I’ve been craving some change lately so last week I went for a haircut, hoping to get a new “do” with a little more polish or pizzaz. Although I had this goal in mind, I didn’t intend to go short, exactly. However, when I first arrived at the salon and found out that I had enough ponytail length to donate to Locks of Love, I couldn’t pass up on this opportunity just because I didn’t want to lose a couple of extra inches. It wasn’t very easy letting go of 10 inches of hair, which by the way took me three years to grow, but my nervousness was eased when I thought about how much more this hair would mean to someone else. Since I was looking for a change anyway, deciding to cut it all off wasn’t purely motivated by unselfish thoughts. I think that very often, when we do something that benefits others we are in turn doing something for ourselves (it feels great knowing that we’ve made a positive difference.)
With shorter hair I feel lighter and more energetic. Plus, this new style is easier to maintain and I’m saving money too by not having to buy expensive hair conditioners. If you’ve been thinking about going lighter and would like to donate your hair, please visit Locks of Love (requires 10 inches) or Pantene (requires 8 inches).
BTW, last weekend while at the beach I unexpectedly felt the breeze blowing on the back of my neck again. Ah…the simple pleasures…they are free, yet priceless!
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You look great; I love it! Funny, I am going to ask my daughter who wants to be a Cosmetologist, to help me find a photo. I am going to go get my hair cut tomorrow. I am no Samson, but I also feel a shift when I change it up, a new start type of thing. It is getting so hot n’ humid, where I live. I need a summer do! I am meeting a friend for coffee, need to shop and thought I would squeeze it in. My family suggested bangs…not sure about that. I love that you donated to Locks of Love. My daughter did that last time, she went and had a bob.
I think it does make you feel lighter and gives you a bounce in your step!
Enjoy that breeze~
June 2nd, 2010
hi becky. it turned out very very nice. it’s weird. i just returned from getting a haircut myself. not 10 inches, but it sure does save time in the morning from having to blow dry longer hair. have a wonderful day my dear online friend.
June 2nd, 2010
Except on very special occasions I’ve been skipping the blow-drying step for years. Wash and go works best for me (this way I get to use the extra time in my studio.)
June 2nd, 2010
Looks great and it’s terrific that you donated your Locks to Locks of Love. What a great idea.
June 2nd, 2010
Your new do looks great! Some of us would “kill” to have your hair! I’m afraid I can’t get away with the wash and let dry method. My hair is so fine I must put lots of product in it and blow dry it for body. But I’m not complaining – it’s short so it doesn’t take long to do. That was a nice thing you did donating your locks. Someone will be so happy…….
June 3rd, 2010
Well, it looks great! It’s funny….I think my hair is really LONG compared to usual and I think it might be about the same length as your new cut! LOL! I had mine short and spiky for a long time and decided to grow it out. BOY IS THAT A PAIN! And what’s worse? I know me. I will chop it all off again, in time! HA!
June 3rd, 2010
Becky, thanks for stopping by, I am loving my shoes too!
You look beautiful, I love the way your new cut frames your face and it’s wonderful that you can share such a gift! I need to stop by your blog more often, there is so much goodness here! I added your blog to the sidebar on mine so I can keep up with your new posts, I hope that’s ok.
Happy Day to you!
♥Jenny
June 3rd, 2010
Just look at your cute self! And how wonderful that you were able to donate your pony tail to Locks of Love…That is a great organization!
xo
jeanne
June 3rd, 2010
Hi Becky,
I am coming your way via my dear, dear friend Chrissy!!
i am so happy i stopped in to read about your “Locks of Love” experience…i couldn’t agree more “when we are doing something that benefits others we are in turn doing something for ourselves”…so true!
i often feel like i get sooooo much more when i give!! funny how that works, huh?!?!
love your sweet picture and your hair looks great!! perfect for summer time and feeling that breeze on your neck!!
happy friday
xoxox
k
June 4th, 2010
So kind to donate! see, you’re speading smiles everywhere! I’ll be grinning ear to ear when I dig out from under all the boxes! Have a happy day! Doreen
June 4th, 2010
Becky I think your new hairdo is wonderful, and what a wonderful thing to do! A new haircut is just what I’m in need of too lately, lol.
June 11th, 2010
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