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I've entered the Battle stage with my wife. Up until now it was "your hair is getting pretty long - you should get a hair cut" Know it is just long enough to feather over the ears a little, 3 inches or so. I did just go to the hair salon - same as my wife's. The guy I saw was incredibly supportive. He asked how long I wish to grow it, and laughed as I responded "I'll never know if I keep getting it cut!" His advice matched what is said on this site. You have to not cut your hair and let it grow long enough to have its own length or weight keep it under control. He said it will probable be this time next year before it is long enough to decide how long is long.
Any advice you all have over the "battle with the wife" let me know.
One word - you are in control of yourself.
Speaking from 26 + years of marriage, however now separated and proceeding on with the divorce, not being in control of yourself is wrong, been there, done that.
I am not saying to get a divorce, but who wears the pants in your marriage, the "bitch" or you.?
THINK ABOUT IT!!
Talk to her at a time when things are calm and unhurried. Explain to her why this is important to you, even if you don't know why. Just let her know that it is important to you. Reassure her of your support for her in her life, and ask her for her support. Give her information about the stages of growing hair out (perhaps from this list). She's your wife. Spouses and life partners support each other in the things that are important. And then give her some time to process it all. Refuse to fight over it. Keep asking for her support, that's all. Good luck.
Robert
FYI, The first stage of the battle is over and guess what? I won! I get to keep growing it out as long as i can keep it looking neat! This will be tough during the awkward stage i know... wish me luck.
Mikes reply: Congratulations man, you make us all proud to know of you, hey dud, keep this site posted of your progress photos in the future.
God Bless,
Take care,
Tonawanda Dude "Mike"
Your lucky. I had to convince my Mom to let me grow mine. That wasn't easy.