You look amazing! I love your hair and glasses! I am so sorry about Mr. Skunky. Losing a beloved pet is devastating.

Lovely to see you back and I love your new longer bob! Very chic!

So sorry to hear of the loss of your beloved Mr. Skunky. It's super hard to lose our animal friends. They are family.

Thank you, everyone.

Angie, thank you. Growing out an old cut takes too long, doesn’t it? I doubt I’ll go much longer than this.

Brooklyn, what a lovely gesture. Mostly we talk about what a rascal he was. Our son’s partner remarked that he never did anything he didn’t want to. That was the truest statement ever spoken. But he was a lovely, gentle boy who never hurt anyone.

BlueJay, I had gone to her for years and years, and think she pigeon-holed me as an old lady and gave me what she considered to be an appropriate cut.

So sorry for the loss of your fur baby JAileen, sounds like he was very beloved by the whole family and will be sorely missed.
Hair and specs are amazing, you look modern and vibrant, and dare I say a bit of rascal with a twinkle in your new eyes.
I could write a fairly long story about my cataract sx adventures, but who knew the recovery would be so onerous! Glad that you are on the other side.

Thx, M.

For those who like my bird pictures, here are a few I’ve taken this year. These were all in our area.
1. Mountain Bluebirds
2. Cedar Waxwings
3. Great Horned Owl

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Beautiful bird pics. Thanks!

It is so good to see you again. I love seeing your bird pictures. We have owls living around our house.
I am sorry to hear about Mr. Skunky. Losing a pet is so difficult. They are a part of the family.
Your new glasses and hair look fabulous. Your hair is so healthy looking. Lovely colour.

I’m so sorry about the passing of your pup.

Your hairstyle and glasses look great, and it’s nice to see you again on YLF.

I forgot to say that we have Barred Owls in the woods near our house.

I'm very sorry for the loss of your friend, JAileen.

So good to see you! Love love love the hair, and the glasses are so fab!

Sorry about My Spunky.

Good to *see* you again; I'd been wondering how you are. Have your ears been itching? RIP Mr. Skunky. Love your new 'do. I'd been thinking awhile about leaving my old stylist when he called me when I was on vacation to tell me he was closing shop due to his wife's health.

So sorry for your loss. You are looking fabulous! Welcome back.

I love your hair and your glasses. I am afraid I am also looking at cataract surgery in the near future. The glasses are so cute.

I am so sorry to hear about your puppy.

Sorry to hear about your gorgeous boy. You look great in those glasses and your bird photos are stunning!! I adore Owls & was told by a psychic once that bluebirds are my spirit animal, lol.

Thank you all for your kind words. We think about Mr Skunky every day. We saw a woman walking two Scotties the other day and one of them looked and acted just like him - a little reserved, but also friendly.

Re cataract surgery: the actual surgery was painless and well done, and all the medical care was excellent. Plus, I followed the directions for post care to a T. All the administrative stuff that goes along with it was a nightmare. For example, if I had an appointment at 11AM, I might get in by noon, and because no one can drive, everyone brings someone, and the waiting room was always packed. At one appointment my husband and I had to sit on the grass outside. And then, although they said they took my insurance, and I had already paid a copay, they billed me for the full amount. They saw the error of their ways, eventually. I think all of the administrative issues were due to understaffing.

I’m so sorry to hear about Mr Skunky. Rest in peace, handsome boy. <3

Gotta say, your hair looks absolutely wonderful at this length! And I hear you on casual clothing all the time; I suspect a lot of us are right there with you.

I hope you’ll share more birdwatching updates! I always look forward to hearing about your trips.

So nice to see you again! I am so sorry about Mr.Skunky, what a lovely friend.
You look smashing in your new hairstyle and glasses! They both suit you so well.

I have a Scottie in my neighborhood, also a little wary but friendly. And adorable.
I lost my fur friend not too long ago. It’s such a pang.

Mr. Skunky will now be in my thoughts when I see him!

I meant to ask in my other post if you have more beautiful bird shots?

Welcome back! You look fab with the new hair (just curious what did the "autopilot" meant there??:-)) and the new specs!! Also, am so sorry for Mr Skunky...:-(

Lee, I have lots and lots of bird pictures. Some are great, most are not. The three bird pictures I posted I took in the last few weeks. The bluebirds are very special, aren’t they? This was the third time I’ve seen them in such a big flock.

Lyn, I meant she never took any time to think, “Is this still the best cut for her?” It was my fault for letting her do it.

I am so sorry to hear about Mr. Skunky! He was such a beauty and it was always fun to read about his adventures ...
You look very well with the new hairdo.

Definitely special.