locks of love

After 4 1/2 years of growing her hair, we decided it was time to get Lucy's locks cut. [It really was too long - she was practically sitting on it]. Because her hair was so long and gorgeous, we just had to donate it to Locks of Love. So . . . Lucy and I made our appointments, and both got our hair chopped together.

If I'm being honest here, I was very nervous about cutting Lucy's hair. How will she take it [will she like it or be scarred for life?] Will I be cutting off all those beautiful curls - will they come back? I am happy to say, after the initial straightness resulting from the cut, the curls are returning. [phew.]

Fortunately, our hairdresser, Lisa, made it a truly enjoyable experience and really made Lucy feel very special! And, Lucy loves that the haircut makes her look older – her father and I, not so much.






After such a generous and thoughtful act, Lucy was well rewarded. Lisa let her pick out a sparkly butterfly clip and used a little flatiron on her hair too.

Then, I took her to the bookstore to pick a prize and out for an ice cream sundae.


Between the two of us, we donated 22 1/2 inches of hair.

Thank you, Lisa, it really couldn't have been a better experience - you are such a special person with a wonderful gift!! Thank you too, Auntie Megan, for the extra support!

If you're interested, click here to find out more about Locks of Love.

more beach

Because a few weeks at the Cape were not enough, we spent a few more days at the beach. This time we went with NanaPat, Auntie Megan, Charlotte, and Brian. It was great sitting on the beach in the evening and making sand angels.

The beach was not limited to evenings, though - we spent plenty of days there too, playing in the surf and perfecting those drip castles.

When we were not at the beach, Lucy could not get enough of holding her little sister, Charlotte. Trix enjoyed her company too – but by running around handing her toys or showing her pictures rather than sitting quietly with her. [Those pictures were far too blurry to post.]


Thanks for letting us stay with you, NanaPat - a great time was had by all!