The girls at the Oak St. Salon did a heck of job in my opinion! My hair dresser Kim felt so bad when she cut my hair but she shouldn’t have. See, I told her to cut it off, of course after the pressure of everyone saying cut it off;) Anyways, it was after the cut when I broke down. It was so short and it was what I asked for but it was hard for me to come to terms with it.
After about an hour of crying, me and Kim decided I needed a small break to gather my thoughts and just breathe. That’s when I make the quick video. Once we got started again, I cried a little on and off but finally calmed down during the caramel highlights. And then once they started stylin’ it, I just closed my eyes and waited.
When I opened them, I was looking for me because I sure didn’t see ME in the mirror. I was shocked at the difference!! I couldn’t believe how extreme but beautiful it was. It was the first time in my life that I felt hip and pretty. I loved it! It sorta gave me this new confidence.
So thank you to Kim for cutting, stylin’, and dealing with this crybaby! Thank you to Debra, Nandy, and Kristie for helping! Ya’ll were great! And of course to Wal-Mart for giving me this opportunity that not only gives me a great profile picture, but has given me a new outlook on myself and what I can accomplish.
Finally, I must thank Kathy for taking the photos. Exceptional and I’m proud that she’s my Aunt and made me feel comfortable throughout the shoot!! :)
Kalin says
You look GREAT! The cut’s so flattering on you and the highlights are perfect!
Wendy says
WOW! It’s like you are a whole new person – great look for you!
Wendy
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H.E.Eigler says
You look great Lori! Makes me feel all schlumpy…
I love the color and the layers are gorgeous. Hot Mama!
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Laura says
You look terrific!!!! Well done. A makeover is something we should do more often…
Tsoniki Crazy Bull says
You look fantastic! I love the cut!!
And I realize just how badly I really need a cut, color and style!
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Stefanie @ Mommy Musings says
Wow! That is one awesome makeover!
Kat says
I’ll say it again, you look absolutely gorgeous with your new look.
I hope when I go get my long haired mess taken care of, that i’ll end up at least half as pretty as you did. :)
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Amy in Ohio says
You look amazing – you’re beautiful to begin with but that cut and style is awesome!
Hot mama!
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Julie N says
Oh Lori – you look stunning with your new “do”. I kept looking back and forth between pictures. It’s amazing what a makeover can do not only for our appearance, but also for our confidence! You rock! :)
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corrin says
You look marvelous! That cut is perfect for your face.
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Loretta says
Holy Schmoley! I loveeeeeee those highlights. You look rockin ;) Hehehehe your sweater matches your blog colors, and by the way you look great in that color! You look fabulous!
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Jennifer says
OMG you look absolutely smashing!!!!!!!!!!!!! I am so happy for you. And I am glad you feel better, sad times but totally worth it :-)
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Michelle at Scribbit says
Oh you look so beautiful! That hair is fabulous on you–I can see why you’d panic with so much taken off but really it looks wonderful and frames your face so well.
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Lisa Marie Mary says
GURRRRL! You look AMAZING!!!
Dr. Daisy says
Wow!! You look fantastic!! But of course I knew you would, since you were beautiful any way:)
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April says
You look mah-velous!!
Seriously, Lori, you look incredible!
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Jennifer says
Oh my goodness, you look amazing!! You’ve always been beautiful, but wow! Stunning…
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QuietMom says
You are beautiful… (AND I’m so so so so glad you posted this because THIS HAIRDO is exactly the one I want… now do you think the hairdresser can do the makeup and all to make me look like you too???) Tee hee! Hope you’re going out to celebrate your “new” beautifulness.
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daisysmom says
This ‘do’ brought you into the 21st century! It is sooo much better! I am always amazed by women who feel they need to hold on to long hair to maintain their feminity. YOU look great!
Minxy Mimi says
WOW!
You are gorgeous!
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Mandy says
You look gorgeous! I love the new look!
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Deal Seeking Mom says
Beautiful! I love it, Lori. Can’t wait to meet you in person. So glad you joined Elevenmoms!!!
Tara
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Christine says
Oh Lori!! I’ve always said you were beautiful – but look at you now honey – GORGEOUS!! Snaps!! :)
I SO want your haircut!!
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Jenn says
You look great the hair is beautiful!
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Genie says
WOW!!! You have always been pretty, but now you are gorgeous! (Bet your man can’t keep his eyes off you.) Congrats on the new look. Go out and enjoy you new “hotness”!
ciara says
goodbye, 80’s hehehe, welcome to 2008…..your hair looks awesome! were you able to donate your hair? i think the new ‘do’ is definitely you. everyone did a great job on it. :) sometimes it’s hard to let go of something that you’ve had for so long, but in the end, it’s just hair, right? :)
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Debbie says
I think stunning and gorgeous are appropriate here!
What a beautiful lady!
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Tanya Moyer says
As a woman, I can totally relate to how much your hair is a part of you! It’s a tough decision to cut it off. But I have to say…you look amazing! I loved your hair before (I’m blonde with stick-straight hair, so I’m always a tiny bit jealous of dark curly hair :oP), but I really like your new style with the highlights!
~Tanya
Meg says
YOU are insanely beautiful! Your makeover is divine and I am so PROUND FOR YOU! Change is good sweetie and this was absolutely perfect! Congrats! I know it takes courage to whack all your hair off, but it was a GREAT decision!!!!
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jennster says
OMG!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! OMG OMG OMG.. you look SO GREAT! i love your hair! i love everything! you look STUNNING! like a business woman! like a HOTNESS!!!!!!
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Charlotte says
It looks beautiful!! You look like a totally different person. *I wish I could look that good!*
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HoundsGood says
You look like a movie star.
Lucrecia says
wow – beautiful! I love that cut!
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Jackie says
OMG!!! Lori…you look stunning!!!!! I did a double take when I opened your site and looked up to see that I had the right address. So beautiful!!! What did all your boys say????
Heather B says
I LOVE it! I saw the post the other day of how you’ve had the same hairstyle since you were 18, and you truly did look the same. (which isn’t something to complain about) Only now after seeing your new style did I realize that the other was not doing you justice. This hair style rocks!!!
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Sommer-Green and Clean Mom says
Holey Moley! Lori you are one hot cowboys wife. Your man sure is gonna be happy. You look just amazing. AMAZING! You did before though. WOW!
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stacey moore says
love it! you look awesome!
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alemos says
Love it, love it, love it. You used to look cute, now you look stylish.
Julia @ Hooked on Houses says
You look great! That’s an amazing makeover. I wish someone would come over here and give me one now. :-)
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Lori S. says
It is absolutely STUNNING. Lori!!!!!!!!!!!! You look FANTASTIC!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Rhonda says
Wow, your look great. Your make-up is flawless!
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Dana says
Lori! You’re new look is amazing! I envy your beauty. So gorgeous!
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Linda Parker says
Lori, you were a natural beauty before. Now you are HOT!!!!! Very chic and stylish. I love your make-over! :) :) :)
Connie says
If I could do a wolf call :) You look absolutely beautiful! Now that the hard part is over, it’s time to party with your new look, GF!
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Rhonda says
I have an award waiting for you on my blog. You’ve been awarded The Blog Academy Award.
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Alyson, the 3 P's Mama says
Lori –
I am sorry it was somewhat traumatic to you but so glad you hung in there because the end result is nothing short of stunning! I think it is a perfect look with who you are and you should be loving it in no time. The real question is though, what did your men think?;)
Tara @ Feels like home says
All big changes make us a little emotional, don’t they? You were tied to that look for many years, and I’m sure it was hard to let go of. You do look very hip and pretty now, and I’m sure you’ve gotten a ton of comments (online and in person) to that effect. Congratuations!
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Jamie says
You look phenominal!
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cmanlong says
WOW…Lori you look great. Once again congrats on your continued success. They just seem to be piling up for you lately. Which is a great thing as you certainly are the type of person who deserves the success. God bless you and your family….your friend “me” :)
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farmnwife says
You look soo chic! I am very proud of you. I always thought you would look great with less hair. We can actually see you instead of all the hair. I am very happy for you. What does your dh think?
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Lucretia Pruitt says
I only just now saw this on your profile on the elevenmoms.com site!! You look amazing! (not that you didn’t before, but wow!!)
:)
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