Jillian, this Massage message was as sweet as a chocolate bunny for both of us. I'm so glad you got in touch with your 11 year old self and shared that experience with us. I have somewhat sallow skin and I rarely blush enough red into my cheeks to show, so I have no idea what it would feel like to have hives and be beet red .. except that you let me guess at that feeling today. I give you credit for pushing through it. I do know the fog of Benadryl, though. Ugh. I am so delighted you found the Walgreens and picked up nail polish (I'm intrigued and now I'm going to look for High Maintenance - so perfect) and a luscious Dove Easter Bunny. I even like the lip balm, as it is soothing and satisfying as well.
You know, this has the makings of a very good children's book. And you could even do the artwork. Think about it.
I do remember that I could heat up like a furnace when I got embarrassed as a kid. I just didn't turn noticeably pink or red. But we all recall how powerfully we reacted as children. It's a great story. Go for it!
I can't believe it's taken me so long to respond, since your kind words have been cycling through my mind and bringing a smile to my face! I have started thinking deeply about a children's book and can't thank you enough for this idea!
I hope you were able to pick up that nail polish. Each time I put it on my nails I laugh about that day and feel like the pink polish helps me remember that pink cheeks are just that and nothing I need to feel ashamed about.
Jillian, this Massage message was as sweet as a chocolate bunny for both of us. I'm so glad you got in touch with your 11 year old self and shared that experience with us. I have somewhat sallow skin and I rarely blush enough red into my cheeks to show, so I have no idea what it would feel like to have hives and be beet red .. except that you let me guess at that feeling today. I give you credit for pushing through it. I do know the fog of Benadryl, though. Ugh. I am so delighted you found the Walgreens and picked up nail polish (I'm intrigued and now I'm going to look for High Maintenance - so perfect) and a luscious Dove Easter Bunny. I even like the lip balm, as it is soothing and satisfying as well.
You know, this has the makings of a very good children's book. And you could even do the artwork. Think about it.
I do remember that I could heat up like a furnace when I got embarrassed as a kid. I just didn't turn noticeably pink or red. But we all recall how powerfully we reacted as children. It's a great story. Go for it!
I can't believe it's taken me so long to respond, since your kind words have been cycling through my mind and bringing a smile to my face! I have started thinking deeply about a children's book and can't thank you enough for this idea!
I hope you were able to pick up that nail polish. Each time I put it on my nails I laugh about that day and feel like the pink polish helps me remember that pink cheeks are just that and nothing I need to feel ashamed about.
XOXO