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The Massage Message: Father’s Day Edition 2
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This Father’s Day: Massage for Your “Manly Man”
Sports or Deep Tissue Massage Gift Certificates for the Man in Your Life
With Father’s Day just around the corner, women and kids are trying to figure out what to give that special someone in their life. One Father’s Day gift idea that doesn’t seem to occur to many people is …

Sports or Deep Tissue Massage Gift Certificates for the Man in Your Life: With Father’s Day just around the corner, women are trying to figure out what to give that special someone in their life. One Father’s Day gift idea that doesn’t seem to occur to many people is a gift certificate for a massage. How about getting him a massage gift certificate this Father’s Day? …And I don’t mean for those metrosexual guys you know. They’re probably already booking massage sessions regularly. No, I mean for that tough, “manly man”, …Here are some tips for turning your hunk into a massage junkie:

1. Don’t call it “a massage.” Call it “a bodywork session.”
2. Don’t give him a gift certificate from a spa.
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Stuck for ideas for an upcoming baby shower? Check out this article with lots of ideas.

To make this a really great baby shower gift idea make sure to include things like a gift certificate for a prenatal massage!

In addition to the great suggestion of a prenatal massage gift certificate, a couple other ideas were gift baskets and a diaper cake. I had never heard of a diaper cake, so here’s the description, followed by some tips for gift baskets:

“Physical touch is another of the love languages. …this would be a perfect time for you to … spend time with your partner, giving them a massage, being intimate and physically showing them that you love them.”   …   Here’s a good video by Gloria MacDonald, matchmaking guru, relationship expert and founder of the dating service, Perfect Partners.  One of MacDonald’s suggestions for Valentine’s Day is to give your significant other a massage. One problem with that is that you may not feel confident with your massage technique. …

Sports or Deep Tissue Massage Gift Certificates for the Man in Your Life: With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, shops are displaying all kinds of gifts, from  pink, heart-shaped candies, to red lingerie with black bows, to Valentine-themed boxes of Godiva chocolates.  One Valentine’s Day gift idea that doesn’t seem to occur to many people is a gift certificate for a massage – especially for the man in your life.  How about getting him a massage gift certificate this Valentine’s Day?  …And I don’t mean for those metrosexual …

“And then another classic, but with an unexpected twist. He suggests a massage session or better yet, a massage lesson, where you both learn how to give each other a great, satisfying massage.” Valentine’s Day is supposed to be romantic, right? So why is it that I’ve had friends who have received gifts like a suitcase, a book on how to grow herbs, etc? In his blog, Paul Banas helps us out by coming up with some great ideas for romantic Valentine’s gifts. “…instead of the old restaurant again how about … in your home, or even the table in your lawn. You can be adventurous and plan a dinner on the beach…”

“…why not give a gift certificate for a service, like a massage…? Then your gift is doing two things: it makes your sweetie happy and supports a local business.” Here’s a great article from TheGreenestDollar.com about “green” gift suggestions for Valentine’s Day. After the initial complaints about the whole idea of Valentine’s Day simply being the commercial brainchild of Hallmark, the author gives us practical solutions so that if we do give in to the “institution”, we can at least feel good about not contributing to further offenses to our environment.

The Massage Message: December 10th, 2008
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“On Sunday December 7th, I had the privilege of participating in the Free Massage and Healing Clinic for the victims of the November Tea Fire in Santa Barbara…” Read more…

The Massage Message: November 26th, 2008

Tea Fire FREE Healing and Massage Clinic
I’ll be volunteering at a free massage/bodywork clinic for the fire survivors and firemen. Please spread the word to any of the survivors and firemen you may know.

Date: December 7, Sunday
Time: 12:30 – 6pm

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INNOVATIVE GIFTS FOR DAD

Michele Thompson, MS

Before you rush out to buy your dad the usual tie, shirt, cologne or fishing lure, think outside the Father’s Day gift box and surprise him with a present he’ll truly enjoy. These five innovative Father’s Day gifts are more than fitting for the hip and healthy dad as well as a husband who deserves something out of the ordinary this year. Warning, however, don’t expect dad to ever be satisfied with a typical no-thought present again. Give your dad one of these gifts and he’ll know how much he really means to you!

HoMedics iCush-100 Immersive Audio Sync Massage Seat

Give your contemporary dad the ultimate in indulgent entertainment experience. The iCush isn’t one of those boring massage cushions that simply pulse mono-rythymically. The iCush connects dad to his gaming system, MP3 player, and TV, giving him a full sensory experience of his games, music, and movies. Dad can plug in his iPod or MP3 Player or use the included adapter to connect directly to his TV, XBOX, PlayStation or other gaming console. This may not be the place for podcast workouts, but the iCush features are sure to get your dad’s heart racing.

There’s an interesting article on Bellasugar.com about buying spa and massage gift certificates.  The writer first points out the popularity of gift cards and gift certificates, telling us that her personal preference for gift certificates is spa gift certificates.
“Gift cards sell like crazy this time of year, but I’ve always preferred to give the gift of spa. Giving a spa gift certificate is a way to treat someone right…”
She then goes on to give us a few pointers and reminders:
Service or cash amount?
Personally, I like the idea of giving …

EmaxHealth
12/22/2007
Massage therapy intersects with two major consumer trends this holiday season making massage therapy gift certificates a holiday gift idea every adult appreciates.
National consumer research has shown a dramatic increase in acceptance of massage therapy by Americans over the past two decades, with 16 percent of Americans – one in six – having received a massage in 2006, up from 12 percent in 2004. First-time users reported overwhelmingly positive experiences in a January 2007 survey conducted by Harstad Strategic Research and sponsored by ABMP.

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So here you are, finally a certified massage therapist! Now you’re ready to start your practice! But where are all the clients?!?