New Do

Today I got a much needed, overdue haircut. I'm sure you were thinking the same thing if you saw the pictures I posted recently. I have used the same stylist since I was 16. She moved to a nearby town, and I decided to make the drive (about 40 minutes) to keep her cutting my hair. Well, I missed my last appointment because she had the wrong date/day written on my card. Then, she couldn't get me in until about four more weeks. Well, this head of hair could not wait. I went to a new stylist today. She came recommended by my aunt, sister and cousin. She was a lot of fun. Plus, she was half the driving time, which with gas prices, is wonderful.

Now, I knew my hair was a mess. This is the deal. I have naturally curly, abnormally thick, coarse hair. I have a hard time knowing what in the world to do with it. Gina, my new stylist, gently referred to it as a "hot mess." Ha! The stylist I had before evidently (with good intentions I'm sure) texturized it and thinned it too much and adding that I use a Chi flattening iron every day, it was literally a "hot mess." Gina suggested we cut it pretty short in the back and angle it to the front. I wasn't so sure about it, but she thought it would be cute and convinced me we really needed to do this so the hair that had been thinned underneath could have a chance to grow. Plus, she said it would look healthier. I am not a risk taker, but today I felt brave and went for it. I didn't take a before picture. I never thought I would go this short! The front is not that different, it's mainly the back, and I think it might look a little better tucked behind my ears. Oh, I don't know! Here are some afters. I have NEVER had hair this short. I kind of like it, but I'm sure when it grows out a little I'll do something else. I'm thinking about even embracing the curls again. We'll see. Ugh, the whole hair issue wears me out!

I had to mention she used a "Croc" (it looks like a crocodile because of the little moisture vents on the sides), not a Chi. She said this flattening iron was much better for my hair than the Chi because it allows steam when your hair is a bit damp. It reduces frizz, split ends, and retains natural moisture, which I need because my hair can be dry, frizzy, and all split. I have been the first to sing the praises of the Chi iron. Besides capri pants (remember 5'11"), the Chi iron was the best thing that ever happened to me. However, I have to admit I was impressed with this Croc and will give it a go after my Chi kicks it.

Okay, I am done boring you to death. If you weren't sleepy before, you probably are now. Ha! Have a great weekend. We have big plans that I'm excited about. I'll share more later.

Night night.