Essential Touch llc

04/09/2026

Hot, sweaty, sunny, hot, long, and did i say HOT day here for set-up in Surprise AZ. Whew.
Glad the volunteers were so dedicated and sincere!!!!

04/08/2026

Surprise visit from one of my Pt Townsend friends, Eric, from last season. He’s here in Surprise and wants to carry a couple specific panels. 🥰
Great turnout for the es**rt.
Here is to a great build day tomorrow!

04/06/2026

Today was a busy one in AZ before The Wall That Heals duties begin.
Saw the offices for Synergistic Living, then headed to Blisstopia Retreats in Peoria and chatted with Rick about maybe scheduling The bodymind center for thai massage for a retreat-based training in AZ ….
That might be REALLY nice!!!

04/05/2026

I’ll be spending Easter Sunday in transit…. And next week with The Wall That Heals.
If you are around Phoenix, or have friends who are, please come and see The Wall this week!!!!

04/04/2026

As we enter this Easter Weekend, i am simply mindful of all those we have loved who have passed.
While the change of years always brings a nostalgic look back upon those lost, the change into spring, where rebirth and renewal are all around, also gifts an opportunity to remember the parts of those passed that live within us. To, in some small fashion, keep the memories of loved ones alive.

04/02/2026

No (April Fool’s) joke here….
VVMF has honoured the initial group of Vietnam Veterans with the Service Beyond Service award!

March 29, 2026 Washington, D.C. – The Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund (VVMF) has announced 49 recipients of the Service Beyond Service Award, recognizing veterans for service to their communities, their states and their country […]

03/31/2026

Back on the mat for a whirlwind week before i head to Surprise AZ for Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund’s The Wall That Heals!!!

If you are looking to relieve a little post-tax season stress (2 weeks until tax day!!!!) i have openings:
Tues 21 April in Manchester at 2 or 3 pm
Weds 29 April in Manchester at 10 am

(Happy to add you to the waitlist as well)

Booking now for (limited) May appointments or anywhere through summer!!!

03/29/2026

Beautiful ceremony (i’d expect… overseas and hotel wi-fi is less than excellent) from the VVMF.
Today is a day to honor our Vietnam Veterans.
Thank you, to all who served when their country asked/called/demanded.

03/27/2026

Funny enough…. It doesn’t LOOK like Manchester CT’s local airport. 😝🤣
A few more days before i return home and will see you on the mat. Until then, i am currently in Bolton.
England.
Not CT.
But the weather feels the same 😉

03/26/2026

Cultural education and a romantic celebration!
If you ever travel to Belfast, spare 1.5-3 hours for The Falls exhibit. Educational. Moving. Impactful. So well done!
And then? Head to the Belfast City Hall… chances are there’s no wedding to attend, but you can tour and see the marble, the stained glass, and the exhibits about Belfast’s history.
Today was a good day.

03/25/2026

It’s a very rock-and-roll life here in Belfast 🤣😝
Today’s winds were whistling past my windows and i was reflecting on how weather can impact mood and energy. To help balance mine, i did some extra breath-work and focused on the feeling of my hand upon my abdomen, lending weight and warmth and grounding.
Happy Wednesday!

03/23/2026

A day of ‘ahhhhhh’ time between flights…. And again i am reminded why i love the UK. This building (from 1687!!!!) has an awesome list/lean to one side. And you are greeted by a tight space offering seating on two floors. And a proper vinyl record player!
But the loo? Go to the top floor… the pitch made you feel as though you were going to land in the street beside you!
I can’t imagine these stairs passing inspection back home. But here? Mind your step and away you go 😉