I was not thrilled to see the numbers on the clock this morning. School vacation was over, and it was time to get things rolling right at 6:00 a.m. However, this morning I had reason to usher everyone on their way with a smile, because it was Spa Day! Today was the day my mother was treating a couple of her friends, my aunt, and me to treatments at a local spa to celebrate her own upcoming retirement. (Yes, my mom is THAT awesome!)
Those of you who have been hanging out here for awhile know that I am not one to treat myself to much pampering (or simple hair coloring, or waxing...) My mother suggested that I try a facial, since she had an inkling that the thought of a full body massage might stress me enough to counteract any of its intended purpose. Once we signed in, we were given robes and sandals to wear. The eucalyptus steam room and the sauna were pointed out, as well as the outdoor hot tub and the reflecting pool. Those are the things you get to do while you wait for your massage...this was no crappy waiting room with outdated magazines!
There might've been a moment where my aunt almost accidentally lunged at a woman in the steam room, but eyeglasses+steam=immediate poor vision. At first I thought that room was my worst nightmare of weather, but I admit, I got used to it very quickly.
Until recently, I had some preconceived notions that a facial involved a tackle box of makeup, complete with mascara that would take a week to flake off completely. It might've been better when I thought that because now that I have seen the light? Oh my! Oh so fabulously wonderfully incredible! (Don't hate...I'll be back to cleaning other people's bathrooms tomorrow.)
Lunch at the spa was also included in this celebration. My mother said we were going to go in our robes, because we could. I am still not sure that equated to we should, but I wasn't going to argue. Five women in white robes standing at the hostess desk of a fancy restaurant while fully clothed folks dined. Before we were seated though, my mother
wanted to show us how the wine card worked...Just swipe and choose! FYI...$3 got her about what is in that glass.And here is my lunch and hummingbird cake...
And then, well, then it was time to go home...I might have wept a little. (oops, the photos are setting up how I placed them, but you get the idea!)
That day sounds like a blast. I don't think I'd be weeping...I think I'd be sobbing and grabbing onto someone's legs so I didn't have to go saying something along the lines, "No! Noooo! You can't make me go!"
ReplyDeleteThey could've at least let me keep the robe. I might've gotten some lunch on it, so I should've offerred to take it home to wash!
DeleteOoh sounds fabulous. We all need a pampering day from time to time. (translation: often).
ReplyDeleteModern translation: daily
DeleteWell, now I know what I can get you for special occasions, gift cards for facials and we'll even try a massage. It was my pleasure to be able to spend some relaxing time with you, my sister, Peanut, and best friends, Batty Bibbs & Bad Mary (you guys still have to work on a nickname, that I approve of, for me). Yep, that's us in this photo.
ReplyDeleteLov Mom
Love you Mom!
DeleteThe robes SHOULD be complimentary.
ReplyDeleteIt almost was complimentary!
Deletesounds like a glorious day! you deserve it! Thanks for the kind words on my weight loss post too.
ReplyDeleteI am sulking that tomorrow will not be nearly as lovely...or at lest not that. I know of!
DeleteSpa days are the best I think it is time for me to make a facial appt.
ReplyDeleteI am not sure I would go by myself...safety in numbers or something like that.
DeleteWhat an incredible treat! Congrats to Mom on her upcoming retirement!
ReplyDeleteShe passed out gift bags at lunch too! I felt a bit empty handed, um, because I was...but I got over it!
DeleteAh...spas. They are so wonderful that it's almost a crime against humanity to make us go back to the real world.
ReplyDeleteAnd massages are awesome--they'll only massage where you tell them to, if that makes you feel better!
I did go for a massage once (a treat from mom as well), but liked the facial much better.
DeleteYAY for Mom! So glad you got pampered. It's about time!
ReplyDeleteI was sitting in that heated blanket chair thinking...actually EVERYONE deserves this once and awhile...or at least once...at least almost everyone...ok, me...at least me!
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