Mother's Day Special

Welcome to Spring...
With Mother's Day in 2 weeks, I want to let you know about a special I'm running. Treat mom to a relaxing one hour massage and get one for yourself too! Do you own a pet? Then you're a mom!!! Are you a grandma, have daughters, or daugter-in-laws who are moms?  Consider this gift for her!!

Buy mom an hour relaxing massage and get one for yourself for HALF off!!! That's a Buy One Get One 1/2 off! The total cost to you is $105! (including tax!)

You could always treat YOURSELF to this deal too! Email me at balancethroughbodywork@gmail.com, or give a call to 612.670.9093 and I'll be sure to get your gift certificate in the mail THIS week. Plus, I now accept credit cards for your convenience.

Pay attention to future blogs to get additional specials.

Wishing you health and wellness,
Michele

Save $10 per session....

how you might ask? Book a bodywork session in September and receive $10 off your session!!! In addition, the RE-BOOKING DISCOUNT IS RETURNING!!!

Re-book before you leave and save $10 on the next session!!!

My hours will be shifting a bit as there's been some changes in my life!! I took a new job with CenterPoint, my alma mater, for massage school as the admissions representative and with it, a bit of a schedule change. My primary hours will be from 9a-6pm, therefore, shifting my massage hours a bit. I'm working out the kinks to discover what will serve you best and am open to working out potential morning sessions during the week and increasing my availability on the weekends!!

Call today to schedule your much needed bodywork session AND to get the discount!! Who couldn't use an extra $10 in your pocket, plus feel amazingly relaxed after a session!!

Hoping your are well,
Michele
612.670.9093

Mother's Day Special!!!

Quick...it's not too late!!

Pamper mom with a gift certificate and save $10!!! $55 gets an hour mom will never forget!!

Email me with your address and I'll get your gift certificate out in time for Mother's Day!!!

Give mom the gift of relaxation and rejuvenation.

Happy Mother's Day to all you mom's!!

Wishing you well!
Michele

New Name...New Prices... More Appointment Times...Same Great Service!!!

New Name:
On October 1, I married my long-time boyfriend, Chris! We had a beautiful evening wedding with wonderful friends and family in attendace. I know WE had a great time and it's great to hear everyone still talk about how much fun THEY had...even the little ones.

New Prices:
On September 1, 2010, I raised my prices on average $10 for an hour session. I broke down the prices to include relaxing, deep tissue, Lomi Lomi and Shiatsu. In addition, I have done away with the promotions. I no longer offer the $10 off to rebook, the Birthday Bonus or the BOGO (typically offered this time of year).

More Appointment Times:
Starting January 1, 2011 I will be adding in 4 more massage times per week!! 1:30pm and 3:30pm on Monday and Wednesday to the already 5:30pm and 7:30pm time slots. This is an exciting opportunity for me to pursue my passion!

Same Great Service:
My commitment is to continue to provide excellent customer service and assist you in feeling as relaxed, rejuvenated and loved as possible!! Thank you for your ongoing commitment to me and for continually asking for me to add more time slots and expand my business!!!

Call today to schedule your appointment, 612.670.9093.

Wishing you well!
Michele Reid

Thanks and Giving!!

Happy Spring! I hope you are getting out and enjoying the sunshine. My apologies for delayed blog. The intention was to assist in getting appointments filled and to provide useful information to you on various topics.

Having said that...thank you for being dedicated clients! Your body thanks you too!! I have gotten so booked that people are being put on a waiting list, hoping for a cancellation! I never imagined I'd be scheduling into the next month. Thank you, thank you, thank you! Whether you see me once a year, or once a month, you make all the difference to having a successful business!

For the giving aspect of this blog...I have been a part of a leadership and training program since September of 2009 and have met unbelievable women! We are committed to making a difference in people's lives and through our brainstorming we have decided to raise money to donate to various causes.

I will be collecting donations each month. Our first recipient will be a Women's Shelter in Minneapolis, just in time for Mother's day. I ask for your support in giving. Imagine the gift of a single-mom, or moms, getting pampered for a day and the benefits, not only for her, but her kids too.

Hoping you are well.
Michele

BOGO!!!!!!

With the arrival of the first snow...let me remind you that Chrismas is less than 3 months away!!

So, it's that time of year again for you to BUY ONE GET ONE 1/2 OFF!!!!!

For the grand total of $88.06 you can have 2 hours of massage!! Buy one hour at $55, get the second for only $27.50. Add in the tax and you have $88.06...that breaks down to $44.03 per hour! You can't beat it!! Keep them for yourself or opt to give one or both as gifts. Gift certificates are ready to be mailed to you in time for Christmas.

November appointments still available. Contact me at balancethroughbodywork@gmail.com, or call 612.670.9093 to schedule your appointment today.

Hoping you are well.
Michele

Available September and October appointments

Here's what's left for appointments...

Wednesday, September 23rd, 5:30pm
Thursday, September 24th, 5:30pm
Monday, September 28, 5:30pm

Here's what's left for October...

Thursday, October 1, 5:30pm
Sunday, October 4th, 8:30am, 1pm
Wednesday, October 14th, 5:30pm
Thursday, October 15th, 5:30pm, 7:30pm
Thursday, October 29th, 5:30pm
Saturday, October 31st, 2pm

Just wanted to give you all a quick update.

Hoping you are well.
Michele

September appointments...

I wanted to take some time to let you know what appointments are available for the rest of the month:

Thursday, September 10th, 5:30pm
Saturday, September 12th, 2pm
Sunday, September 13th, 8:30am, 2pm
Monday, September 14th, 5:30pm, 7:30pm
Monday, September 21st, 7:30pm
Wednesday, September 23rd, 5:30pm
Thursday, September 24th, 5:30pm
Monday, September 28th, 5:30pm, 7:30pm
Wednesday, September 30th, 7:30pm

They tend to go quick once I post, so feel free to contact me via email at balancethroughbodywork@gmail.com, or call at 612.670.9093 to set your appointment up today!!

Enjoy your long weekend! Hope you had a great summer!

Hoping you are well,
Michele

Dog Days of Summer!!

I hope you are all staying cool during these hot summer days. With fall rapidly approaching I wanted to keep you all updated on available appointments. Business has picked up lately and I hope to keep this blog updated more than once per month.
With that said, here's what's left for August and the available times for September:


August:

Monday, August 24th, 7:30pm
Thursday, August 27th, 5:30pm
Saturday, August 29th, 2pm
Monday, August 31st, 7:30pm

September:

Wednesday, September 9th, 7:30pm
Thursday, September 10th, 5:30pm
Sunday, September 13th, 8:30am
Monday, September 14th, 7:30pm
Wednesday, September 16th, 5:30pm, 7:30pm
Monday, September 21st, 7:30pm
Wednesday, September 23rd, 5:30pm
Thursday, September 24th, 5:30pm
Monday, September 28th, 5:30pm, 7:30pm
Wednesday, September 30th, 5:30pm, 7:30pm

I'm willing to work on Monday, September 7th, if anyone is in town and would like a session. Please feel free to email me at balancethroughbodywork@gmail.com or call me at 612.670.9093. If there are other times that work better for you, let me know and I'll see what I can do.

Stay cool!!
Michele

Triple "A": Available August Appointments!!!

Good evening everyone. I hope you are all enjoying your summer. Can you believe it's almost time for school to start? Whether you are a mom or dad waiting for the kids to go back to school, or a student needing a tune up before it starts...now is the time to schedule your massage!!!

Here are this month's available dates and times:

Monday, August 3, 7:30pm
Wednesday, August 5, 7:30pm
Monday, August 10, 5:30pm, 7:30pm
Thursday, August 13, 5:30pm
Wednesday, August 19, 5:30pm
Monday, August 24, 5:30pm, 7:30pm
Wednesday, August 26, 5:30pm
Thursday, August 27, 5:30pm
Monday, August 31, 5:30pm, 7:30pm

If there is a time you don't see listed, that may work better for you, please contact me at balancethroughbodywork@gmail.com or feel free to call 612.670.9093.

Hoping you are well,
Michele

Happy 4th of July!!!

Summer is here in full swing and my apologizes for not blogging sooner. It's been a busy June. I did some trainings in mid June working with joint mobility in the neck, back and hips and the end of June went to Chicago to brush up on Lomi Lomi. I'm so excited!! Both modalities offer so much to the client on structural and spiritual levels.

The myofascial work done in mid June was taught by Erik Dalton who created many different ways to increase joint mobility to help with things like neck cricks, frozen shoulders, low back and leg pain. All techniques were very useful and the feedback thus far has been wonderful.

The Lomi Lomi training was very similar to what I learned 4 years ago, but with one big difference...it was in Chicago versus Hawaii. Not knowing if the same energy would be produced, I'm so happy to say the spirit of aloha was alive and well in Chicago too. I was so moved by the bodywork that I am going to a more advanced training in October. I'm realizing that Lomi Lomi is a true passion and one that shapes who I am as a person and how I work with each and every one of you. If you haven't had the opportunity to experience a Lomi Lomi yet, please take the time to do so. I had forgotten some of the strokes and was able to reconnect with them on a deeper level and would love the chance to share that spirit of aloha with you.

Here's what's available for next couple of months, so you can plan your summer bodywork session accordingly:

JULY:

Sunday, July 12th, 2pm
Monday, July 20th 5:30pm, 7:30pm
Tuesday, July 21st, 5:30pm
Sunday, July 26th, 8:30am
Wednesday, July 29th, 5:30pm, 7:30pm
Thursday, July 30th 5:30pm, 7:30pm

AUGUST:

Monday, August 3rd, 5:30pm, 7:30pm
Wednesday, August 5th, 5:30pm, 7:30pm
Saturday, August 8th, 12pm, 2pm
Sunday, August 9th, 8:30am, 2pm
Monday, August 10th, 5:30pm, 7:30pm
Thursday, August 13th, 7:30p
Sunday, August 16th, 8:30am, 2pm
Monday, August 17th, 7:30pm
Wednesday, August 19th, 5:30pm, 7:30pm
Monday, August 24th, 7:30pm
Wednesday, August 26th, 5:30pm, 7:30pm
Sunday, August 30th, 8:30am, 2pm
Monday, August 31st, 5:30pm, 7:30pm

If these days or times don't work, please call me at 612.67.9093 or email me at balancethroughbodywork@gmail.com to make other arrangements.

Hoping you are well,
Michele

Mother's Day Special and Appointments available for May

Spring has finally sprung and what better way to show mom how much YOU CARE FOR HER by getting her the gift of massage this Mother's Day!
Receive $10 off any gift certificate for Mother's Day, Sunday, May 10th!!

This offer is good until April 30th, so email me at balancethroughbodywork@gmail.com, or call me at 612.670.9093 to have your gift certificate mailed to you in time for Mom's Special Day!!!!

Here's are May's available times:

Tuesday, May 5th at 5:30pm
Sunday, May 10th at 8:30am
Monday, May 11th at 7:30pm
Monday, May 18th at 7:30pm
Thursday, May 21st at 7:30pm
Saturday, May 23rd at 12pm
Saturday, May 23rd at 2pm
Sunday, May 24th at 8:30am
Sunday, May 24th at 1:30pm
Sunday, May 31st at 8:30am
Sunday, May 31st at 1:30pm


I will be taking some time off in June to learn new skills and build on old ones. I will be attending a weekend workshop June 19, 20 and 21st and traveling to Chicago to refresh my skills in Lomi Lomi from June 24th thru the 29th. Therefore, June is filling up fast, be sure to call today to schedule your appointment!

Hoping you are well,
Michele

Now scheduling Sunday appointments!!!

I am now starting to schedule appointments every other Sunday. At this point, I'm setting appointments at 9am and 2pm. I am willing to add more times if necessary. In addition, some Thursday appointments are also open. So, here's what's available for March and April:

Sunday, March 29th: 9am, 2pm
Sunday, April 5th: 9am, 2pm
Monday, April 6th: 7:30pm
Wednesday, April 8th: 5:30pm
Thursday, April 9th: 7:30pm
Thursday, April 16th: 5:30pm, 7:30pm
Sunday, April 19th: 9am
Wednesday, April 22nd: 5:30pm
Thursday, April 23rd: 5:30pm
Monday, April 27th: 7:30pm
Wednesday, April 29th: 5:30, 7:30pm

Keep in mind Mother's Day is coming on Sunday, May 10th. Give mom the gift of relaxation by getting her a gift certificate. Order anytime before April 15th and get $10 off her session!!!


Hoping you are well!
Michele

Time to think spring!!!

With winter winding down, it's time to THINK SPRING!!! I am so excited to have spring arrive.

Be sure to watch your step with the melting and re-freezing going on! If you happen to fall, be sure to ice the injured area and elavate it as best you can. Once the swelling has gone down, if you need a little help stretching out the muscles, please call me to set up an appointment.

You can call to set up an appointment WITHOUT any injuries too, of course!

Please forward the blog to people if they are interested in bodywork sessions. That way, they can check me out to make sure they feel comfortable.

For those of you that have passed along referrals...thank you so much! I'm creating a successful business because of YOU!!! It means the world to me that you would entrust me with your friends and loved ones.

I am so grateful for all of your support during the tough economic times. As you all know, I don't take anything for granted, most especially you! And you can bet you'll get your money's worth!

February is all booked up, but there are still some time slots in March. Keep an eye out in the upcoming weeks for available dates and times. If you KNOW you'd like an appoinment, email me at balancethroughbodywork@gmail.com, or call at 612.670.9093.

Be well!
Michele

More helpful hints for a healthy 2009!!

I hope you all enjoyed the long weekends and had a safe holiday. I wanted to offer some tips to keep you healthy this year!!!

*Drink warm water instead of cold to warm you from the inside out.
*Wear a scarf around your neck and under your coat to keep the cold air from "invading" your defensive Qi. Wearing a scarf can protect you from getting a winter cold.
*Stretch out after you have shoveled the driveway or sidewalk. This will keep your back limber and prevent you from getting stiff.

Just a few thoughts on how you can take care of yourself all year.

I still have some time slots avaiable toward the end of January. I am also working on Martin Luther King day, the 19th, if you prefer a day appointment. Call me at 612.670.9093 or email at balancethroughbodywork@gmail.com to schedule your appointment.

Hoping you are well.
Michele

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!!

Seasons Greetings to all!

I got wrapped up in the season and missed the last 2 Sundays to blog. My apologies for those of you who look forward to this! ;-)

First, let me thank all of you for your business over the last year. At last count, I completed over 100 massages this year. Thank you for the success of Balance Through Bodywork.

Second, I have new brochures now available! They were professionally done and I am so proud of how they turned out. I couldn't be more pleased. Thank you to Gina for all of your hard work. They look awesome!!

Lastly, what everyone is wondering..."what appointment times are left? For crying out loud, I'm going to be seeing my family this week and I could really use a session!!!"

Monday December 29th at 7:30pm is the last session for the year.

In January 2009:
Saturday 3rd at 12 noon or 2pm
Wednesday 14th at 7:30pm
Monday the 19th (MLK day) 1pm or 3pm (Great for those of you who have that day off!!)
Wednesday 21st at 7:30pm
Thursday 22nd at 5:30pm **NEW TIME/DAY ADDED**
Monday 26th at 5:30pm or 7:30pm
Wednsday 28th at 5:30pm or 7:30pm
Saturday 31st at 2pm

As always, if these days/times don't work, please call me at 612.670.9093 or email at balancethroughbodywork@gmail.com to see if something else will.

Have a happy and safe holiday season.
Hoping you are well.
Michele

Helpful hints to get you through the winter!!

Good Evening! I'm hoping you are all safe and warm on this cold winter day.

I just wanted to share some ideas about taking care of your body this winter. With the snow falling outside, it's important to remember proper body mechanics when you pick up the shovel!

Keep in mind to turn your entire body, feet and all, in the direction you are throwing the snow vs turning at your midsection. This will save your lower back, especially if the snow is heavy. Be sure to stretch when you finish. It may not be a "gym" workout, but it's still a workout!! Stretching right away when you are done will also help alleviate back pain.

Some suggested stretches:

-Cat stretch: be on the floor on all fours and pull your belly button toward your spine to round your back.
-Child's pose: A great yoga position to stretch the lower back. Kneel on the floor, push your backside to your heels and bend at the waist. For an added stretch: put your arms overhead to get the stretch through the midback and shoulders.
-Sit and reach: Sit on the ground with your legs in front of you, outstretched. Bend at the waist to try to reach your toes. Don't bounce, just reach as far as you can until you feel the stretch.

Hold each stretch for 30 seconds to a minute, relax and try to stretch a little bit further the next time.
If at any time you feel pain, stop right away!!! Feel free to email me at balancethroughbodywork@gmail.com if you have further questions about the stretches or you'd like other suggestions.

Hoping you are well.
Michele

December Appoinments Available

Relax this holiday season with a massage! There are still some appointment times available.

Wednesday, December 10th at 7:30pm
Monday, December 15th at 7:30pm
Tuesday, December 23rd at 7:30pm
Saturday, December 27th at 8am
Saturday, December 27th at 10:30am
Monday, December 29th at 7:30pm

Call Michele at 612.670.9093 or email at balancethroughbodywork@gmail.com for your session.

Due to the demand for the 5:30pm time slot, I am adding some Thursday evenings as well.

Have a glorious holiday season and thank you for your business. It's truly a blessing and an honor to work on each and every one of you.

Hoping you are well,
Michele

Final week....BOGO 1/2 off!

This is the final week to get the Holiday Special. Buy One, Get One 1/2 off. $87.94 for 2 1-hour sessions. Use them both for yourself, give one, or both, as gifts...it's up to you!

Take time for a massage on Saturday, November 29th at either 9am or 1pm. The first 2 people to schedule an appointment on those days will get $10 off the session!! That's $45 plus tax for an hour of complete bliss!!

December is filling up fast! I have many 7:30pm appointments available on either Mondays or Wednesdays. Perfect for when the kids go to bed...you can come get a massage and sleep as soundly as they do!!

Call, or email, to set up your appointment.

Have a great Thanksgiving!

Hoping you are well.
Michele
612.670.9093
balancethroughbodywork@gmail.com

Only 2 weeks left...

To get the HOLIDAY SPECIAL!!! Buy ONE get ONE half off! For the price of $87.94 get 2 one-hour bodywork session. Purchase in November...use ANYTIME!!!!


Available appointments:
Monday, November 24th at 7:30pm
Saturday, November 29th at 9am
Saturday, November 29th at 1pm

December is also filling up fast! Schedule a session to relax this holiday season. Do it for yourself AND your family. Think of how much easier the holidays will be when you are stress-free!!

Please call 612.670.9093 or email at balancethroughbodywork@gmail.com to schedule your appointment today.

Hoping you are well.
Michele