The Ponytail Came Off

Being a redhead, my most distinctive feature is my hair. Duh. My red hair is often attributed as my “best” feature by many people.

However, my Sweetie will argue and say my best feature is my smile. (sigh) No wonder why I fell in love with the man.

When I originally heard of Locks of Love six years ago, I knew right away that I wanted to donate my hair. The first time I did it was a shock for me and everyone I knew. No one was used to me with short hair. And I wasn’t used to feeling the wind on my neck.

This past weekend I donated my hair for the third time. It takes me about three years (with regular trims) to grow my hair the minimum 10 inches. My hairdresser, David, winces in pain every time I tell him that the ponytail is coming off. I have to tell him in advance so he can mentally prepare.

This most recent time he tried to talk me out of it.

David: I know it’s all altruistic of you and all… but… well… it’s just that you have such great hair.

Me: Yes, thank you. But that’s exactly why I’m donating it.

David: But it’s your hair!

Me: David. It’s only hair. It will grow back.

David: Yes, I know. But…

Me: My hair grows. I’m giving it to a child who can’t grow hair.

David: Okay.

The Photos

Before



After

Kinda has a slimming effect on the face, doesn't it?

the Back

Well, for not being happy about cutting my hair off, David certainly was pleased with the end result. I am too! I believe this is the best short hair cut that I’ve had so far.

To answer the two most popular questions…

1. Styling is very easy. I simply blow my hair dry with a round brush.

2. I donate my hair in the wintertime so it grows enough that I can pull it up by summer and get it off my face. As for feeling the wind on my neck, that’s why I have scarves!