I got a haircut recently, and I’ve decided my journey with letting my natural hair color grow in is coming to an end. One more cut and I think L’Oreal #5AR will be gone. See ya’, warm medium brown. Welcome, 15 shades of gray. From this angle, people have asked me if I’m highlighting my […]
15 Shades of Gray (part 6)
I spent a week at the beach in NC with six great sister-friends, and I realized all but one were not coloring their hair. This surprised me, as my housemates and I were, within five years or so, the same age. I was impressed with Mary’s naturally curly mop. I love this do. The curls, […]
15 Shades of Gray (part 5)
I got my hair cut this week for the first time since I’ve been allowing my natural gray to grow out. If I turn my head to the left a bit, the gray is not too noticeable, but if I zoom into the mirror and check the top of my noggin – yep, there they […]
15 Shades of Gray (part 4)
I have to mow the lawn this morning, but I thought I’d procrastinate on that and write a blog post. Isn’t writing more rewarding than moving the lawn? Unless you hate to write. Then, mowing just might be your cup of tea. Here’s the new addition to my wardrobe this week. I’ve had carpal tunnel […]
15 Shades of Gray (part 3)
It’s time to face the music. Or the mirror. My fairly thick, wavy hair that I’ve always loved…is shedding its coat. It’s L’Oreal 5AR coat. And I’m discovering I have 15 shades of gray. I have to admit, it’s a bit painful. Not physically, but emotionally. A gray stranger is growing out of my head. […]
15 Shades of Gray (part 2)
Eeeek. I’m having some withdrawal symptoms this week. I’m giving up the bottle. The L’Oreal #5AR bottle. I’m talking to women everywhere for support. I got new glasses this week and spoke to the woman who helped me about her beautiful white hair. Her name is Terri. She used to dye her hair, until a […]
15 Shades of Gray (part 1)
I’ve been thinking about something for about six months – a decision that, on the surface, seems easy to make. However, because of society’s standards, I’ve wavered. On some days, I’m sure I want to make this change. On other days, it seems…well, unacceptable. Or, at least unwise. I mentioned to a friend the other […]