After about 2 years of growing my hair out, the day finally arrived. I've been rather impatiently growing it out to donate for Pantene's program, Beautiful Lengths, which is similar to Locks of Love, though the hair they get is primarily made into wigs donated to women who are chemo patients. With my Mom's cancer struggle last year, this was a cause dear to my heart.
So, today at noon, I went in to get Annette (the girl who cuts it) to look at it, and she said she thought it was time, so we went for it! She teased that if I was much further along in my pregnancy she'd be worried I was just hormonal and ready for something drastic, but we've talked about this for months now, and she knew I was serious. She said that she thought it's thick and healthy enough that they could use mine for 3 wigs. :-) So, 8-9" worth of my hair will soon be on its way to Pantene. Thanks to my Mom for encouraging me to do this, and for my sweet kids and hubby who cheered and took pictures while I sat there, not quite as brave as I wanted to be. We all like the new 'do. It's short, and is curlier than ever, but feels so great, just in time for summer!
Growing up, I often said "I wished I had a corner," meaning I wanted a little hideaway where I could get alone and just BE. It got to be kind of a joke in the family, but they understood what I meant - a spot just for me; to read, journal, garden, enjoy music, meditate on life, or pray. The "corner" I longed for wasn't even an actual place, but more, the opportunity to do those things I love. So, welcome and see what is going on in our family's corner!
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7 comments:
I looks great!! That is such a great idea. My hair would be so useless...if it gets too much longer than my shoulders it just gets crazy unhealthy. Yours looks so pretty and it was a sweet little sacrifice because if my hair looked like that I would not want to cut it.
Your new do looks so cute! Your thoughtfulness never ceases to amaze me Jennifer! That is so you!
I can't believe it is that short. I know it was time, but I loved your long hair. It is a beautiful brown color.
You have inspired Carlie. Hers is so long now, she is going to wait until next summer after senior portraits to cut it.
I wish I could do it, but I can't because I color my hair.
I will have to live vicariously through you and Carlie!
So proud to know you, friend. Your hair looks great long and shorter.
My heart almost hurts that it is time to cut it. How funny that I have gotten attached to your hair. It does look amazing short. I think that with the hot summer and pregnancy you will love having it short!
Thank you for blessing others with what God has blessed you with. You are very generous.
Adorable! I love it-you are beautiful no matter what. Cute curls like Abby Rose:)!
Love you
WOW! It looks precious! And curly too. I bet Abi is so excited that you look even more alike now. I'm so glad you could do this in honor of your mom! Can't wait to see you in person.
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