Then She Zapped Me with Her Magic Wand…
I pulled into the parking lot and she melted in the seat beside me. She didn’t know what kind of mission her fiance’ sent us off on yesterday, just that she was spending the afternoon with me and she needed to shave her legs.
We walked in just before 1 o’clock. We were stressed and tired and sad that she’d be leaving today – moving to Nashville to get married. This surprise could not have come at a better time.
They checked us in, took our coats and led us into a dimly lit room with candles, refreshments, and soothing music. At that moment I knew that when people asked me what heaven is like, I would describe it much like this place: Hot towels. Warm colors. Soft lighting. And cookies. And angels wearing black uniforms that somehow magically know to call me “Mandy” (even though I filled out my paperwork as Amanda – and I wasn’t the only one waiting for the angels to rescue me that day).
“Are you Mandy?”
There it went again – that “total stranger knowing my name” thing.
I turned around to see a short beautiful woman behind me, “Um. Yes. I am.”
“I’m Ralu. I’m doing your facial today.”
“Oh! Ok! I’m just looking for the bathroom.”
This, ladies and gentlemen, was the skin fairy. And she somehow knew me. Like magic.
I spent the next 4 1/2 hours in heaven. With black-clothed fairies and angels fluttering around me. Lost in the rhythm of their pampering. Hot towels. Hot gels. Lotions and magic potions. Hand massage. Foot massage. Scalp massage. Sprays. Hot towels. Makeovers. Cheese. Apples. Crackers. Orange scents. Lime scents. Lavender scents. Hand massage. Foot massage. Scalp massage. Back and neck massage. Arm massage. Leg massage. More hot towels. Wash and blow dry. Steam clouds floating around my face. And the magic wand.
I didn’t see the magic wand until after she zapped me, but it was real. Real, I tell you.
She said it killed bacteria with a small little electric current. Current? Yes. Current. I guess, like a bug-zapper for your face. I could feel it tingle through my skin. And when she showed it to me, I watched this red shiny zappy mini-lightning bolt thingy run through the tip of the wand. The short and beautiful and wonderful skin fairy put my face through electroshock therapy.
And I love her for it.
And so does my skin…
okay ——- how do I comment on this ??? I guess I will just say Merry Christmas – and don’t get ‘zapped’ by any lights!
You couldn’t take me with you!????? And don’t say “you live half a country away” either! There’s no excuse! I’m crying from jealously. Thanks a lot.
Bah humbug.
Okay, just kidding! I can’t leave that post just the way it is without making sure you know I’m joking. Except about the jealous crying thing. It’s more like whining but whatever. Love you MT.
How MUCH FUN, Mandy!!! I love this kind of surprise for a day!
And if your sweet friend is who I think she is, I’m praying for her, too, as she travels and gets settled in and prepared for the BIG DAY!
WOW
I want to do that!
Sounds wonderful.
Love you too, MS. And, girl, never question it: I would’ve LOVED to have had you there…
Red: Yes you do!
Holly: You got it right. I’m gonna miss that girl…
Papa: You wanna do something beautiful for Mama for Christmas? Get her a facial. mmmmmmm………
Sounds heavenly
papa! sooo funny!
um. i’ll paint your toe nails.
for free.
Tammy: I’m ticklish. Won’t let you get near my feet!
Kelli: Yes ma’am. totally
Oooh… I wanna have electroshock therapy too!!!
Err… on my face.
I used to LOVE getting massages; can’t anymore, but oh my heaven I know how you’re feeling today. Like the initial rush is gone but if you stay still long enough your legs can still turn jello-y.
Aaahh…
phew. cuz id rather not touch’em. i was just being nice.
you know me…NICE!
I am very happy to see you had such a great time at the spa.
Your friend is not being very loyal to you moving away because of a little thing like marriage.
“angels wearing black uniforms” I believe they have places like that for men but I don’t think they call them spas.
I did some research and there are actually spass(?) for men. One in Az has the MVP room, with wide-screen TV, newspapers and business magazines, and an executive-like decor.
Next time be sure and ask Drew if he wants to come.
Ed:
& Drew needs to stay away from those angels!
Tam? Nice? You forgot to take your hormones again, didn’t you?
Gitz: It took a solid hour for these legs to get outta bed…
Oh my, I’m in heaven just picturing that wonderful pampering experience. Well, everything up until the electric face shock thing. Not too sure I want that. But… everything else I want. Btw, I really enjoy your writing. Not sure I’ve mentioned that before.
Brenda: Thank you. Really… I’ve been working on my creative writing skills this year, even though I consider myself more of a songwriter than other…. But the creative part? It even helps with songs! Your words mean a lot right now. Thank you
Hey Mandy,
Brenda’s right. You have some serious writing talent. And don’t argue with me, because I’m in the business of evaluating writing.
Glad you got so spend a special day with S before she took off. Sounds heavenly.
~Cheryl
i need some magic wand!
girl… you’re lucky!
I want to be zapped.
Cheryl: Thank you for real. I have to admit that I rolled my eyes when I first started reading your comment, but that’s because I already knew you were going to throw your profession at me and tell me not to argue! Thank you… Really.
Jenni: Now the little mini-breakouts have started. That always happens afterwards, or so I’ve heard.
Debra: I’m sure if you stuck a 9-volt to your face, you’d have the same effect… The same tingle, at least!
yes
See? I knew it.
Mandy, thank you so much… the pleasure was mine as well. I so love when God blesses us when least expected..
I will be praying for that miracle you are trusting God for. I wish you and all your loved ones a wonderful chritmas. Fondly, Rallou
i so need a day like that.
i’m so glad you got one. (and sad you had to say goodbye to another friend)