Christmas 3 - TIPS on enjoyment of the season

Holiday time is always hurry hurry rush rush...and the mom's, girlfriend's,

wives, in other words, the "girls" get more stressed then blessed. 

A few hints from my spa-developer daughter, Vanessa, on how to detox

and find some real time for just yourself.

Imagine yourself in these luxurious surroundings,

taking a few moments of the day just for YOU

• Treat yourself to a pedicure.  Just relax and do it.
• Create a pre-bath titual using Neutrogena body oil, which is made of natural sesame seeds.  Lather this oil all over your body before having a 20-minute soak in warm water; it takes that long for your pores to open completely and release accumulated impurities & toxins in the skin.
• MAKE a herbal bath ritual.  Add peppermint, lemon, rose or jasmine tea, wrapped in a pretty cloth pouch & tied with a ribbon, to your warm bathwater.
• Buy a bottle of Pine Spa oil and once a week have a Pine Spa.  Place the Pine Spa Oil under ot running water, and light a pine-scented candle.
• Get a new digital scale and weigh yourself each morning before breakfast.
• Play some music you love, don't answer ANY telephone and just chill out.
• Buy a thick, plushy bathrobe, like in the spas - a "cashwere" type of microfibre as soft & downy as a new baby (available at some spas).   Put it on when you are wet from your bath and pat yourself dry...so much better for your skin than rubbing.
• Lay out all the clothes you'll be wearing prior to your bath.  Make certain everything is in perfect order, down to the jewelry, handbag & shoes.  When your clothes are all set, dressing is quick & fun.
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  After an early evening bath,lie down for 8-10 minutes before you get dressed again.  You will feel like a new person.  Promise.

Love love love these big multiple floppy flowers!

a wonderful season for all to remember sharing with strangers

as well as those we love.

peace, love & joy be with you....