Tabitha (the diva tabby cat) admiring a recent pedicure
Despite the fact that it's an ordinary mid-week day,
excitement hangs in the air as I write from my den early this morning. That's
because, this evening, I am treating myself to a pedicure on my way home from
the 9 to 5. Sure, my feet will look and feel great, afterwards; making
them sandal and open-toed shoes ready for this lovely spring that has graced us
with her presence. But, the real “cure” in pedicure extends far deeper for me…
You see, I’ll emerge from the salon this
evening also feeling personally relaxed, empowered (for taking time solely for
me!), pampered and, yes, pretty. And, that’s a luxurious way to feel!
With that said, a pedicure is decidedly an indulgence I grant myself no less
than monthly…without a second thought.
Below is a sampling of other extravagances I
love to engage in (both on a regular and occasional basis). Many of these
lovelies cost me very little or nothing--aside from my time. All,
however, are absolutely delicious, and, like my beloved pedi’s, make me feel
fabulous afterward:
- Spend a
morning or afternoon in bed while reading or journaling (with candles lit,
jazz tunes playing and Tabitha (my cat) by my side);
- Play
dress-up (read more about this decadent practice here);
- Say, “No”
to an event I have no interest in attending in lieu of spending an evening
on the patio watching the sun set with Mark (husband);
- Get a
haircut, trim, highlights or deep conditioning treatment (and treat it
like a spa experience versus “mandatory maintenance");
- Take extra
steps to ensure I feel pretty (apply lipstick, wear a sparkly vintage
brooch, belt a cardigan with a silk scarf, sport my leopard-print
stilettos);
- Practice
mindfulness when speaking with others;
- Affirm
myself;
- Savor a
mani, massage or facial;
- Send
hand-written notes or letters to family and friends;
- Write from
an outdoor café with a latte or tea at hand.
What little indulgences can you gift yourself
today? Please share! T.
