I'm dropping in late with some massage oil I made up, just for this job. Karen, I have a special rub for those aching calfs - eucalyptus oil, peppermint and ti-tree. You can also rub it in to any grazes, it's not only OK on broken skin, it is an antiseptic too. I made sure it wasn't too strong.
And for the aching muscles after hard work - the rest of the body - a blend of lavender and rose, in an almond oil base. Something to help relax and soothe, plus calm troubled nerves. I've also made a lavender pillow to tuck inside your pillow case, to help you have pleasant, happy dreams...
Is the microwave oven set up yet? Do you have a small hand towel available? Here's a quick hot pack for those sore muscles - wet the hand towel, wring it out again, fold it neatly into the shape you want, put it inside a freezer bag (those crinkly plastic supermarket shopping bags work well) and microwave it for a minute or so until it's hot. Go carefully, it's easy to overheat it, you may need to wrap it in another towel until it's not so scalding hot - but this will stay hot for longer than a wheat pack and is less likely to eventually burst into flames. When it's cool, check to make sure it's still moist and microwave it again, if you still need it.
Marg
