Saturday, July 11, 2009

Liquid Vicodin

That is the scent I always choose at " The Bath Junkie" in Asheville, NC. For those of you who don't know, it is a place where you choose your base (lotion, bath gel, bath salts, scrubs ect) and then choose a scent and color to customize bath products. Lots of fun. Liquid Vicodin is a relaxing scent. I always say that a good warm bath is as good as any pill for anxiety. After two weeks out of the office (although not totally out of touch with the office and clients), I was thinking about all of the things we can do to relax, unwind, and connect with peace without chemicals. And for purposes of this exercise I am going to count a good wine out too. Following is my list. I invite you to try it and share your best ideas for moments of relaxation and joy.

Warm bath with great scented salts. I love Ginger Bath Creme from Origins too.
Candles...scented of course
Moonlight
My favorite music played very loudly
Clay's smile and hug
Love
Fireworks
Ocean waves and the beach during a rain.
Fresh cut flowers
Russell Stover Jelly Beans
Todd's touch
Mountain streams
Time with great friends
Coffee with the morning paper
CBS on Sunday Morning
Stephanie laughing with her friends
A good pedicure

Do something each day, friends. Even during the hardest days.

(As a disclaimer, I am not taking a position on medically necessary treatment that involves prescriptions.)