I completely forgot the appointment with my hairdresser today. What can I do to further show my

[CTyankee]

remorse?

Let me explain: I'm leaving for a trip to Europe, but have been sidelined by some very bad osteoarthritic pain...up in the night, exhausted every day from pain and advanced age. I had the appt. on my calendar.

I know it's not an excuse but the pain blotted out my brain function. Earlier I was on the phone with my pharmacy about getting more pain meds from my doc before I leave. I am now dreading this trip.

I've rescheduled with him. He's been my hairdresser for several years. His time is money. I am so ashamed of myself for forgetting.

Since he is a recovering alcoholic I can't bring him a bottle of wine. In the past I have brought him a poem and a reproduction of a couple of Renaissance cherubs. I was going to bring him a Rembrandt angel reproduction this time. I don't bake or I'd bring cookies. Maybe flowers in a little vase for his salon?