For various reasons, I have not had my hair cut for over six months.
I had a great cut in June but I had to drive about forty-five minutes to get to the salon I used and I just could never get my act together to put the kids in day care to do that again.
I also wanted to grow my hair out some, so it just wasn’t a high priority.
But with Keith coming home soon, (I wonder how many posts I can work that into over the next week??) I wanted to get a fresh cut.
I am always so nervous going to a new salon. I have natural curly hair, but it has to be layered just right for the curls to be enhanced. I have learned through experience that there aren’t many stylists that know how to do this. But, I hit the jackpot today!!!
I went to Claudia Jung salon in Birkenfeld, which is only about a twenty minute drive. The stylist, Valentina, knew exactly what I wanted done. She layered my hair and cut out a lot of the bulk on the sides, but still left the back long.
It’s not a huge change, but it sure feels a lot better!
She also knew exactly how to blow it using a diffuser. Again, there aren’t many that know how to do this. And she used the coolest curling iron I’ve ever seen to put little spiral ringlet curls around on the top layer. This curling iron didn’t have a clip, so she just wrapped the hair around the barrel. And the curls turned out wonderful!
When I came home this afternoon, I started searching for a curling iron like the one Valentina used and I found one for a great deal on Amazon. I found a professional grade curling iron on sale for $31 from $145….how cool is that??!!!!!
Sometimes, it is hard for moms to make their selves, their own appearance and upkeep a priority. But I also believe that it is important for us to take steps to do this for our own confidence for our husbands. There is no need to let ourselves “go” after we become wives and mothers.
So, for my tackle this week, I made an appointment and went out to treat myself to a nice haircut. I’m so glad I did.
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Nancy M. says
Your hair looks awesome! It’s great you were able to find someone so much closer to cut it and good deal on the curling iron. It’s okay if you mention your hubby coming home soon. I know you are excited, I can’t blame you!
Faith - That's Just Freaking Lovely says
Looks good .. You got a great deal on the curling iron! I know what you mean about making yourself a priority .. it’s something I’m trying to do a little bit of too!
Christy says
Great hair! I haven’t had mine cut since July either…now you have inspired me!
Stephanie says
Please just let me say “WOW!” You look great! I am so happy for you that you found someone close who could do what you like. It really does make a difference, doesn’t it? I know that I have felt different since I had my hair cut last week. What is it about a good haircut?!
susieshomemade says
What a great and important tackle!! You look awesome:-) Good score on the curling iron too! Bonus:-)
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Delaney says
I read daily but have never introduced myself. I am not even sure how I stumbled onto your blog but I am always grateful for the people that God bring into my life… in whatever way He does it.
Your hair looks great… your husband will be proud to call you his. 🙂 Now… how many more days??
Delaney
Tanya says
Your hair looks GREAT, Monica!! I love it!! I bet your hubby is as excited to come home as you are for him to get there. Now, I need to schedule a haircut and make myself a priority…thanks for the reminder!
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LifeAtTheCircus says
You look wonderful girlie! And what perfect timing with Keith’s R&R coming up. How many more days??
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sarah says
yeah for you!!! The new cut looks great.
Jeanette says
That looks great! I need a haircut!
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Jennifer Scruggs says
CUTE cut! Whoo-Hoo! 🙂
Angela says
Great pic! I just recently cut 13 inches off of my hair. It had been over a year since I cut it before that. It feels soooo nice now!
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StacyO says
You look absolutely gorgeous.
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