Toes Woes

There's not much I like better in the way of pampering than a good spa pedicure. Last week while we were in St. Louis, my mom treated us girls to mani/pedis. Yeah! As we were walking to the car afterwards, I looked down and noticed that both my papa toes were incredibly smeared. What?! How the heck did that happen? I was certain I hadn't touched them on anything. I had planned on wearing open-toed shoes to the wedding, so I had to go back in and get the guy to fix them. Sandy and mom waited patiently in the car (after they got over their laughing fit at me). The guy finishes, and I walk back out to the car only to realize that I had done it again! Both papa toes - ruined!!

I'm cussing as I get in the car as I realize the problem - my shoes! They were sandals, but the top part was rubbing my toes (unbeknownst to me) as I walked. Sandy was like, "Just go back and ask him to fix them one last time." Yeah right! I was already the idiot, I wasn't going back in there so they could make fun of me in Vietnamese while I sat there oblivious! Mom was like, "Just lick your finger and see if you can smooth it out. It's not that bad." YES IT IS! Not only are the toes smeared, but there is nail polish all over my toes!

So, we drive to the local cosmetic store where I purchase nail polish remover, Ruby Slippers nail polish (a color I'm not even that crazy about), and top coat. When we returned to the hotel, I was able to repair the damage. But talk about a non-pampering experience - I was really stressed out!

Here's the damage:
1 Pedicure - 30.00 (Thanks, mom!)
1 Tip to Repair Pedicure - 5.00
1 Nail Polish Remover - 2.00
1 Top Coat - 4.00
1 Ruby Slippers Nail Polish - 7.50

Total: 48.50 - the most expensive pedicure I ever had!

On the bright side, Mindy pointed out that while I may not be in love with the color, at least dark red sparkle polish was practical. Think of all the times it can be worn: Valentine's Day, Fourth of July, and Christmas! Thanks, Mind!

**On a side note, the bulb replacement to my tv went off without a hitch. I borrowed the proper tools from dad, and didn't even have to use the latex glove!