No, Halloween has not come early to Sleepy Hollow. No, he's not the latest recruit to the Cryps (I think they wear blue, right?) And no, he's not considering a career change to old-timey bank robber.
This is Michael upon his return from the dermatology clinic on Tuesday, where he underwent a "PDT" session. Essentially, under controlled circumstances, they gave him a 6000th degree sunburn all over his face. He is now under strict instructions to stay inside and out of the sun for 2 days (and had to Burka-fy upon departure from the clinic). Over the next week, his face will systematically, mottle, blister, scab, then peel off, all to reveal brand new, healthier (pre-cancerous free) skin.
24 hours after the treatment (which he said hurt like hell for the first 8 of the 20 minute session, after sitting for 3 hours with pre-treatment goop on his face), here's how he's looking:
And no, this isn't a result of living in Maui and suddenly having sun damage to his skin. This situation is the result of scads of years worth of unprotected face-in-the-sun coming home to roost. Moral of the story: Sunscreen Sunscreen Sunscreen!
Will share additional pics of the molting process as it progresses. I'm thinking, based on how he looks in person, the nose & cheeks will be the first to go. Stay tuned!
Can't wait to see the new and improved face of Michael Sparks. I actually like the burka look for him, but oh well. . .Things are gearing up for election night on Eastside Circle. Wish you were here. We are hub central this time around. Wish you were here for the count down. No rain here yet, but hope springs eternal. Hank get a pace maker on Thursday. The saga continues. . . . Hugs to all.
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