I just finished a massage from happy feet which is the business next door.
Let me start by saying that I am someone that is use to having a pamper day every two weeks.
I would take the day have a massage, pedicure, manicure, sometimes facial. I would go shopping, to dinner and do absolutely nothing but take care of me for that day..
Then came Covid. Life and so many other variables I've neglected myself. I have long to return to that pattern behavior of taking care of myself.
I'm embarrassed to say that I have not had a pedicure in a very long time.
God only knows is when I had my last massage.
But, I'm ready to put myself out there again and start taking care of me.
I want to tell you that I am a large size man 340 pounds. I'm a critical care nurse who stands on his feet many hours throughout the day and I developed what is called Venus stasis in my lower leg.
Let me tell you it's not contagious. It's just a horrible discoloration from iron that's built up in the skin due to poor circulation..
I really am embarrassed and conscientious of it when I go out in public, especially to lthe beach or someplace like that where I'm wearing shorts is appropriate, but for me it's made to feel horrible.
I've come to a realization that Im 62 years old. I've done for people and others and it's time for me to get back to doing for myself..
So I walked into this salon!.
I've never met them. They've never met me..
I asked a question, do you have room for a pedicure and I was quickly told yes to take a seat.
Wendy enters the scene.
No, she didn't introduce herself nor was she very engaging regarding conversation--could've been a language barrier -shyness, who cares -she set off to do her job.
I always get the deluxe package. The exclusive, the luxury,whatever the high-end because I deserve it.
Well, here it included a massage and I was looking totally forward to it.
I couldn't help notice that during the process of Wendy doing my pedicure, the lady to her left was very intrigued by looking at the discoloration of my leg instead of focusing on her client.
I really wanted to say, can I answer any of your questions l, but I thought you know that would make everyone feel uncomfortable, that's not my style. I knew that Venus stasis was about iron deposit in your legs and not contagious. It's just not pretty to look at..
I watched as Wendy continued her duties, providing a pedicure of service that I sought.
I did notice her eyes as she looked at the coloration on legs.
I wanted to tell her don't worry, Wendy it's not contagious. It's just a different color.. and no, I don't have diabetes.
I wanted to tell her don't worry about it. It's not a big deal. I'm fat. I'm a Nurse. I stand on my feet 12 to 18 hours a day at times caring for the sick.
Yes, I've done 18 hour shifts back in the day. I used to do 24 hour believe it or not..
I thought that would be a little forward, so I opt out not to do that.
So, after what I felt was an amazing pedicure, maybe be a little more assertive on the massage next time, Wendy.
I gathered my things, and I was ready to pay.
I left a $25 tip which to me as minimum compared to dealing with a strangers feet.
Then I realized I wake up at 6 PM to go for a night shift at 7 PM. By 8 o'clock on my shift, I could be cleaning the ass of a stranger of his or her fecal matter, and I've never judge him. I'm just thankful I was there to help them. ,
So I want to say thank you Wendy for making me feel comfortable in an odd situation of a new meet and greet.
We both have occupations where we take care of strangers who bring us very odd things to deal with mine just happens to be a discolored leg
I do look forward to coming back to your chair, and hopefully many more experiences of getting a pretty good pedicure. And if I stop by to my nails, maybe a manicure.. read more