Phase Three Is Pedicure Time

The finished product

New York City officially entered Phase Three of Recovery last week. The two major items were tattoos and nail salons, as indoor dining (a phrase I'd never used before last month) has been delayed indefinitely. I'm wasn't interested in a tattoo or a manicure, but I was beyond eager for a pedicure. Due to my spinal issues I'm unable to cross my right leg, which makes taking care of my right foot very difficult. I've  muddled along since March and by July it was not a pretty picture.Out of basic decency, there is no before photograph. 

The view from my pedicure chair

As with my haircut adventure in Phase Two, I did a pre-visit to scope out the procedures. There is a small back room now only used for one customer that I would prefer if there were more customers, but I chose to go when the salon opened. I was there at ten a.m. and watched the two staff members who open the salon turn on the lights and disinfect my chair. I was there with my mask, but without iced coffee (my usual pedicure treat). When I was ready to leave there were two other customers getting manicures and no one else was near me in the pedicure chairs. The door was open the entire time to improve the air circulation. 

Most of my life is still virtual, but I'm happy to have added an every other month haircut and pedicure to my schedule. I've still got a few overdue medical appointments to schedule and I've enjoyed iced coffee several times at my usual coffee and bagel shop, out of doors, of course. They've added half dozen tables in front of the store right on Broadway, and it's a surprisingly pleasant place to people watch. I had a good surprise today to chat -- at a distance -- with another regular who is a synagogue friend. I haven't seen Naomi in months and so enjoyed catching up. 

Note to self: If there's an inkling of a stay at home order on the horizon, stock up on hand sanitizer and get a pedicure. I'm hoping and praying that this won't be the case, but one thing I've learned in the last four months is to be prepared. 

As ever, thanks for visiting and take good care!