I have a story that my AA family can appreciate. Today I felt sad about being hairless, watching my co-worker walk around the office with a fresh relaxer. Hair flowing as she walks by, I really began to miss what it’s like to have a fresh new hair-do.

Then later this evening I’m at Publix examining the produce aisle, when I see a young twenty-something girl with green (yes bright green) hair examining me. Her two friends are talking animatedly about some fruit or vegetable and she tries to carry a conversation with them and stealthily watch me. Then it hit me, an epiphany! Here is a pretty young woman who obviously desires to be noticed everywhere she goes envying me and how much attention I draw in public. If I could hear her thoughts I bet she was wondering if she should shave her head; she probably even asked her girlfriends.

We draw attention for good and bad reasons, but we’re more concerned about drawing judgment or pity. This green haired girl reminded me that we can be admired also. I honestly never considered that before then. I love personal teachable moments.

Hugs To All,
~Galena