With gratitude for Nina.

A couple months ago we got an email from a woman, a licensed massage therapist, who had just learned about us. She had been in Whole Foods, saw our products and read a little about us. She was so moved that she talked to the owner of her salon, and some of the staff members there, and came up with the idea of treating our women to a day of love, luxury and the power of human touch. The day turned into such a gift for all of us - and we think it was healing for those gave, who received or were just there to witness.

We found out yesterday that Nina Magnin, our dear new friend, passed away suddenly last week. In the course of a seemingly ordinary day, an ordinary errand, an ordinary car ride, Nina's life quickly and abnormally ended - and in the wake no doubt is great heartache for her family, friends and co-workers.

We wanted to share these beautiful images of Nina and the gentle, caring touch that she shared with our community that day. We offer these to her family and friends as a celebration of a life deeply lived and love that she offered generously to us. We grieve with her beloved daughter, son, husband and friends, especially at Elysium, and will keep you close in our hearts.

We close with an image of her hands as she nourished LaTasha with her healing touch. Clearly Nina's hands were a part of her life's work, and we are grateful that we received such a precious gift.


Text and images by Carolyn Snell