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Hey, here are some pics from work yesterday, but they show my hair since I trimmed. We had a big water fight to beat the heat.
~Tom
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beautiful hair and a beautiful smile to match!!
although i loved the super long locks, it still looks superb. hope the new length (and less maintenence) has made your life easier!
now if i could just find myself a straight boy who looks like you, i'd be a happy girl. :)
peace,
nic
Thanks, it is working out easier. I may grow it back when things calm down. And thanks for the compliments. And if only I could find a cute gay boy who liked my hair as much as you.
Tommy,
Don't despair... military looking gay, long hair lover says... you look hot!
Jules
Nic,
Don't be so sad. Cute straight boys with great smiles and great hair like me and TommyTurbo do exist.
Of course, he does not fit on of the criteria and I'm half a country away and a few years difference in age...but you'll find some guy like that one of these days! I'll keep my eye out for you. And if you ever need a date with a cute long haired guy, feel free to come to Milwaukee...
Cheers,
Antesse
Where were YOU when I was your age? Hmmmmm... Nice longhair guy who's a practicing Catholic = rare. Bummer!
Carol
Um, that depends on when you were my age. I am 21 almost 22.
I am indeed a longhair and a guy and a practicing Catholic (at the end of the cord around my neck are two medals of St. Benedict of Nursia and a small cross...in case you are wondering).
Now, can you spread the words to all the ladies my age that I am a real rare catch? Thanks kindly because I am not exactly at the stage where I am swarmed by pretty girls. I am working on one, trying to let her know I like her and that I want to have her as a girlfriend...and she likes my hair...or at least thinks it looks okay...or does not care. So, small victories. But send out that memo, okay?
Try 25 years ago! (I'm 46)
I have one of those Catholic 4-way medals. and, of course, one with my pal Frank (St Francis of Asissi).
All the ladies I know that are your age, either a) are married b) in the convent, or c) dating some conservative clean-cut crew-cut wearing dude (sigh). You could try a Catholic or Christian singles group in your area, or join a third order or other Church related group. Something related to your college/university? There's got to be some pretty girls out there somewhere, who will respect and support your hair length and your faith. But should I bump into some pretty young lady, bemoaning the fact that there are no longhair Bravehearts around, I'll be sure to tell her that they are out there, and where she might find a few, 'kay? :-)
Carol
But you don't look a day over [insert flattering age]!
Yeah, Franky and Benny would have been friends...
Well, actually I am working on a girl who is a fellow grad student...been on a couple of dates...she likes my hair or at least accepts it...not sure if she is fully interested or realizes my interest in her...but soon she will...however, she is Episcopalian...you think there is any future there with only a few tiny theological differences?
Don't despair nic, most longhaired boys/men are straight....you'll find him! You're certainly attractive yourself.
Hi Nic,
Do not worry at all, there are lots of longhaired guys who would love to meet someone like you. And I should add that you are a very pretty young woman, so you should have NO trouble finding a longhaired guy!
My best to you,
David
David, you are such a nice looking guy with that fabulous longhair and beard. I can't believe your single! What's with the women of Nova Scotia? Are longhairs an oddity in your quarters? I'm on the rather shy side, I've always had male friends, but never male lovers. Rarely ever went on a date. Maybe some of us are meant to be single. I do admit I like my freedoms.
Carol
Hi Carol,
Thank you for your kind words, I am genuinely flattered! Sadly, in Nova Scotia, there are very few women who apppreciate long hair on men. However, I think long hair in general is getting more popular these days. I admit that I have been single all my life. I have always been painfully shy, especially in my teenage years and in my twenties, when most people meet their significant other. All the years that have passed since then have made me rather set in my ways and now I am rather used to being single and its associated freedoms. But I admit that there ARE times when I would like to share life's pleasures with a special someone. One never knows what lies ahead on the road of life, especially with retirement coming up next year.
My VERY best to you,
David
Hey David if Nova Scotians don't quite your long hair, perhaps you will find someone on your North America Tour :) Keep your eyes open! lol
...be yourself, David.
If there is one "trick" to overcoming shyness it is this:
Instead of focusing on yourself and how YOU feel...
...focus ALL of your attention on how the OTHER person feels.
It works every time.
David, I SO understand what you are saying. I didn't discover I had an intersexed condition, until in my 20's. It made my teen years and puberty very confusing, due to the virilizing effects of the excess androgens my body produced. The years of hormone therapy have somewhat normalized things. Plus, I too was quite shy, and very insecure and self-conscious. I had, and still have, terrible social skills. Autism Spectrunm Disorders run in my family, and several screeners I took, indicate me as having Asperger's. But I can't afford the cost of seeing a specialist to confirm a diagnosis, so it remains a tentative one, based on my performance on the screeners, and my mother's and my recollection of my childhood.
Having become used to being independently single, and having the freedom to indulge in my most recent perseveration, I don't think I could adapt or change for someone else. It would have to be a situation in which each does his/her own thing, respects each others freedoms, but can depend on each other for emotional support and physical contact. I'm probably dreaming, the reality is so unlikely. But I'd never rule it out. Okay, I think I've rambled on nonsensically long enough now.
Take care,
Carol
Hi Carol,
I guess my story is a different one from yours, but the end results seem to be similar. I was painfully shy as a child, partly because of hearing problems which caused me not to be able to distinguish conversation in large groups of people. (I am OK talking to one or two people at a time, and have no problems with the phone, as long as people speak clearly) This caused me to have a genuine phobia of large social gatherings such as parties, I was hopelessly lost and retreated into a corner. Hence I remained single then, and as the years have passed, have certainly become used to my independence, and doing my own thing. However, there ARE times when having a special someone to share life's pleasures with does cross my mind, but it would certainly be quite a change in lifestyle for me.
Take care,
David
All I can say, "Just Carol" is be yourself and make sure others KNOW you are
'available."
I know guys in the 50s who are looking. Wear a t-shirt
that says "available"...he..he just kidding. But really,
guys are not mind readers so don't be too subtle.
At my age (46) I pretty much gave up on finding Mr. Right
complete with longhair. Ha! I guess I'm pretty happy being
single, but that could always change. My great aunt, after
being single most of her life, married in her 60's.
Know any in Maryland or nearby? My big problem now, is that I am unable to get out much, due to disability, chronic conditions and being mobility impaired. And I've never quite gotten over my shy dorky youth, complete with lack of social skills. I know of marriages/relationships that fell apart, due to one partner's disability and/or chronic illness. While I miss the companionship of another person, I have become rather set in my ways, and am fairly content being single. While I haven't shut the door to the possibility, it isn't exactly wide open either.
Carol
thank you for the kind words, david! although, frankly, i'm tired of being 'the pretty girl,' as it gets me nowhere. inside my head i'm still the awkward girl with acne and coke-bottle glasses (but somehow that girl had a lot more luck in the boy department). i've had a few dates in the last month, but none have asked for a second date. i'm certainly not a desperate freak, but it is a bit discouraging. my social skills aren't the best, but i didn't think they were THAT bad. :)
thanks again!
nic
Definitely a handsome young man there with the beautiful hair and smile. But a pretty girl like you will find someone like him, a gorgeous longhair who happens to be into girls like you. And I'm sure that Tommy will eventually find a gay guy like himself.
At my age (46) I pretty much gave up on finding Mr. Right complete with longhair. Ha! I guess I'm pretty happy being single, but that could always change. My great aunt, after being single most of her life, married in her 60's.
Somewhere out there, is a longhair with the opposite problem of yours. He can't find a nice girl like you, who appreciates a confident guy with nice long locks. Fate has a way of connecting you, it will happen in time.
Carol
PS How's the new baby kitten doing?
sad to say, but monkey passed away on saturday morning. my friend and i did all we could for her, but she didn't pull through. i miss her. :(
Hi Nic,
I am genuinely sorry to hear about the loss of your kitty,a nd my heart goes out to you.
Take care,
David
Well, you probably don't want to look here (see link). I saw on your page that you are in the AZ desert. I snapped that picture on my move from the East coast to the Bay Area. There was a whole lotta nothin out there, and not many people.
Nowhere in AZ
i don't live in that part of the desert (although i love those areas). i actually live in the phoenix metropolitan area where there are millions of people, but sometimes i think i would have better luck meeting people in a deserted area - the pressure would be on me more. :)
hey that looks like a lot of fun. i wish we got to do things like that where I work.
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This length looks great. You have a lot of nice waves too. The guy shooting you with the water gun looks like Jay Chandrasekhar from Super Troopers, Beerfest, etc. HA!
The tail looks great. I'm glad you didn't cut it as short as shoulder length. You have such gorgeous long hair. That's a nice length that suits you, if it's easier for you to maintain, then go for it. I can't believe there isn't a cute young gay longhair out there looking FOR YOU!
Carol
That is one thick ponytail. It looks like it is well over an inch in diameter. Just lovely. Now that the damage is trimmed off, you may be able to grow a few more inches back without all the tangles. Looks superb.
Scott
Sounds like a fun place to work! (Nice hair, too.)
Hi Tommy,
Thanks for the update pics and the hair looks in great condition and the length and trim have done you proud and looks a manageable length now.
Keep it growing.
Cheers,
John.
Where do you work? I thought the job I just got in a fiddle shop was nice, but damn..you've got an inflatable water slide!
Your hair is looking great, too.
Hmmmmm...good length.
Mine is down to my navel. 5 1/2 years --no trims.
I have to be careful not to let my hair get tangled
Hi Tom,
I don't think I have had a chance to say hi to you before, so a warm hello to you. Your hair looks great now, it is thick and healthy with lots of shine.
Keep it growing,
David
Hi Tommy. Your hair looks great and I liked the new car pictures you posted a few days ago. I just got a 2008 Chrysler Seibring Convertable and I love it. Best of Luck
Del
WOW the pictures look absolutely GREAT, your hair is not near as short as I imagined! Looks super and like alot of fun too. Take care!!
Awesome Tommy! The trim worked out just great. You may have trimmed some off but you are still a long hair.
Cheers.
Hey Tommy definately some fun pics there with the water rifles and all.You look like your right at home taking aim at your co workers.LOL. As for your hair the trim came out better than I thought it would and its not really all that short anyway.At least it'll be more manageable in the beamer with the top down.Other than that you look fantastic and do stay in touch with us here on the board.Mark
You have a lovely mane. It is so good you did not have a huge amount of hair trimmed off, but just enough to get rid of the damage. It looks perfect at that length. That trim really worked out well for you.
Scott
I thought I had a good job. We haven't had any water fights at all! LOL. That trim worked well for you. If I ever decide that my current waist-length hair is too much of a hassle, that's just about the kind of trim I'd probably want to have.
To reiterate--that looks like so much fun! We've been having a heat wave the past few days.
As everyone has said, the trim seems to have suited you well, it looks great Tommy! It also looks like you have a fantastic workplace. Congrats.
Keep on growin'
Bruce