Ode to Joni

To Joni King, who rented me my first bodywork office, in Wilmington North Carolina:

Fierce goddess energy

Persistent vocal supporter of my work, and me

Master vibe-crafter and decorator

Master accumulator of cute and functional knick-knacks

Beaming beauty

Warm mama bear energy and hugs

Feminine earth deer energy

Holder of healing space in all realms: physical, emotional, energetic, spiritual

Dog whisperer

Effusive, full-bodied expression

The handshake of a woman who’s been doing bodywork for 30 YEARS!

Deep listener

Joni, thank you for teaching me how sacred physical spaces can be. Thank you for the gift of this magical space as my first office.