Big hair and Cinderella Balls
I have chick lit hair now. :bighair: It’s flippy, cute, trendy, and I love it. 
What is it about getting a haircut that’s so liberating? I love trying new things. My worst disaster was the Friends haircut. I looked like Jennifer Aniston, only using a lawnmower to cut my hair. Too short. My face also looks very pudgy if I try the elfin look. Some people can be a waif. Not me.
Have you ever noticed how, in hair magazines, the models have long bangs and a smoldering expression. “I shall make LOVE to the camera, my little cabbage.” If I had hair like that, I’d be whuffing it out of my face and screaming, “Cut it off! Cut it off!!”
When I traveled to Europe with my husband, I was in awe at how fashionable people were in Rome and in Paris. I felt gawky in my jeans and T-shirt. When I got home, I resolved to dress better. But then again, with the price of dry cleaning, maybe there’s something to be said for machine-washable. Plus, when I had my kids, you get a permanent stain on your shoulder. I am a human chew toy, apparently.
But that’s the great thing about the RWA National Conference (yes, I’m going!!). You can leave the kids for a few days, wear glamorous clothing, hob nob with your favorite authors, and grovel at the feet of editors. For a short time, you can be someone else. At my last conference, I was invited to attend the Harlequin party with a close friend of mine, and let me tell you, I felt like Cinderella. Who me? Hide in the corner? No way. I was out there dancing my brains out. It was a blast. Here’s a photo of the occasion. Now here’s hoping I get my own invitation this year! 
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Suzanne Says:
You look beautiful, dahlink!
kacey Says:
Hey you party animal you
So do we get to see a picture of the new chicklit haircut?? Or do we have to wait to Reno?? 
Notice that I equate Reno with drinking??? 
Caro Says:
::Sigh:: I’m not going, so I’m starting to get conference envy.
You look great in the photo, btw.:smile:
Tori Says:
I loved hearing about your Adventures in Harlequin Party Land last year.
Amy K. Says:
You look great! And I have to ask…how did you find something to wear (that looks so good :)) if you hadn’t planned on it? I’m in awe.
I’ll be in Reno too…maybe we can meet!
Jill Says:
Let’s see the new hair!!
Michelle Says:
Kacey–wait ’til Reno.
Amy–Three words: After Prom Sales.
I found that puppy marked down 75%. It was going to be my gown for the GH/Ritas, and I got to wear it twice.
Caro–thanks. Don’t worry–we’ll all post plenty of pictures!
Mary Says:
What a beautiful picture. I can’t wait for July and RWA.
Bring on the fun.
Larissa Says:
I SO want to go. You must post about every little detail!