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I've Been Saying...

I've been saying I was going to cut my hair, and I finally did! Here's what it looked like last Sunday:

And now today:

I just got it done; I'm still getting used to it, but I know I'm going to love it. And while I was waiting for my turn at the salon, I finished my toasty gloves, which I LOVE, and which are so simple, you should make some too. They make it more bearable that May Day is "45* with an 80% chance of rain."

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  1. C*U*T*E!!! I was just starting to get used to you with super long hair -- but the new cut and color are very nice -- and just in time for hopefully warmer weather!

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  2. I love it! It looks great and it really brings out your eyes!
    Love the mits! I have two pairs and love them!

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  3. Your new haircut is wonderful
    !

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  4. Oh, it looks great!!!! Bet you'll love how much easier it is to keep!

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  5. Adorable, Karen!! Now you have to change your profile photo!!! Great color, too!
    Cheers!

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  6. How Fun! You look SO cute! What a big change -- are you still reaching for your long hair? ;-)

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