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Well I got my hair cut guys and although none of you seemed to be happy I sure as hell am. I feel a lot better and I really like the look. Dried in like 20 minutes its awesome haha. Once again good luck to you all in your goals I hope you all reach them with ease.
-animosity
Dude, I thought you got a ton of supportive comments. I sure support your right to your decision. You have to remember, this is a longhair board so most guys will probably prefer you with long hair. You've got great hair at any length, of course.
You look great! It may not be long, but it certainly makes you look good =) and all that really matters is that you're happy.
I think (my personal opinion) sometimes people get so caught up with defending their beliefs, that they become hyper-sensitive about anyone who chooses to stray from whatever path may work for them.
The most attractive things in any person are happiness, and self contentment, be that with themselves or life in general.
BE TRUE TO YOURSELF! ^.^
<3
Tristram
Oh and...I'm at grand total of 4 hours to dry =P
It looks good! Still shaggy and considered "long" for most people. You did what you wanted and that's what matters. =)
-James
To be honest, I think you new haircut fits you better!
Hey man
The new haircut doesn't look bad at all, In fact, I think it looks great! I'm glad you're finally happy with your hair, thats all that counts. Your happiness! Good luck and stick around, don't be a stranger now!
While you're entitled to do as you like with your aesthetic, I am still going to have to disagree with the majority of the comments here. I don't like the haircut at all, and I think your enthusiasm in the routine change is cause for your satisfaction. I have no problem saying this, because you've greatly embellished the virtues and came off as conceited and patronizing.
I don't have a bias towards or against long hair and I've thought it pleasing the changes that guys like LukeB and ChrisG have made since encountering them here, but this post is an overall bummer. I thought threads like these were pruned from the board?
My lord...haven't you ever seen Bambi?
I always thought posts like yours should not be seen here....
I didn't find Animosity's post to be "conceited" in the least. He's a relatively regular member of this community who decided it was time for a change in his life, and he chose to share it with his online friends. I, for one, appreciate his well-wishes for those of us who are continuing on our long-haired journey.
--Val
P.S.--Animosity, I think your new style suits you very well, although I do prefer the look of your former locks.
But you also have to remember that this is a longhair discussion board centered around the concept of males sporting long hair. While some people may have wanted to see his update, I still would never agree that these kinds of posts should be permitted on the hyperboard. If it's his online friends who were interested in the update, then he should make use of the private email form that's attached to every post. I'm getting frustrated seeing "I cut my hair" posts every time I make a return here. This place should be for support and inspiration on the topic of long hair, but it's getting muddled with gradually more depressing topics considering plenty of our "relatively regular community members" are going back to shorthair and keeping us updated with how great they think it is.
I understand where you are coming from Gylfi but you did not have to look at my post, you did not even have to say anything. This is a stupid discussion and I'll apologize but me cutting my hair should not have discouraged anyone. I think alot of you are too into this whole thing. Long hair is great I loved it and still do but its not the end of the world to cut it, don't get that impression I mean what if you lose your hair one day...simply put grow up man. This is hardly what I would have expected from you, keep growing your mane is great but do not tell me I can not post my short hair to show what has become of me.
I don't think he intends on keeping us updated continuously. This is just a one last picture type of post. Also he's not a "long hair sucks" covert so I think we could cut him a break for this.
Bruce
Well like most said if thats what you like then thats whats important but since you didn't ask for a comment on your short hair style I won't offer any.Its just too bad that what seems like just s shorter drying time was that big a factor on your decision.Mark
Well dude, this is a good for you response from an old fart. I understand what you are going thru. When young we feel that life is going 90 miles an hour and things that are kind of annoying, need to be fixed. You may find when life slows down a little that the long hair and drying time was not that bad, and grow the mane again. Don't be a stranger on this site because you have some great ideas and input. Enjoy the shorter hair.
Well, the new haircut suits you, and it's still longish so if you ever feel like growing it out again from that it probably wouldn't take that long:)
I also think the shorter hair made you look a bit older.
I too will go against the grain and say I liked the long hair better. Normally we yank these posts but you've been a good user for a while so unless we get more of an outcry we'll leave it.
At least your happy and it is your hair.
Kevin
Well once again I apologize to those of you who don't even seem I should be allowed to post this. Let me make it clear, drying time is not the reason. I am happy and I do not wish for any of you to cut I am just posting because YOU asked for the picture. Im kinda mad to be honest I've been here for almost a year. I've supported you all even the ones who cut. I don't need kind words but I most definitely do not need harsh ones.
-animosity
I posted my comment to you before reading the other comments. In my opinion you owe no one an apology. You have been a good an supportive member, and yes, we wanted a photo. I see no reason for any negative posts to you at all. I don't blame you for your disappointment.
Here here!
I think your hair looks great. It's still relatively long! I'm delighted that you're happy with your new look and your new feel.
You've got to be yourself.
Franny
I think it looks good animosity. That said, long hair did look great on you. But still, as I said before, part of being a longhair is recognizing that there has to be the freedom to choose and not be forced to cut or grow for the matter. So I'm glad your happy and who knows, maybe you'll choose to grow your hair long again.
Bruce
Thanks for sharing that with us and it looks great and after all you doing it for yourself and not the negative mongers on here that's for sure!
Cheers,
John.B
Almost anytime one posts a picture it will receive diverse comments. And, those comments are simply opinions, that's all. I will have to say that with the long hair, to my eyes anyway that all looked especially fabulous, but this doesn't mean that with the haircut that it looks unfabulous (if indeed there is such a word.) LOL Just another comment-opinion. In no way meant to be a downer to you in the slighest. Glad you like what you have now.
Your haircut looks very fine. You have great hair no matter what length. As long as you are content...then you win!
Cheers,
Max
your hair looks good at any length (super straight).but to my eyes the long hair looks better :))
Still looks good. Kind of wavy, but didn't you already say that you hated the feeling of short hair and would never go back? You probably changed your mind, but I just wanted to point that out. :)
Well you look hot! Keep on rocking. It only matters whether the individual is happy or not. It's not like you're officially leaving the clan of long hairs I guess (I can't even say such a thing)... just keep rocking.
Peace
I think it looks great and it's a very good thing that you're satisfied!
Enjoy your hair! Long or short ^^
Have to say it looks really great, both short and long hair suit you really well
I think that before you cut your hair you had a distinctive look, and your new haircut is a more common look (which is not necessarily bad, depends on what you're going for.) While some people may still consider it long, it's pretty common for guys where I live in the Boston area. I think both look great on you and suit you. Many guys have bad experience when they get their hair cut. I'm glad this turned out so well for you.
Hey I really like that look animosity. Looks like I picked a good day to lurk. I think it's great that you did what you wanted and took the chance. I did and I haven't regretted it.
Best of luck in your new path my friend, take care!
I got my hair cut (again!) a few weeks ago so now I am back to my old look I had before I started growing. The wheel turns round and round LOL
Here is what I look like today
My thoughts on the complaints...
It's his hair, and he can do with it as he wishes. He's been an active participant in our community, and if he wants to post one goodbye photo, that's fine with me. This does not pollute the web server here any more than the "before I started growing it" photos that we see from time to time and all seem to be okay with. We exist to support people, not hair strands, and this guy has been supportive of what we are about here for some time.
I wish him the best and I wish him happiness with his new look!
Bill
Awww you cut it? I really liked it.
Best wishes,
Josh