Today I did something I never thought I would. I got my legs waxed.
Now I've attempted home waxing before, and it was a pretty failed attempt. Time has passed and while it should, I repeat should be summer here (RAIN RAIN GO AWAY) shaving my legs is something that must be kept up in the summer, at least for me. However, my shower is wee, and trying to shave in it is like being a contortionist. So I decided I would go and have my legs waxed. I mean, how bad could it be. Women have parts more delicate waxed every day. (Which is now something I will never EVER contemplate)
OH. MY. FREAKING A. OW.
NEVER AGAIN.
If my mum were still alive she would be laughing at me so hard right now. In fact I am sure she is.
It hurt. My legs still sting. Not to mention that she missed a few spots I had to clean up on my own. Not to mention I already feel like I am stubbly. Hrm. Do I need to exfoliate again?
So that added to a day where I went all the way to Southern General to find that my neuro appt is tomorrow and I got rained on and I still don't feel 100%. F-.
Tomorrow- on the docket: The neuro appt and a hope to get a haircut as well. My bangs are out of control!
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21 June 2011
24 May 2011
Not myself
I'm not feeling like myself today. I haven't really felt like myself since we came back from London. Even though my feet hurt, I had a lot of energy and felt good. Recently, I just feel tired and sluggish and blah and whatnot. I think it may have to do with the fact I'm out of my vitamin D supplement.
I think I am going to have to find a new and better GP if I am planning on staying here longer. The last time I went and had my ankle looked at, about 30 seconds was spent on examination. It just made me feel dismissed, like my issue wasn't real.
Anyways, I just feel blah. Not depressed (well not anymore than usual), not anxious, just blah. Maybe it is the weather, since it has been raining for what seems like forever now. It rains, we get a bit of sun, it rains. Repeat.
So I have no idea. I'm excited to work out, but can't get the motivation to do it. I have things I need to do and people to call etc, and can't "find the time." I just wish I was at the point where everything came easy; healthy living and eating and working out and working on my dissertation. Someday, some day soon I hope.
Today I had some me time and got my nails done and then I met Steph for lunch. We walked around a bit after and then we came back and I ran a load of laundry and took a nap. I meant to only sleep for a bit but it ended up being way longer than I wanted and missed spinning. :( Bad Cindy.
I also took a few photos of some of the damage that occurred in our neighborhood from the ridic winds here yesterday. Not that it even makes any comparison to what has happened in the US, but it was crazy what some wind can do.
Tomorrow is a new day- hopefully with better choices.
I think I am going to have to find a new and better GP if I am planning on staying here longer. The last time I went and had my ankle looked at, about 30 seconds was spent on examination. It just made me feel dismissed, like my issue wasn't real.
Anyways, I just feel blah. Not depressed (well not anymore than usual), not anxious, just blah. Maybe it is the weather, since it has been raining for what seems like forever now. It rains, we get a bit of sun, it rains. Repeat.
So I have no idea. I'm excited to work out, but can't get the motivation to do it. I have things I need to do and people to call etc, and can't "find the time." I just wish I was at the point where everything came easy; healthy living and eating and working out and working on my dissertation. Someday, some day soon I hope.
Today I had some me time and got my nails done and then I met Steph for lunch. We walked around a bit after and then we came back and I ran a load of laundry and took a nap. I meant to only sleep for a bit but it ended up being way longer than I wanted and missed spinning. :( Bad Cindy.
I also took a few photos of some of the damage that occurred in our neighborhood from the ridic winds here yesterday. Not that it even makes any comparison to what has happened in the US, but it was crazy what some wind can do.
Tomorrow is a new day- hopefully with better choices.
13 February 2011
Sunday blues and what I got up to Saturday
I've had this headache for what seems forever, only getting minor relief. All week going to the workshop was torture. I wasn't sleeping b/c of the pain (that and my shoulder) which made getting up at 7 not so fun. I am glad it is over. I really didn't get much out of it, until Thursday and I still have no idea what my assignment is going to be on.
I managed to struggle out to the shops w/ Steph yesterday. First, we went to the farmers market down the hill and it was very cute and I had a lovely fresh scone. We got some all natural soaps and oat bars as well.
Then we went to Buchanan b/c I needed to pick up my new glasses. They were there, and I also picked up some makeup and more meds and other assorted things.
We poked around the area for a bit, popped into Forbidden Planet and then headed home. On the way home I convinced her to stop and be all girly and get a manicure. :)
I had a plan to finish my paper last night, but my head was being unreasonable in the evening so I spent half the time in the dark, and the other half we watched the first 2 episodes of Sherlock (again).
Today I have to finish my research proposal and read for Tuesday. Neither of which are at the top of my list. I hope I can get through at least finishing the paper without my head exploding.
I managed to struggle out to the shops w/ Steph yesterday. First, we went to the farmers market down the hill and it was very cute and I had a lovely fresh scone. We got some all natural soaps and oat bars as well.
Then we went to Buchanan b/c I needed to pick up my new glasses. They were there, and I also picked up some makeup and more meds and other assorted things.
We poked around the area for a bit, popped into Forbidden Planet and then headed home. On the way home I convinced her to stop and be all girly and get a manicure. :)
I had a plan to finish my paper last night, but my head was being unreasonable in the evening so I spent half the time in the dark, and the other half we watched the first 2 episodes of Sherlock (again).
Today I have to finish my research proposal and read for Tuesday. Neither of which are at the top of my list. I hope I can get through at least finishing the paper without my head exploding.
05 February 2011
Product/Service review: Fish pedicure
*I have not been asked to write this review, I chose to.
**No fish were harmed in the writing of this entry, to my knowledge.
Yesterday I went to XFeet at the St. Enoch Centre to get a fish pedicure. I had been curious about this service for some time, so when I was able to get a Groupon for it, I jumped on it.
When we got there, I was unsure who was an employee or a client until the employee came out of the back room. There were a few people who were undertaking the pedicures and we had a wait time of about 5 minutes, which was fine.
We were asked to fill out medical/consent forms which asked if we had any relevant medical conditions and whatnot. After that we were told to sit down at the tanks and remove our shoes and socks. The employee came over and sprayed our feet with what I am assuming was an anti bacterial spray, and then we immersed our feet for about 15 minutes.
The fish were small and ticklish, but not annoyingly so. They nibbled and swam around the tank and seemed to do what they were supposed to do; which is to eat the dead skin off your feet.
After, we were given paper towels to dry off and were sent on our way.
Verdict: It was ok. I've had better pedicures and results with callous removers.
Pros: It is always fun to try something new, especially when reasonably priced. Some dead skin was removed.
Cons:
1. The reception desk should be up front, not in the back, so clients know where to do and who to talk to. There should also be more than one person working, especially on a busy day.
2. I would like to know how often the tanks are cleaned. I felt kind of grossed out having to put my feet into a tank someone had just vacated without new water.
3. I think the service would be a lot better if there was a pre and post pedicure service. At the beginning a scrub and exfoliation should be done to get the feet ready for prime dead skin removal. After the pedicure there should be a scrub with a pumice, lotion application, and a toenail polish (if desired) like when you get an actual pedicure. This could be done by being in conjunction with a salon or by having technicians to do so. I think that would have made the whole experience a lot better.
4. The employees should always be visible and on the premise, not in the back. (So ideally more than one employee should be there.) This makes it convenient for clients coming in, and especially if there are concerns or questions by those receiving a service.
5. A price list should be available and visible.
6. Hygienic and health information should be available and visible. If it was, I did not see it.
All in all, I would do it again if I found a place where a full pedicure service was given, like in this review in Glamour magazine and once all the health concerns have been addressed.
**No fish were harmed in the writing of this entry, to my knowledge.
Yesterday I went to XFeet at the St. Enoch Centre to get a fish pedicure. I had been curious about this service for some time, so when I was able to get a Groupon for it, I jumped on it.
When we got there, I was unsure who was an employee or a client until the employee came out of the back room. There were a few people who were undertaking the pedicures and we had a wait time of about 5 minutes, which was fine.
We were asked to fill out medical/consent forms which asked if we had any relevant medical conditions and whatnot. After that we were told to sit down at the tanks and remove our shoes and socks. The employee came over and sprayed our feet with what I am assuming was an anti bacterial spray, and then we immersed our feet for about 15 minutes.
The fish were small and ticklish, but not annoyingly so. They nibbled and swam around the tank and seemed to do what they were supposed to do; which is to eat the dead skin off your feet.
After, we were given paper towels to dry off and were sent on our way.
Verdict: It was ok. I've had better pedicures and results with callous removers.
Pros: It is always fun to try something new, especially when reasonably priced. Some dead skin was removed.
Cons:
1. The reception desk should be up front, not in the back, so clients know where to do and who to talk to. There should also be more than one person working, especially on a busy day.
2. I would like to know how often the tanks are cleaned. I felt kind of grossed out having to put my feet into a tank someone had just vacated without new water.
3. I think the service would be a lot better if there was a pre and post pedicure service. At the beginning a scrub and exfoliation should be done to get the feet ready for prime dead skin removal. After the pedicure there should be a scrub with a pumice, lotion application, and a toenail polish (if desired) like when you get an actual pedicure. This could be done by being in conjunction with a salon or by having technicians to do so. I think that would have made the whole experience a lot better.
4. The employees should always be visible and on the premise, not in the back. (So ideally more than one employee should be there.) This makes it convenient for clients coming in, and especially if there are concerns or questions by those receiving a service.
5. A price list should be available and visible.
6. Hygienic and health information should be available and visible. If it was, I did not see it.
All in all, I would do it again if I found a place where a full pedicure service was given, like in this review in Glamour magazine and once all the health concerns have been addressed.
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