"Thank you for this," I tell Lexi as she puts the finishing touches on my makeup. She got up early to help me, and I'm grateful she agreed.

I normally don't wear anything but mascara and some lip gloss unless we're going out, but I needed this today. I slept like crap last night and tossed and turned until the sun came up. The dark circles under my eyes need to be hidden, and Lexi is the best.

"No thanks needed. I love when you let me do your makeup." She gives me a reassuring smile. "Plus, ...