Changes - the Hair Thing

Today we're back to winter - highs in the 50's today and tomorrow. But then, spring is like that. Up and down - changing is the best word for Spring. I'm changing during this Lenten season. Are you? In Clemson we had a neighbor who used to say "The daffodils are blooming. Are you and Bob on a diet again?" Over the years I've thought about that a lot. At first, I was insulted. Now, I think it's a good thing. If Spring and Lent are times of change, renewal, perhaps I am simply following an instinct to look again, change direction, attempt once again to go inward and find my authentic self and nourish her. I am so blessed to be living long enough, comfortably enough to do this searching. While I'm spring cleaning my cottage and my closets, I'm taking a look again at my life and making changes. Some may become habitual, some may not. But without trying, how do I know what fits and what doesn't? For example, I have had this niggling desire to let my hair grow out - part of my intention to simplify and honor my feminine side - and have been doing so for several months. Right now I'm torn between letting it grow and getting it "styled." I've been through this process many, many times. In a few more months, it will be easier to manage. Can I wait? Isn't this the way of most changes we attempt?