A New Adventure

I have decided to go in a new direction as a massage therapist.  I am closing Bodywork Potentials, LLC and going to work for another company. 

I want to thank all of you who have supported me in numerous ways with my business.  I have greatly enjoyed my time being self employed!  I have learned more than I ever imagined and I have gained the confidence in knowing that I can be successful as an entrepreneur...something I will definitely pursue again in the future.

All gift certificates for Bodywork Potentials remain valid indefinitely.  Please contact me at the phone number for Bodywork Potentials, 920-216-0612 to schedule your appointment with a gift certificate.

My new employer is Spa BenMarNico's, located inside the Copper Leaf Hotel, downtown Appleton.  If you wish to purchase a massage, please call the spa at 920-968-3399 to schedule.  For more information visit http://www.spabenmarnicos.com/.

This transition happened very quickly and smoothly...the universe definitely had a plan laid out. This past summer and into this fall we have been very busy with our family, house, karate class, cottage and new commitments to groups like the Community Family Resource Center. All of this combined has imposed time constraints that have been making it increasingly difficult for me to dedicate the time needed to effectively run Bodywork Potentials' business operations and follow-up with clients on top of the massage sessions. Last week Monday I started to think about the possibility of working as a massage therapist for someone else and brought it up to Jen. She agreed that it sounded like a good option to look into and that evening I felt a calm understanding that it was what I should be doing right now. So, Tuesday I found a site online and applied to a couple of places. Wednesday, Spa BenMarNico's called me to set up an interview for Thursday. That went well, so on Friday I did an "interview massage"...the last step to see if they wanted to hire me. And by Saturday morning I was on the schedule seeing clients. It was definitely the fastest, easiest employment change I've ever experienced! 

Gratitude ~ I am grateful for the opportunities that are presented to me and how they enrich my life.

Busy Week Updates

We've been running around all week.  Last week Thursday we promoted a student to Blue Belt - Gary did a great job and we couldn't be more proud.  On the weekend we had our karate class up to the cottage for our annual training day.  It rained and drizzled on us all day Saturday for the workout, but everyone still managed to have a  good time.  This week has been lots of errands and recovering from minor surgery.  The girls have been going to school, which means I go to preschool with Jo too, and I got to chaperon a field trip with Rae's class to Apple Creek Orchards.  Now we're getting packed up to go to the cottage again this weekend...time to slow down for a couple of days and be together as a family for a bit.  I'll get some pics off the camera and posted by early next week.

Gratitude ~ I am grateful for the busy times, and the slow times, and how they all bring us closer as a family.

Jo's 3rd Birthday

Sunday was Jo's 3rd Birthday.  She has been excited about this one all summer, since Rae had her party in April.  She's been counting down the events - birthdays, holidays, Van being born, Rae starting school - and we finally made it to her day!  She is getting into such a fun age where she had to be completely involved with all the aspects of getting ready for her party...buying supplies, decorating, making the cake...  It was a very rewarding experience to watch her joy, not only at the party, but leading up to it!

We got her a small aquarium and a few little fish...two of which didn't make it through the first 48 hours. I guess we're on the fish-husbandry learning curve. Thank you to all the family that came out to the house to celebrate!  We had a great time with everyone around.  Jo got so many great presents, and both girls have been playing with all the new stuff since. 

Gratitude ~ I am grateful that our children have such a great interactive extended family to grow up with!

CFRC Board of Directors

I have been elected as the Secretary on the Board of Directors for the Community Family Resource Center.  It is the non-profit organization that runs the preschool program, along with other family orientated events, that I take the kids to.  I have been so happy with the program, seeing what it's done for Rae & Jo, that I was happy to support them more directly when I was asked to join the BOD.  So now I'll get to spend my all my "free time" helping to organize fundraising events and write for grants.  These, along with United Way contributions, are the organization's main source of revenue and allow the program prices to be incredibly low. 

Looking forward to another exciting chapter in this life experience!

Gratitude ~ I am grateful for all the learning opportunities I am presented with through CFRC BOD.

Van's First Week

Van is 1 week old today! He had a check-up at the doctor yesterday and everything looks healthy! He is up to 8 lbs 5 oz...what a good little eater he is. Here are some pics from the past week.

(be sure to scroll down...there are a few more new posts including Rae starting school!)

Gratitude ~ I am grateful to have such a loving family. It is really special to be able to raise our children in an environment so completely filled with love!

Snapping Turtle

Zoe spotted this turtle making its way across our yard toward the pond. We grabbed the kids and camera and ran out to take a look. He took a few bites at me when I went to pick him up, and WOW, he is fast with that head and has quite a reach with his neck.

Grattitude ~ I am grateful to have such a variety of wildlife in our backyard. It is a great experience for our children to interact with!

Sprinkler Fun

Grandma and Grandpa brought the girls a new squiggle sprinkler. A couple of days last week it was very hot and they made good use of it!

Grattitude ~ I am grateful for the simple pleasures in life, like a sprinkler on a hot day, and how much joy they can bring.