When my husband lost his job in 2008, I had to do some re-priortizing and find ways to cut costs. Gone were the monthly pedicures, the bikini wax (didn't really like them anyway, so no real sacrifice there!) and the $110 haircut & color jobs. I discovered a hidden gem...a little slice of heaven...an oasis of relaxation for a fraction of the cost of spas...I discovered...The Beauty School!! :) Your local beauty school is truly a treasure! You would not believe the kinds of services you can get there - and you really won't believe the prices!! I have had my hair cut and colored, a pedicure AND a facial all in one day for well under $75 and that includes the tip! I have never been disappointed with any of the services! And, my VERY fave thing is their deluxe facials! It is $20 for an hour long facial, which is about what I've paid in the past for the tip on my $100 facial! And, it is just as good, if not better, than any I've ever received at the more expensive spas in town. You even get a nice soft robe, soft music and a comfy bed to lay in. It rocks! The worst part is when it's all over and you have to get off the comfy bed and get dressed. I've often thought I should book TWO facials back to back just to avoid that sinking feeling of "oh no, it's all over..." It really is that good.
Today, I took my daughter for mother-daughter facials. My 10 year daughter has learned early on, the importance of pampering oneself...and she too is addicted to thes fab facials! Imagine how excited we were when they told us the "special of the month" was $5 parafin wax on feet & hands, with a facial. Of course, my daughter has never experienced parafin but, she was quick to say "YES"! And, from the look on her face while she was laying on the bed next to me, basking in all the relaxation and glory, I think it may have become one of her favorite things!
After our facials, I had a brow wax while my daughter had her bangs trimmed.
Two and a half hours later, we walked out, feelin' like a million bucks!! Our total bill? $60.50. Can't beat that for a mother-daughter bonding day at the spa!!
I even bought my husband a gift card for a facial and after much nagging and bugging, he finally used it! When he was done, he called me from the parking lot and said "I just had my facial...it was reeeeeally nice." The sound of his voice alone was worth it!
I would recomend the Beauty School for EVERYONE!! Don't wait for someone to lose their job to discover this little slice of heaven!!
The author of this blog, in no way, gets paid or gets any special discounts from the Beauty School!
Wednesday, November 23, 2011
Monday, November 21, 2011
40 days til a new year...
It dawned on me today that 2012 is right around the corner!! 40 days to be exact. I need to get busy on my New Year's resolutions!! Last year, my goal for the year was to run a race each month...and I've accomplished it so far!! I've still got the "I Like Pie" 5k on Thankgsiving and the "Jingle Bell Run" in early December, but God willing, it will happen!!
I want to do something bigger and better for 2012. Here's what I'm thinking:
As 2011 comes to a close, I reflect on my life this past year. A year ago today, I had never run a 5k...now, I've got 10 under my belt, plus 3 10ks and a half marathon!! Wow! What a difference a year makes. I have to say that I am a happier, more grounded, content person than I was before I started running. Running gives me the energy I need to get through the day. It gives me the confidence I need to deal with life's little challenges (I always think, "I can do this, I ran for over 2 hours straight"). It truly has given me a new lease on life and has made my MS symptoms all but disappear...well, that and a little help from Tysabri!!
I hope each and every one of you finds that thing that makes you tick, that thing that makes you leap out of bed with excitement each morning, that thing that makes you feel like I am ENOUGH and I am worth investing in. Go out there and find it - Time's a wastin'!!
I want to do something bigger and better for 2012. Here's what I'm thinking:
- 12 Races in 2012
- 12 miles a week
- Run a race on 12/12/12
As 2011 comes to a close, I reflect on my life this past year. A year ago today, I had never run a 5k...now, I've got 10 under my belt, plus 3 10ks and a half marathon!! Wow! What a difference a year makes. I have to say that I am a happier, more grounded, content person than I was before I started running. Running gives me the energy I need to get through the day. It gives me the confidence I need to deal with life's little challenges (I always think, "I can do this, I ran for over 2 hours straight"). It truly has given me a new lease on life and has made my MS symptoms all but disappear...well, that and a little help from Tysabri!!
I hope each and every one of you finds that thing that makes you tick, that thing that makes you leap out of bed with excitement each morning, that thing that makes you feel like I am ENOUGH and I am worth investing in. Go out there and find it - Time's a wastin'!!
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