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Life’s Little Pleasure:
The Massage

The room was tranquil as the woman prepared. Candles were lit, soft music was playing in the bathroom. I felt uncomfortable undressing completely, so I had left my panties on beneath the robe. I got up on the table as the aroma of scented candles surrounded me. She draped a towel over me then removed my robe. I was a bit tense as she began, but her warm fingers soon relaxed me.

The masseuse started with my shoulder and neck area. I had been having some pain and stiffness in this area, which she was aware of. The pressure increased for a time, but I slowly felt my body loosen to her touch. I think she felt it, too, because her hands soon began working on other parts of my back. Although I was feeling relaxed and drowsy, I wasn’t sleepy. It was almost as if I were floating.

She kneaded my leg muscles for a bit before moving to my feet. I do believe that reflexology must have some validity. Once my feet were completely massaged I felt as if I were in heaven. I must have been like putty when she moved on to my arms, hands and fingers.

She then had me turn over onto my back where she then proceeded to massage the front of my neck and upper chest area. Miraculously, the headache I had for months dissipated with every stroke and kneading movement. Now I was feeling sleepy. She fully draped the towel over me and handed me my robe, signaling the end of my heavenly massage.

I had the advantage of having the masseuse come to the house where I was staying. So I was able to make my way to my guestroom and fall into the most restful sleep I had had in a long time.

I’m told at times by people that massages hurt. They shouldn’t. Even when you have deep knots in your back, neck or shoulders, they should be worked out gently. If it hurts, let your masseuse know. People have different pain tolerances and if you don’t voice your discomfort, they may not know. A massage can be one of life’s greatest little pleasures. You should enjoy the experience to its fullest potential.

~Trixie, March 2001
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