Good Feelings!

I received my materials on Saturday for both the Equine portion and the Canine portion of my Massage goals. The Equine portion came with a very in depth DVD of our head instructor/the founder of Equissage, and a binded book. The Canine portion came with a folder of knowledge to learn and a DVD that was very easy to follow.

So far I think my horses appreciate me more than my dog, though my dog is very easy to please. I must say I am a nut when it comes to massaging my dog. I feel like a total fumble finger and can't feel what I think I need to. Luckily, this is why I am doing it Hands-On in December. As for the horses, I think my lesson gelding appreciates me a little more than just a food thrower. I felt confident that I could work from his Atlas to his Scapula without problem and his reactions to the massage were very rewarding. He was very honest where he felt discomfort and after treating those area's he would lick and chew (a good sign) and stretch his neck out and close his eyes half way.

This job is going to be so rewarding in more than just a monetary way. My excitement has NOT dulled in the last week. I have started studying and memorizing the muscles, and by the end of November my goals are to know both the horse and dog muscles (that are directly involved in the massage, so luckily not every little one) and their functions. I also want to have memorized the different ailments that come with different disciplines/breeds.

The weather has been dreary and wet which is not usual for fall. We usually get lots of wind and cold but not usually quite this much rain. Bummer, but good times for some nice Jazz and a nice warm fire.

I finally have more time to read. I love Dan Brown books (Da Vinci Code, Angels and Demons etc...) and have his newer book Lost Symbol, but haven't had to time to really read it. Hopefully I can get that read this month. Hopefully!