Three years ago I let my hair go gray. The sparkling strands that kept appearing tempted me to accept them. Instead of color, I used shine and control products and a good occasional cut to keep a somewhat contemporary look.
Many people would compliment me on my gray hair. And some even applauded me for my brave efforts at resisting the cost and maintenance of professional color application. But there was 1 big objector to this. And that objector happened to be my Mother.
She hated my gray, citing many reasons why I simply needed to submit to the process of color. For one, I would look 20 years younger. I was ‘too young’ to be gray, and I had the rest of my life to decide ‘much later’ to go that route. But the most compelling reason that my Mother gave me for coloring my hair was that she loved me. And that she would never tell me anything to hurt me. And I know that to be true.
So upon my return to Ohio, I called my favorite hair dresser Cindy and she listened patiently while I reiterated the entire conversation with my Mother. And she booked my appointment immediately, saying that I made her day.
My son Daniel accompanied me to the salon (he was the color model) and waited patiently while the transformation took place.
And when we were done a big smile crept across all 3 of our faces.
I must admit I walk with a bit more spring in my step. I feel lighter and younger. And I’m grateful to my Mother for loving me enough to make a suggestion that she knew would be met with resistance.
So ‘hair we go again’ on the color wheel of life. If you’re lucky enough to still have your Mother, and you trust her to have your best interest at heart, listen.
At some point in life you’re going to get hit with a major disappointment. It may be not making the cut on the school team, not getting into grad school, not getting the coveted internship, or not getting called back for the final round of interviews.
Or it could be finding out that the one you love doesn’t love you, or your employer no longer finds you valuable, or you get that singular call from the Doctor that you feared but never really believe could happen to you.
Or you lose someone so dear to you that you just can’t breathe, and you wonder if it is possible to hurt any more than you do.
When these things happen reach for the closest person to you and hug them with all you’ve got. Weep the tears that need to come, or run like there is no end to the path in front of you, move so that you can actually FEEL something, because if you sit still for too long you may become immobilized.
Look back to the time when you can’t remember being sad or disappointed, and try to imagine yourself that way again. Because resiliency is what will get you through life. It will keep you from becoming bitter, and you will recover from disappointments with remarkable grace.
Everyone believes in something – whatever your belief is hold on to it. Pray for strength and for direction on a new path if that is what might need to happen. Seek out new experiences, for they will enrich your life.
Disappointments come to everyone, as does joy. Choose to focus on the joy.
Just Say It!: Model Behavior: “A model I’m not. Rehearsal today at the Hope Hotel in Fairborn, Ohio confirmed it. While the cause is good – fundraiser for…”
Today, in honor of Nelson Mandela’s 93rd birthday his wish was is for everyone to perform 67 minutes of service to others, which represents the 67 years he spent in service to others. My 67 minutes is being spent championing Wendy Malone’s efforts with the Chick-Fil-A Hero Box program event. This event will be held on Saturday, July 30th, at the Chick-Fil-A location on N. Fairfield Rd in Beavercreek, where fun activities for the entire family will take place beginning at 11:00 a.m.
If you just want to support the Hero Box program by eating at either the Chick-Fil-A N. Fairfield Rd or Fairfield Commons Mall location you can do that from 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. on July 30th and 20% of the proceeds will go to the Hero Box and Operation Show Our Love programs to support our troops who serve US every day.
Please read the attached flyer to see all of the activities taking place at the N. Fairfield Chick-Fil-A location including a motorcycle parade that anyone can ride and participate in!!!!
Thank you Wendy and Chick-Fil-A for your efforts to support our troops!
A model I’m not. Rehearsal today at the Hope Hotel in Fairborn, Ohio confirmed it. While the cause is good – fundraiser for the Greene County Chapter of the American Red Cross Association – I’m seriously doubting my decision to sashay down the run way.
The Celebrity Fashion Gala “Putting On The Glitz” is May 7, only 1 month away. And I caved and ate the slice of cherry pie at my place sitting during todays rehearsal luncheon. YIKES, not only am I nervous about the ‘walk’ but now I have to work even harder at the gym to make up for the pie.
The theme for the event is MISSION IMPOSSIBLE and however difficult, Yes, I did choose to accept the mission.
So please support the American Red Cross and attend this event if you’re local. Or send your advice, good wishes, prayers, whatever if you’re not local. I need it all to get me through this event.
Even if I stumble I promise to be on my best Model Behavior.
Tickets are $50 each. Included dinner, dancing, silent auction, entertainment, and fashion show. RSVP by April 20 to 937.372.9983 ext. 12
Just Say It!: Hair We Go Again!: “Three years ago I let my hair go gray. The sparkling strands that kept appearing tempted me to accept them. Instead of color, I used shine…”
Can I just say that plunking myself down next to the prettiest woman in the room at a business networking luncheon has turned out to be my great fortune? I’ve made a new business associate, wonderful new friend, and I’m getting younger looking by the day!
All my adult life I thought I took pretty decent care of the largest organ on my body…my skin. Aside from the occasional tanning bed, and laying out in the sun I made sure to slather on creams and lotions, not touch my face excessively, and get enough sleep each night so I wouldn’t frighten the neighbor kids the next day.
Turns out I know little to nothing about proper skin care – what it actually entails, what products to use on my face (each face has unique needs, who knew?), and the dramatic skin difference available to every woman and man who takes the time to self educate submitting to at least 90 luxurious minutes with Marta Rey, President and Owner of Marta Rey European and Clinical Skincare, who I affectionately dubbed “The Skin Doctor”.
In just one treatment my face responded so happily that it remained make-up free, blotch-free, toned and hydrated the rest of the day. Don’t get me wrong, I LOVE make-up, but after Marta’s signature Medi-Facial™ it just wasn’t necessary!
I had no idea what to experience, so I’m guessing you don’t either. (May I just state for the record that if you’ve had a facial on a cruise, or in a salon and spa- as wonderful as they may be – it is NOT even close).
I arrive for my treatment to Marta’s office in Centerville, Ohio located in a lovely facility with a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon (yes, I held my stomach in and pushed my boobs out on my way to Marta’s suite!). Marta does pre and post operative skin care treatments for patients as well- very necessary for best plastic surgery results.
(I make a note of this for when wobble neck appears- a girl can only take so much!).
I fill out my paperwork which describes any allergies, etc… and then I’m welcomed into Marta’s treatment room, given a soft white wrap to change into, and lay down on a comfortable table with white linens and a soft white blanket.
Marta examines my skin noticing where redness, sensitivity, large pores, and dead skin cells have accumulated (a lot!) and puts her customized treatment plan into action describing to me exactly what she wants to do, showing me the tools, and explaining what each step will accomplish and how it will feel. Once she gets my hair cap in place and I remove my dangling earrings we are off!
Since I am new to Microdermabrasion Marta shows me the Diamond Head tool (still encased in its protective packet) that will glide over my facial skin, loosening dead skin cells and sending them on their way through the attached tube never to be seen again. Everything is pristine, clean, and organized, and I am immediately comforted by Marta’s knowledge, professionalism, and warm personality.
Marta description of how Microdermabrasion feels is completely accurate -
To that of a cat licking you- and since I have a cat I know exactly the feeling, so no worries of pain! (If you don’t have a cat it feels like a soft emery board on the inside of your wrist. If you don’t have an emery board then I don’t know what to tell you!)
About ½ an hour later I’m asked to feel and compare both sides of my face; the ‘before’ side feels kind of like a lemon skin – slightly textured, uneven, and a bit pebbled. The ‘after’ side feels as smooth as an eggshell – I am not exaggerating. I am now beaming as not only is the Marta Rey Signature Medi-Facial™ experience pleasant – it works!
Once the Microdermabrasion is complete it is time for Marta to perform her extraction technique which has earned her the title among her clients as “Queen of Extraction” because she does it without it hurting in the least, making blackheads and whiteheads and any other offenders disappear in minutes. Then it is the application of aromatic essential oils and a facial massage that I can only describe as “tiny beings dancing on your face in a choreographed ballet”. I didn’t know such a form of facial massage even existed, let alone was offered in the Miami Valley!
Après massage a wonderful masque was painted on my face, eye pads placed, and I was left to rest quietly while the masque did its work. With soft music playing I took a little nap, enjoying the rest of my treatment time.
When Marta returned to the treatment room she removed the masque residue with a moistened and heated towel that smelled of fresh cut lemons. It was intoxicating.
With gentle toner, proper moisturizer for my skin type, eye cream, and a sunscreen with 25 SPF applied I was encouraged to take my first peek in the mirror.
The woman peering back at me had a huge smile on her face as she mumbled softly “I look changed”. I barely recognized myself – an unlined, clear, and radiant face.
The final part of my treatment was to listen to my post treatment advice from Marta. I was all ears.
Because Marta Rey European and Clinical Skincare operates with the philosophy of synergistic skincare- a customized consistent treatment plan and pharmaceutical grade American and European skin care products containing the best natural and scientifically proven ingredients work together to transform skin to look 5 to 10 years younger- my personal plan is as follows;
To accelerate my skin transformation progress it is recommended that my series of treatments be close together – roughly every other week- and Marta will determine which sessions will require Microdermabrasion and which will mandate a peel. My skin will reveal what happens when! The product line that I will use is Italian (just like me!) and is a simple, yet effective routine – Marta describes it as my ‘Ferrari’- cleanser, toner, day moisturizer, night moisturizer, eye cream, and sunscreen. The product size is extremely generous and priced far more reasonably than the ‘miracle’ creams touted in the fashion magazines and on-line. Most importantly it works, and it’s not a ‘buy and forget to use it’ item, as Marta guides her clients throughout the series of skincare treatments in proper use of the products.
Another word on products, everything I had been using was wrong and my skin told the story why with redness, irritation, unevenness, etc…I could go on and on. I had no idea that was part of the problem, but Marta knew immediately. Good luck finding that level of expertise at the cosmetic counter.
My next report will consist of the next treatment that I will experience under Marta’s watchful eye and expert hand.
Until then I offer just one piece of sage advice… pick your seat at business networking luncheons carefully…it could transform you!
Danielle
Age 51 … (okay, almost 52)
Owner of Just Say It! Danielle Deramo LLC
Contact Info To Meet Marta!
Marta Rey European and Clinical Skin Care
937.433.1388
Marta is a recipient of the prestigious CIDESCO International Diploma, has over 25 years of study, and was just indoctrinated into the 2011 Presidential Who’s Who Among Business and Professional Achievers.
Carlos Scarpero AKA "Mr. Leads" is an internet marketing consultant. who provides internet marketing, SEO, LinkedIn training and much more to business owners throughout the Dayton metro region. He can be reached at www.Mr-Leads.com.
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