In 1976 I went to a hairdresser who swore he would make my fine, thin hair look great. After paying $100, going home and having a good cry, I came to a decision. I would never again pay someone to ruin my hair when I could do it myself for free.

Since then, I've been cutting and coloring my own hair.

This week I made the decision to try one more time and I actually have an appointment this Thursday. Who knows. This time I may be happy with what happens. Then again, it may be another 40 years til my next professional hair do.