Good for you, Rae!! You finally did it! Looks absolutely amazing, too. You made a courageous first step, it's free of your shoulders, and that's always a big milestone for us former long haired girls.
I also agree with the others who have said you should go shorter next time. Hopefully something completely off the ears to show off that gorgeous face.
Looking forward to more pictures of the newly short haired Rae in the coming days. I assume you have already booked your first trim?
Cheers
Julie