A Cookie and a "Pearl" in the Hair Salon

--by cabbage, posted Jul 29, 2008

I get my haircut about twice a year, so scheduling an appointment is a big deal for me. The woman who cuts my hair is a real sweetie and is more like a therapist for everyone who walks in the door!.

It always amazes me that even though I see her infrequently, she remembers everything about me. I had called to make an appointment and found that everything was booked. Well, to my great surprise a few evenings later she called me at home to tell me that someone had cancelled and I could come in. Sp. I made a mental note to bring something special for her when I went for my haircut.

The day of the appointment there was a tremendous storm. As I was leaving work, I picked up a hot chocolate and an extra large chocolate cookie to give my hairstylist. I thought it would be a perfect pick-me-up for the weather we'd been having. I was driving slowly because of the weather and figured I'd lose my appointment. Still, I wanted to drop off the snack.

Well, she was thrilled to get the surprise and when I said perhaps I should reschedule because of the time/weather
she just asked what time I needed to leave and promised me she'd get the job done. She did, and not only did I get to my son's school safely in time, I was actually early! :-)

Here is a pearl of wisdom that she shared with me on that rainy day: "I learned that the faster I get out of my own way, the smoother things go!" How true, right? Sometimes we are our own worst enemy!

Anyway, blessings and smiles to all of you! :-)

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Posted by cabbage
Jul 29, 2008
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wayfarer wrote: Hey, Cabbage. I just read something today about how we can all be our own worst enemy. But the flip-side of that is we can all be our own best friend! Sounds like you already know that!

brighteyes wrote: Great story Cabbage....thanks for sharing...I loved the idea of bringing your hairdresser treats....my old hairdresser in CA I MISS SO MUCH!! She too was a sweetie....I loved to talk to her and have her share too....I learned alot from her and she was so brave recently and a cancer survivor with a great attitude....I may drop her a line after reading yoru story...I still visit her when I go out to see my family....SMILES from Brighteyes ;)

MakeSomeoneSmile wrote: Good for you for being so kind. Thanks for sharing!

lmil1954 wrote: You got it right cabbage. Awesome story with a real lesson! LindaM:)

JuneBug wrote: A great story with a great lesson! Thank you for sharing!

SANYOGITA wrote: Great story.

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