classes in aromatherapy. And as I
learn, I am incorporating different oils into my massages for therapeutic
benefits such as pain relief or uplifting your spirits. If you haven’t seen me
in awhile, please ask me about them, perhaps you’d like to try one with your
massage. There is no additional charge.

My gift certificate special continues through New Year’s Day. Individual
certificates and packages are available, please call me to arrange pick up, put
in the mail or put on account. Massage A Month Club members may always purchase
certificates at your discount year round. Otherwise, prices are:
1/30 min massage for $35
3/30 min massage for $90
1/60 min massage for $70
3/60 min massage for $180
1/90 min massage for $100
3/90 min massage for $270

Here’s this month’s stretch video, try it, you might like it:

https://youtu.be/HOSq52v9x5w

Best wishes to you all for a warm, wonderful holiday season and a happy, healthy
New Year!

Peace and love,

Mary

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