For those of you who don't know, I'm a a banker of 37 years. I have the privilege of working for a really cool bank. I look nothing like a "typical" banker. My hair is pretty much to my shoulders. For the AMA fundraiser, they have asked me to not get my haircut until September and then get it all cut off in exchange for the employees of the bank raising a bunch of money. At first I wasn't all about it until I remembered my father who truly intended to live to be 100 but died just short of his 86th birthday from complications of his 40 year heart problems and the fact that he hated long hair and would be thrilled that I had to get my hair cut.
This one's for you Dad.
Larry :-*
Go get em Larry. I got an extra set of clippers if you need them!! I would like to ADD a little twist to your Fundraiser. Instead of just letting all that hair fall on the floor. Contact your local Locks of Love, and Donate that hair. So a wig can be made for some child or adult who is going through Chemo.
1.Larry you are doing your father proud!
2.where can we make a donation?
3.will we get to see pics?
That is a grand gesture and contribution to a great organization.
Larry,
That is awesome. I second 10.5's idea to contact Locks of Love :)
Please keep us updated and give us the info to be able to contribute.
Deb
You go Larry!
Way, to go Larry! and if your hair is long enough I highly recommend Locks of Love. My daughter has done it twice now, because she know some kids who have had need of wigs. I'm ashame, that I haven't done it myself. Vanity - I guess I just don't want to look like a white haired washed out hippie!
Good on you KyNola!
A couple of years ago my daughter was involved in a cancer fundraiser and a local Dentist and myself were the victims. It was all good and they raised over 8,000.
It's just hair and it grows back... well... maybe a shade greyer.
Mike
Thanks all. I had already thought about Locks of Love but I don't think my hair will be quite long enough for them. While not certain, I think the hair has to be 13 inches long after it is cut and I don't think mine will be quite that long.
Will keep you advised.
KyNola
Momma just informed me it is 10 inches Larry
Great cause Larry. Is there a way we can pay pal a donation to you?
Pat and Ann.
Hey everyone,
Wanted to recall this as next Wednesday the haircut takes place. We have already raised more than I ever imagined. Over $5,000 has been raised. Way more than I thought folks would do. For all of you who offered early on to contribute I thank you for your offer but that was never my intent and still isn't. Just wanted to let you all know that the end is near!!! :o :o :o
Yes, my wife will be there for before and after pics. No skinhead nor buzz cut happening.
Larry
shave... shave.... shave... ;) ;D
great thing your doing for a great cause.
pens
Way to go Larry!!!! A good trim and taper with Marine Corp white walls will be just fine for you! You do realize that winter is coming and your melon is loosing its insulation!! All for a good cause!!
Chris,
I have my hair pulled back in a ponytail today for the first time at work. A few odd looks from some of my fellow employees but so what. We are getting a break from normal August heat today and all weekend so when I stepped out the door this morning I immediately felt the cool air whiz past my ears and thought "and I'm getting this all cut off with winter not too far off?".
Timing is everything. ;)
Larry
I'll second the Marine corps flattop!
How much do we have to donate for "choosing rights" to the haircut ?
;D ;D ;D
Sorry guys, no Marine Corps whitewalls and flat tops! :D :o
damm. I hope all goes well I have no hair
good job
larry
Hey Ky...I know a lot of guys that would cut off their arm then give up their hair. You are a good guy...(I have always thought that) you have a good heart...just wanted to say that...now...there is that ICIII voting thing... ;D :D :D :D
I'm just being stupid...what you are doing is a fabulous gesture...I had the honor of raising a whole lot of money for City of Hope...so I know how you feel...it makes ya sleep good at night when you do good stuff for other people... :)
Here is the finished product.
Started with this
(http://i497.photobucket.com/albums/rr340/lnjrudolph/HaircutfortheAHA010.jpg)
Let the cutting begin!
(http://i497.photobucket.com/albums/rr340/lnjrudolph/HaircutfortheAHA006.jpg)
It is over
(http://i497.photobucket.com/albums/rr340/lnjrudolph/HaircutfortheAHA008.jpg)
Finished product
(http://i497.photobucket.com/albums/rr340/lnjrudolph/HaircutfortheAHA.jpg)
Not bad for a $5,500 donation to the American Heart Association and we're not finished yet.
Thanks all of you for your support and good wishes. This is the best group of friends ever. I am so grateful for all of you.
KyNola
Kudos KyNola for a job well done and for a great cause! ;D
Ky....Your the man, kudos to ya!
C
By the way, I think Bradley should send you a Toque with the cooler weather coming!
Quote from: HawkeyeSmokes on August 26, 2009, 07:33:16 PM
By the way, I think Bradley should send you a Toque with the cooler weather coming!
In Florida!! ;D
C
Quote from: westexasmoker on August 26, 2009, 08:35:07 PM
Quote from: HawkeyeSmokes on August 26, 2009, 07:33:16 PM
By the way, I think Bradley should send you a Toque with the cooler weather coming!
In Florida!! ;D
C
Cooler in WI is like Jan in Florida! :D
Ky...you look Fab with the new doo!!! I'm serious... :)
Way to go KyNola!
Quote from: La Quinta on August 26, 2009, 11:27:14 PM
Ky...you look Fab with the new doo!!! I'm serious... :)
I agree!
Way to go Larry!!!! Was there enough to send to Locks of Love?
Chris,
Unfortunately there was not enough length(believe it or not)to send to locks of love or I surely would have done so. However there was enough hair laying on the floor that I'm pretty sure you could have stuffed a king size comforter with it! :D
KyNola
Thats ok. I did notice that your kinda like me after a haircut. STILL UGLY!!!! ;D
You would be correct. Would take more than a haircut to improve my looks! I'm thinking spackling could be required.
Larry
Ky...Well...I think ya look better...younger....hell...everybody wants that at your age!!!! :D :D :D :D (Dang I'm not really that crappy normally...well Bob thinks I am, but what does he know) :D :D ;D
**Tapping LQ on shoulder and nervously saying**
Hi La Quinta, how are you?
**Dives behind sofa to avoid flailing arms and flying tea bags**
No worries Tiny...10.5 is really on the radar right now...(you have dodged a tea-bag my friend) ;D ;D Anyway...ya know I luv ya Tiny....
;D ;D ;D