I went to the spa on Wednesday & got a peel. It's the first peel I've had in a couple years & it was a strong one. I went in intending to get the "medium" strength one she recommended last time I was there for a microderm. When I got there, however, she talked me into getting the strong one. I'm sure it had NOTHING to do with the price difference. Anyway... she told me my face would start to peel in about 36-48 hours (then peel for a few days after that) and she was right on. I woke up this morning with a chin that had huge pieces of skin coming off. (And that's only my chin so far, the rest of my face is still coming). I was planning to attend my class at the Y this morning, but opted to stay home & run 4 miles on the treadmill + do some reps with my hand weights instead. Didn't want to scare any young children or unsuspecting adults. I did tell Bob that I probably needed someone to follow me around with the vacuum this weekend, as I was going to be leaving my old face everywhere. Gross, I know. LOL
Anyway, as long as I'm stuck hiding in the house this weekend, I thought maybe I should tackle one of the projects looming over my head since this summer... my Austria mini book. I want to keep it very simple, as I really do want to use most of the photos I took on our trip and I'd like to accomodate the journaling as well. Plus... I've been putting this off for a reason. I don't want a project that's going to take me forever to complete. I want fast + simple. I think I've settled on an 8x8 format & I'm using the Wander line from Basic Grey that's been collecting dust on my table since I purchased it this summer...
I know. I didn't get very far, did I? And here's a little bit of trivia for you... I made the cover a couple months ago. It was the FIRST dimensional embellishment I made that started my new obsession.
So, at dinner tonight Bob says to me, "I think we need to go out & have a nice dinner tomorrow night." I just stared at him. Apparently he forgot about the fact that I was looking like a freak this weekend. If I didn't go to the Y today, I sure as hell am not going out to a nice restaurant. Unless, of course, he wants me to wear a football helmet to conceal the evidence.
Can you say "carry-out?"
*LOL* I had no idea about those peels. eeeek! I think I would freak out! eeek! But your mini book looks lovely. I always love your photos!
Posted by: Laura | November 20, 2010 at 03:57 AM
I am sitting here laughing!!!! Even with your face peeling, you are still beautiful - but did you take any pix of yourself? This could make a very "interesting" layout - and speaking of, love the start of your Austria album - great paper choice - I look forward to seeing more of it! Have a great weekend!
Posted by: Chris Aiton | November 20, 2010 at 04:41 AM
Haven't done one of those peels yet and after reading your story don't think I will. Can't wait to see the finished album. I'm sure it will turn out great.
Posted by: lilith | November 20, 2010 at 04:56 AM
haha...this post is hilarious! i'm sorry your face is peeling, but it'll be all nice and smooth and pretty once that process is over!
im excited to see how the mini album turns out!
Posted by: kat | November 20, 2010 at 08:15 AM
a peel... haven't done one in a couple years... I'm due... thanks for the reminder... enjoy your time at home!!!
{{hugs}} Michelle
Posted by: Michelle | November 20, 2010 at 10:38 AM
Thanks for the enlightenment, I had no idea that was what they meant by a "peel" LOL. I thought they put the mask on, and they peel the mask off, that's it!! Well, good thing you are working on the minialbum then!!! :)
Posted by: Jing-Jing Nickel | November 20, 2010 at 12:08 PM
ROFL. I've never done something like that...
Looks like the album is coming together nicely! ^_^
Posted by: {leah} | November 20, 2010 at 02:41 PM
At least you're making great use of your time. And the whole situation made for a great post title. :)
Posted by: Bekka | November 21, 2010 at 12:20 AM
This cracks me up . . . thinking of you walking around with skin peeling off of your face! I think I would be in hiding, too. It must feel good though.
Have fun making your mini. I have one that I've been putting off, too. Maybe I'll tackle it tomorrow . . . or maybe not :)
Posted by: MelanieJ | November 21, 2010 at 12:37 AM
If only you could peel without the actual peeling part, right?! I hope your face is smooth and radiant by now. Good luck on the Austria book!
Posted by: Antonia Krajicek | November 21, 2010 at 06:27 PM
You're hilarious.
Posted by: erinrwillis | November 22, 2010 at 08:22 AM
Hope you look better by now!!! Never did that, but it sound sa little scary!! Love the start of your Austriabook!!!
Posted by: Hanneke | November 24, 2010 at 04:13 AM