Massage Inquiry

[manitou]

We're headed down for our anniversary this coming November and I really want to surprise my bride with a massage. For awhile Cheryl went once a month for a massage, but other priorities have made them a rare occurrence, so I really want to surprise her with this special gift while on vacation. Margo, I have seen in other posts that you are a masseuse so I was hoping you would post some details about the service you offer.

[Margoinmexico]

:wave:The short answer is YES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I would love to give your lovely wife a massage when you are here in Tulum.

So, I guess this is my opportunity to come out of the closet as a masseuse! I have made the choice to make Massage my main priority here in Tulum and am SUPER EXCITED! Bob and Bonnie are coming back to Casa de las Palmas soon, and so I’ve decided this high season, rather than manage another place, (I have lots of offers!) I’m going to do massage and tours full time..........
So, PM me your dates and we’ll coordinate how to super surprise your wife.

[manitou]

Thanks for the quick response, Margo.
Great news, I was hoping this would work out! Didn't want to just stop by somewhere as we are walking the beach and suggest she get a massage. She might balk at that where setting up an appt. in advance will be a surprise. Hmmm...

Couple of questions for you:
What type of massage is your specialty?
How long have you been a masseuse?

[Lynnette]

Congrats on your brilliant move to have your own business!!! Managing properties pretty much takes up a lot of your life, doesn't it?!

Sooooooo, where are you thinking of setting up? Will you be portable and take your table to your clients? Will you serve margoritas?? :D

[Margoinmexico]

Thanks for the quick response, Margo.
Great news, I was hoping this would work out! Didn't want to just stop by somewhere as we are walking the beach and suggest she get a massage. She might balk at that where setting up an appt. in advance will be a surprise. Hmmm...

I agree, taking your chances at the spas is not always a great idea....I've heard that there are some great therapists, but how do you know who you'll get! I recently had a massage by someone that works at the biggest spa in town, and the best part was when it was over, the whole thing was very painful. I do NOT believe in painful massage. And EXPENSIVE!!!!!!!!!!!!! WOW!

Couple of questions for you:
What type of massage is your specialty?
How long have you been a masseuse?


:wave:People often ask “what type of massage do you offer” and that is not an easy question to answer. My massages are very relaxing, and very deep without being painful. Sometimes very spiritual, other times very educational. I have a basic Swedish routine but beyond that, what my hands do is magic, and I have no idea what is going to happen next! It is a very intuitive experience based on what the client wants and needs.

I have been studying healing and energy work for around 25 years. I am a Reiki Master, a Registered Nurse and Licensed Massage Therapist with current licenses in Washington State.

My basic training was a year at the Tricities School of Massage in Eastern Washington and was fabulous. Basic Swedish like all other massage therapists, but they also gave us a taste of many other varieties and have done further training in some of these and others I have come across over the years.


I owned a spa in a vacation town in Eastern Washington for years before moving to Mexico, so of course I can send you to heaven without saying one word............mmmmmmmmmm. I believe it is an honor to do so, such a spiritual thing to do.

Also in school and in my spa I got a lot of experience doing different spa treatments, such as exfoliation, mud wraps and scalp treatments.


But also at Healing Water Spa, I was licensed to accept insurance as payment for massage so did a lot of chronic pain work, and I guess you could say my real specialty is chronic pain. I am actually writing a book outlining the course of therapy that I used successfully with my clients there and am planning on doing some week long retreats with people that could speed up that process. I really just need four two hour sessions with someone to teach them the simple concepts they need to know about seriously diminishing or eliminating chronic pain. When else do you have time to really focus on your body than when you are on vacation!


My recommendation is kind of a combo massage, the first part is kind of getting to know each other, and I can teach you some basic things that help us feel better in these bodies now and in the future and then as the massage continues, it gets a bit more quiet and finally at the end you are gone to another world........ ahhhhhhhhhh.:sun:

[1sttimeTulum]

Margo-
I will be arriving in Tulum this Friday and staying through the following week. What does your schedule look like in terms of massages? Is it possible to get put on your calendar? My husband and I will also be celebrating an anniversary- our 1st! :) Do you have pricing that you can share?

[Margoinmexico]

Congrats on your brilliant move to have your own business!!! Managing properties pretty much takes up a lot of your life, doesn't it?!

Boy you got that right!!!!!!! :eek:

Will you serve margoritas?? :D Margoritas! Brilliant! I do have a lot of talents that I've picked up here in Tulum that will come in handy with my new freedom! Tequila educator, can I put that on a business card? I am a professional!

Sooooooo, where are you thinking of setting up? Will you be portable and take your table to your clients?

:wave:So, as to where, lots of options....

I am going to have access to a couple of really nice treatment rooms on the beach, and have already agreed to be the massage therapist for one of the hotels. I may also have a location in the Pueblo as well, but haven't got that totally nailed down yet, kind of depends on where I end up living.

But really I think the best way to get a vacation massage is at where you are staying. I have a very comfortable portable table, (one of the best investments I ever made), and everything else needed to turn your hotel or casa into a heavenly place. :)

I recommend relaxing and staying in after a massage to get the most benefits from it. Maybe take a shower and a nap, or a swim afterwards....try to plan it on a day when you don't have anything else planned.....Mmmmmmmmmmmm!:p:o:p

[Margoinmexico]

Margo-
I will be arriving in Tulum this Friday and staying through the following week. What does your schedule look like in terms of massages? Is it possible to get put on your calendar? My husband and I will also be celebrating an anniversary- our 1st! :) Do you have pricing that you can share?


:wave:YEAH!!!!!!!!!!! You bet 1st timer! Consider yourself on the books! Many firsts for you! Welcome to Tulum!

Lets talk and figure out what the best time would be for you to get your massage.....you can email me at margoinmexicomassage at hotmail dot com (margoinmexicomassage@hotmail.com) and we can figure out the details. I have phones from Mexico and also USA so easy to get a hold of me to make the arrangements.

In terms of pricing, I hesitate to post publicly what my prices are, as they are likely to change depending on the season and other factors, but let me put it this way, they will be WAY cheaper than the big spas......!:eek:

Also, since it is your anniversary, will you both be getting one? I offer specials when two people in the same location get a massage!:p

[susan]

Margo put me down for 3 when my boys and I will be at the casita the first week of April. With the ear issue you had in August I didn't want to bug you for one then but April I am looking forward to.

[Margoinmexico]

Margo put me down for 3 when my boys and I will be at the casita the first week of April. With the ear issue you had in August I didn't want to bug you for one then but April I am looking forward to.


:wave:Yes Susan!! I am so looking forward to meeting your boys in April.......and it would be a pleasure to give you all massages as well!!!!!!!

Thanks also chica.......for your consideration, that ruptured eardrum really did a number on me.......but is all better now........

YEAH! This is going to work! It's kind of scary going out on your own when I've been kind of sheltered by wonderful places since being here in Mexico! But I really think this is the best way to live the life that I really want to be living here.........thanks everyone for your support!:beerchug:

[manitou]

Margo, very impressive resume and a philosophy that sounds just like what both of us will be looking for! Yes, both of us. With that description of the experience, Cheryl is not the only one getting this anniversary gift!!!

[susan]

:wave:Yes Susan!! I am so looking forward to meeting your boys in April.......and it would be a pleasure to give you all massages as well!!!!!!!

Thanks also chica.......for your consideration, that ruptured eardrum really did a number on me.......but is all better now........

YEAH! This is going to work! It's kind of scary going out on your own when I've been kind of sheltered by wonderful places since being here in Mexico! But I really think this is the best way to live the life that I really want to be living here.........thanks everyone for your support!:beerchug:





we will be looking for a snorkeling trip maybe combined with some fishing as well and then you could cook it for us for dinner:)

[Zapatista]

My wife and I are going to be staying in Tankah from Nov. 11-18. I would like to surprise her with a massage, too. Also, what would you charge for a half-day tour of your favorite cenote/snorkeling/roadside food spots? I guess this would just be for my wife and me. Thanks!

[Margoinmexico]

My wife and I are going to be staying in Tankah from Nov. 11-18. I would like to surprise her with a massage, too. Also, what would you charge for a half-day tour of your favorite cenote/snorkeling/roadside food spots? I guess this would just be for my wife and me. Thanks!

Sounds Great Zapatista.........I'd be happy to head up to Tankah, where are you staying?

In terms of the Favorites Tour.........as it is custom, rather not post a price on line, but we can work out the details in pm's and emails........but sounds absolutely like a plan!!!!!!!! (not to mention like a lot of FUN!!):eat-drink:

[Margoinmexico]

we will be looking for a snorkeling trip maybe combined with some fishing as well and then you could cook it for us for dinner:)

:wave: I can help line that up, and you know we'll have some fun! And good food too!!!!!!!!!:sun:

[tbpeaceful]

It was meant to be. Hurray!!! Am sending so many good wishes for your new direction Margo. I feel certain that your bravery and enthusiasm will be rewarded. Believe it and it will be.
I will PM you for our scheduling.
Gracias! for following your heart. :wave: YIPPEE!!

Happy days - T.

[beachreader]

Wow, this sounds really great for you, Margo! Congrats on this next phase. Personally, I love the idea of getting the massage done on one's own deck or room, that way you don't have to "wake up" enough to drive home!

For everyone, perhaps we should keep the specific arrangements and pricing and details to PMs or e-mails. Now that we know Margo's available for both massages and tours and such, we can reach out directly to her on our own.

And Margo, you might want to edit your new e-mail so the internet spam-bots won't find it. Maybe take the '@' and turn it into 'at' instead. Everyone knows how to adjust that, and it might save you some headaches down the road. (and keep your PM box clear! :p)

[pepper]

I had the experience of Margo in June. Wonderful massage on the 3rd floor rooftop of CdlP. It was total love and she had a d-lish mix of essential oils.

Now my husband, poor guy has the misfortune of being somewhat clumsy, and he had his head whacked by a boogie board and lost the feeling all the way down into his hand. Margo came to the rescue with her neuro-nurse experience and helped him out.

Regarding trips. I wish Margo had gone fishing with us, but she had errands to do that day. But she set up with a great trip that involved fishing and snorkling in a bay that nobody else was in - just us.
I'll call it fishing lite because the guide does all the work - bait, setting the lines out - you just reel 'em in. We caught a wonderful dorado (mahimahi) and 2 barracuda.

[beachreader]

I want to go "fishing lite" one day, I've always enjoyed fishing. Wish I didn't have that seasick thing going on! :o

[minniemex]

Moving this back over to the "General" section so that others can find the information!

We just had to decide what to do and as you can see we have started a "Tulum Services" thread, the same as we have for the hotels and the restaurants. Anyone please feel free to post to this thread if you have had some great service or if you have a service you want to provide. As soon as it has taken hold, we will move that thread over to the FAQ's section and stick it to the top. Why we didn't think of this before is a mystery!! We have excellent resources in Tulum and should be using them!

January 26, 2010

Just letting everyone know I am now moving this back over to the FAQ section as it has really taken hold!!

Feel free to post your experiences with all the services you use.

[Margoinmexico]

We caught a wonderful dorado (mahimahi) and 2 barracuda.

They were Delicious!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[Margoinmexico]

This has been really fun for me, I really appreciate all the support and help that you guys have given me over the years........This thread has helped me know that my plan is a good one and that everything is perfect as usual! Do what you love, right!!!!!!!! AAAuuuuuuuuuuuuuuUUUUUUUUUU!:boat:

[Mindy in Tulum]

Margo I am so excited for you. I think that this next phase is going to be great. lets get together so we can get a post up on Tulum Living as well. :) Perhaps before our margarita tour of Tulum. _ Maybe that can be one of your official tours :)

[Margoinmexico]

Ok Mindy, we've got some coordinating to do! SO MUCH FUN!!!!

It is pretty fun when MindyinTulum and MargoinMexico get together.....:beerchug: Glad you're in my life Chica.....:star:

[beachreader]

So are you guys going to go over and post your information on that "Tulum Services" thread I started for the FAQ section? That's what it's there for! :rolleyes:

[Margoinmexico]

So are you guys going to go over and post your information on that "Tulum Services" thread I started for the FAQ section? That's what it's there for! :rolleyes:

:wave:Yes and THANK YOU............I just wanted to write up something special for it, and have been so busy answering emails that I haven't gotten it JUST RIGHT yet! I promise we'll make you glad you started that!:beerchug:

[Zapatista]

Hi Margo--I just wanted to let you know that I've sent you a pm and an email about scheduling a massage for my wife when we visit the Tulum area in November. Thanks!

[xamachdan]

Margo,
Can I have one also? What's October looking like? Do I get the ex boss rate?;)
XD

[Margoinmexico]

Margo,
Can I have one also? What's October looking like? Do I get the ex boss rate?;)
XD

:wave:Yaaaaaa baby, I think you get the DOUBLE rate! But I love you and I'll see you REAL SOON...........what's the ticker say, 14 days?

AAAAAAAAAAAuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUU!

[Margoinmexico]

Hi Margo--I just wanted to let you know that I've sent you a pm and an email about scheduling a massage for my wife when we visit the Tulum area in November. Thanks!

:wave:Thanks Zapatista, looking forward to meetin you and finding out how you got that name!!!!!!!

And I'm off right now, to do the first massage generated by this thread!

Thanks everyone! :boat:

[LuvCityLivin]

Margo - I'm so excited to meet you and really looking forward to the massages on our deck of La Luna next Feb. From what you've told me so far, it sounds like it will be the most relaxing, invigorating experience of our lives! I can't wait! It puts me in another world to think about it and writing about it just makes it seem more real! :wave:

[Margoinmexico]

Margo - I'm so excited to meet you and really looking forward to the massages on our deck of La Luna next Feb. From what you've told me so far, it sounds like it will be the most relaxing, invigorating experience of our lives! I can't wait! It puts me in another world to think about it and writing about it just makes it seem more real! :wave:

:wave:I really do think anticpation is the best part of a vacation....so many ideas and so needed! Science is proving that thinking of something activates the same parts of the brain as actually doing that something....so think away, and you will get that wonderful experience every day if you´d like!

So grateful for everyone´s support here, going to get to meet a LOT of you this season! Yuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu HHHhuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu!!:eat-drink:

Peace and FEEL GOOD!

[MakinHay]

Margo put me down for one too! You going to be at XD?

[Margoinmexico]

Margo put me down for one too! You going to be at XD?

:wave:Hey Jerod, you got it! No, I won´t be working at Xamach, but I do know the way and would want to come up and visit while you´ns are there anyway....:beerchug: Besides, we´ve got that tournament to win! :star::star::star:
also know you guys are going to be in town a few days too, so we´ll figure it all out. You´re almost down to your last 100 day wait!

Pm or skype me your dates so I can get them on my calander...which is FILLING UP!! Yippeee!!:boat:

[Margoinmexico]

Margo,
Can I have one also? What's October looking like? Do I get the ex boss rate?;)
XD

Dan from the sounds of things, you really NEEDED that massage, sorry it didn´t work out...but next time pal.....:boat:

[manitou]

Moving this back over to the "General" section so that others can find the information!

Anyone please feel free to post to this thread if you have had some great service or if you have a service you want to provide. We have excellent resources in Tulum and should be using them!I posted this same information in a trip report, but wanted to post it here as well since the massages we received from Margo definitely qualify as "great service!"

First a few photos:


http://www.stampphotography.com/tulum/web/friday/01.jpg

http://www.stampphotography.com/tulum/web/friday/02.jpg

http://www.stampphotography.com/tulum/web/friday/03.jpg

We opted for each of us receiving a massage. That was such a good decision on my part. Not solely because I got to benefit from the sheer joy of the massage, but more that my wife and I were at the same place following our massages. These massages took us to a place that I first saw after Margo finished her session with my wife. Looking into her eyes and seeing the total relaxed look on her face was a sight I will never forget. I remember telling Maro "seeing the look on Cher's face was worth the total cost of the massages." Sounds cliche, but I really meant it as it was so obvious.

As you can tell by the one photo, Margo brought her table to the room where we were staying. She was a few minutes late, but was deeply apologetic. She said she was frantically trying to negotiate through "another parade" in Tulum to reach us at the designated time, but the parade made her a few minutes late. Well, that was impressive to me. This was a very professional experience.

Margo began each of our sessions by describing and demonstrating some self-massage techniques. Unlike many other new techniques I hear about, these ones have stuck and I'm still practicing them a couple weeks after our return from vacation.

Following that part of the session came the euphoria. It was as if Margo was gliding around the table while working on the muscles in my back, shoulders and legs. At one point I wasn't even sure where she was as all I could feel was the tension coming out of my muscles, but had no idea if she was standing near my head or to the side.

She had let me know that she would slip away at the end and for me to take whatever time I needed to get off the table after she was finished. I remember thinking "that's nice to say, but it's not like I'm gonna lay here afterward and make you wait on me." I needed a few minutes to come back. That's the only way I can describe it.

This was an anniversary trip for us, our 22nd. In all those anniversaries we have never given each other a gift that comes close to the relaxation this gift provided the two of us.

Thanks again, Margo!

[Margoinmexico]

:wave:Wowowow, thanks so much Manitou.....it was my pleasure....as usual, I get as much out of it as the clients! You and I had been planning this for a while, and it did come out pretty perfect. So great to meet you and Cheryl and an honor to be part of your celebration. You two are an inspiration.

I do offer to teach some things during massage, but leave it up to the client, I offer, and if they are into it, we go there, but if not, it is a quiet go to heaven time.

THe things I teach are things you can add to your daily life, not things you have to make an appointment for or set aside time for....but little things that will reduce and prevent chronic pain...I am working on a book about it now. When I first finished massage school I thought to write a book "how to fire your massage therapist" but decided that was pretty self defeating! :eek: I do believe how we feel is our own responsibility and that if we knew what to do, we'd do it! Makes me smile that you guys are still practiing these things!:)

Peace amigo, and FEEL GOOD!

m:boat:

PS, and THANKS FOR THE GREAT PHOTOS!!!

[LuvCityLivin]

Margo - :wave: if you're reading this, we need to touch base about scheduling the massages on our deck at La Luna. I'm so excited I can't stand it. :D I feel really fortunate to have "met" you on this forum and can't wait to meet you in person. Thanks BeachReader for the original introduction. I'm sitting here stiffining up with neck pain at my computer...how many more days???

[Margoinmexico]

:wave:Well, I"ve been off line for a few days, this was a nice welcome back. I am looking forward to "our" vacation too! :p

Shoot me an email chica, I think it is posted already in this thread and we'll feed the anticipation some more! :beerchug:

Gracias for everyone who is supporting me in this, it really is a dream come true to be able to do massage, meet so many fun new friends, and live in paradise! :palmtree::sun::palmtree:

[LuvCityLivin]

Excellent. Just hearing from you brings my blood pressure down! I'm dreaming of this massage!! Okay, I'll email you tonight so we can start planning. I saw BeachReader's photo of you in her report (which I just commented on!). I can't wait to hang with you! :eat-drink: Okay, talk to you in a bit.

[CoconutShrimp]

Hi Margo,
I saw this thread and have emailed you with a massage inquiry for this September.

I look forward to hearing from you.

Cheers!
CS

[manitou]

Hey Margo,

This afternoon I was talking with a buddy about massage. Talked to him about the massage I had with you. As I was describing it, he wondered if it was a deep tissue massage. My reply was, "heck if I know, but man it sure felt good."
What I'm referring to was the last portion of the massage where I was laying on my stomach and you spent a lot of time standing near my head. Pretty sure you may have been on your stool, but you started on my shoulders and worked your way down my lower back. Thinking about it now is such a relaxing memory. Anyway, what type of massage is that?

[Margoinmexico]

Hey Margo,

This afternoon I was talking with a buddy about massage. Talked to him about the massage I had with you. As I was describing it, he wondered if it was a deep tissue massage. My reply was, "heck if I know, but man it sure felt good."
What I'm referring to was the last portion of the massage where I was laying on my stomach and you spent a lot of time standing near my head. Pretty sure you may have been on your stool, but you started on my shoulders and worked your way down my lower back. Thinking about it now is such a relaxing memory. Anyway, what type of massage is that?

Hey buddy, didn't see this before.....

I would have to say, Margo Style...allthough Heck if I know is a pretty good answer too! It seems that I have not met any one who does massage anything like what I do but would love to find some one so I could get one myself!

But really what I call my style is FEEL GOOD Massage! After years of study, practice and self massage, I just try to do the things that I think FEEL GOOD! I recently had someone describe my massage as thorough…which is also accurate, as I seem to get into nooks and crannies that I don’t see other therapists get into.

I do say that I do deep tissue, but then let them know that I do this by super relaxing them so that it is not painful. A relaxed muscle I can get all the way through, a tensed up in pain muscle means that we are both working too hard and I can’t get nearly as deep.

But one of the reasons you enjoyed that back stuff is that you were so relaxed at that point….I always start people on face up rather than face down...for many reasons...
one, the back, neck and shoulders are usually why people are on the table, so I want them as relaxed as possible before I get to the real work there...why would you want to start there?
two, people are often a little nervous, and it gives them a chance to relax a bit and even chat if they want before we get to the deep stuff.
three, it does feel good to be face in the hole for a short time, but I've had massages where they keep you face down for 45 minutes, and your head is so stuffed up you can't even breath! The best part of a massage like that is when it's over!
four, the face down part is the most relaxing, so why not have that be the last thing you remember....I often tip toe out and let people savor this feeling for a while before coming back to the real world!

Another unique thing that I do is my neck work. I do a good deep massage, but believe this shouldn't hurt if the muscles are sufficiently relaxed....so I work on the neck and shoulders like 4 different times through the massage each time getting a little bit deeper until I get all the way through....One of my tricks is working with the client laying on their sides! I can really get really deep that way, with less discomfort for the client and it is easy for me, using body mechanics rather than strength...not destroying my body is very important!

Same reason I use the stool....don't see many others doing this, but with the stool, I can keep the table higher to protect myself, but still get above you for the deeper pressure when needed. That down the back slide stuff you are talking about is not possible from the floor....and a wonderful wonderful experience!

So glad you enjoyed your massage so much Man, and thanks so much for your support!

[beachreader]

I loved that side work! It felt so much deeper, and the whole massage felt more thorough, since I felt worked on from all angles, not just front and back.

And I really appreciated that the side work took the place of part of where others would have the client face-down. As Margo said, face down can be great, but too much of it makes my sinuses fill in and that's not so much fun.

And the four times revisiting the back thing is cool, too. It seems like Margo has taken years of training and getting and giving massages and just kind of fiddled with the process to make it all that much better!


Sorry, didn't mean to go on so, but as we know with trip reports, sometimes writing about something brings the memory back, and I needed a massage today. :)

[tbpeaceful]

Holy moly you guys are sure making it hard to wait til our trip! :rolleyes:

I have been anticipating my massage with Margo and wowsa ~ am I ever anxious now! Somehow I just knew she could get to all the kinks and knots.

WooHooooo under 6 weeks! :eat-drink:

[Margoinmexico]

:wave:Thanks you guys, really really thanks. Part of why I am so grateful, is that I get as much out of the experience as you do!!!

I recently gave a massage to a sister of a friend, and it took 2 and a half hours!! Not only did she get a great massage, but it was a spiritual experience for us both! And now I've got a new friend to boot.

And Peaceful.....as with most things, this is the best part. It will be here soon chica, too soon.!:sun:

[VWCat]

(bump)helllllooooooooooooo:wave:
Everyone needs to book more massages with margoooooo:eat-drink:
I can't wait for mine!!!:D:D:D

[biskits]

Hi Margo

Your massages sound wonderful!!!!

Are you around March 4th or March 5th , preferably March 5th,
for massages for myself and my wife????

We arrive 3/3 and depart 3/6 for a week in Playa

Also may be interested in one of your 1/2 day tours.... Please give me

info on what you offer.... I'll send you my email via PM....

Thanks,

Paul

[beachreader]

Hey, all, I'd just like to make a brief plea that everyone make their massage reservations directly with Margo via PM or her e-mail, which is listed on the Tulum Services thread in the FAQ section.

It's one thing to talk about massages, especially wonderful ones, but this isn't a reservations service. At least, not anymore, please.

Thanks!

[Margoinmexico]

:wave:I want to thank everyone for your support, you guys are amazing! :o

But Beach reader is right, there is lots of info here already, so keep the posts to excitement and review please! We don't want me in trouble here now do we? :eek:

SEE YOU IN TULUM!!!:beerchug:

[biskits]

Hey, all, I'd just like to make a brief plea that everyone make their massage reservations directly with Margo via PM or her e-mail, which is listed on the Tulum Services thread in the FAQ section.

It's one thing to talk about massages, especially wonderful ones, but this isn't a reservations service. At least, not anymore, please.

Thanks!

Beacheader, Other Mods, and board

My apologies... All future messages will be done by PM or email

Regards,

Paul

[Mindy in Tulum]

I just got to have one Margo's massages- After reading about them so much I was super excited. I got the "Feel Good" Massage. I have been on Medical disability for the past 6 years and was determined permanently disabled with hand injuries 4 years ago. They basically said, "Yep- you are broken- but this is a worker's comp case and you live in CA so... you are on your own. I hope you start to feel better" Since then I have just been living with the pain. My massage with Margo not only felt amazing, but she was able to really educate me on things my body was doing, ways to help it, and more of a retraining on the body. She game me ideas and insight that I had not had yet (after years of pt, OT, cortisone, and multiple surgeries) after the first part of talking I slipped into a total trance. You know that one that only happens with a really great massage or meditation.

After the massage and I came out of my little Margo induced coma. I felt so amazing. Even now after a few weeks I am still feeling the relief. And the pieces of advice that Margo gave me on ways I can adjust my body has made a big difference. I am really looking forward to my next session. If only I gotten this massage 6 years ago- I could have had a very different turn out today.

[Mindy in Tulum]

Hey Margo. :wave:You the massage that you gave me is still giving me relief. I am still doing all of the things that you taught me and it has made such a difference. I want to schedule a massage for my mom and dad when they are here. He had a serious back injury and was life flighted out of Cabo san Lucas about 3 years ago and has had trouble ever since.

If anyone could help him- you can. Can we schedule for later this week? I will pm you. Thank you for your amgical hands!!!!:sun:

[Margoinmexico]

No problem honey, thanks so much for your support, and cant WAIT to meet your folks!

[Mindy in Tulum]

Margo, my parents loved the massages you gave them yesterday at La Luna. Thank you so much. My step dad said that he could feel the difference immediatly. You are the best. Tulum is so lucky to have such a talented healer. My mom was so in aww watching you give Neal a massage and could see how much of yourself you put into the massage.

[tbpeaceful]

This is making me wish for another trip JUST so I could have a Margo Massage. :wave:

[Margoinmexico]

:wave:love you guys.....

Loved your parents Mindy, super fun people. We had quite a party at Zamas later that day too.....good times. the new rooms at La Luna make for great massage studios! The upstairs one has a few more stairs than I´d like, but I´m getting pretty good at hauling that table around!!!

[Mindy in Tulum]

Margo. Thank you for letting me come to your FEEL GOOD class. I have gotten a lot of the information before but in a different mediun when we were together but to sit in the class and hear it was very cool. It really helps to absorbe the information. Anyone coming down with a group of people that want massages... this is a really great option. you get all of the learning and information part in a fun and really funny class - and thanks to Om for the wonderful juice. Limonada made with oranges Naranjanada!!!! YUMMY!

Next time I have my family in town - we will do the class then all get our heavely rub down! Truely information that changes your whole outlook on how you approach your day and your life.

Thanks Margo!

[Margoinmexico]

Margo. Thank you for letting me come to your FEEL GOOD class. I have gotten a lot of the information before but in a different mediun when we were together but to sit in the class and hear it was very cool. It really helps to absorbe the information. Anyone coming down with a group of people that want massages... this is a really great option. you get all of the learning and information part in a fun and really funny class - and thanks to Om for the wonderful juice. Limonada made with oranges Naranjanada!!!! YUMMY!

Next time I have my family in town - we will do the class then all get our heavely rub down! Truely information that changes your whole outlook on how you approach your day and your life.

Thanks Margo!

:wave:Hey baby, de nada, my pleasure. it is so fun to teach those classes, they are really flowing for me right now, I've been doing a lot of them....just a precurser to the book and retreats I have always hoped to do. I've been studying and teaching this stuff for over 10 years now, time to get it to a bigger audience.....stay tuned!!!!

thanks honey....FEEL GOOD!!

[susan]

Just returned from a trip and wanted to rave about the massages we received from Margo. I went with my two teenage sons and we all had a massage. This is the second trip where all three of us were relaxed and destressed at the hands of Margo. With three of us this is an all day event as Margo really individualizes each massage and of course there is a lot of visiting and chatting as well. We then all went for a late lunch at Camellos afterward- really good and Margo is a wealth of info for the area, a nice side benefit. It is also great to get Margo's insights on feeling good and things you can do to keep feeling good. We have taken her class in the past and it really is insightful. My sons love the massages, a vacation treat for them, and teenagers really do need stress relief and relaxation. Putting my experience here instead of a trip report so it is easier to find for those searching for info. If you look back into this thread you can find out all about her techniques- you will get all of this treament during a massage with Margo. The great thing is you can really discuss with her what you are looking for, any special areas which you want worked on , etc and get your massage really catered to you.

[beachreader]

Wow, nice to see this thread brought back up, thanks, Susan!

Margo has seriously spoiled me for massage anywhere else. I actually wait for my vacations to get my massages!

[tbpeaceful]

Me too Beachreader. I cannot wait to be there for another Margo massage, and the guys I live and work with are super excited also. {have been a bit grumpy and sore lately}

Margo's methods are super personalized and she is a gifted healer, in my opinion. :star:

[Margoinmexico]

:wave:I too am happy to see this thread back up, fun to re-live that time! It seems SO LONG AGO, no?

When Manitou posted it and then Susan booked after him and so on and so forth, this was a moment that REALLY changed my LIFE! SERIOUSLY!:sun:

I have been so grateful for this thread, and went back and re-read what I had said about my techniques and such.

Thanks Sue for posting your review here, it seems like a good place for it....often what people say about their massages gets put in the trip reports, so hard for people to find unless they are trip report junky's!

I'd like to announce that I am going to be doing the FEEL GOOD Classes for now weekly at Cositas Buenas on Thursdays at 5:30....I will go post a new thread about it as well as update the Zamas thread. I'm not doing them currently at Zamas but will be again in the fall. Right now I'm practicing teaching a NEW class that I'm very proud of, and may be show casing it next high season........The Core Belief Adjustment Class.......

Thank you all for your support and business and friend ship over the years.....many of us have become very close due to our shared love of this beautiful place. So grateful I am the one that gets to live here!!!!


Peace and FEEL GOOD!:sun:

[izzyfudge]

Best massage I've ever had. No joke. Margo is lovely and her technique is unmatched. Everyone should get a massage from her!

[Margoinmexico]

Best massage I've ever had. No joke. Margo is lovely and her technique is unmatched. Everyone should get a massage from her!

:wave:Thank you so much honey, so wonderful to see this here! I've been a bit internet challanged, so just getting caught up!


:o GRACIAS!

Fun to meet you and your honey and to have a few laughs and good tunes as well.......Sand Bar will never be the same!!!!
Peace honey!

margo:sun:

:pLove it when this thread comes up!:p

[manitou]

Hi sweetie :-)

[Margoinmexico]

Hi sweetie :-)



:wave:Hi Back!:wave: Ladies and Gentlemen, let me introduce you to “The Man” who changed my life. Let's see, about what; just 2 years ago? Manitou, started this thread.

I was managing Casa de las Palmas for the summer and Bob and Bonnie were about to come back to manage it for the winter, so was trying to figure out a few things....for example, where to live and what to do for a living.

I had been living in Mexico for about 3 years, and after managing Xamach Dos for 2 years, helping Niki with Serinidad Shardon and then the time at Las Palmas, I was really wanting to quit the management work and really really just wanted to do massage.

Something that people don't know about house management is that you do a LOT of waiting. Waiting for your staff to arrive or finish something, waiting for laundry, the water truck, drinking water, propane, but most of all guests.........and what is a girl to do while she waits, but play with her friends on Tulum.info! I had been answering people’s questions about Tulum all summer long and enjoyed it very much. I had NOT been doing much massage.

Before I was in México, I owned a spa and did about 20 to 30 massages a week. Since being in Mexico, I did some at Xamach, but was really too busy, did a few in Punta Allen but really not that many people there, and while at the house, you know, I did some, but just a few per month. Nice side gig.

So, I turn on my computer and here is this new thread called "massage inquiry" and it said

[QUOTE]
We're headed down for our anniversary this coming November and I really want to surprise my bride with a massage. For awhile Cheryl went once a month for a massage, but other priorities have made them a rare occurrence, so I really want to surprise her with this special gift while on vacation. Margo, I have seen in other posts that you are a masseuse so I was hoping you would post some details about the service you offer.
[QUOTE]

I gotta tell you, that made my heart sing.

I just went back and read the first page of this thread and wow, what a moment in my life. Within 4 hours I had 9 massages booked! I had gone after the first 4 and got the hotmail address margoinmexicomassage at hotmail dot com, and was just literally jumping up and down for joy! You see, I love to give massage more than just about anything. It is one of my best gifts. Imagine what that was LIKE!

I had been wracking my brain as to how to do this as working for a hotel as a massage therapist is not a very good way to make a living…..basically they don’t pay much and there is the gringa thing. I couldn’t have asked for a better answer for my prayers than this thread out of the blue.

Since that time, I have made my living meeting you lovely people and giving you massages. I have had the time of my life these last two years doing what I love, in this BEAUTIFUL place! I often tell people that I get more out of the massages than the people on the table, and you might think that odd if you hadn’t read the literally hundreds of testimonials hidden away in trip reports of how much the person on the table gets or had a massage yourself! It is a true gift to get to take someone to heaven in heaven.

And it has lead me to discover another vocation that REALLY REALLY excites me! TEACHING! Last season I started teaching my FEEL GOOD Class and got to find out that nothing, and I mean NOTHING feels better to me than teaching. So, remember when I mentioned in that FIRST response that I wanted to do retreats? stay tuned, this is the year of retreats for me. I’ve been doing a lot of teaching at other peoples retreats this summer, and planning to do some 3 day and 7 day retreats of my own transformational work both in Tulum and in Punta Allen over this next year. I THRIVE in retreat setting! COME PLAY!

So, as I approach this 3rd high season, it is really really awesome to see you here again my friend. You here to change my life AGAIN? You see not only did I give Russ and Cheryl massages, but we bonded for life. I helped them get their accommodations, we’ve traveled and dined together, I’ve been to their home in Colorado, and I would LOVE to see them again. I do hope the reason you are here Man, is cause you two are coming to visit?


:beerchug::eat-drink:

[Playakath]

Awesome, wondering, touching story! Allow me to quote the A-Team and say "I love it when a plan comes together."!

[april52]

:wave:Hi Back!:wave:

Ladies and Gentlemen, let me introduce you to “The Man” who changed my life. Let's see, about what; just 2 years ago? Manitou, started this thread.

I was managing Casa de las Palmas for the summer and Bob and Bonnie were about to come back to manage it for the winter, so was trying to figure out a few things....for example, where to live and what to do for a living.

I had been living in Mexico for about 3 years, and after managing Xamach Dos for 2 years, helping Niki with Serinidad Shardon and then the time at Las Palmas, I was really wanting to quit the management work and really really just wanted to do massage.

Something that people don't know about house management is that you do a LOT of waiting. Waiting for your staff to arrive or finish something, waiting for laundry, the water truck, drinking water, propane, but most of all guests.........and what is a girl to do while she waits, but play with her friends on Tulum.info! I had been answering people’s questions about Tulum all summer long and enjoyed it very much. I had NOT been doing much massage.

Before I was in México, I owned a spa and did about 20 to 30 massages a week. Since being in Mexico, I did some at Xamach, but was really too busy, did a few in Punta Allen but really not that many people there, and while at the house, you know, I did some, but just a few per month. Nice side gig.

So, I turn on my computer and here is this new thread called "massage inquiry" and it said

[QUOTE]
We're headed down for our anniversary this coming November and I really want to surprise my bride with a massage. For awhile Cheryl went once a month for a massage, but other priorities have made them a rare occurrence, so I really want to surprise her with this special gift while on vacation. Margo, I have seen in other posts that you are a masseuse so I was hoping you would post some details about the service you offer.
[QUOTE]

I gotta tell you, that made my heart sing.

I just went back and read the first page of this thread and wow, what a moment in my life. Within 4 hours I had 9 massages booked! I had gone after the first 4 and got the hotmail address margoinmexicomassage at hotmail dot com, and was just literally jumping up and down for joy! You see, I love to give massage more than just about anything. It is one of my best gifts. Imagine what that was LIKE!

I had been wracking my brain as to how to do this as working for a hotel as a massage therapist is not a very good way to make a living…..basically they don’t pay much and there is the gringa thing. I couldn’t have asked for a better answer for my prayers than this thread out of the blue.

Since that time, I have made my living meeting you lovely people and giving you massages. I have had the time of my life these last two years doing what I love, in this BEAUTIFUL place! I often tell people that I get more out of the massages than the people on the table, and you might think that odd if you hadn’t read the literally hundreds of testimonials hidden away in trip reports of how much the person on the table gets or had a massage yourself! It is a true gift to get to take someone to heaven in heaven.

And it has lead me to discover another vocation that REALLY REALLY excites me! TEACHING! Last season I started teaching my FEEL GOOD Class and got to find out that nothing, and I mean NOTHING feels better to me than teaching. So, remember when I mentioned in that FIRST response that I wanted to do retreats? stay tuned, this is the year of retreats for me. I’ve been doing a lot of teaching at other peoples retreats this summer, and planning to do some 3 day and 7 day retreats of my own transformational work both in Tulum and in Punta Allen over this next year. I THRIVE in retreat setting! COME PLAY!

So, as I approach this 3rd high season, it is really really awesome to see you here again my friend. You here to change my life AGAIN? You see not only did I give Russ and Cheryl massages, but we bonded for life. I helped them get their accommodations, we’ve traveled and dined together, I’ve been to their home in Colorado, and I would LOVE to see them again. I do hope the reason you are here Man, is cause you two are coming to visit?


:beerchug::eat-drink:



Hello Margo
I am so excited to take your class. I was reading all about the yoga and then read about your feel good class and can hardly wait for massage. We did buy a lot at Los Arboles and hope hope to get building in Janaury and maybe have it done by the end of the year. I am thinking positive. I will have lots of guests from Canada and its good to meet someone who speaks English. We will learn spanish too....Hola

April

[beachreader]

So glad this thread came back up (as it often does). I just posted on my trip report about my most recent massage from Margo, figure I'll just say again here how amazing she is. I used to get massages every month or so, had done for probably ten years or so. I met Margo back in 2007, I think, and had my first massage from her in maybe 2008. She is so good I have pretty much pitched my local massages and I just wait for my visits to Tulum so Margo can work on my kinks (so to speak).

I didn't get a chance to have two this past trip because Margo was busy with one of her retreats, but next time I will book well in advance to make sure I have two in the same week--it really makes a difference in total overall relaxation and lasts a good long time.

I was just thinking today of other stuff Margo has taught me. Feel free to add as you wish:

The famous doorway stretch.
The rolled towel-under-the-spine layout (just did this last night and almost fell asleep that way and I'm a side sleeper).
Adding water to margaritas and mojitos to help increase hydration and ease the alcohol consumption while still enjoying the flavor and the "cocktail" feel. (Westy & Co. may freely ignore this advice, but some of us can't keep up the way we used to!)
Foot-on-foot massage; your heel fits perfectly in the arch of the other foot, kind of nice and easy way to do a little self-massage even just lying in bed.
And now, earlobe self-massage. Margo can show you guys in person, but it's a really nice thing to do for yourself.

Thank you, Margo, I think of you so often in my daily life!

[Margoinmexico]

:wave:Muchisimas Gracias Chicas.......

Look forward to meeting you both Kath and April! So exciting to think of having a new home!

And you Fran, it is because of you and a few others that I am able to live my dream life. It makes me feel GOOD that I can help you too! :o

I'm looking forward to this new season coming up.....in fact, got my sewing machine out and sewed some extra handles on the bag that I carry my massage table in, to make it easier to carry around....worked so good I almost threw it OVER my shoulder rather than on it! :eek:


I also feel really inspired right now, it's been a great summer and lots of personal growth....gave a couple of massages yesterday and wow, I really felt like they were two of the best I've ever given....so that is a GOOD sign! I love it when that happens!

I am super moved to do as much teaching as possible, still working out the how and the where and the when part......Im thinking Tuesdays? What do you guys think of that? Any thoughts on time of day?

Anyway, I love my life, and so grateful for all the support and love I get from you all......

Gracias gracias Gracias Gracias Gracias Gracias gracias!

;)

[minniemex]

Ditto all the props to Margo! Woohoo!! Excellente mi hermana!

[minniemex]

Just a reminder to all of you heading down ~ be sure and hook up with Margo for your massages! This is high season and I wouldn't want to miss one of her fantastic massages. She also does the "Feel Good Class". Be sure and check that out too!

[beachreader]

Since this is back up again, I'll add my dittos. And I will recommend that everyone just leave the oil on after the massage. I just comb out my hair and put it up in a clip, like it's greased back, and go to dinner or the rest of the day a little bit slick. The coconut oil she uses is wonderful for your skin and hair, might as well get the full benefit!

[vieve77]

Everything you read here is true- a Margo massage is a great experience!

Because I have lots of issues (including arthritis in vertebrae I broke back when I was cross country jumping a horse years ago-ouch.) I sometimes have minor pain/ soreness after massages, but not only did I feel GREAT after my Margo massage, it seemed like I instantly lost 5 pounds:confused:

I couldn't believe it, but sure enough, when I got back home, I was 7 pounds! lighter after a week where I ate and drank whatever I wanted. (Apparently miracles do happen in Tulum:D)


My Dr. friend (and Margo too, come to think of it) attributed this amazing phenomenon to something somewhat grossly termed lymphatic drainage. I attribute Margo's ability to cause this to her vast experience and yes, to quote beachreader, gifts as a healer!Whatever you call it, I'm all for anything that causes that feeling of lightness of being- Margo Rocks!

( and hopefully she will have time for me on her schedule soon ;))

[beachreader]

Hi, Vieve! Nice to see you here! And I hope you can see Margo again soon!

[Margoinmexico]

:wave:Hellllloooooo!

I LOVE YOU GUYS!!!!!

Thanks so much for your kind words! This is all I can say.....I do unto others what I would like to have done unto me! jajajaja! I know what I like as I massage myself a lot......

As for the lost weight....GOOD FOR YOU HONEY! I can't promise that to anyone, but I do follow the paths of the lymphatic system and suggest you drink a lot of water after so you can get rid of all the gunk we get out of storage.........I think EVERYONE looks younger after my massages, I often wish I could do before and after shots!

FEEL GOOD CLass is Thursdays at 5:30 at Cositas Buenas Restaurant in town across from the ADO bus station..........I'm going to go update that thread as well as the music scene stuff........sorry I have been a bit lax in all of that stuff lately! You know, having fun in TULUM!

See you next week VIEVE! BESOS!

margo