Several weeks ago I found myself in need of a hair cut and some *a-hem* color. To, um, cover up those pesky "natural" highlights. (Wink!)
When I told Glen that I was going in for a hair cut, he asked if he could suggest something. "Say what?" I say whatted. He then suggested that I do something more with my hair. He said, "your hair doesn't match your personality" and then something sweet about how I'm fun and my hair isn't. Or some such tenderness. Now a little background here, people. Glen RARELY says anything about my hair. He's terrific with the compliments but he pretty much sticks with the "if Momma's happy, then I'm happy" philosophy when it comes to hairstyles. So when he made this suggestion, I took it as the sweet compliment it was and decided to heed his advice. Thanks, pal.
So when I went in to see my wonderful hair stylist, Ashley, this past Monday, I told him to make me look like I'm having fun. And cute too! :-)
Here's the "before" taken on Monday before I left for Ashley's...
(picture taken in the bathroom at work LOL!)
Then the "after," taken Wednesday evening...
I stuck with the same color and subtle hightlights but it's all layered! I've given in to my hair's curly nature! Go forth and curl, ye! And I have bangs! Bangs. I haven't had bangs in .... 20 years?
The evening of my haircut and yesterday my hair went through that, "I thought we were friends!" phase and revolted. Big, furry, fuzzy, and then flat! But after this morning's wash and NO blow dryer (oh man does my hair hate to be blow dryed!), it settled down and is now resting comfortably. :-)
Ashley said to be prepared to get carded next time I go out for a drink! LOL!
Yeah, don't worry...he got a good tip.
Ohhh Michelle, I love, love, love the new do!! If I am recalling correctly, you have always had long hair, or at least to your shoulders (if not beyond). This looks sooo good on you, but then again, how could it not?? It's got that beautiful face to frame! I'm thinking Ashley was right....you better keep the ID handy with this do!! I've also noticed something else....you and Miranda now look more like sisters than mother and daughter! Love you.
Posted by: simone | July 10, 2008 at 04:29 PM
I hope you get this message, Michelle - since I don't have a typepad account. I'm on blogspot. If this post gets rejected, I will e-mail you directly. However, I digress. Your hair is AMAZING. And, I can see the little, sweet imp peering out at me - the same one that shows you about six (?) years old.
Ilene Harris
Posted by: Ilene Harris | July 10, 2008 at 04:51 PM
All Hail Ashley!
She worked her magic on you!!
Now THAT is fun hair!!!You look like you could get into some serious trouble (cough cough) 'FUN' there girlfriend!
Love it! Love it! Love it!
Posted by: Stephanie T. | July 10, 2008 at 07:31 PM
You look MA-VALOUS darling!
Posted by: Cassondra W. | July 10, 2008 at 07:46 PM
He he he...you all are making me blush...(such sweetness!) Thank you! Hugs and a great big mmmmwwwaaahhh! :-)
Posted by: m i c h e l l e | July 10, 2008 at 08:36 PM
Wunderbar! Excellent style for you. I'll just bet that you feel ever so 16 :)
Posted by: Lilli | July 10, 2008 at 09:23 PM
Great hairdo!! You look very cute and with it (is that a dated phrase?)
Posted by: Gwen Delmore | July 10, 2008 at 09:34 PM
You look darling! Way to go bad girl!! You are all set for Ashland now. Hope you won't give up the flip flops!
Hugs, Kim
Posted by: Kim Caldwell | July 10, 2008 at 09:56 PM
I thought I come out of my hiding and comment on your BEAUTIFUL hairstyle. OMG, I totally adore this NEW DO of yours!!!!!! Wow, oh wow!! I am not kidding you---YOU look GORGEOUS! Love Malou
Posted by: Malou | July 10, 2008 at 10:02 PM
Damn, Mama looks GOOD!
Of all the times to be "on assignment" in Idaho; this will be a very long two weeks. Gotta get home to see my hot young bride!
Glen
Posted by: Glen the Husband | July 10, 2008 at 10:18 PM