It’s the Friday before a Monday federal holiday, which means, in these parts, that Bill AND all the public school kids are off for four days. I crossed off all non-essential school work from today’s to-dos, squeezed in a few extra assignments yesterday, and am leaving Bill in charge of overseeing the bare bones school morning.

I’m off to get a haircut. But not just any haircut. Oh no. I’m going to a day spa for a ninety minute haircut at a place which clearly says that children must remain in the waiting room or not come at all. Cell phones are banned. I expect soft lights and quiet music. What a treat for the middle of a Friday morning!

Here is what the place promises on their website:

Elemental Nature Haircut

Service begins with a consultation and sensory journey based on the Elemental Nature Questionnaire. The therapists will then cleanse, tone, and moisturize the face. All while you receive a customized aromatic foot bath and a head, neck, and shoulder massage. Followed by a relaxing shampoo, haircut and finishing style by an AVEDA© trained professional stylist. Finishing with a make-up touch up for women, or hot towel treatment for men. All service is performed in a private spa room. 90 min.

The cost? About half what I would expect to pay on the East Coast.

Have a great day – I’m outta here.