Definitely the gray Carol!!!

Posted by kendall88athlete on 03/03 at 08:58 AM

Definately, Carol with the natural frost!!  You are beautiful!!  It looks like your hair is very thick.  I let mine grow out last winter, love it, but am low struggling to find where I go from here.  I started graying at 23 (51 now).  Up until I was 40, the gray was “cool.” Then I was old enough to be gray (very dull-salt n pepper) so began coloring.  My hair grows VERY fast, so at 50 I realized I was needing to touch up my roots (1/4 inch growth) every 3 weeks and my hair was thinning.  So I stopped the color train!!  Within a month my bangs were completely white (the good color, and from my ears back I am salt and pepper.  NOW THE LOST HAIR IS GROWING BACK!! I have some pepper in my bangss. My hair is curly, will blow out and with straightener I can get the smooth look, but humidity, gray texture, and curl equals frizz.  So I’m looking for help.  Any suggestions, ladies??

Posted by Talena on 03/03 at 09:00 AM

Carol, you have looked great at every age since I have known you! Congratulations on your new look and better yet, how you feel! Love, Lori

Posted by lpetrick on 03/04 at 08:16 AM

Carol has always been a beautifurl lady.Going gray made her more beautiful than I could imagine.I work with a nurse that did the same thing at 60,and she looks fantastic.I’m letting myself go gray too.What I have left.Good going,Carol.
Jon

Posted by jonq4u on 03/04 at 01:16 PM

Carol, good for you for going grey.  Grey doesn’t age you - attitude ages you.  I started graying at 20 (now 52). I was lucky - I greyed gracefully and never had the problem of white patches and salt & pepper areas at the same time.  I’m always told by others that they would pay a fortune to get the color I have naturally. I only colored it once in 1992 (actually my sisters forced me to) and hated it.  I have done lowlights a couple of times, but it’s not really worth the money.  The greyer my hair got, the shorter it got. But now, I’m looking for a short but soft and no fuss style. Good luck to anyone making the switch. - Sylvie

Posted by sadams on 03/05 at 04:22 AM

The gray Carol looks younger than dark Carol!

Posted by Plinkette on 03/05 at 06:49 PM

Carol,

You look awesome natural!  I’m 5 months behind you in the process (also cold turkey due to a PPD allergy).

I second your enthusiasm about Diana’s book it was/is my bible and inspiration on a subject foisted upon me by nature.  It’s wonderful she now put together this site! You were a young 65 with dark hair and even younger with silver.  Sometimes nature is smarter than we are!

Posted by morningstar on 03/06 at 02:42 AM

You’re an inspiration, Carol! I have to tell you, not only do you look prettier gray, you also appear SO MUCH HEALTHIER. It’s really amazing, the contrast. Good for you!

Posted by allispear on 03/11 at 01:40 PM

Carol, your newly acquired silver tresses are wonderful and very becoming.  The first picture of you, above, with the long, dark hair, is not nearly as flattering as the later pictures with silver/platinum hair. Keep it this way, and enjoy the freedom from constantly coloring and fussing with your hair.  I’ve finally decided to leave mine alone and leave it silver.... where it once was very dark.. eventhough the texture is somewhat changed, it is much more comfortable and easy to care for without constantly keeping up with color… and, after all, life should become easier as we age, not harder.  Thanks for sharing your story.

Posted by ChesTeena on 03/20 at 11:00 AM

Carol, your hair looks like it grows super fast! It’s also amazing how soft it looks! The texture of the hair looks so healthy! It’s no fun having a reaction is it? The itch after the burning stopped was the worst for me. You are definately a natural silver beauty!

Posted by elizabeth on 03/24 at 10:11 AM

Hi Carol,
I “cheated” when I was growing my hair out. I purchased hair pieces that you wrap around your hair when it’s in a small pony. I also had a longer piece that I would clip on, that one was like a long ponytail. I loved the freedom and flexability when using those. If your the type of person who likes to play with your hair and have different styles for the “mood” you’re in that day...they are great!
I also had burns...my eyes didn’t swell that time...they swelled about a 1 1/2 later while using a product for my face. I can’t even go into a chlorinated pool anymore w/o having a reaction to my face. It’s really a bummer. We are so unaware for the most part how toxic some hair and beauty products can be.
I found myself smiling when you said that you measure your hair...I do too! Remember...a watched pot never boils;-)A good friend told me to eat flax 2x a day and fish oil...that was supposed to help it grow. Now that summer is on it’s way, you’ll be “Cousin It” by fall

Posted by elizabeth on 03/24 at 12:34 PM

Good Mornin’ Carol

I wanted to explain my “Cousin It” joke...When I was growing out my hair, I kept telling my kids I wanted my hair to be as long as “Cousin It” They then asked..."we have a cousin named It”! So...my husband went to the library and rented The Adams Family series...they were then introduced to “Cousin It”
My hair always seems to grow faster in the summer...Maybe it’s from the boost of vitamins that we get from the sunshine?:coolsmile:

Posted by elizabeth on 03/27 at 04:58 AM

Boy do I remember those days!!! Isn’t it funny how for years we fought to hide the gray...now it can’t grow out fast enough! Hang in there...it is growing! Did you like the idea of trying some hair pieces? They were a sanity saver for me! I wish I could just give you mine...I don’t use them anymore...I have them neatly stored in the back of my drawer.By the way, I think that you have a very valid reason for a post winter warm up!!!!Good luck with the vacation;-)You’ll for sure come back looking like “Cuz It”

Posted by elizabeth on 03/27 at 06:31 AM

Hey! The 1980’s were great! BIG hair...BIG dresses...BIG banana combs;-)I’ll take a look and get back to you;-)

Posted by elizabeth on 03/27 at 09:11 AM

Don’t they look like fun?!? The “something special” looked a little smaller if you think the other is too “prom” like. I tried to find the type that I have...it’s got a metal comb in the middle and 2 bendable hair wires that come out from the center of the comb. Then you wrap them around your tiny pony tail...it looks real! It falls naturally...They’ve come such a long way with this sorta thing. Do you have a Mall that has a hair kiosk? The bigger Malls usually have someone selling hair peices. I know that some also have “home based” buisnesses too. Maybe look in the Yellowpages, it would be nice for you to try them on 1st so you can see what style works best for you.

Posted by elizabeth on 03/27 at 09:23 AM

There’s nothing as sweet as a “pick me up” when you need one most!Glad to hear that you are the recipient of one! have an awesome day! Keep smilin’

Posted by elizabeth on 03/27 at 11:13 AM

I hear sunshine will be coming to you on Saturday or at the latest Monday

Posted by elizabeth on 03/27 at 12:47 PM

So Carol...anything new??? Any sunshine where you are

Posted by elizabeth on 03/31 at 01:18 PM

Hey!!! Life is so good! Many warm smiles come your way

P.S.did you hear of the email plan to Rachel Ray? (S3)

Elizabeth

Posted by elizabeth on 03/31 at 04:41 PM

Yea we’re going to try to get Diana, her book and website on Rachael Ray, Ellen, and Operah. We’re all emailing Rachael Ray’s show this week suggesting they do a segment on Going gray.
email RR show this week at

Lori

Posted by Plinkette on 03/31 at 05:07 PM

Have been busy at work and though I have kept up with the board messages here haven’t posted in awhile.....loving the activity and the buzz!

Time for TV indeed!  Ellen and Oprah are a natural....especially Oprah.  I’m confused though...thought Rachel Ray was solely cooking/food network fare?  Does she do lifestyle and beauty on her show too?

Posted by morningstar on 04/01 at 02:00 AM

You are a Morningstar!! Looks like you were shining way before the sun came up this mornin’

Yep...I went onto the Rachel Ray web page and she has a lot of different facets to her show. Lots of cooking ideas of course...but there was also a number of other categories that she touches on.

So...let the adventure begin;-)

Have a great day!

Posted by elizabeth on 04/01 at 03:55 AM

Mornin’

I just posted on Ellen...she was asking for fun/interesting websites! Of course I knew of one right away;-)

I’m trying to figure out how to “link” her website...if someone knows how to do it (lori;-) can you help?

Posted by elizabeth on 04/01 at 06:14 AM

I read RR show is contracted to stay on air through 2010.
She has a lot of beauty/lif style segments on the show.

Now her shows on foodnetwork is all food related.

Next week will bombard either Ellen or Oprah.
Will keep it until we get a response! LOL

Posted by Plinkette on 04/01 at 06:15 AM

Here’s Ellen’s site to make show suggestions:
http://ellen.warnerbros.com/show/respond/?PlugID=10

Lori

Posted by Plinkette on 04/01 at 06:41 AM

Here a statement from King world coning the rumor the RR show being canceled:
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2008/03/13/report-rachael-ray-getti_n_91288.html

So keep emailing her show too

Lori

Posted by Plinkette on 04/01 at 07:06 AM

Hi Lori

You are a terrific “Tech”!! Thanks for making things easier for “computer challenged” individuals like myself

Posted by elizabeth on 04/01 at 07:28 AM

What can I say?  THANKS, ALL!!! I’m so amazed that you’re taking this “on the road.” Well, on the air. . . HOPEFULLY!  D.

Posted by Diana Jewell on 04/01 at 08:47 AM

Hey,Oprah has a thing on Jamie Lee Curtis going gray and everything. And asking if she has inspired you. I said yeas and Diana’s book. So lets all get on their and send her to this site
https://www.oprah.com/plugger/templates/BeOnTheShow.jhtml?action=respond&plugId=323900002

Lori

Posted by Plinkette on 04/01 at 11:15 AM

Hi Lori --
Thanks for this tip.  I did it too—bragging about ALL of you!  D.

Posted by Diana Jewell on 04/01 at 01:20 PM

hello everyone
I have just found this site and am very excited about it.  I tried to go natural a couple of years ago and when I look back at pics now I wish I had persevered, but lack of confidence and support meant I caved in to stylists advice and started colouring again.  Since the grey/white roots show within 2-3 weeks now, I want to pack in the colouring game and spend the ludicrous amounts of money it costs at the hairdressers on something more rewarding. I only hope I can be as brave as the women featured here. A trip to Paris, the capital of chic women, in May will be the biggest test of my nerve! 

Posted by marianugent on 04/08 at 01:07 PM

Ohhhh!

Good for you!!!! It will be so worth it! You have a wild and crazy support group here! It takes a “village” to grow a great head of gray/silver/salt-n-pepper,etc… hair!!!

Keep the faith

Posted by elizabeth on 04/08 at 01:13 PM

Hi Maria—want to say Welcome, too!  And I see you’ve ordered the book already, so thank you!  Now—how long are your “roots” at the moment? I so wish we could send you a ColorMark, but as they only ship to Canada and the US, I’m afraid I can’t.  But if you have itty bitty roots, you might try a root-hider for your trip to Paris. That will get you through without permanently affecting the color of your hair. Be sure to cruise the Café Gray section of this website for lots of Member tips!  And do stick around for all the encouragement in the world! D.

Posted by Diana Jewell on 04/08 at 02:38 PM

Good Evening Carol

O.K...I get my flax seed(ground) and the coconut oil at our local Whole Foods Store. The coconut oil comes in a plastic jar...it looks like lard or pale yellow butter. You put a little in your hand and the heat from your hands rubbing together turns it into a liquid. I then apply it mostly to the ends of my hair. I like to use it after I shower in the evening, I just put a pillow case on that I don’t care about. I like that it has all night to soak in…

The flax I get ground, you can buy your flax in seed form and grind it at home too. I find that it is easier to just buy it ground. It is found in the vitamin section but in the fridge/cooler. I have my flax with my yogurt or on a salad...it has a pleasant nutty flavor.

Sweet Dreams Carol

Posted by elizabeth on 04/08 at 07:54 PM

Happy Hunting

Gonna have to try the tea!

Posted by elizabeth on 04/09 at 04:55 AM

Hello Carol
Could I suggest a product called Philip Kingsley Elasticizer. http://www.philipkingsley.com
I buy it in the Uk but I believe it was developed for woman experiencing burnout frizz from the hot summers in the Hamptons so should be available in America. You put it on pre shampoo and leave for 10-20 mins. It certainly leaves hair very soft and shiny and only needs to be applied every few weeks.
Hope this helps

Posted by marianugent on 04/11 at 06:19 AM

P.S.
I have a question for you Carol. From your first picture above how long did you let the new natural hair come in before you had your hair cut into the shorter style? My hair is about the same length and style as yours in that pic.
Was there a certain optimum length you let the regrowth reach before you went for the layered look?
I am 5 weeks now from last colour and coping ok with regrowth, although I am thinking of chucking out all the mirrors in the house to stop me constantly checking my image as I pass!!

Posted by marianugent on 04/11 at 07:11 AM

Hi Carol --
Want to add more to your question about sun affecting the color of your hair. I know you’ve read the book, so you know all about sun bleaching away the “blue” molecules (and yes, there’s “blue” in silver, too), leaving a yellow tinge.  Just want to say—don’t worry too much about this.  In my 4 years of “pewter/ice”, nothing drastic has happened.  And I’m one of those loonies who sit out in the summer sun in the Hamptons. (Which, Philip Kingsley, isn’t any hotter than anywhere else!)

Now, there ARE times when I feel it’s lost its crispness of tone (could that be a little yellow sneaking in?), so that’s when I use a “blue” shampoo.  Only about once a month. And it brings it right back.

Maria is right about doing something special for your hair, though, because sun is drying, frying and damaging. So a good conditioning treatment, like the one she recommended, or really any on these pages never hurts.  Check out the Soleil collection from Kérastase (available in salons). It’s formulated for hair exposed to UV rays, salt and chlorine.  Lots of good choices there—from a mist spray that protects hair from UV rays, to a balancing shampoo, mask, and deep conditioning treatment. Hope this helps—have a great vacation! D.

Posted by Diana Jewell on 04/11 at 07:54 AM

Carol!!!

You look beautiful and so does that gorgeous head of hair!

Congrats!! Have fun on your vacation!

Posted by elizabeth on 04/14 at 04:01 AM

Carol
Thank you so much for explaining the cold turkey process you experienced. As the saying goes “forewarned is forearmed” so I feel much more prepared now for what lies ahead.
I have just seen your latest photo and think how much younger and fresher you look with your natural colour.
Here’s hoping I am so lucky!!
Have a jolly good holiday.

Posted by marianugent on 04/14 at 10:34 AM

Carol, I just saw your newest pic. you look just beautiful, and your hair, WOW, the color is so pretty.  I smiled at the bit where you mention you measure your hair, I thought I was obsessing when I did that-nice to know many of us do!! I can’t wait for mine to be long enough to cut off all the dyed hair.

Posted by pam40 on 04/17 at 04:09 AM

Your hair looks great. I,m letting my hair go gray also, I hope it does not take to long for it to grow out. I,m in the three tone stage right now gray/brown/and dye on the end.

Posted by punky on 04/17 at 02:32 PM

Carol, your latest photo is wonderful and the red and blue that you are wearing really sets your new gray off. I’m at 8 weeks now which is the beginning of a rough stage but hearing that you felt 12 weeks was better is giving me the encouragement I need for the next month ahead. I have to travel in a week or so and meet some people I’ve never met before so I think I will bring some hats and Roux Fanciful. I’m sure the hotel won’t be pleased when they see the towels!

Posted by Shara on 04/21 at 07:49 PM

Hi Carol!

I gotta tell you about this hat that my friend gave me as a gift! It’s a “Helen Kaminski”...I wasn’t familar with the name, but I sure am a fan now!  You’d love it! It’s a classy version of a baseball cap...its wonderfully feminine and a great way to protect our precious grays from the intense sunshine of summer!

The hat designer is out of Australia...look her up, you’ll love them! 

Till next time...S3

P.S.Did you go on your vacation yet?

Posted by elizabeth on 05/06 at 04:23 PM

Hello Carol
I wanted to tell you how much I like your natural hair colour. With this softer frame around your face your skin really glows and radiates health. It is so much prettier on you than the old dark colour. Oh, and I too measure my hair! I like to work out how much growth I can expect in a year and in two years and how long my hair will be.
Sharon

Posted by Sharon on 05/15 at 03:42 PM

Hello Carol, thank you for the compliments. I think you look amazing too. Isn’t the process exciting?

Posted by Sharon on 05/16 at 03:58 AM

Hi Carol, I just read your story and you do look wonderful with your natural color. And so happy too!  I hope more women find this site and Diana’s book. I think of her as our Moses come to set the slaves of Lady Clairol free. Take care. Sallee

Posted by sallee on 07/29 at 02:47 PM

hehehee—I’ve been called a lot of things, but never Moses!  Geeeeesh.  Maybe I should whip off a few commandments—Thou shalt not color thy hair! Nahh, doesn’t have the same ring. Besides, if you want to color to get through transitioning, it’s not a sin!  Sallee, you’re too funny! 

Posted by Diana Jewell on 07/29 at 04:43 PM

Hi Carol, newbie Lulu here, I am waiting for my newly ordered book to arrive and cannot wait to read through it!!  You look so good with you beautiful silver hair.  I am so excited to see my own transformation, although I certainly have a ways to go.  If it turns out like your hair I will be so happy!! 

Posted by lulubell on 08/10 at 01:24 PM

Carol, you are one year ahead of me. My last dye, and PPD reaction was July 3rd of 2008. I know I have a way to go, but my question is how long before I have a healthy scalp again. I did see a dermatologist, but she said it is healing, be patient. I am now 10 weeks, and my scalp is still not 100%, maybe 50%. I switched to Aveda scalp sensitive shampoo, and it has helped. I am 60, and a retired R.N., and really ready for the short pixie. My hair was copper red, chin lenght bob, now I am calico. I will wait until I have enough gray, to still look feminine. I am so thankful for this site, and I do have the book. I just wish the transition process did not take so long.

Posted by karlee on 09/19 at 01:59 PM

Carol - I was just dropping in to see if there was an updated photo since the last time I checked. How long is your hair now, and will you be sending in a new photo soon? :o) Just wondering what your pretty gray looks like these days.

Posted by greeneyes on 11/20 at 05:49 PM

Carol - So excited to see your new photo! Your hair looks so pretty and shiny! And also the length is more like your before transition picture! You have such a great color. You simply look wonderful. :o)

Thanks for taking the time to update us. I know you’ve been busy with your family, but glad to have you back. :o)

Posted by greeneyes on 11/20 at 10:22 PM

Hello again everyone.

I last posted in April. Carol, your latest picture is really very nice. It is great to contrast it with your original shot where you have the same style but very dark colouring. In my opinion the later pic lightens your face and takes years off you.
I am almost there with the “grow out” and have been pleasantly surprised at how easy the journey has been once you get over the initial few months.
My biggest dilemma at the mo is finding a new stylist, as my regular chap has moved salon and I can’t track him down. The salon is being tight lipped about where he moved to. I think this sort of trade jealousy is quite common but so frustrating as he was very supportive and involved in my transition.
Oh well I suppose I will just have to bite the bullet and try a new hairdressers. “Worse things happen at sea” as they say

Posted by marianugent on 11/21 at 04:07 AM

Carol, you look awesome, I am amazed at how healthy your hair looks!!  Your are truly an inspiration to all of us who are still in the throws of transitioning!

Posted by lulubell on 11/21 at 05:25 AM

Carol, I’ve just seen your newest photograph and I love how your hair looks. The colour is so flattering to your skin and I think you look younger than with the dark hair.
Sharon

Posted by Sharon on 11/21 at 05:31 AM

Carol, your gray, and hair style are just gorgeous. Your hair looks so shiny, and healthy. Can you tell me what hair products you use on your hair for that wonderful shine. I love following your transformation, as I am exactly one year behind you. My scalp is back to normal, so my hair is growing at a more normal rate of 1/2 inch per month. I am still a calico, but keeping my hair pretty short. Still too much dye left. I am now at 20 weeks, and have a long way to go. Next cut will be a 23 weeks, so I may go for the big, final chop. These stories keep me going. Thanks for sharing. Karen

Posted by karlee on 11/21 at 05:53 AM

Thanks for the updated photo Carol!  You are getting younger looking as time goes by!  Like you I often I am sidetracked from the computer...and can’t seem to keep up with the site when I do get back on its always amazing to see how much I have missed.

Posted by morningstar on 11/22 at 03:49 AM

Carol, I REALLY like your newest style!!

Posted by grayme on 11/25 at 09:06 AM

Carol

Just saw you newest photo .. and WOW ! What a beautiful, beatiful look for you!

I’ve just started the transition. My hair dresser just chopped off over 9” of length, and I’m sporting a short, choppy cut (almost as short as a pixie).

I’ll be taking photos this weekend of my long hair, my new cut, and my precious little 1/2"+ of silver roots.

Thanks for sharing your story and photos.

You look stunning.

RuffDiamond

Posted by RuffDiamond on 11/25 at 01:12 PM

Carol, the color, the cut is just great. You are radiant, really. 

Posted by sallee on 11/25 at 02:21 PM

You’re welcome, Carol! Happy Thanksgiving to you, as well! :o)

Posted by greeneyes on 11/25 at 08:26 PM

wonderful look...the color is sooo pretty...you just proved mother nature does know best!!!! it is just such a softer look all the way around!!!
have enjoyed your story and all the pictures!!
louann

Posted by louann on 12/01 at 07:53 AM

Carol,

Just wanted to add my comment about how great your hair looks or is it “grayt”? 

Mary

Posted by Silverhair on 12/01 at 08:33 AM

Gray for sure!  Looks GREAT!

Posted by graytnw on 12/01 at 06:59 PM

Carol~ Wow!  Just saw the new pictures!
You look amazing- absolutely beautiful!  And your hair looks so healthy!  You are yet another GGLG cover girl! - Helen

Posted by Thisyear on 12/02 at 08:26 PM

Oh yay! Another picture! Love it! Again, you look wonderful and your hair is such a pretty, shining color. Thanks for another update. :o)

Posted by greeneyes on 12/02 at 08:43 PM

Carol - your color is gorgeous!!! It’s amazing to see the way it has changed throughout the process and now all I see is shining silver!

Posted by grayincali on 12/03 at 12:05 PM

nothing better than that!!!
congrats on a JOB WELL DONE !!
LOUANN

Posted by louann on 12/03 at 03:41 PM

Hi Carol, I agree with everyone above.  You look amazing with your gray hair. 

Marisa

Posted by Marisa on 12/08 at 04:53 AM

Hey Carol,

Holy Moly - you look fantastic!

Posted by oneofthefew on 01/06 at 04:02 PM

Hi oneofthefew
It’s so funny--I am just beginning to realize the “blonde hair attraction mystery” (with complete strangers!!!)
I agree with Chaz in Diana’s book-----
After being a very dark brunette all my life --I am having so much fun and really enjoying being as close to platium as I will ever experience.
thanks,
carol

Posted by carols story on 01/09 at 09:13 AM

brrrrrrr!
Hey--- any “Michigander Silver Sisters” out there?
This snowbird is heading South tomorrow--any meet-ups in the making for Ann Arbor Mi area after March? --count me in!

Posted by carols story on 01/15 at 09:19 AM

Carol your hair is beautiful. it helps me along t he going gray path to read all the wonderful posts and look at the pics of the before and doing and after phase. it is amazing to see how truely beautiful natural is!

Posted by joannt50 on 01/24 at 04:51 PM

Joanne50
thank you so much for writing your kind words and compliments--it took some time to get ‘there’ but alot of patience and encouragement from this site helped along the way...I hope that you get my response to you---- since I have only been able to receive comments from “my story”. I seem to be unable to get any of the members comments in the other sections (ie)"talk on” or “newbies"---although I would really enjoy reading them. I looked for you in the newbies--but did not find your picture--if you have one--- please let me know at this site,,, since I would like to see it, and follow your progress.
best of luck with it
carol

Posted by carols story on 01/25 at 06:41 PM

Carol—have you posted in any of those other sections before? You only get notifications of postings if you are “active” in a chat.

If you have, the other thing I can suggest is going into Your Account Control Panel, look at the email section, and see if you have checked off “notify me” etc. etc.

Hope this helps you get your notifications!

Posted by Diana Jewell on 01/26 at 07:06 AM

Carol, I enjoyed watching your transistion from dark to beautiful silver locks, and you look so naturally gorgeous and comfortable with the new you. I can’t hardly wait until my silver streaks grow out too. (I only have 1 inch growth) anyways, thanks for having the guts to put up with your hair growth and sending in your pictures, I’m sure you’ve encouraged a lot of newbies, just as well you did with me.

Posted by classystreaks on 02/17 at 05:55 PM

You did this newbie! It’s a lot harder for a dark brunette but you give me hope. 

Posted by Medusa on 02/20 at 03:48 PM

Hi Carol,I just wanted to let you know you look so so pretty with your silver hair.You give me hope,my hair has been colored dark brownfor so many years,I really do not know what I was thinking because my hair was light brown growing up,I really think when my grey comes in I will look younger,without all this dark hair.Thank you agian Ruth

Posted by new york on 03/07 at 11:10 AM

Carool I’ve been thinking of you lately and hopped onto the site to see what you have been up to. I love the latest picture of you that is shown...you look amazing! Hope all is well! Have a wonderful start to Spring

Posted by elizabeth on 03/18 at 12:20 PM

Dang it! I hate typos! Sorry Carol~ I DO know how to spell your name

Posted by elizabeth on 03/18 at 12:21 PM

Carol,Went back to your picture today,It always me helps me to look forward,Now I am dealing with the faded out look,I still like the cut,I guess I do not want people to think I am letting my self go,That would be so far from the truth, thanks for letting me vent,I still never what to color agian,sometimes I feel like a little kid waiting for xmas.When i can figure out how to cut my pic I will send them in Ruth

Posted by new york on 03/18 at 01:29 PM

Seeing your transition is encouraging to me.
You were beautiful with dark hair for sure, but your silver simply glitters!  It’s gorgeous!!
Barbara

Posted by Barbara on 05/07 at 09:51 PM

Hey, Carol - How’s it going?????

Posted by grayme on 07/14 at 09:14 AM

Carol,

You look fantastic in your new silver!  Thanks for sharing your journey!

Boy, I feel so much like you did about attending a wedding with the Color Mark assist at the very beginning of your process.  One of my “kids” (actually my daughter’s dear friend) is getting married in a week, and I am going to wait for another week after to do the highlights thing and ditch the color pen.  Then it is off to the races....

Thanks again for the inspiration!

Beth (Shine On)

Posted by shine-on on 08/01 at 09:19 AM

Beth
Good Luck!!!! and You will find the growing out time just flying by with all the inspiration and support that you will get form this site.
Have fun with it!!
It is all about the attitude---
carol

Posted by carols story on 08/01 at 09:30 AM

Dear Carol,

As a “Story Girl,” you’ve inspired so many of us here on GGLG. But imagine what your story could do on Oprah! As you may or may not know, Goldie is doing a write-in campaign. But it’s more than that.  As a former Oprah makeover girl herself, she knows the producers to reach and is going to send in a book of our “Letters to Oprah.” I know some of us have written individually to Oprah before, but these can get easily lost in the 20,000 emails a day the show receives.  This effort will be carefully targeted, and we will have strength in numbers. I urge you to go to the homepage, and see the “Hello, Oprah” link. Called Goldie’s Campaign, it will tell you all you need to know to share your story, once again, only this time, you may have Oprah herself reading it! Please join us in this campaign. Begin your letter “Dear Oprah,"-- and don’t forget to mention the website and/or book. Doesn’t have to be long, just from the heart. Thanks!

Posted by SoCalSilver on 08/05 at 10:09 PM

Carol, I was just wondering if you have kept the same hairstyle as your last photo?

Posted by grayme on 09/02 at 09:05 AM

Carol your story is one of my favorites, particularly because I have dark hair too, and also started transition (over again, after a colorist set me back) in July! I can look at your pics and see what I have to look forward to on the same timeline. Very encouraging! 

You look gorgeous with the silver light around your face; it’s always fascinated me to see that in the before and after pictures of our Sisters. As my Doctor,a fellow Silver, said the other day, nature gives us the hair color to enhance our skin tone. Thanks for sharing your story!

Posted by Medusa on 09/03 at 02:46 PM

Love the new photo Carol - your hair is so shiny and a great, great colour!! 

Jane xx

Posted by Jane on 11/10 at 12:28 PM

Carol, do you still have the same hair style?  I love the one in the photo where you are holding a glass.

Posted by grayme on 12/03 at 02:47 PM

Beautiful!

Posted by Donna C on 02/18 at 07:01 PM