My mom's hair has been gray or white for as long as I can remember. When I was born it was dark, but I think it was not long after I was born that it started going gray... hmm what does that say about me?
But everyone knew and could spot my mom because of her hair. She always got compliments on what a beautiful color it was.
When I was in high school I was in marching band. We would go to competitions all over the state; including the final state competition at the University of Illinois in Champaign-Urbana. And my mom; she came to every competition, even if it meant driving several hours to get there. We would march out onto the field and get into our places ready to start. Before we began I would scan the crowds. I could always find her, her beautiful white/gray hair was a sure giveaway every-time. I would see her there and knew she was there for me. At a time in life when kids often don't want their parents around, and I didn't necessarily always want mine around, I took pride in saying my mom came to everyone of my shows... very few kids could say that.
So with Mother's Day fast approaching, thank you mom. Thank you for always loving me and supporting me and being there. And I am glad you never dyed you hair, I could always find you that way.
I have a streak of gray in my bangs that I refuse to color. I'm trying to enjoy getting older instead of fighting it. I'll let you know if it works.
ReplyDeleteShe's beautiful! :)
ReplyDeleteMy Nana always had hair just like your Mom's and I adored it so very much. I'm keeping my fingers crossed that I got that gene and some day, just might hold off on my hennaing to find out!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful hair, obviously beautiful person too. Enjoyed learning about your younger days in band (I played the french horn). When I sit in the silence of our Quaker meeting house, I admire the women there who have let it go gray, strand by strand. Wish I had that courage.
ReplyDeleteI love that color of hair! Hope I can have it as I age. I think it's beautiful.
ReplyDeleteShe's lucky because she has that beautiful white silvery color. My grandma had that. I always hoped I would too. NOT YET though!
ReplyDeleteShe is beautiful! I love women who embrace their gray!
ReplyDeleteSuch a sweet post. I loved LOVED reading it. Your mom really is great. I wish I got to see her more.
ReplyDeleteWhat beautiful memories you have of her. And how wonderful she never dyed it. Such a great way for you to be able to always find her. Love it. And I love that she was always there for you. Mothers really are wonderful.
ReplyDeleteMy grandmother had white beautiful hair like that for years, too. I also always loved it. What a nice touching tribute to your mom. She is lovely.
ReplyDeleteWhat a sweet post and a sweet mother you have!
ReplyDelete2 thumbs up to your mom for not one, but TWO parrots on her arm at the same time.
ReplyDeleteShe does have cool hair.
If my hair was that color, I would leave it...but it's not...hence the Natural Instincts. I love your mom!
ReplyDeleteMy dad has that white hair too...Ive had grays since I was 17, its disturbing!
ReplyDeleteLove it! Stopping by from Mama Kat's. My mom never had grey hair when I was little. Now, my hair started turning at about 31, and it's probably 75% now. I started to let it go white but it was so streaky I gave in to henna. I wish I had the strength to not dye, I think it looks so cool to have white hair!
ReplyDeleteHer hair really is beautiful! Convenient for picking her out in a crowd!
ReplyDeleteHer hair is beautiful indeed. And the sentiment in your post is so very tender. Happy Mother's Day to you Emmy!
ReplyDeleteI love that she owned her hair!! what a great lesson for you ... and all of us!
ReplyDeleteYour mom's hair is great! It looks perfect on her...I am jealous of ladies whose hair grays and it looks that good...I will not be one of those ladies...so bring on the dye for e.
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