I spent part of yesterday reading a book titled “Organic Body Care Recipes: 175 Homemade Herbal Formulas for Glowing Skin and a Vibrant Self” (Storey Publishing, 2007). Although I’ve only read a couple of chapters, I was moved this morning to employ some of the author’s suggestions (e.g., gentle all-over body brushing before the shower, invigorating scalp massage during shower, dabbing on alcohol-free toner after shower). All the while I imagined my skin as soft as a baby’s, my hair shining, and my face aglow with clean healthy skin.

I feel much better about my curves when I’m pampering myself in these delicious ways. I simply feel more feminine when I’m doted on, even if it’s me doing the doting.