But her diagnosis didn’t temper her faith, it just strengthened it. Last year, the family’s faith was tested again when June was diagnosed with a rare form of Leukemia. The family’s faith was tested again when June was diagnosed with Leukemia. Treasured offered a place for both Michelle and June to grow and find community, and help other women do the same. I can honestly say I’m a better wife and mother because of it.” Michelle is now a leader at Treasured, and serves alongside her mom, June, who is a mentor mom, offering counsel to the younger women. It has helped me grow in my marriage, and as a mother. “This is now my seventh year in Treasured. “I started going to the meetings and I just fell in love with these women who have the same desire to grow closer to God.” “I felt the need to connect more with other Christian moms,” says Michelle. Treasured is a Saddleback Bible study where moms from all ages and life stages come together to grow in community and to grow spiritually. They were finally blessed with two sons and that’s when Michelle began attending Treasured.
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Then the struggle hit even closer to home for Michelle-she and her husband dealt with years of infertility as they tried to start their own family. Eight years ago, her father battled prostate cancer. Seventeen years ago, at just 26-years-old, Michelle’s sister was diagnosed with bone cancer. In fact, Michelle’s entire immediate and extended family all attend Saddleback Church, and Michelle and her mother serve together in the Treasured study. What makes Michelle’s family unique is not just the trials they’ve overcome, but also the way they are unified in their faith. What makes Michelle’s family unique is not just the trials they’ve overcome. It was her mother’s faith in God and a Bible study called Treasured that helped them persevere. Michelle Wood and her family have such a bond, but it’s one that has been severely tested. Set amongst tranquil Constantia vineyards untouched by the fast pace of the Mother City, putting life’s challenges on hold at Steenberg Spa is just a heartbeat away.A mother’s love has the ability to create a strong connection and bond in her family. Whether you choose a revitalising treatment, a calming facial or an invigorating massage, the unique and ultra-special mom and child spa experience will leave you both feeling restored, inspired and utterly spoilt. In addition to serene indoor therapy rooms, Steenberg offers outdoor spa treatments on sunny days including poolside manis and pedis. The collection of spa treatments for teens includes a Tension Release Massage, Pore Perfecting Facial and a Manicure or Pedicure.
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The kids & tween menu features a Sparkle Mani & Pedi and Cooco Boo Mini Facial, Lil’bee Back Massage and Sleepy Sheep Scalp & Foot Massage – perfect for back-to-school relaxation. To make children feel extra welcome, Steenberg Spa has created bespoke treatments carefully curated to suit all ages with special spa menus for kids, tweens and teens to enjoy while Mom takes advantage of some much-needed “me time”.
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Take a moment’s respite from life’s stresses and share much treasured bonding time with your child in the warm and nurturing environment of Steenberg Spa.Ī magical one-on-one pamper session with your little one is a precious opportunity to revitalise and de-stress, and create unforgettable memories far away from life’s daily distractions and responsibilities.