Restoration Massage Therapy, Coaching and Wellness LLC

10/01/2025

Is there anywhere not mentioned that you have felt God’s presence, comfort or love?

From my devotional this morning:

He will feed His flock like a shepherd; He will gather the lambs with His arm, And carry them in His bosom, And gently lead those who are with young.”
‭‭Isaiah‬ ‭40‬:‭1‬, ‭11‬ ‭NKJV‬‬

Have you not felt God’s comfort, have you not felt His love? Most assuredly you have, and it was good. How many times have I been refreshed and renewed in His presence. What joy and peace there is when God joins you and you have fellowship with your Creator.

Lost in His word, or in a song that praises and worships Him, and there He is. Alone in your car, standing in a parking lot, surrounded by trees in the forest, and there He is. Hearing the waves crash on the shore, seeing the sky lighten and the rays of the sun shooting, it appears, from beneath the water, and just before the sun breaks the horizon, there He is. Tears stream down your face in joy, peace settles upon you, you understand how small you are and how great He is, and you know He loves you. That’s your God and He is good!

09/25/2025

I love this! If we have to hide it, lie about it, delete it, or would be ashamed to admit it to someone close to us, we are quite likely stepping into sin and believing the lies of “it isn’t that bad” or “nobody will be hurt by this” or any number of other things the enemy whispers.
I mess up every day in one way or another, I also pray daily that if I step off that path, God either convicts me strongly or has someone in my life lovingly call me out. 

Satan is the master of darkness. And doing things in secret can be an indication we are being fooled by him.

I realize that last statement is a strong one, but it’s one worth really considering. Because as long as Satan can keep us operating in our dark secrets, we’ll stay deceived. We’ll start believing the lie that what we are doing outside of God’s Truth isn’t that big of a deal. Then over time, we will think it’s impossible for us to escape the entanglements of sin.

The good news is that there is hope for us. Jesus is our hope.

We see this in Paul’s powerful reminder in Colossians 1:13-14: “He has delivered us from the domain of darkness and transferred us to the kingdom of his beloved Son, in whom we have redemption, the forgiveness of sins.”

I love knowing that Christ not only brings light, (John 8:12) but He also brings deliverance from the darkness.

That’s why I want to encourage you to ask the Lord if there is any area you need to invite His light into right now. Remember, Jesus isn’t trying to expose you to put shame on you. He’s trying to expose the sin that has its chains around you. His light helps us not only to get free but to see where to walk from here.

May we move forward in the freedom Jesus made possible. (Galatians 5:1) And may we remember that the more attracted we are to the light of Truth, the less we will be tempted by the sins of darkness.

09/22/2025

Isaiah 41:10 (NIV)
“So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.”

09/20/2025

✨Do you clench your jaw at night?
✨Do you struggle with headaches- especially when dealing with extra stress?
✨Does your jaw ever ache when you wake up?
✨Do you clench your jaw or grind your teeth at night?

If you said yes to any of these, you may respond well to facial and intra oral massage work.

I have a number of clients who come to see me regularly for this type of work. It not only reduces the number and intensity of their headaches, but it also has helped a few with nagging ear pain or jaw tension.

If you have benefited from this type of massage or think that you could use it, comment below!

09/20/2025

I’ve found this to be so true—it’s impossible to please everyone. Instead, focus on pleasing the One who matters most: the One who created you to be exactly who you are.

Even those who love us most receive our words and actions through their own lens—shaped by experiences, childhood, wounds, and insecurities. What we intend as simple information might cut deeply, and what feels harmless to us might stir up old hurts in someone else.

As I always told my children: you are only responsible for your own actions and reactions. So, be compassionate, be curious, and choose kindness - Always.

“Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you.” — Ephesians 4:32

09/19/2025

Where in your life is fear holding you back?

Ask yourself:
👉 If I move forward through this fear, what’s the worst that could happen?
👉 If I move forward through this fear, what’s the best that could happen?

Remember—if we keep doing what we’ve always done, we’ll keep getting what we’ve always gotten.

“Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.” —Joshua 1:9 NIV

If you’re ready to take the next step—but fear keeps holding you back—I’d love to help. Whether you need clarity, direction, or a plan to move forward, comment ME below or message me to book your complimentary consult call

09/18/2025

How often do we sit in silence intentionally?
No phone in hand, no music playing, no people talking, no television on.
I encourage you to try it!
- You might find there are thoughts, emotions, questions, or ideas that the noise has been drowning out.
- You might notice the quiet sounds of nature.
- You might hear that still small voice whisper to your heart.
- You might feel healing and peace.
- You might find the silence to be terrifying because you’ve pushed down thoughts and feelings for so long.
I’m curious to hear your experience. Please share if you’re willing!

09/17/2025

This is what connection looks like. This is what creates understanding, opens space for sharing thoughts and feelings without fear, builds relationships, allows for forgiveness, and creates emotional intimacy.

From a book by Jeff Brown

09/16/2025

Congratulations to Trevor Shaw! We were honored to sponsor him as he was crowned Harris County Fair and Rodeo King this past weekend.
Trevor is a senior and the chapter president for Klein Cain FFA, area 3 1st vice president and is running for state ffa officer.
He has been accepted into Texas A&M where he will continue both his education and making an impact as a leader among his peers!
As a small business owner, I love being able to support the next generation as they grow, mature and chase their dreams.
Regardless of how things look In the world, there is a large group of pretty incredible, intelligent, polite, articulate, and driven young people who have good heads on their shoulders!
Gig ‘Em Trevor!

09/15/2025

We discussed this at our mini Restoration Retreat last weekend.
The verse for the weekend was
Matthew 11:28. We read from a few different Bibles and translations and had great discussion and journaling time!

The NIV says- “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.”

The Message version 11:28-30 says “Are you tired? Worn out? Burned out on religion? Come to me. Get away with me and you’ll recover your life. I’ll show you how to take a real rest. Walk with me and work with me—watch how I do it. Learn the unforced rhythms of grace. I won’t lay anything heavy or ill-fitting on you. Keep company with me and you’ll learn to live freely and lightly.”

09/15/2025

Oh, so very very true! I am so grateful for God being here for me to lean on and for the people He has allowed me to know that walk through this life and its challenges with me!

06/23/2025

They say you can’t teach an old dog new tricks… but clearly, mine didn’t get that memo. 😄

Both of these sweet pups had every reason to sn**ch that cheesy, beefy goodness the second it hit the plate. But instead, they waited—patient, calm, and in control. Why? Because they’ve learned to trust, to listen, and to hold back even when their instincts say “GO!”

Isn’t that a picture of the kind of growth we’re all capable of?

We might not be able to control everything in life — but we can take control of our thoughts, our actions, and how we show up every day. We can pause instead of reacting. We can choose peace over chaos, forgiveness over bitterness, and faith over fear.

Change doesn’t always start big. Sometimes, it begins with a small decision to do something differently — to sit with the discomfort, to trust the process, and to believe that something better is ahead.

And yes — there are rewards. The kind that don’t always come instantly, but come faithfully. Just like these pups, who got to enjoy their cheeseburgers in the end (and trust me, they were very happy they waited!) 🧀🍔

God honors the heart that seeks Him, the mind that’s being renewed, and the life that’s surrendering to His direction. He’s not holding back good things — He’s preparing us to receive them well.

Thoughts for the day:
✨What’s one area you’re ready to grow in today?
✨Where do you need to practice self-control, patience or more fully trust God in your life?
✨What growth, accomplishment or reward will make the hard work worthwhile?
✨How will you feel when you succeed?

Let’s walk it out — one obedient step at a time.