Post # 10

 

Comparing Lengths VIDEO's: KNEE & PAST FLOOR

plus some personal info.

 

There is a 4 year span between these 2 measuring videos and shows 2 very different lengths, knee and past floor and a 18"length difference.

 

I trimmed a lot between knee and floor and struggled with thickness and a solid hemline. 

I experienced lots of frustration heading to ankles and the journey was slower with frequent trimming, shedding and an inverse V in the hem which I never talked about before, but the V is now pretty much gone. (I think)

 

I trimmed 1/4 the growth for almost 4 years and gained/kept 18". Again I was focusing somewhat on health over length by trimming but still gained length.

My hair grows about 6" per year.  

Approximate calculations: at 6" per year x 4 yr  would =24" then subtracting the 18" gain would = 6" trimmed during this period or 1/4 of the growth each year.

So in 4 years I trimmed off 1 years worth of growth.

 

When I reached ankles, my focus was not on hair for almost 3 years(due to a family illness) and instead of trimming it to maintain at ankle, I just let it go knowing I would trim it someday to whatever length I wanted.

I did not want to cut it for very personal reasons. I never intended on having floor length hair or past floor hair as I saw no point in it.. Now with all of this hair, I can cut a significant amount and STILL have very long hair! Another positive factor is that my BANGS which I started growing out in 2005 (advice of the late George Michael and those who he worked with) are now to my calves. I always wanted my hair to be ONE LENGTH.

 

Retro 2009 video of measuring my hair.(not HD) Knee length here (54") and my original goal as I grew from classic length in 2005. I STILL love this length! Still long but more manageable. Thicker straight hemline here (but far from perfect.) I continued to ankles after knee.Why? A personal test of my hair genes and I wanted the journey to continue. The journey between knee and ankles was not fun, but I kept trying because I really try to be patient and not give up.I had to do this once in my life. With help, encouragement and advice from a couple special friends, I made it.

 

 

(Below)

My longer hair being measured and combed in 2014. Being married to someone who loves long hair is great, but there comes a time when it is even too long for him! (and me) He supports me with my decision to trim quite a bit. He filmed this video :) This is one of my favorite videos. Hair about 72". Shows how to get a accurate measure. This helps when you are charting your growth since you start at hairline and go over back of your head to the tips of your hair. I can even easily measure my own hair like this too. Just grab behind your back and grasp the hair and the tape, drop the tape at hair line, then bring hair to the front and glide your other hand down the tape measure. It's a lot like my self trim method.

 

 

 So here are the 2 similar videos and you can really see a big difference in length and maybe hair quality(ends mainly). I NEED a thicker hemline in the future. Hair that I do not step on, hair that is not dragging the floor and hair that I can wear down more.

I tested my hair to the maximum by just leaving it alone!  

Yes it is STILL growing, but not all of my hair will reach the 86" that it is today.

 

A journey takes many twists and turns. Sometimes you look back and appreciate what you passed and want to go back. I reached the top of the mountain but I can't live here!

 

When I have time, I want to get a few last photos and maybe a video.

This is taking longer than expected as I have been very busy.

 

 

 

Thank you for reading and following 😊

 

Post #9

As I get ready to trim my hair I wanted to make a poll to see what you think.

I have noticed many different opinions in the last few months from friends and fans and thought it would be fun to make a poll so all can see.

Some people could care less and some are very upset I am trimming my hair. Others understand the difficulties or challenges of extreme length. Some are with me no matter what. What do you think? Lets take a POLL!

Perhaps viewing my recent slideshow will give you an idea of the many lengths I have had.

To VOTE in the POLL please 
CLICK HERE

I tried to post the poll here on my blog but it didn't work right! 

Nothing to sign up for to vote and you can view the results right away!
The poll is on a safe page over on my long hair site. 

I will trim my hair after I make 1 or 2 more videos to record the final longest length. I am trying to do this as soon as possible and move on with the trim.

In the meantime, here is a poll to keep this blog active! 
Thanks for your participation! (and your patience) My hair is about 84" long and past the floor for anyone wondering. If you rather leave a comment, please feel free to do so below!

Post#8

After a long absence I am back. 5 months ago I lost someone I was very close too.
I am doing better and I thank everyone who was so kind to leave messages here.

This blog is about finding my best hair length. I have not cut/trimmed my hair yet but now I am ready.  I wanted to share some videos of the length so you can get an idea of how long it is and to leave some history behind. I never planned on my hair getting this long, my limit was ankles. It is now about 84" long, way past floor. To be perfectly honest, these videos are from last year and I never had the time or desire to edit and post them until now.

So as I get back into posting here, lets start by seeing the length so I can start my reverse journey. Although my hair is slightly longer than in these videos it will show you a good example. Honestly, its just too long. I never wear it down and I can't stand stepping on it.
It needs a good trim. Long hair is not all about "the longest"and I will be happier when it is at a more manageable and practical length. So a little at a time (possibly months between trims) I will be finding my best length and sharing thoughts about it through this blog including photo's and videos.
I will still have long hair and I never plan on cutting it short. It's been an amazing journey to this length. I have learned so much and had so much fun sharing and meeting others with long hair interest.

Health over length now! Are you with me?

Here is my hair curled. It just shows up better on video when it is curled!

And one making a ponytail with the curls when they loosened up later in the day.

Thank you for your patience! 

Post# 7

It's been almost 6 months since I posted. 
All of my plans have been put on hold for now due to a family illness. I have been the main caretaker and have not had the right time to do my trim. I want to do it with a happy state of mind, clear thinking and not regret anything.
I also wanted to do some before videos and honestly, I just lost the drive to do hair related projects during such a difficult time in my life. I did get a few photos.

I hope anyone following this blog will understand the reasons for the pause. I fully intended on posting every month. My hair is probably about 84-85" right now.I honestly quit measuring it for now. It is longer than I ever imagined it would ever be. When I reached ankle length my family member began their downward journey. Other issues in my life also zapped my drive. Stress caused a major shedding phase too.My hair has been surviving things I have put it through. Having to jump up in the middle of the night to care for the ill several times, being away from home has made me start wearing my hair up in a bun to sleep, which I really hate to do. Combing, brushing and washing became a luxury. I never imagined my life could change so much so fast. Knots were the enemy from hardly combing it or having the patience to care for it. So I have left my hair alone and not been thinking about it much. That is how to get your hair long in the first place right?

I also was afraid to cut it fearing it would be unlucky during this hard time. I needed all the positive forces I could keep!

My hair journey has been long. When the time is right I plan to trim.
For now please enjoy what I have posted over the last 10 years online.

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Finding my best hair length will continue...just with a pause for a while.

Here is a special Hair History Video for you which includes hair progress and some of my first bun photos. It ends at 2010 at about lower calf length.

Thanks for listening. I will be back...
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JJJLONGHAIR