Embrace Metta http://www.embracemetta.com/blog Thai Massage, North York Sat, 10 Mar 2012 22:08:41 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.9.2 en hourly 1 Panama http://www.embracemetta.com/blog/?p=552 http://www.embracemetta.com/blog/?p=552#comments Sat, 10 Mar 2012 22:08:41 +0000 Cassandra http://www.embracemetta.com/blog/?p=552 My trip to Panama was more than I hoped it would be.  Being submerged in the rainforest (actually located in the Soberania National Park) was a very peaceful, yet exhilarating experience.  One that I won’t soon forget.

Every morning I rose with the birds and other wildlife (around 6am) and had the most breathtaking view of the Chagres River.  After a light breakfast, it was usually off for a very meditative walk through the rainforest looking for birds such as Toucans, Mot Mots and the like.

Over the course of the trip I was able to see up-close…crocodiles, howler monkeys, capuchin monkeys, spider monkeys, two and three toed sloths, turtles and more.  It was amazing to me the beauty of this country as well as it’s people. 

Spider Monkey

Close encounter with a spider monkey.

I met many people on this journey, both from all parts of Canada, as well as Panamanians and found that I had something to learn from each of them.

I must confess though, it wasn’t all about immersing myself in nature…they did offer Thai Massage where I stayed and of course had to experience Thai Massage in Panama.  I’m so glad I did!  I am very grateful to the girl that gave me my Thai Massage as she put her heart and soul into it.  After all the hiking/walking that I was doing, the stretching during the Thai Massage was a very welcome relief.  After the Thai Massage I headed back to my balcony and just enjoyed laying on the hammock looking out over the Chagres River.

Panama View

The view from my room in Panama

What a wonderful adventure! 

Cassandra

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Sometimes we have to remind them (our spouses), and sometimes you just owe it to yourself. 

Embrace Metta Thai Massage has gift certificates available for purchase any time.

Happy Valentine’s Day!

]]> http://www.embracemetta.com/blog/?feed=rss2&p=549 0 Seasons Greetings from Embrace Metta! http://www.embracemetta.com/blog/?p=539 http://www.embracemetta.com/blog/?p=539#comments Fri, 16 Dec 2011 15:00:44 +0000 Cassandra http://www.embracemetta.com/blog/?p=539 Just wanted to take a moment to wish all my clients, and their loved ones, a happy holiday season.  Stay happy and healthy during this busy time of year, and remember to take time to breathe!

I look forward to seeing all of you in the new year…2012!

With merry metta,

Cassandra

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