I think I've reached a milestone, and one that I thought would be still far ahead.

I wore my hair down again today -not for the whole day, but for my little walk to the grocery store. It really doesn't feel bad or look silly any longer! Of course, as I've sayed, it will look better once it gets longer, but the lion's mane-feeling is gone. And I really liked to see how it seemed to change color in sun and have the gentle wind combing it. ^^

WOOHOO!

I still have some temperature, no matter that I have rested today as effectively as I have been able. I even slept hours during the day. I so hope that I'll get better during the weekend- otherwise Monday will be real torture- besides a meeting to lead, I have scheduled an appointment with P- we need to finish research grant applications, and my brain better be in working condition then.

Okay, you have to help me out here: are you twisting it just once or do you twist-it twist-it? Maybe you can take a picture? 
I think, that I did something similiar a few days ago, since I am always trying to find new ways to keep my shorter layers out of my face.  8)

Love the bonnet!!!!  I think you will be quite stylish with it.   

Your little "poof" on the sides looks great! 

Thanks for sharing your pics.

Thanks, everyone!

G_L : I'll definitely be wearing it more down from now on.

BB & Cynde: The bonnet is great- I thought it would look weird, but it doesn't. Remembering the mess I had with my scarves last winter, I really like how comfortably it fits over hairsticks.

I was quite surprised about that length picture myself- there is a big difference compared to how my hair looked in March. It has grown much more than I expected (or have noticed for that matter), and the longer it gets the better I like it- Lion mane days are over! Not to mention that the ends are much nicer, thanks to the cut in June. I don't think that I need a trim before December, if I just keep moisturizing. Big thanks to everyone in this board for all the support and advice!

Last night I washed it again- Honey Beer egg for scalp, Honey Butter soap for ends and as a finishing touch, I made my ACV rinse to a big cup of chamomille tea. I've been brewing a lot of tea lately- and as I was at it, I decided to make a cup for my hair too. The chamomille tea has been sitting on my kitchen shelf for quite long enough. If only I remember, I could do a few chamomille-ACV rinses in succession just to see how those affect to my color.

Galadriel you have such pretty hair, gorgeous color!  The bonnet looks great on you and I agree it matches the coat perfectly!

I'm finally getting better, and hair seems to be getting better too. Yesterday was a tough day -as meeting days always are- and today I'm taking it easier, doing chores that I've neglected during the flu and later today I'm going to see a friend and do a bit shopping in Helsinki.

I got a hairstick compliment yesterday- this time a lady at Humane Society (where the meetings are) praised Misty Mauve pair. I've received so many hairstick compliments this year. ^^ I think I'm using the right brand.

So, today is another hairstick bun day. After playing with styles, it's good to be back with basics at least for a couple of days. Besides, my hairsticks deserve attention! Today's choices were Hibiscus Tea (for morning) and Olivine Rainbow (for Helsinki visit). A little luxury to spice up an ordinary day.

Still haven't heard of my Mamacat order. But, I know she is incredibly busy, so I'll be patient...

Thanks, Moonchild!  I really love that style- it's like half up except suits better to my face shape.

Got myself hairtoys from Helsinki: little jaw clips, pretty snap clips with pearls, bobby pins with pearls and rhinestones and little beak clips covered with satin ribbon. I selected all these pretties my new down style in mind.  Can't wait until my hair is clean and ready for a day down so I can try them.

Today, however, I found myself back with styling experimenting. I tried another style inspired by a picture I saw at LHC. I French braided my hair from below my crown, then tied it off at nape so that it made a ponytail, and tied a ribbon around the elastic. The result is very pretty and comfortable, and it's also good for playing with ribbons.