For most people, a trip to the hairdresser is a time of experimentation, creativity, and fun. However, in my case, I have had the same long hair, no layers, no color, and simple cut for most of my life. The truth is, the last time I had short hair was when I was a child, and the idea of cutting it is a bigger deal than most may think.
The trauma all began when I was 9 years old. I can vividly remember my mom cutting my hair the day before my school picture, assuring me it would look amazing! Naively believing her reassuring words I never would have expected looking like a chia pet with monstrously crazy bangs. (above photo)
To be fair, the cut looked rather okay when my hair was wet, but seeing as I have very thick wavy hair, it dried in a horror poof, and transformed into a uneven bob, accompanied by an equally crazy bang.
Why cut my hair now? The answer is simple, " Locks of Love". It is a non profit organization that provides children suffering from medical hair loss, with wigs created by real human hair. Although, I am left rather terrified of the "day after haircut remorse", I am left comforted by the fact that the loss of 11 inches of my hair will find its way on a child who needs it more than me.
Stay tuned to tomorrows post featuring a step by step guide on how you can also donate your hair to Locks of Love!
xo,
maya
Great post and very inspiring. This is a sweet (and selfless) way to give to those who need it the most.
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Maya
So amazing what you did! You look amazing. I was going to do this last year, but Idye my hair and they don't accept dye hair :(
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Pili
Records of my Troubles
Hi Pili,
ReplyDeleteThank you for your sweet words. It feels very strange to have such short hair but it does feel good to do something for someone else, for a change. Take care.
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maya