I think if you ask most mothers what they would really like for mother’s day, it would be some time to themselves. “Me-time” is a coveted thing for moms who spend their days at the beck and call of little humans and their nights trying to catch a bit of sleep in between cries. Time out is great: pampering at a spa is even better. I have to hand it to the team at McDonalds who came up with the idea to spoil us. This was such a relaxing, releasing and enjoyable experience for me.
This event was held at the Life Day Spa in Rosebank. A beautiful location; with soft music and water features adding to the relaxation effect.
We were met with tea and muffins. I could not resist those McDonald’s muffins. (See how my diet is going downhill because of muffins…). Telma Tsironis, the marketing manager of McDonalds told us some interesting things that are in the pipeline. They are going to have reading corners and even use books with the happy meal instead of a toy. Great idea… They are also having an open door day and I will post more on that when I go.
After that we were matched up with our beauty therapist. I hit the jackpot with Lemees. I have had quite a few bad experiences with massage therapists, where they don’t listen when you tell them where you need work and just continue with their set massage. This lady not only listened, she concentrated on my shoulders and even used the hot stones. I did not even feel any abrasion with the stones, they were so smooth. She really worked that area.
It turns out I have a real problem with my shoulders. She said they were in spasm. The day before I pushed Nicky’s big pink car (see video here) around the front yard twenty times, so I’m sure that did not help! (It needs fixing). I also have strain from holding Nicky and also being hunched over the computer. She thinks I need a chiropractor. But I have to say I feel much more relaxed and loose about my shoulders. The massage was just wonderful.
We then went downstairs to get a manicure and pedicure. I don’t normally do a manicure, what with washing dishes and such, but it really made me feel pretty. I’m hoping the pedicure will last longer. I went for a light pink on my hands and a deep purple on my feet.
After all this spoiling we had some food (I had a wrap and strawberry frappe). It was a delicious end to the day.
We even got some nice goodies to take home, including the very comfortable slippers. Massage oil and soap will continue the pampering. My family will appreciate the voucher. That will be this weekend’s treat!
I only looked at my phone during the manicure after ignoring all emails all day, which, for me, is also a form of relaxation.
I went home in such a softer frame of mind.
So thank you, McDonalds for a fabulous mom’s day off! I really appreciated it.
Great spoil! Glad you enjoyed it!
What a well deserved, great spoil! Very jealous – I love a good hot stone massage
Lucky you! I had the best massage of my life at the same spa, I just wish I had the budget for return trips!
Sounds great – you deserve it!
Sounds divine!!!!