I was speaking at a WITI conference this weekend on professional development. One of my fellow panelists make remark about how NPR had said that estimates for unemployed people in this country was around 1.4 million and then cracked "that's a lot of new blogs." I nervously laughed. Ummm. I DID get laid off in July. And I DID just start this blog. I know I'm a little behind the times but am I really that predictable? Well, I'm not trying to do anything innovative. I'm just enjoying a creative outlet.
After 3 1/2 years with my stylist, affectionately known as the Hair Nazi, I've decided to make a break for it. You see, we call him the Hair Nazi because he likes to have his way with your hair. You wouldn't tell a doctor how to care for you, would you? Why would you tell a hair professional what to do with your hair? That's HIS job. He picks the color. He picks the length. He picks the cut. You have a little say-so but he still holds veto power. So what would make me subject myself to this sort of abuse? He's good. Very good. My favorite story of his is how a woman came in after the holidays and desperately needed help fixing her daughter's pink hair. It was supposed to be temporary but 4 salons later she found out otherwise. So the Hair Nazi spent hours and ultimately restored her lush blond locks. His response to the mother's shock and awe? "Only two people can do this. Me and Jesus."


In fact, I got so confident that I thought I could cut my own hair too! (See my inspiration below. Hmmm, come to think of it, maybe now I understand the problem.)
Ladies, if you aren't married, don't try this at home. You still have to hang onto your good looks. As for me? It's not horrible and probably unnoticeable to the untrained eye. But the lesson learned is that hair grows back and some things are worth paying for, even when you're unemployed.
Fadra - I loved this! It was just the laugh I needed this afternoon. Are you going to go back to the Hair Nazi? I hope we can get together again soon - I want to check out your self-done-do. :)
ReplyDeleteLike I said, I doubt you'll notice the difference. But I get such a thrill out of saving money!
ReplyDeleteYou are much braver than me...I have wanted to try coloring my hair myself...one of the things I gave up as a stay at home mom, but have not had the courage to do it!
ReplyDeleteFadra: It's so much fun to read your blog. I will call L'Oreal help line for my hair color too. Only a genius can do a good haircut. I am watching all kinds of videos for hair cut tips. Another way to save money is to cut other family member's hair. :)
ReplyDeleteYingji - not only have I tried cutting my hair but I also frequently cut the hair of my husband, my son, my dogs... I have to admit - they look better than I do. My husband has offered to do mine but unless I want a buzzcut, I'll say no.
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