Greetings, My name is Debr.  I am here for the first time, and I am still learning my way around.  I think it is kinda exciting to be able to read and discuss with others our "hairy issues".  Shorts hairs may not be able to understand.  My hair is red-gold in color, hip length, and I have been growing from a very short (man style) haircut for 10 years.  It took 2 1/2 years to get it 1 length.  Then 8 years to reach its current length.  On Oct 1, 2006, I cut about 2 inches to even up my hemline.  Looks ok now.  Well, that's all for now.  Debr

Welcome, Debr!  I hope you'll post a picture-I'd love to see the color!!