“You’d look younger with a shorter cut.”
“Long hair is for young women.”
“Isn’t it a hassle to maintain at your age?”
I hear it all the time. I’m in my 60s, and my hair is long—down past my waist. It’s a soft blonde-white now, like winter sunlight. And no, I don’t cut it. Not because I’m stubborn. Not because I’m trying to cling to youth.
But because of him.
Most people assume I just don’t like change. If they only knew.
Every morning, when I brush through the strands, I remember his fingers running through it. When the wind catches it, I remember him laughing, calling me his “wildflower.” He used to love my hair—said it made me look like something out of a dream. And then one day, just like that, he was gone.
Cancer doesn’t care about promises or future plans. It took him fast, too fast. And I made a decision, standing beside his hospital bed, his hand limp in mine—I wouldn’t cut my hair. Not until I was ready to let go.
Related Posts
Jay Leno
The man who once measured his worth in ratings and punchlines now measures it in quiet mornings, doctor’s visits, and legal documents signed behind closed doors. Jay…
Retired South Carolina couple found dead in their home as police shares update
Larry Moore & Sandra Moore. Credit: Facebook/Calvary Church A longtime married couple has been found dead in their home in South Carolina. 76-year-old Larry Moore and his…
Donald Trump mocked for sending “creepy” email to his supporters
Donald Trump. Credit: Getty Images Donald Trump has raised eyebrows – and is even mocked – after he sent a fundraising email to his supporters. The email,…
Former CIA spy says he knows ‘true reason’ Trump wants to take over Greenland
Donald Trump really wants Greenland. But why? That’s the question puzzling politicians, analysts, and critics alike — and fueling endless speculation. Now, a former CIA spy is…
Émilie Dequenne Remembered: A Quiet Force in Modern Cinema
The news of the passing of Émilie Dequenne at the age of 43 has cast a quiet sadness over the film world. Known for her emotional intelligence and understated…
How to Freeze Bread the Right Way (So It Still Tastes Fresh Later)
In busy households, bread seems to disappear as quickly as it’s brought home. Buying extra during sales and freezing it is a smart way to save money…