Gray hairs notwithstanding, I do not colour my hair because:
~ there are fewer gray hairs than one might expect, given my advanced age*;
~ the gray hairs that there are were well-earned;
~ colouring my hair would be an act of vanity;
~ colouring my hair would be an admission of concern about aging.
In other words, not colouring my hair is an act of vanity. Hmmm…
Really, I am just posting so you guys have a post on which to comment on this most special of days 😉
*I am aware that “advanced” is a relative concept. For those of you over 50, I am but a youngster. But believe me, as far as my students are concerned, I am decrepit.
Happy birthday to you, happy birthday to you – etc. Another 11 years or so and you’ll be colouring your hair!
Sally
You mean you *no longer* colour your hair, do I need to remind you about the bleaching episode and the ronald mcdonald red?
Happy birthday, my love!
Dina,
Do tell us more about the bleaching episode and the ronald mcdonald red. It sounds downright embarrassing.
I remember being blonde, but the red eludes me. Doubtless I have supressed the memory.