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 Just
a short update from a proud Mommy. On December 27th Jillian
donated her 12-inch ponytail to LOCKS of LOVE (14 inches were
cut in all). She was ready for the big event but a bit impatient
saying, “When can I go? When will you be done?” and “Do you
have to blow dry it too?” It was asking a lot for a 5 year
old to sit for a whole hour. Diana, of Portfolio Salon, having
the patience of a saint, kept her interested while Mom was
taking pictures and video taping. In the months leading up
to the haircut we had often discussed how no matter what she’d
look like afterwards it really wouldn’t matter because, unlike
some kids, her hair will grow back.
I felt like I took in my little girl
and brought out a young lady. As her Dad says, “Jillian has
a kicky new do”. More importantly, she is learning a valuable
lesson about giving this Christmas season. Jillian knows that
her hair will help a sick child feel great about themselves.
Her own grandmother had chemotherapy for breast cancer, but
Jill didn’t think Mimi would look good as a blonde. I also
told Jillian about my young friend Stephanie who got a wig
when she lost her hair due to leukemia. While Mimi is doing
great, we lost Stephanie after a 2-year battle. This event
will remind us of all the angels we have in heaven. Needless
to say, Jillian’s heart feels warm all over as does ours.
Even the youngest of children have something special to give
just like the drummer boy who only had his music to play for
the baby Jesus.
 Parents
with young children might be interested in the book “The Giving
Box” written by Mr. Rogers. You know, the man who sings “Won’t
you be my neighbor?” This year, we decided to give Jill an
allowance of $1.50 per week. She can spend 50¢, save 50¢,
and donate 50¢ (i.e. church). We hope to teach the value of
money, patience in saving for something really special as
well as satisfying immediate gratification. Gumballs are at
the top of her list. By the way, we are not tying this to
any chores. We expect her to set and clear the table, feed
the dog and clear the family room without pay because we are
a family and a team. We help out each other because we love
one another.
If ever your child is interested in
donating a ponytail (it must be at least 10 inches long) we
have all the details and would be happy to assist you. It
takes 15 ponytails to complete one wig!
God Bless you this year and always.
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