THANK YOU! Military Fallen, THANK YOU!

May26

“We do not know one promise these men(and women) made, one pledge they gave, one word they spoke; but we do know they summed up and perfected, by one supreme act, the highest virtues of men(and women) and citizens. For love of country they accepted death, and thus resolved all doubts, and made immortal their patriotism and their virtue.”

– James A. Garfield
May 30, 1868 Arlington National Cemetery
 
 
Black Union Soldiers
 
Memorial Day, as Decoration Day gradually came to be known, originally honored only those lost while fighting in the Civil War.  But during World War I,  the United States found itself embroiled in another major conflict, and the holiday evolved to commemorate American military personnel who died in all wars.  For decades, Memorial Day continued to be observed on May 30, the date Logan had selected for the first Decoration Day.  Except for the south:

  • Mississippi: Last Monday in April
  • Alabama: Fourth Monday in April
  • Georgia: April 26
  • North Carolina: May 10
  • South Carolina: May 10
  • Louisiana: June 3
  • Tennessee (Confederate Decoration Day): June 3
  • Texas (Confederate Heroes Day): January 19
  • Virginia: Last Monday in May

But in 1968 Congress passed the Uniform Monday Holiday Act, which established Memorial Day as the last Monday in May in order to create a three-day weekend for federal employees; the change went into effect in 1971. The same law also declared Memorial Day a federal holiday.

 

Black WWII Soldiers

AGAIN, THANK YOU

 

“I don’t feel that I need a pedicure.” WHAT!?

May20

When and how often should one get a pedicure?  Some people feel that summer is the best time to get a pedicure.  They think because the feet are out and therefore the feet need to look good.  Actually, winter is the most important time to get a pedicure.  The feet are taken through steep temperature changes during the course of a day.  Also, during these temp changes,  the feet are placed in tight, sweaty shoes, socks and/or boots.  The weather is not conducive for pretty feet during the cold months of winter.   The feet may go from dry to wet several times during a day.  All of these changes cause drying of the skin.  Cold winter floors further pull the much-needed moisture from the feet.  Here is an example of putting off  much-needed foot care.

"I feel I might need a pedi."

“I feel I might need a pedi.”

 

After assessment of the feet, a thorough pedicure was performed with special care and attention given to the reduction of thicken nails and overgrown cuticles, also the hard and misshapen calluses were reduced and smoothed.  Dew Drop Crystals were applied to exfoliate and lighten the skin.   Finally, a light massage was given to increase circulation.

"Tote me to my car, cause I don't w to walk on my new feets."

“Tote me to my car, cause I don’t want to walk on my new feets.”

 

This  is the season for looking and feeling your best.  Get those tootsies looking their best , starting this Memorial Day weekend!

 

 

Think2Day:  Do you value yourself by what you do or by what you are?  You do have a choice.  Whose opinion count any?

Pedicure Season

May13

Spring is here!  And we want to show off our toes with beautiful colors that compliment our skin tones.  Even men get in on the act of showing off their feet and toes.  But just like some men, some women, shouldn’t show off their feet without first getting a proper pedicure.

 

WHAT IS A PEDICURE?

Pedicure is derived from the Latin words pedis, which means “of the foot”, and cura, which means “care”.  It can be the second best thing you will ever feel.  This is a typical Dew Drop Nails pedicure:  feet are soaked in warm water and aromatic foot softening flakes.  Calluses are discussed, reduced and smoothed.  Toenails are shaped, smoothed and reduced, if needed.  A cuticle softener is applied then feet are placed back into the warm water.  Unwanted cuticle is removed using a nipper.  Nails are then buffed smooth removing ridges, stains and/or imperfections.  Dew Drop Nails exfoliating crystals are applied to feet, ankles and lower legs.   Light leg and foot massage follows using Dew Drops Shea Butter Creme.  Finally, color of your choice is applied to the toenails.

 

Josphine Baker getting a pedi

Josephine Baker 1950’s getting a pedicure

HISTORY

People have been pedicuring their nails for more than 4,000 years.  In southern Babylonia, noblemen used solid gold tools to give themselves manicures and pedicures.  The use of fingernail polish can be traced back even further.  Originating in China in 3000 BC, nail color indicated one’s social status, according to a Ming Dynasty manuscript; royal fingernails were painted black and red.   Ancient Egyptians have been manicuring all the way back to 2300 BC.

A depiction of early manicures and pedicures was found on a carving from a pharaoh’s tomb, and the Egyptians were known for paying special attention to their feet and legs.  The Egyptians also colored their nails, using red to show the highest social class.   It is said that Cleopatra’s nails were painted a deep red, whereas Queen Nefertiti went with a flashier ruby shade.   In ancient Egypt and Rome, military commanders also painted their nails to match their lips before they went off to battle.

 

BENEFITS

You will feel warm, relaxed and maybe in need a little nap after experiencing  the above pampering pedicure at Dew Drop Nails, where natural nail-care is the specialty.  Because I’m in the beauty industry, concentration in nail technology of hands and feet and their beautification, I believe the benefits of a pedicure is unparalleled.  Not only will it rejuvenate and beautify but improve circulation and appearance of the skin of the legs and feet.  A pedicure can be quite relaxing if done in a calm, private atmosphere.  Lastly, there will be an overall feeling of well-being.

 

Think About It:  Schedule your pedicure today!