Originally Posted by
springtide
To all discerning gentlemen who have scoured the length and breadth of Cork city for the Holy Grail of massage well look no further for it is on the tip of your nose now we are not looking at a good body rub here but a good health beneficial massage. As you know well there are five senses, sight sound taste smell and touch if include Umami there would be Six.Now having decided to hit my balls out of the ruff and onto the green and try and keep them there. I have chosen an holistic massage one that clears the Lymphatic system. I had chosen my massage venue and booked an appointment a few days in advance to make sure there was a slot for me also allowing both of us time to prepare. To really benefit from this type of massage 100 percent lies with us as well as 100 by the masseuse,firstly the anticipation getting ready a good shower gel avoid strong cented ones be careful not to overpower the Aromas' they might use,a good facial shave as I may not shave for two days prior to to a massage then shave the night before after a shower and then again the next morning and of course below if required. I normally feel good until about five paces from the door then I get butterflies across my stomach nerves or excitement? Ringing the bell at my chosen venue and met with that infectious smile of my hostess and masseuse I was offered a choice of refreshments I chose a herbal tea was shown to my treatment room plenty of time to get ready and drink my tea. The masseuse arrived very attentive and began applying the oil's with a light flowing motion from head to toe using the tips of fingers palms of her hands and arms,the areas not being massaged were covered by very warm towels listening to the music picking out the sounds of the instruments and sea over pebbles I seem to drift away but still consiose of the masseuse and the smell of the aromas' a very pleasant feeling. Points I remember clearly were movements over my shoulders and waiting for the time her hand came over to my upper arm seeing her well manicured hands and pink nails a naughty feeling I must admit. The head and face massage this must have been my Umami moment might have been the closeness of her face the movement of her hands across my forehead down my cheeks under my nose and chin and tracking the bridge of my nose and up to my forehead occasionally I could see her face through her fingers made me think of the Mona Lisa if she had ran her fingers crossed my dry lips I would have had a cesure or a vinegar stroke moment. Sadly the massage was over but I was happy with the experience I was offered more refreshments which I gladly accepted as I was so dry. Returning to reception and met again by that trade mark infectious smile I was offered more water but I declined as I had some in my bag ( bad decision) I bid farewell to Hostess Chaty and my masseuse Charlotte who I found warm friendly and unpretentious a lady I would have taken home to meet my Mum,the girl next door type sadly that want happen as Sinatra sang ( September song) going to the door I found myself grinning that infectious smile and planning my next visit, finally turning as I went out the door seeing Charlotte smile, she already new that.