By Tobi Schwartz-Cassell
It’s true. My husband now has blue hair.
Don’t get me wrong, though. It’s not that weird ‘old lady blue hair’ from the 70s. This is blatantly blue hair. Cobalt blue. Royal blue. Pantone’s 2020 Color of the Year: Classic Blue.
It…is…BLUE.
And it was on purpose.
A couple nights ago, our daughter was dying her hair blue. No biggie. She’s had purple hair, orange, green, you name it. The motto in this home is, It’s Only Hair.
So she had some blue dye left over, and asked Stan if she could dye his hair. Without even thinking, he said yes. It wasn’t because he’d always dreamed of having a blue head. I’d wager he’d never even given it a thought. But he made the decision in the blink of an eye.
He did it simply because he loves her and wanted to make her happy. It’s only hair.
And without even realizing it, Stan was putting forth a valuable life lesson for Jardin. He was teaching her to set the bar high for the day when she meets, “The One.” In other words, it’s not just the big important things that count, but the little ones, too. Like the things that make you scream with delight (and boy, did she!). Like the time you and your dad dyed your hair blue together.
Stay healthy and safe through this month of July, and remember, it’s the little things in life that show you care for others. Wear a mask and wash your hands. Easy little stuff like that make a BIG difference in showing others you care.
Virtual hugs,
❤,
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Love you guys!!!! What a beautiful bonding experience between father and daughter before she left the nest! Unforgettable. What I call a “life moment!” These life moments last in the mind and heart long after the photo fades!
Love the papa smurf look! You definitely have a keeper there. Enjoy those moments. Wishing Jardin best of luck in her new place!
Thank you, Sandy. Your papa smurf comment made me laugh.
I gave the wrong link in the email. The story of Jardin’s new adventure is at: https://www.franksandbeans.net/empty-nesters-2.
Thanks again! <3 <3
Very cool!
That is AWESOME!
I love the blue hair! He’s so brave.
Love it! It really made me smile.
A man looks good when he makes his girls smile
Marie Gilbert
Lol Stan the Man. Between the blue hair, no glasses on, and no teeth showing, I barely recognized him. There’s no mistaking the laughter and love though. ❤
Thank you everyone! And I love the blue, too. 🙂
Wonderful memories and future family stories will forever be shared.. Doesn’t get any better that that!
He looks like a Rock Star. Love it.
He’s a trendsetter. Before you know it men everywhere will be sporting bright colors in their hair.
Nothing like a Fathers love for his daughter!
And you’re teeth comment was perfect
I think the happiness in this photo says it all. What a beautiful thing!
What a great bonding experience, and absolutely something that I would expect from Stan!
Papa Smurf!!
Stan looks awesome! You have a keeper there.
I’m looking forward to the next craft event and to go glamping again! Your events are so much fun! And we get lots of great prizes!
They are adorable!! Love that shade of blue!