Today I've made an appointment to have my head shaved on Friday 25th July to raise money for Macmillan Cancer Support, and set up my online fundraising page. I saw a poster in the tube when I went up to London a week or so ago, and thought it looked interesting, and then it popped up on Facebook and I decided to think about it seriously.
I've decide to keep this blog as a record of the experience. Even before I've actually done the deed it's already been interesting.
I consulted a little bit - reactions ranged from:
"Well I don't think it's something I can forbid you to do!"
through
"I would never do that"
to:
"Go for it! It's only hair - it'll grow back."
Interesting advice received:
Buy a flesh-coloured swimming cap so you can see what you'll look like. (Really? My head will look like a rubber swimming cap?).
Get it done with a proper (i.e. cut throat) razor - it's a more relaxing experience. (Really!!!!!!!)
Things I've been called:
Brave - not really I think because I have secretly wanted to do it for years. But it's possible I may find I need to be brave once there's no turning back and I have to stand at the bus stop with no hair.
A show-off - yes probably. But I'm channelling my exhibitionist tendencies for a good cause, which must be worth something.
A mad woman - meant in a nice way I think - at least, it came with a "well done" and a donation! Again probably true!
So - there will be anecdotes; there will be photos; there may even be a video. Watch this space for updates!
And sponsor me, if you feel the urge!
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