I told her that she needed a haircut for the summer, then mentioned that there is an organization that makes wigs for kids who are sick and lose their hair.
It took her a little while to think about it, but she decided that she wanted to help out another little and wanted to donate her hair to Locks of Love.
We went to Great Clips, where they will generously give you a free haircut if you choose to donate. They measured her hair to make sure it would meet the requirement of at least 10". Maren decided she was okay with the amount that would be cut, so the stylist snipped and OFF came that ponytail!
It took her (and us!) a few days to get used to the new short length--I was unprepared for how much older my sweet 6-year-old would look with short hair. We've already had one trip to the swimming pool and the new shorter hair is much better--it doesn't get in her eyes and it takes much less time to comb out in the mornings.
I'm proud of my girl for making a choice to help another child! And I think she's pretty no matter the length of her hair, because she's beautiful on the inside too!
Good for her. Her hair cut is adorable and she will always have the memory of having given to others.
ReplyDeleteThe cut is so cute and she looks so grown up! What a great way to help someone else....go Maren!!
ReplyDeleteGood for you, Maren! What a wonderful thing to do!!!!!! She does look older - and a lot like Dakota Fanning....in this photo anyway.
ReplyDeleteWay to go, Maren! What a wonderful gift. And your new short hair looks great!
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful thing for her to do! We've supported Locks of Love with hair donations a few times, and it's such a wonderful thing when kids get involved. Way to go, Maren!
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