Buzz Time

Just as I predicted I got sick of my hair falling out pretty quick! It is just not fun! In fact, its almost upsetting to keep having to pull out strands and strands of your hair. So, on Christmas Eve I was brave and decided to buzz it. I sat down nervously in the chair and let my brother Tanner go to work as the rest of the family gathered around to watch. A few minutes and a couple of funky styles later all I had was fuzz! I must say, it is not as bad as I thought it would be, but I do miss my hair. It will be fun when it starts to grow back, however and interesting to see if there are any changes. The chemo nurses told me it could come back a different color or even curly. All of my brothers joined in the fun and got their heads shaved as well (Ethan was the shocker. He always refuses to get his hair cut short). I think they look like studs! I love them so much!
After all the commotion of the hair cuts, my dad gave me a present. Several of my family members had pitched in to buy me a gorgeous pair of diamond earrings. They said they had the jeweler pick out the two diamonds with the most sparkle so that I would be reminded that I sparkle! It really meant a lot to me. I am so grateful for their love and support. It makes everything so much easier. We tried to put the earrings in, but they wouldn't go. It has been too long since I have worn earrings. I was totally disappointed, so today we went to the mall and got my ears pierced again. It will be six weeks before I can take out the studs they put in and wear my diamond earrings, but I am still excited. Thank you everyone! Love you!!
So, I don't think shaving heads was what my mother really want to do with our Christmas Eve. It is the last one for at least 2 years that will all be together because Tanner is leaving to go on his mission in February, but I think it was wonderful night and certainly one we will remember forever!