Suntans & Pasty People

I have blogged multiple times about being in a wedding in October. Well, October is an awkward month. It is a beautiful month, fall colors, cooler weather, and Kylene's wedding. However, how does one dress? I am in the process of figuring out outfits for all the events and I am not sure what dictates appropriate dress for a classy function in October. I can always wear something and throw a shrug over it, but I am trying to be the "hot mama" that I am. :)

All clothing aside, last night I decided I would take it upon myself to try and spray tan. I have been to one of those intimidating beds that sucks the life out of you with its cold, intense spray and I left there splotchy as well as emotionally and mentally scarred. So, I told Wes I was going to do it myself. I have never really been bothered by my pasty skin, but apparently Wes has. When we met I was super tan (and skinny) and I have morphed into this super pasty (and not so skinny) person. He still loves me - just reminds me of my tanner days.

So, this experiment was not only to make Wes happy but also to see if I could make myself not look like Casper for the wedding. Last night I took a shower and went to my "well ventilated area" and started spraying. I had a lot of reservations - I know it sticks to knees more because of the dry skin and I know it can be thicker in the areas where you start spraying, so I put a lot of thought into my spraying process.

We went to sleep and I should have woken up super bronze - even and tan. I only sprayed my legs because I don't want to screw up where I cannot cover up. Well, I went to bed dreaming of my new tan and woke up to the reality of my legs.

Clearly I have a lot to learn about the ankle area and the knee area, but minus those GLARING mistakes, I am overall pleased with the color. If I can master the technique I will be doing well; however, I am just glad that the wedding is not about me at all and it is still over a month away!