Walking in to the Glen Ivy Day Spa, I’m intrigued to see people (not just women) of all ages, sizes, colors and shapes. I’m instantly at ease and walk to a register to pay my day-fee ($25, on a Winter Discounted Tuesday). This entitles me to use of all the pools, club Mudd, the Springs and the locker room facilities.

Moving through the shopping area, I walk through the large oak doors to the outside. To the left is the cafe with lunch selections reasonably priced. A large Olympic sized pool with a few aqua aerobic participants are preparing to start. I’m on a mission to the mineral baths, which are the recommended first stop to open the pores and prep the skin for the day.

After the sulfur-scented soak, I’m already very relaxed and head to the salted roman baths to keep warm. Despite the morning sun, it is still a tad chilly. The steam rising from the bath is inviting and I settle in with a great book.