My granddaughter, age 7, found a fun book at the library, Fancy Nancy Ooh La La! It’s Beauty Day, and checked it out. She wanted to create a spa from the descriptions in the book, so I helped her out.
Grandpa was busy cutting down a vine from our son’s garage. I thought, the vine might be fun to use to create a soothing, nature themed spa, located in the outdoor space tucked in to their play set. It worked well to drape the vines.
My granddaughter set up a table and supplied it with the suggested items in the book: nail polish, nail clippers, q-tips, hair brush, towels, lotion, books (instead of fashion magazines). She brought out a bowl of warm water, for the foot-bath.
I made the sign for A & L Spa and pinned it to the entrance.
We brought out a stool, for the client, and a chair for the assistant…her younger brother. Our granddaughter was the director. We cut hydrangea flowers to scatter on the floor, and I used my cell phone to play relaxing music.
Voila! A & L Spa was ready for business, and I was the first client.
My fingernails were the first item on the agenda (my toes already had polish). I chose purple nail polish, from three different color options. I liked it!
Next, my granddaughter brushed my hair as my feet soaked in the warm foot-bath. Then her assistant, our grandson, rubbed lotion on my feet…all the while enjoying the music and each other.
It was the best spa experience ever.
After Mom arrived home, she was also treated to a very special spa date too.
Oh, Valerie, that is absolutely darling! What a delightful experience for those kids, and a charming memory! You are the best grandma!!!
I hope they remember that grandma could be fun…;-)
I had a nice time.
Your creativity and awesomeness as a grandmother have been highlighted in this story. A person can sense how excited your grandchildren are during their ‘spa day’!
Creating the spa space was as much fun as having the spa.
Oh, Valerie, what a loving and wonderful activity inspired by a book. I read the relaxation, the joy, in your words. And that Mom was treated to the same luxury upon arriving home is such a blessing. Love this story of how A & L spa came to be.
Thank you Audrey.
It was a great activity that required some time, but the kids remained interested.
Oh my goodness- Book me an appointment!
Would love to! 😉
Me too!
Would love to book you an appointment, Sue. 😉
Very cool!
Thanks!
Oh Valerie, this is so very fun! You are indeed a fun grandma!
Thanks Diane. It was fun.