Posted by Jason (other posts) on February 17, 2014 at 07:01:18 Previous Next
In Reply to: Re: Hair Cut posted by Anthony on February 17, 2014 at 06:55:44:
: In actual fact, my wife has always known me as unconventional. I was already living in the country, and we moved together to a house, also in the country. That for me was not negotiable.
: One thing I say to myself is that the growing process is so gradual that both she and I will see it at every stage, and not be surprised. That being said, I'm surprised how fast mine is growing! I don't have an accurate measurement, but I think I am getting more than half an inch per month. I must be one of the lucky ones - and to think I was buzz-cutting until last autumn!
: It's another phase of my life with my particular experiences that formed me - as with all of us.
: What a mid-life crisis!!!
: Just a question. Do you dye your hair?
: Anthony
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: : I think there’s a good chance your wife will come to like your long hair particularly when you’re past the awkward stage. It does dramatically change one’s appearance and for someone who isn’t innately attracted to the look, I’m sure it’s a bit of a jolt. I met my wife online and posted pictures of myself with my long hair down. It’s actually one of the things that attracted her to me. She’s kind of a hippie at heart!
You're definitely fortunate to have that higher than average growth rate. Mine has pretty much been around the half inch per month. Though mine seems to grow a bit slower in winter and faster in summer.
It's true. It will be a gradual transition for you and your wife. Even if we could instantly have long hair, the journey is part of the fun and a learning experience too in more ways than one.
There is no dye in my hair. I've experimented with 28-wash temporary dyes in the past but haven't used one in a long time. Over the last couple of years I've noticed some gray in my beard but so far my hair has not been affected much.