It’s All About Me
This weekend I started a phase of self-indulgence.
J watched Little Button on Saturday for 4 glorious hours so I could go shopping by myself (and he gave me some shopping money for no reason, so I didn’t even have to spend my own play money - SUWEET). I came home with a new haircut, new clothes, and a trial sized version of a new skin regiment that costs way too much and that I would never splurge for, except that my birthday is coming up next month so if I like it, other people can buy it for me. 
I like it.
To my surprise and relief, Button didn’t seem to care at all that my hair was shorter. A good thing, as part of me was afraid she wouldn’t know me without the extra 6 inches. Yesterday, I took the test one step further and colored it auburn - something I haven’t done in 2 years. Granted, auburn isn’t too far off my natural color, but she still knows her Mama, which makes me happy that she loves me for more than just my hair. I was beginning to wonder…
There’s something about the little things I get just for me that make me feel better about myself. Today I don’t feel nearly as fat, frumpy and past my prime as I did last week. This is important right now because 27 has always been a “marker” age in my mind - where I officially have to turn in my badge of youth and become an adult. I turn 27 on the 27th of next month.
So for now, I’m enjoying my self-indulgence and planning to set an appointment soon at a nearby spa to which I have a GC. Have any of you ever had a body wrap? I’m curious to know if they really work as well as I’ve heard as far as taking inches off the middle.
I’m also considering getting some of that reallyreally expensive MAC makeup to go with my new hair. Just for fun. And ’cause I can.
Well, I think I can. I’ll have to see how much is left in my “play money” account.
January 23rd, 2007 at 11:33 am
Good for you!
Just a note about MAC. I used their makeup for quite some time, and was finally pleased to find something that would blend, and nearly perfectly matched my skin tone.
But, one of my closest friends (who had also been a MAC consumer), became a consultant for Mary Kay, and provided me samples. She told me that her experience was that Mary Kay worked just as well, some products better, and obviously all were less expensive.
So, I ordered some to give it a try, and haven’t used any other makeup since. It’s been seven years or so. Like you, I am in my twenties, so my skin has had some subtle changes from 18 to 25. But, I have not been disappointed in the consistent quality and match(es) for my skin tone. And, I trust my friend, so it was a much easier decision than it could have been.
So, if you haven’t tried Mary Kay, you may want to find a consultant in your area and set up an appointment for a makeover (you know - in your *spare* time). It’s especially good if you can find someone you know, who won’t be extremely….pushy.
That’s just my experience, but it’s been good for me.
I really, honestly can’t believe that I just wrote that extremely long post about makeup.
Well, that’s all.
I’m glad your mood has lifted. Keep taking care of your well-being.
ania
January 23rd, 2007 at 1:00 pm
I remember 27. Seems so long ago now. I didn’t feel grown up until 30 and sometimes, I still don’t.
I have always wanted to buy the expensive makeup but am afraid that will buy it and then hate it.
January 23rd, 2007 at 5:57 pm
Blahh! I left a long comment this morning. Do you need to approve it? Is it in limbo?
Do I need to retype it?