Ouchy Massage

[days_unfolding]

I woke up a little before my alarm and threw clothes in the dryer. Went back to sleep for a little while.

I'm a little worried about my dad. He and his wife were on a trip, and he was posting "trip reports," but he suddenly stopped.

I had my massage. The masseur applied more pressure than I like, but it worked. My shoulders and neck no longer

Comments

[sweetmeow]

IMO, your therapist is wise. I've heard it said, just as a general rule, that after a death of a close relative, it's wise not to make major life changes for a while. I guess the theory is that intense grief can color your judgment and overwhelm you when making those decisions.

EDIT: btw - I've had a massage that hurt because they pressed too hard. But - after it was over, I was more relaxed. I think a good massage therapist knows where the pressure points are. Maybe more pressure releases stress lodged inside joints and muscles.

[days_unfolding]

The massage seemed to help.

My therapist was really encouraging me to stay in Illinois. I don't know if it's because I'll continue to be a client then. (Maybe I'm being a bit cynical. I do like her.)

[ragnarok_08]

Glad your shoulders and neck no longer hurt :)

[days_unfolding]

Thanks

[lenine2]

I agree with sweetmeow. You have a lot to deal with right now, and the house decision can wait. I really like the idea of making the Urbana house feel more like your mom's house.

[days_unfolding]

Yeah, now I'm thinking that probably is the way to go. I wonder how long it'll take for the estate to get settled so that I could buy a house in Urbana.

[lab_jazz]

You have a lot to deal with, you need to take care of yourself first. Everything else can wait

[days_unfolding]

Thanks. I'm trying.