On tanning...

I try to steer clear of tanning beds. I know that those UV rays can cause skin damage - leading to wrinkles and skin cancer.

... that being said ...

I am one pale chica. I mean, my skin is almost iridescent. People stop me on the street and ask me if I starred in the movie "Powder". Ok not quite. But I definitely am pasty. I tried using the Jergens lotion that gives you a sunkissed glow. It wasn't a huge difference & when I ran out I just didn't buy any more and the color faded in a matter of days. With Miss Kiki's wedding coming up in about a month, I knew it was time to take action. So I went to the tanning salon right after work on Monday. You know you're pale when the consultant at the tanning salon recommends that you go 6 minutes on your first session.

I know it goes against my usual mantra during the winter months ("I'd rather be pale than wrinkly!") but this is one of those times where I must bite the bullet and tan. I mean, you're not supposed to wear white to a wedding, right?