Tender kneading care
By Sasi
When Dr Yeoh first asked me to write a piece whilst in Bangkok for the study trip, my first objection was that my background is in accounting and not writing! But here I am…
I agreed to write about traditional Thai massage during Dr Yeoh’s pre-departure briefing knowing very well that it would be a fun experience. And it certainly was.
On the day after we arrived, the six of us went looking for a reputable massage centre along Khao San Road. I had persuaded Malina and Wanie to come along with Sze Mun, Li Yien and Suet Ying. The first centre we went to looked a little dodgy so we decided to move on until we found one that looked more presentable - perhaps one minus the smelly drains, surly staff and suspect felines.
This centre turned out to be really comfortable and welcoming with friendly looking masseurs. We were ushered to the second floor after making payment and here our feet were washed with soap and water and gently towel-dried. It was such a luxury to be pampered that way! And that was just the beginning….
Since I was the only one who had opted for the oil massage, instead of the traditional Thai massage, I was asked to go to the highest floor. Once I got there, the masseurs asked me to strip to my birthday suit and lie down on the mattress.
Magic fingers worked their way through my pores, kneading gently with fragrant oil. The next hour was pure bliss and I had to remind myself to stay awake to enjoy the sensation.
That night I fell asleep as soon as I hit the bed and did not even hear the knocks on my doors when the others came to call me for drinks.
Looks like there will definitely be another visit to the massage centre before we say goodbye to the Land of Smiles. And this time around, the traditional Thai massage will be the order for the day! Sawasdee!
