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The Long Hair Loom

June 26, 2006

Hello everyone!

I just wanted you to know that the 10% off all hairsticks not listed on the sale page, and the $12 and $15 pairs (on the Summer Sale page) will go off sale Monday night. So if you are interested in getting in on the savings right now, this is your last day.

Thanks for all of you who have placed orders. I do hope you will enjoy your sticks!

Long May You Grow,

Fox

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Date: Mon Jun 12, 2006 7:11 am
Subject: Hairstick Summer Sale Begins today!!!

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~The Long Hair Loom~

June 12, 2006

Summer greetings to you! Ok... it's still spring according to the calendar, but summer is right around the corner! So, we have decided to launch a big summer sale on hairsticks! Get them now while they are available!

For those of you who read this, I will also take 10% off all other sticks not listed on the sales page if you mention the summer sale in your email to me about your order.

Sale sticks are being sold on 6 inch, straight sticks only. If you want a different length, there will be an additional fee.

The pairs are being sold for $15 and $12 a pair. If you only like to wear singles, I will give you the same deal for singles (regular singles, not semi-precious) 2 for $15 or 2 for $12 depending on your choices. So just email me about any singles you might want.

Spread the word to your hairstick loving friends! Get these bargains while you can!!

Thanks for your continued support of the Loom!

Long May You Grow,

Fox

#28

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Date: Fri Dec 9, 2005 8:19 pm
Subject: We're having a hair sticks give away on the Loom!

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The Long Hair Loom

http://www.longhairloom.com

December Greetings!

I hope that you are enjoying this wonderful Christmas season! Now that winter is here, we have some tips that might help make your hair care more effective. In many ways, winter hair care needs are very similar to summer hair care needs. Extra conditioning and oil treatments work great both for stressed summer hair that has been in sun and pool a lot, but also for winter hair which is often dry due to dry heating in homes and businesses that create a dry atmosphere. Try to do REGULAR deep conditioning and oiling treatments, like once a week for really dry hair, and once every 2 weeks for regular hair.

Try wearing hats! You don't have to wear a ski hat to get your head covered. There are lovely, satin-lined hats out there that serve not only as protection, but style as well! They don't have to be expensive either. Check K-mart and Wal-mart out. My favorite winter hat came from K-mart. I got it on clearance for $1.00 and it's satin lined! You don't have to wear an updo, but when you are out in bitter weather, wrap your hair up and tuck it in your hat. When you pull off your hat, your hair can tumble down. You might even get some extra body out of it. If you just can't bear to wrap your hair up, be sure to keep your hair inside your jacket! Hair does not like freezing weather! If your jacket is rough, place a silk/satin/slippery scarf over the nape area and let it fall down the length of your hair, then slip your jacket/coat on. The scarf tipwill hang by your collar, so pick something that matches your coat.

You might need to change products as well. Just because something worked in the summer or fall, doesn't mean it will be as effective in the winter. You may need a heavier conditioner than you might currently be using. Can't afford a big change? Add some oil to your conditioner bottle. Start with 1 Tablespoon and see if that makes enough difference. Depending on your hair you can add up to 1/4 cup per bottle. I add even more to mine. It's fantastic! I use Grapeseed Oil, but you might want to try Jojoba, Olive Oil, or any good vegetable oil. You can even add oil to your shampoo to help boost it's gentleness and moisturizing capabilities. Since I mostly use shampoo on my scalp only, I stick with adding it to the conditioner, but if you use it on your length, consider adding a touch of oil there too.

If your home is dry, and many are in winter, use a humidifier. You don't have to be sick to use one!

Turn it on and let it add moisture to your hair while you go about regular, daily life.

Continue to drink water! Lots of us want to sip on hot drinks, but you can't forget water consumption. Water hydrates our entire body. Not only is it good for our organs and cleansing, but it keeps hair healthy and skin glowing! If you are going to sip on hot drinks, and we know we are, go for herbal teas that do not contain caffeine! Caffeine dehydrates you. If you do drink caffeine, drink an extra glass of water to make up for it!

Do you take supplements? You might want to try adding Flaxseed Oil, Borage Oil, Evening Primrose or Fish oils into your supplement routine. If you already take them, you might want to increase them. This will help with the dryness in your skin and hair. To help you understand oils a bit more...

Omega-3 and Omega-6 are the two main oil categories, and you want both.

Omega-6 includes linoleic and gamma-linolenic and are found unsaturated vegetable oils like...borage, grapeseed, primrose, sesame and soybean oils. Look for a supplement that gives you around 240 mg of GLA per dose. This is not the mgs in the gel cap or serving of the oil you are taking, but rather the dose of GLA's in that serving. Please not if you have or have had breast cancer or are at high risk of getting it, avoid Evening Primrose Oil and choose another from the list. Evening Primrose can effect your hormone balance, which is beneficial in most women, but not those with breast caner risks.

Omega-3's include alpha-linolenic and eicosapentaenoic acids (EPA) and are found in fish oils, and certain vegetable oils like... canola, flaxseed, and walnut oil.

The idea is to get a balance from both types of oil, so be sure to take an oil from each list, or find one that mixes the two types together. If you don't like to take oil supplements be sure to choose food groups that contain these oils. Munch on walnuts and grind up some flaxseeds. Eat sesame seeds and fresh fish.

Another supplement I want to mention to you is Vitamin E. This is also great for hair and skin with dryness problems. Start with 400 IU and work up to 800 IU if needed. There are various forms of Vitamin E, but the alpha-tocopherol form is the most potent form, so read your labels. If you take other supplements, make sure you have some zinc in there. Vitamin E likes zinc... it helps it to work better for you. Zinc is another supplement associated with help for dry skin. You can take up to 50 mg of zinc, but no more than that (although you may not need that much... depends on how great your problem is). The zinc lozenges are a good way of getting your zinc since it is better absorbed. Be sure to take it when you have eaten something, as zinc on an empty stomach can cause stomach upset.

Now... finally... the news you've been waiting for! We are having a hairstick Christmas time give away! Please click on the below link and follow the instructions there to participate! Winners will be chosen on Monday!

We hope this will be a wonderful time of reflection for you on the true meaning of Christmas, and a beautiful time of sharing and caring with those around you!

Long May You Grow,

Fox

#27

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Date: Thu Jul 28, 2005 8:08 am
Subject: Quick link!

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Hello! Just a quick note to give you a direct link to the Q & A thread with Karen Ribble of Braided Image Hair Braiding! If you have any questions you'd like to ask, please post them here!

Long May You Grow,

Fox

#26

From: <ifoxbox@...>
Date: Wed Jul 27, 2005 7:18 am
Subject: New interview, New Hairsticks, Special Q & A with Karen Ribble!

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Greetings! I hope you are all surviving this very hot summer we are having! It seems triple digit temperatures are common for many of us at this point. You may wish to try out some new updos to help keep your hair off your neck!

We have a new interview in the library. Karen Ribble of Braided Image Hair Braiding has been so kind as to give us some of her time. Please read more about Karen's most impressive work here: http://www.longhairloom.com/braidedimage.html Karen has some braiding materials to help braid you own hair, so you don't want to miss reading all about it!

Karen will also be joining us on the Loom discussion board for a Q & A time Thursday and Friday. A thread will be started for questions early Thursday and you are welcome to join in the fun! The discussion thread will be posted in our main hair care discussion board. http://www.network54.com/Forum/235232

You don't want to miss seeing our new stick options! Visit our Sticks and Stones area for all the latest fashions! Some styles are limited or one of a kind, so if you want something, you better get it before someone else does! http:///www.longhairloom.com/stickshome.html

Thanks for your continued support of the Loom!

Long May You Grow,

Fox

#25

From: <ifoxbox@...>
Date: Mon Jun 6, 2005 8:32 pm
Subject: Raffle winning numbers!!!

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June 6, 2005

Hello Everyone!

I just wanted to let you know we have drawn the winning number for our raffle! If you have a winner number, please contact me ASAP at: Fox@...! Prizes not claimed within 30 days will be given to a new winner! Your support has been fantastic! I hope this has been as fun for you as it has been for me! Thanks for your continued support of the Loom! - Fox

1- One pair of hairsticks by Fox - Winning number is: 163

2- One pair of Swirly (Ketylo) sticks by Fox: Winning number is: 87

3- Bunji hair tie - Fox: Winning number is: 276

4- Bunji hair tie - Fox: Winning number is: 240

5- One hair stick and matching earrings by Sandie (Charmin' Hearts Jewelry): Winning number is: 71

6- Hair Organizer by BusyHSmom: Winning number is: 41

7- Hair Screws (pending shipment arrival)- Amarullis: Winning number is: 90

8- Hairlacers by Countrymouse: Winning number is: 239

9- Microfiber hair towel -Nitsa: Winning number is: 12

10- 1/4 oz lip balm and shea souffle' by Skeeter: Winning number is: 64

11- Ficcare - Avrilon: Winning number is: 221

12- Tub of Shea Butter Conditioning Cream - Jen W. - : Winning number is: 152

13- Home made lip gloss - Jen W. - Winning number is: 220

14- Knitted scrunchi, your choice of color, Jen W. - Winning number is: 26

15- Custom Signature Doll - By Carlynn - Winning number is: 138

16- 2 fuzzy hair scruchies made by Maria - Winning number is: 38

17- Pewter letter opener (long haired lady design at top)- Neil: Winning number is: 72

18- Single hairstick - Allataria: Winning number is: 8

19 - UK Only drawing- 10 voucher for accessory - Phoenix: Winning number is: 238

#24

From: <ifoxbox@...>
Date: Fri Apr 15, 2005 7:35 am
Subject: Hairstick pages have been revamped!

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April 15, 2005

Hello everyone!

Just wanted to let you know that we have revamped our hairstick pages. We have some new options for you! I hope that this will make your hairstick shopping experience even better!

Enjoy!

Fox

#23

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Date: Wed Mar 30, 2005 8:23 am
Subject: Last Chance to get in on Ida's Shampoo Bar and Soap special!!!

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Hello everyone!

Just wanted to let you know that we have started placing ads on our discussion boards for a fee of just $1.00 a day (2 week minimum). With an average of 5000 page view a day, it's a great way to let others know about your products! If you are interested in placing an ad, just email me for more information!

Our first ad was placed by Ida of Chagrin Valley Soap and Craft! Her products are incredible! We've even added an interview with Ida for your view pleasure! Be sure to stop by and read it! http://longhairloom.com/chagrinvalley.html After reading the article, be sure to visit any of our discussion board pages to see Ida's ad. http://www.network54.com/Hide/Forum/235232 There is a special discount noted there, so be sure to place your order by Sunday and tell her you saw it on the Loom! Her ad will expire this Sunday, so don't miss out!

Long May You Grow,

Fox

#22

From: <ifoxbox@...>
Date: Sat Mar 5, 2005 8:07 am
Subject: Potential Website trouble...

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Hello everyone!

Just wanted to let you know that we have been working on renewing the website. Unfortunately, the new company we are working with has been very slow with the transfer. This means that if they do not complete it by the end of Saturday, that the website will be down until they do. This may only be for just a day or so. I tried to go ahead and renew it with the company we currently work with, but because the other company already started the process, I no longer have that option. So... please note that if you need to visit the home page, and you can't bring up http://www.longhairloom.com you can then try: http://www.lhl.9foxes.com All of the pages will work from this webaddress temporarily. All email sent to Fox@... may also be rejected until this transfer goes through. If you need to reach me, you may write to: thelonghairloom@.... Hopefully, everything will continue to run properly, but if not... at least you know what is going on! Thanks for your patience!

Long May You Grow,

Fox

#21

From: <ifoxbox@...>
Date: Fri Feb 25, 2005 7:44 am
Subject: New Contest! Name those sticks!!!!!!!!

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Greetings dear friends!

Skeeter thought it would be fun to have another contest so she is donating some prizes for this!

1st Place will have their choice of: A- A blue velvet scrunchie with a 1/4 oz sample of body souffle or B- a 4 oz Glad container of souffle'. 2nd place will get the remaining prize.

Here's how the contest works! I have some new sticks I will be adding to the Loom. The sticks are made of exotic hardwoods, Corian and Aquapearl. All of the sticks are not straight! This allows the sticks to hold better in the hair, and besides that they are just too cool!

I have made up a couple of pair and will show one here. This is a small pair made up of Walnut wood and Jasper beads. The contest is to find a cute name for the style of sticks. Longlocks currently sales sticks like this and calls them Spiral Sticks, so I don't think we can really use that. Even if we decide not to use the names given in the contest, the best 2 names, as will be decided by the public, will be considered the winners!

The rules: email me at Fox@... with the name you think this style of stick should be called. We are not talking names like "Jasper's Dream" I mean a name for the style of the stick, like "Spiral sticks". The deadline will be next midnight on Thursday. I will then put up a votelet and we can vote on the names given. This way no one will know who gave what name and the voting will be based on name alone, not because of who picked it! You can go see a picture of the sticks here: http://tinyurl.com/69sae

Have fun! Let the contest begin!!!!

-Fox

#20

From: "Ifoxbox@..." <ifoxbox@...>
Date: Tue Feb 1, 2005 6:12 am
Subject: New Valentine Hairsticks on sale... new styles, new articles!

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The Long Hair Loom - July 21, 2004

It has been a great start to a New Year! The latest news... no more ads on the discussion boards!!! http://www.network54.com/Forum/235232 The pop up ads were really annoying to many visitors and caused some problems. You will be happy to know the pop ups are gone! We hope to offer inexpensive ad space (only one banner ad for any 2 week time period) on the Loom discussion board pages. If you are interested, please email me at Fox@... I would be happy to share more with you.

We have some great news styles on the Styling Station! Special thanks to Karen for her hard work on mid-length styles! http://www.network54.com/Forum/242462

We have lots of great hairsticks at Sticks and Stones! Perfect for Valentine's Day treats!

http://www.longhairloom.com/sticks.html If you want a pair or a single, we have sticks for you! Custom orders are always welcome! Be sure to check out our testimonial page too! http://www.longhairloom.com/testimonies.html

Each month we add a new style to our style galleries! Please check them out! Feel free to submit your picture for the gallery! http://www.longhairloom.com/styles.html

We've added two new articles to our Articles listing, The Art of Parts, and Change Your Look! Check them out! http://www.longhairloom.com/articles.html

We have vistors from all over the world... recently, I've been keeping a record of some of the countries you visit from. I thought you might enjoy knowing how global we are! Thanks to all of our visitors from:

Canada

Germany

Italy

Netherlands

Hungary

Bangladesh

Belgium

Australia

France

Bahrain

Sweden

Austria

India

Japan

Finland

Bahamas

Singapore

Costa Rica

Vietnam

Romania

Saudia Arabia

Switzerland

Czech Republic

Greece

United Arab Emirates

South Africa

Hong Kong

Russian Federation

Islamic Republic of Iran

Slovenia

Eygpt

Norway

Republic of Korea

Ireland

Spain

Sri Lanka

Republic of Tanzania

Maylaysia

Qutar

Argentina

Phillippines

China

Brazil

Taiwan

Lebanon

Nepal

Lithuania

Israel

Luxembourg

Poland

Columbia

Aruba

Pakistan

Kazakstan

Estonia

El Salvador

Myanmar

Our hearts and prayers go out to the Tsunami victims and their families. Other prayers needs as reflected on our discussion boards like Betty's Mom's knee replacement recovery, Gloredhels accident, Mrs. El's unexpected loss of her cousin in a car accident, are all noted and prayed for daily. If you have special concerns and would like me to pray, just email me!

As we get into the New Year of 2005, please let me know if you have any suggestions or comments about the site. I love to hear from you! Thank you for your constant support!

Long May You Grow,

Fox

#19

From: "Ifoxbox@..." <ifoxbox@...>
Date: Sat Nov 6, 2004 9:04 am
Subject: You are long overdue this TLHL update!!

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The Long Hair Loom - November 6, 2004

Happy autumn to you! I enjoy the wonderful days of autumn so very much. The changing leaves, the changing weather, scents of pumpkin and cinnamon filling the air! Mmm! What a delicious time of year! As Thanksgiving approaches, I hope you are thinking about all the many things we have to be thankful for! I know that I am!

We've made some updates to the Loom we want to make you aware of. First off... new sticks are in the Sticks and Stones section of the Loom! We have over 20 new pairs http://longhairloom.com/sticks.html and 19 new singles! http://longhairloom.com/sticks2.html Be sure to check them out! All sticks can be customized for you upon request. If you want it in silver and it's shown in gold, just ask! Sticks are also available in varying lengths. Don't forget page 2 of the pairs section! Link is found at the top of the page in the description area.

Also new to Sticks and Stones: The testimonials page! Read reviews from other buyers! http://longhairloom.com/testimonials.html

We also have a brand new discussion board for those of you trying to grow out bangs! We know how difficult it is to work through those in-between stages, so you might just want to join up with the F.L.A.! That's right, the Forehead Liberation Army is out to strengthen you up for those days when you just want to grab the scissors! Join in the fun on our newest discussion board! http://www.network54.com/Forum/358647

We've been having great fun with our "Style of the month" style galleries. Our latest gallery is Rope Braids. We hope you will enjoy looking at that as well as the other styles. http://longhairloom.com/styles.html Use the drop down Styles menu to see other style galleries! This month's style is the Infinity Bun. Please feel free to join in the fun. A discussion thread for the Style of the month can always be found in the Styling Station. http://www.network54.com/Forum/242462

If you haven't "measured in" for the month, you can find the thread for November in the Growth Gate: http://www.network54.com/Forum/241921

The Spinning Wheel Swap Spot has some supplements, conditioners and hair sticks up for swap! Go take a peek! http://www.network54.com/Forum/242466

I am trying to get the Photograph Album revamped and updated. Please bear with me! Time has been short these days!

Upcoming: New articles and interviews! We'll let you know more as projects come to completion!

Thanks again for your continued support of the Loom. We've enjoyed meetings some of the lurkers who have come out of lurkdom! We enjoy hearing your thoughts and learning more about you. If you are lurker, please feel welcome to join in the fun! We would love for you to introduce yourself and join in the fun!

Long May You Grow,

Fox

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#18

From: "Ifoxbox@..." <ifoxbox@...>
Date: Thu Jul 22, 2004 2:57 am
Subject: Hair sticks now on sale - New "Progress" page is launched!

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The Long Hair Loom - July 21, 2004

Greetings!

It has been a H-O-T summer so far this year, and I hope you've taken care of your hair under these intense temperatures! A few quick and easy tips to remember is:

1- Cover up! If you are going to be out in the sun for extended amounts of time, cover that head of yours. You can use a scarf, hat, cap, or pull out the umbrella! Create your own shade!

2- Just can't make yourself cover up? Well, there are styling products out there with SPF in them to help protect hair from the sun's damaging rays. Spritz some in or slather some on before heading out!

3- If you are going to be swimming, wet your hair first, then apply your favorite conditioner. If you want some extra protection, try topping that off with just a bit of oil or Shea Butter. Shea Butter has a small amount of natural SPF protection, and Monoi Oil, also has versions with SPF in them! After swimming, be sure to immediately rinse out your hair to free it of chlorine or salt water. Wash and condition as usually.

4- If your ends are drying out, try wetting your length before wrapping your hair up into a bun or twist. The wrapping type of updo, helps to lock in that moisture, keeping your hair hydrated longer!

5- Drink more water! Most of us need more water than we take in. Soda, tea, and other sweetened or caffienated drinks don't count! Be sure to drink your 8- 8oz glasses of water each day! And while you're at it, if you use a SPF lotion on your skin every day, you might want to supplement your diet with some extra Vitamin D. You need the sun in order to help produce Vitamin D in your body, so if you're blocking those sun's ray, chances are you can become deficient in Vitamin D, as some studies are now showing. You need Vitamin D in order to help your body absorb Calcium!

UPDATES!

We do have some new things to tell you about! We've just launched our new "Progress Promenade" page which is full of testimonials and pictures to bring you lots of inspiration! Have your own story to tell? Want to share your picture? Be sure to email me with your information! http://www.longhairloom.com/progress.html

Other pages with updates:

Interviews: Be sure to read our new interview with Chaum of Northwest Goods! We are trying to work out a group order for these products, and I'll be sure to let you know when that will be via email and by postings on the Loom.

Meetings - Read about more long hair meets!

Journal Listings - new journals have been added

Styling Station - More styles, so check them out!

The new Styling Station Central is still in the works! I'll keep you posted as it grows close to completion!

HAIRSTICKS

Hair sticks are now on sale on the Sticks and Stones page! Most sticks priced at $12.00 per set including insured shipping! Single sticks now on sale for $6.00!New sticks coming soon!

If there is something you'd like to see in the works here on the Loom, be sure to let us know! We thank you for your contributions to the site. You make it the special place that it is!

Long May You Grow,

Fox

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From: "Ifoxbox@..." <ifoxbox@...>
Date: Wed Jun 23, 2004 8:05 am
Subject: Update notice

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The Long Hair Loom - June 23, 2004

Many of you have requested specific updates concerning the Loom website! I'll try not to send these out too often, but I do want you to be able to keep up with things!

Pages that have recently been updated:

Photograph Album

Styling Station

Styles Gallery

Hair Care Recipes

Product Review- Styling Aids

We are also hard at work on a new feature called Styling Station Central. This will be the headquarters of all styling pages and will make it easier to find the styles you want to do! Our Styling Station discussion board will still remain open! Special thanks to Neil for inspiring the idea!

We are almost finished with our Progress Promenade page! I'll be sure to let you know when it goes up! It's going to be very inspirational to everyone!

We also have some great new interviews and articles coming up, so stay tuned!

Enjoy your summer everyone. Thanks for your support of the Loom!

Long May You Grow,

Fox

#16

From: "Ifoxbox@..." <ifoxbox@...>
Date: Tue Jun 1, 2004 5:08 am
Subject: New website, new updates!!!

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The Long Hair Loom - June 1, 2004

Hello Friends!

It's been too long since my last update! I have been busy working on our new website! I have lots of news to share with you, so let's get started!

~New~

We have a brand new website to tell you about! Start off with our new home page! It gives you all the basics of what you will find on the site.

"The Library"

http://www.longhairloomcom/library.html

The library is where you go to find anything you might need on the Loom! The library holds loads of information including:

Articles

Interviews

Product Reviews

Photograph Galleries

Journal listings

The Birthday List

Book, DVD, and Video reviews

Links

Recipes

The Chapel

And so much more....

Each of those categories have a page of their own, often with additional pages. The Product Reviews have individual pages for each type of product. If you have reviews you'd like added, please email me at Fox@... and I'll be happy to add them! Please try to include your name/nickname and hair type if possible so I can include it with your review!

If you're new to the Loom and are confused over some of the abbreviations and other things we talk about, there's a specially designed page just for you! Please visit the "I'm new, where do I start?" page!

http://www.longhairloomcom/library.html

Need hair sticks? Sticks and Stones is our Loom hair accessories page. Specially designed hairsticks for all budgets. Watch for sales! http://www.longhairloom.com/sticks.html

Our discussion boards continue to be the heart of the Loom! We've had lots of new visitors the past few months! If you've been "missing in action" or are just a lurker, please come on and join in the discussion! We love to hear from you! http://www.longhairloom.com/discussion.html

The Styling Station has quite a few new styles listed. Be sure to check it out! http://www.network54.com/Forum/242462

Amanda Panda has some henna and rosewater up for Swap on the Spinning Wheel Swap Spot, so if you're interested, please stop on it! http://www.network54.com/Forum/242466

Our Photograph Album is newly updated. We've added a lot of new heads of hair since my last update to you! The pictures have been divided into pages, to help speed up loading time! http://www.geocities.com/thelonghairloom/PictureAlbum.html To go to the next page, scroll to the bottom and click on page 2 or 3!

We are adding new things all the time, so stay tuned! Please be sure to bookmark our new website address, and pass it on to your friends!http://www.longhairloom.com

We thank you for your patience and support during this growing phase of the Loom. If we can ever be of additional service to you, please let us know!

Long May You Grow,

Fox

#15

From: "Ifoxbox@..." <ifoxbox@...>
Date: Sun Dec 14, 2003 9:11 am
Subject: Happy Holidays! Hairsticks, New Article, and a Give Away!

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The Long Hair Loom- December 14, 2003

Merry Christmas everyone! I hope you are enjoying this holiday season!

I just wanted to check in with you and remind you to take extra care of your hair during these winter months. For some winter hair care tips, read our thread on the Main Hair Care Board: http://www.network54.com/Hide/Forum/thread?forumid=235232&messageid=1070511831

In the library you will find a new article from Loom visitor and contributer, Lucy Down Under. Ok... her name is just Lucy, but she is from Australia! She tackles the subject of hair related disorders. Thanks Lucy! http://www.network54.com/Hide/Forum/message?forumid=246853&messageid=1069233251

On the Swap Board you will find some new hair stick designs, by me! If you want the holiday ones, be sure to email me soon so they can arrive before the season is over!

We want to welcome our newbies! We are so glad to have you on the boards! Thanks for taking the time to introduce yourself. You are a great addition to our discussions!

Loom visitor, Anne, is having a "Long Hair Jewels" free give-away! Thank you so much Anne! You won't want to miss out on this! Be sure to read her post and add your name to the list! Please take the time to go and visit her website and view her beautiful sticks! She is having a holiday sale! Her web address is found in her post!

Please enjoy this Christmas season. It is a most special time of the year!

Long May You Grow!

Fox

Jesus is the reason for the season!

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Date: Mon Nov 17, 2003 8:06 am
Subject: New henna interview, new article, new styles and more!

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The Long Hair Loom - November 17, 2003

Are you thankful for all the things you have? November puts us in a mindset of thinking of all the things we have to be thankful for. Thanksgiving is right around the corner, so I want to wish each of you a very wonderful Thanksgiving holiday! I am so thankful for all of you who contribute to the support of the Loom, through your posts, emails, and even for those who just sit back quietly and read!

So many of us have the "grass is always greener" syndrome when it comes to our own hair. If we have curls, we admire the fall of straight hair! If we have straight hair we long for curls! While there are certainly ways to create a different look, constant use of certain products like heated styling tools, perms, and straighteners can cause long term damage. What is important for each of us, is that we learn to love our own hair, just the way it is. Try to think of the positive aspects of your own hair, and learn to really appreciate it! It doesn't mean that you'll stop admiring hair of another type, but that you will also appreciate what you do have!

New to the Library: http://www.network54.com/Hide/Forum/246853

Be sure to read our two new articles: "CWC: A hair care method." This is a great article for those new to CWC, and still a great read for those of us who use it regularly!

You will also find a brand new interview at the top of the library list. An "Interview with henna expert, Maureen Jones of Everyday Mehndi." Maureen Jones is an extremely intelligent lady that you will love learning from. This information packed interview tells you all you need to know if you've ever entertained the idea of using henna on your hair. What is henna? Can I use henna on color treated hair? Is Black Henna safe? These questions and more are answered in our wonderful interview with Maureen. Maureen also is offering a discount for those who order henna from her site after reading the article. The Long Hair Loom special discount code is also found in this library article.

What's Stylin'? http://www.network54.com/Hide/Forum/242462

We have some new hair styles listed in the Styling Station. Be sure to check out our new styles which include "The Basic Cinnamon Bun," Hoshi's Star Trek Enterprise style, The Chinese Bun, and some cute party styles like, "Cat Ears and Spider Legs." If you missed seeing the Draped Braid and French Twirl, be sure to take a peek!

Our hearts and prayers go out to some of the ladies on our board.

To Skeeter, who was so sick with a virus that she ended up having to go to the hospital. We hope you continue to get stronger each day. We miss you when you are away!

To Grace, who's home burned to the ground in the terribly devastating California fires. We are so thankful that above all else, you and your family were spared. Let us know if we can be of any help to you!

To Balleryna: My prayers are with you through your medical treatment and continued care. I hope you will be encouraged daily, simply by knowing that so many care.

Best wishes to Anne and Gold Lady who started new hair accessory businesses! Congratulations ladies! Their links will soon be added to the library links section.

Thanks again to each of you, for making the Loom such a special place. I thank the Lord for giving me the opportunity to get to know you. For you I am truly thankful! If I can be of any help to you, please let me know!

Long may you grow!

Fox

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Date: Wed Oct 8, 2003 8:24 am
Subject: New interview, hair styles, and our scrunchi give away!

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The Long Hair Loom - October 8, 2003

Fall is here! What a fun time of the year this is when the leaves are changing colors... and our hair often does too! Henna has been a very popular subject on the boards lately. In honor of that, we hope to bring you an interview with a henna expert this month. She will be answering some of our most often asked questions! Stay tuned for more details!

Our Lisa Janey Satin Scrunchi Give Away will happen next week! All of the names will be put into a drawing, and the winners will be announced. If you would like to be apart of the drawing, please add your name to the list here: http://www.network54.com/Hide/Forum/message?forumid=235232&messageid=1065258562

Be sure to check out our latest interview with long hair model Leona! You can find our new article in the Library: http://www.network54.com/Hide/Forum/message?forumid=246853&messageid=1065603578

For additional long hair beauty, be sure to view our latest additions to the Photograph Album! There's some gorgeous manes framed there! http://www.geocities.com/thelonghairloom/PictureAlbum.html

You can find two new hair styles in the Styling Station, so be sure to stop in! http://www.network54.com/Hide/Forum/242462

Let us know about your styling successes... or mishaps! We love to hear from you. Please join in the discussions on our boards... we've been getting a lot of new visitors, so if you've been a lurker... please introduce yourself. We sure would love to welcome you to the conversation!

Long May You Grow!

-Fox

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Date: Tue Sep 2, 2003 5:59 am
Subject: New articles, new styles... check it out!

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The Long Hair Loom - September 2, 2003

September is here already! The year is nearly gone, and summer is coming to an end. School is just starting for some, and already in full swing for others. If you're having trouble thinking of how to put up your daughter's hair, please check our Styling Station! I've added a new style, the Dangling French Rope Bun. I hope to add additional pictures to help even more with the instructions. http://www.network54.com/Hide/Forum/242462

If you haven't measured in for September, please visit the Growth Gate for this month measure in link! http://www.network54.com/Hide/Forum/241921

Our Lisa Janey Scrunchi give-away contest will be launched this month! It is opened to all posters of the Long Hair Loom. Stay tuned for more details...

Please check the Library for our latest article, "What Are Essential Oils?" and learn more about what essential oils are and how to use them. http://www.network54.com/Hide/Forum/message?forumid=246853&messageid=1062490679 And you won't want to miss our interview with Jennifer Bahney of Longhairlovers! http://www.network54.com/Hide/Forum/message?forumid=246853&messageid=1061544249

We have added a couple of new manes into our Photograph Album. Please go take a look! If you'd like to be framed and included, please email me your picture at: thelonghairloom@... and attach a picture of yourself. You can send in a picture of your hair from the back, face front, or both. Want an updo framed, send that! We just want you to feel a part of the Loom Family Photograph Album!

Thanks again for your support. August was our second highest page view month so far! I've been so happy that some of you have come out of lurking mode to let us get to know you better. If you haven't introduced yourself, please do! We want to get to know you better. If you have posted, but haven't contributed to the Getting to Know You thread... please use this link to tell us more about yourself! http://www.network54.com/Hide/Forum/message?forumid=235232&messageid=1057919372

Long may we grow!

-Fox

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Date: Sat Aug 23, 2003 5:35 am
Subject: New Interview in the Library!

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The Long Hair Loom - August 22, 2003

Hello again! I just wanted to let you know that our newest interview is in the Library. I was able to interview Jennifer Bahney of Longhairlovers! Jennifer has inspired me for years. It was a real treat to be able to get her thoughts on the growing out process, long hair in the mainstream, growing out tips, and tips for women who are caring for their hair while pregnant. Jennifer is expecting her first baby! Congratulations Jennifer!

Be sure to read the interview! I'm sure you'll enjoy reading it and seeing Jennifer's great pictures! http://www.network54.com/Hide/Forum/message?forumid=246853&messageid=1061544249

Jennifer was also kind enough to mention our site on her opening page! Thanks Jennifer!

Jen W., posted instructions to a gorgeous rope bun on the Styling Station. Even if you don't like to wear your hair up, you HAVE to see her hair in this gorgeous style!

I'll continue to keep you updated as things continue to happen on the Loom!

Have a great weekend!

-Fox

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Date: Wed Aug 20, 2003 7:43 am
Subject: Summer tips, newest updates, and upcoming contest/interviews

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The Long Hair Loom - August 20, 2003

Greetings! I hope this summer is going well for you!

Remember to protect your hair if you're going to be out in the hot summer sun for extended periods of time! Sun exposure can lead to dry ends and color loss. Hats, scarves, umbrellas and sunscreen, are all good and helpful ways to protect your hair from the sun.

If you're going to be spending time on the beach, apply a good amount of your favorite conditioner first, then braid or wrap into a bun. The heat from the sun will help the conditioner to penetrate better, giving you a "deep conditioning treatment" while you get to enjoy the ocean waves! Pre-conditioning your hair will also help to protect it should you get in a pool.

We have a couple of new articles in the library thanks to Loom contributor, Equestrian! Everyone on the Loom thanks you for your hard work, EQ!

Be sure to look for her articles, How Do I Oil My Hair? And Trimming & Dusting, How Often & How Much? Be sure to visit the Library to see these great articles. They are at the top of the article list! http://www.network54.com/Hide/Forum/246853

New articles and interviews are coming soon! Be sure to look for my interview with Jennifer Bahney of Longhairlovers! Jennifer has inspired me so much since I started my quest for longer lengths. She has some interesting information to share with us, so... stay tuned!

We also have another contest coming up.... the winners will be receiving some of Lisa Janey's satin scrunchies. An interview with LJ is also in the works! We hope to launch the contest and her interview at the same time. The contest will be open to posters on the Loom.

If you are a lurker, please feel free to join in the fun of our discussions. We'd love to get to know you better!

If you are a poster on the Loom and have not yet had your picture added to our Photograph Album, be sure to email me your photograph and I would be more than happy to add it! We've added some newly framed manes, so be sure to take a peek! The link can be found at the bottom left of our home page! http://www.geocities.com/thelonghairloom/

As always... long may you grow!

-Fox

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Date: Wed Jul 30, 2003 7:48 am
Subject: Two new articles are in the library!

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The Long Hair Loom - July 30, 2003

Greetings dear friends!

It has been too long since my last update to you. It has been a busy summer, and I have gotten a bit behind in my article work. I am so thankful for your patience and continued support of The Long Hair Loom! We hope you find us to be a support to you in your growing out and styling goals.

We have had a lot of new folks joining the board. There are so many common questions that are asked, many being what does this mean or that mean. The article, Abbreviations, Terms and Definitions will be a big help in giving them the basics of what is going on. You might even want to refresh your own memory! If there is anything you'd like to see added, please let me know. You can find the article here: http://www.network54.com/Hide/Forum/message?forumid=246853&messageid=1059295428

August 1st is our next Measure In day. We hope you will join us for measuring in with your length and growth progress! I've created a simple measuring article to show those new to the measuring process the way we measure on the Loom. It's certainly not the only way to measure, but one we find to be easy, reliable, and used on many hair boards. To read, How To Measure Your Hair please visit the library! The direct link is: http://www.network54.com/Hide/Forum/message?forumid=246853&messageid=1059560998

Other articles are in the works, and new styles are soon to be added to the Styling Station! Please stay tuned!

Until next time... happy growing!

-Fox

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Date: Tue Jun 17, 2003 7:33 am
Subject: New article, new styles...

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The Long Hair Loom - June 17, 2003

Greetings! Since my last letter we've added some new hair styles into the Styling Station that you might enjoy. The rope braid and some variations of it, including the "Rose Bun" which was brought to our attention by Wishing4. Thanks Wishing4! We've also added the Butterfly clip braid, and The Mrs. El Knot, aka The Hairstick Knot. Mrs. El inspired this hair style. Thanks Mrs. El! Other additions are the restoration of Neil's Pro updo pictures, and Goldenhair's links to some of her lovely hairstyles!

In the Library you'll find a new article called, "Long Hair Do's and Don'ts." If you know someone that is trying to grow out their hair, this would be a great link to email to them!

On the Spinning Wheel Swap Spot you'll find a Mason Pearson Mixed Pocket brush and other hair goodies available from Nitsa, as well as some scrunchies made by Thinkfirst. Come take a peek! http://www.network54.com/Hide/Forum/242466

If you didn't get your growth recorded for the month of June, be sure to add your on. You can visit the Growth Gate or simply use this link to take you there directly: http://www.network54.com/Hide/Forum/message?forumid=241921&messageid=1054538790

The Photograph Album has had some lovely new additions! You can find a link on the home page at the bottom left corner, or in the Library under links. I've also added my personal gallery called, "Forever Fox." The link is on the Home Page beneath the Picture Album link, and is currently on page one of our main hair care board in the posts.

We've had great growth each month on the Loom, and I want to thank everyone who participates. We know there are a lot of lurkers out there, and we hope you will come and introduce yourself, and take part in the conversation! We want to hear from you. Invite your friends and share the joy of long hair!

New articles are in the works so... stay tuned!

Happy Growing!

-Fox

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Date: Wed May 28, 2003 5:41 am
Subject: The Contest Winners and Answers, new article and more...

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Well, our contest is officially over and we have a tie! After discussing our options we have decided to split the prize between Lucy and Valerie! Congratulations to you both! I am sure you will treasure your Skeeter Scrunchie and Bun Cover just as I treasure mine.

I am sure you are all anxiously waiting to hear the final results.... the answers that you as a "group" thought! I'll not keep you waiting a moment longer!

1-Has the majority of your Loom-mates complimented someone on their hair this month? Yes

2-Did they think about complimenting someone�s hair, but just didn�t do it? Yes

3- Has the majority of your Loom-mates invited someone to visit the Loom, via email or word of mouth? Yes

4-Who on this board, has influenced the majority of your Loom-mates the most? Martine

5-Who�s hair does your Loom-mates most admire (on the Loom)? Equestrian

6- Who makes them smile most often when reading their posts? We had a three way tie! Anyone who answered one of the following was given a correct point on the quiz: Skeeter, LisaJaney, Fox

7-What do your Loom-mates like most about the Loom?
There was no doubt about it!- forum style, threaded posts

8-The thing that has helped the majority of your Loom-mates hair the most is? This was so close... oiling almost won, but CWC/Co washes beat it by a vote!

9-The reason most of your Loom-mates are growing their hair long is?
Nearly everyone just loves the way it looks!

10- If dreams could come instantly true, most of my Loom-mates would have: This was one of the most interesting questions... most of you answered Hip length for your personal preference, but only one of you thought that is what the group thought!

11- The products your Loom-mates use the most are:

natural products

I certainly enjoyed this contest! Special thanks to Skeeter for donating our prize! We hope to have more contests in the coming months!

We have a new votelet poll. Be sure to get your vote in! Our last votelet poll concluded that you all want to know more about biotin! You will find the article, "Biotin, A Study" in the library.

We also have a new links listing. Besides our hair related links, there is now a section for non-hair related links. If you'd like to trade links with us, please let me know. Links will be posted at my discretion.

The Styling Station now has three new step by step instruction hair styles listed. Neil has also been kind enough to post some pictures of beautiful styles that show great imagination and talent from the designer. He has also reposted a style he did himself, which is very lovely. Be sure to come and take a look!

Since many of you thought about complimenting someone's hair, but just didn't do it, I've decided that I'm going to try to get up a "compliment card" on the website that you can print out. It will be a business card for the Loom that reads, "I think your hair is lovely! Long may you grow! There will also be additional information about the Loom and all the informational fun we offer. This way, if you're too shy to speak, you can just hand out a card! I hope to get this up soon. I'll keep you posted!

In closing, I'd like to share with you the words of one of our Loom-mates, Olympia. We were discussing how each person is important to the Loom, and in my words, were threads... woven together to create something beautiful. Olympia's reply was so beautiful I thought I would share it with you. She said, " The past and present are composed of the tiny little details of one's day and weave the fabric of your life. I tend to see this "fabric" as a tapestry: Here there are a few black threads of sadness, but there are the golden threads of joy! Of course, there are lots of other colors of threads woven into the fabric as well, and while I'm not particularly fond of some of the individual colors, the tapestry as a whole is really quite spectacular...and how those black threads cause the golden ones to stand out and really glisten!

If you try to pull out some of the threads that you don't like, the entire tapestry could unravel and fall apart. Better to leave them there and continue weaving, knowing that they, too, in their own small way, help support the whole...the whole that makes your own tapestry beautiful and perfectly unique, perfectly your own."

Each one of you makes the Loom the beautiful place it is! I'm so glad you've chosen to add your thread to the tapestry.

Long may you grow!

-Fox

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Date: Mon May 19, 2003 6:48 am
Subject: The Contest... Part 2! How well do you know your fellow Loom-mates?

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The Long Hair Loom - May 19, 2003

Good Morning! I hope your week is off to a great start! We are getting a great start right now on Part 2 of the Skeeter Scrunchi and Bun Cover Give Away Contest, "How Well Do You Know Your Fellow Loom-mates?"

Who can play? Only those who sent in their answers for part 1.

The rules:

Please answer the following questions specifically, using only one answer for each question, but this time you are not answering for yourself! You are answering what you think most of your Loom-mates who submitted answers put down! So... if you said yes to a question and you think more people said no, then answer no! Email your answers to me at: thelonghairloom@... and put Contest in the subject line. Whoever guesses the most correct answer, wins! If we have a tie, we'll have a run off question!

All answers must be received by Sunday, May 25th right up until 11:59 PM! If all of those who participated reply before then, we will announce the winner early. You will be notified by email and on the board!

All questions are based on the people who post here on our Loom boards, so remember that when answering questions like, "Who's hair do you most admire?"

Please answer yes or no to questions 1 -3.

1-Has the majority of your Loom-mates complimented someone on their hair this month?

2-Did they think about complimenting someone�s hair, but just didn�t do it?

3- Has the majority of your Loom-mates invited someone to visit the Loom, via email or word of mouth?

4-Who on this board, has influenced the majority of your Loom-mates the most?

5-Who�s hair does your Loom-mates most admire (on the Loom)?

6- Who makes them smile most often when reading their posts?

7-What do your Loom-mates like most about the Loom?
a home page
b forum style, threaded posts
c Library
d Styling Station

8-The thing that has helped the majority of your Loom-mates hair the most is?
a cutting back on heated styling tools
b using CWC or CO washes
c oiling

9-The reason most of your Loom-mates are growing their hair long is?
a I love the way it looks
b I love the way it feels
c It�s easy to care for
d My religious beliefs

10- If dreams could come instantly true, most of my Loom-mates would have:
a bra strap length
b waist length
c classic length
d hip length
e longer than all the above

11- The products your Loom-mates use the most are:
a natural products
b salon products
c synthetics right off the shelf of the local store

I hope you've had as much fun with this as I have! Let the final stage begin! Good luck everyone!!!!!

Please be sure to be looking for our new article on Biotin, due out soon!

-Fox

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Date: Sat May 17, 2003 8:18 am
Subject: Two new articles in the library!

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The Long Hair Loom - May 17, 2003

Hello! We have two great articles in the library to share with you.

Our very own Skeeter gave us an interview. Please be sure to read about this talented and giving lady!

Our other article is about another talented lady, Kathy Robinson. Kathy owns and operates The Maiden's Treasures. She creates some fantastic hair sticks, forks, and custom made jewelry. Be sure to read more about it!

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We've added more lovely heads of hair to the Photograph Album. If you haven't submitted your picture, please do! Send it to: thelonghairloom@...!

Phase 1 of our Skeeter's Scrunchie and Bun Cover Contest is coming to a close. You only have a day left so get those answers in! You don't want to miss out on a chance to get this great prize!

Have a great weekend,

-Fox

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Date: Wed May 14, 2003 6:34 am
Subject: Contest Rules - New Photo Album is up!

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The Long Hair Loom - May 14, 2003

Thanks so much for your contest ideas on the board and through email. We have decided that while all the ideas are great, some might exclude people due to computer limitations. So� we�ve decided on a contest that should be fun and fair!

I�m not even going to give you the name of the contest until part 2� so hang with me! It will build the suspense!

Our prize however, is a wonderful turquoise scrunchi and bun cover set made by Skeeter! Many thanks to Skeeter for donating the prize! If you don�t own anything made by Skeeter, you�re really missing out. She does exceptional work, and it�s a treasure to have! So.. let the games begin!

Contest questions� for the Skeeter Scrunchi & Bun Cover Set Give Away!

Who can play? Anyone who has been posting on the Loom as of May 13, 2003.

Please answer the following questions and email them to me at: thelonghairloom@... and put Contest in the subject line. There are no wrong answers! If I see Fox, Fox, Fox as answers� I�ll know you�re not being honest!

This is a two part contest. All answers must be received by Sunday, May 18th right up until 11:59 PM! There are 11 questions. Three are yes or no, three you will come up with answers on your own, and five will be multiple choice! Once the answers are gathered, I�ll let you know how it all plays out for part 2, where the winner will be determined! Do NOT tell anyone else what your answers are. This is very important to the contest! All questions are based on the people here on the boards, so remember that when answering questions like, "Who's hair do you most admire?"

Please answer yes or no to questions 1 -3.

1-Have you complimented someone on their hair this month?

2-Did you think about complimenting someone�s hair, but just didn�t do it?

3- Have you invited someone to visit the Loom, via email or word of mouth?

4-Who on this board, has influenced you the most?

5-Who�s hair do you most admire (on the Loom)?

6- Who makes you smile most often when reading their posts?

7-What do you like most about the Loom?
a home page
b forum style, threaded posts
c Library
d Styling Station

8-The thing that has helped my hair the most is?
a cutting back on heated styling tools
b using CWC or CO washes
c oiling

9-The reason I am growing my hair long is?
a I love the way it looks
b I love the way it feels
c It�s easy to care for
d My religious beliefs

10- If dreams could come instantly true, my length would be:
a bra strap length
b waist length
c classic length
d hip length
e longer than all the above

11- The products I use the most are:
a natural products
b salon products
c synthetics right off the shelf of the local store

I hope you enjoy this game! It should be fun!

Please be sure to also check out our new Photograph Album!

If you'd like to submit your picture, please send it to thelonghairloom@..., and please note in the subject line that you are submitting a picture to be added.

Thanks so much for your continued support! Long may we grow!

-Fox

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Date: Mon May 12, 2003 7:53 am
Subject: The new home page has been launched!

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The Long Hair Loom - May 12, 2003

Hello! I just wanted to let you know that our new home page has been launched! Thanks for being so patient with me. It's all been a learning experience, one I'm glad for... just wish I could learn more quickly so you didn't have to wait on me so much! Please take a moment to take a peek. Suggestions are always welcome.

I'd like to add a special thanks to Karen Marie Shelton of Hairboutique.com for her front page posting of our home page link. We've had nearly 2000 hits this month on the home page, and over 60% have come from the link off of Hairboutique! Karen, you've been great and I thank you!

I'd like to start a picture gallery for those who visit our site. If you'd like to have your picture posted, please email it to me using the email link on the homepage (thelonghairloom@...) . Please do not hit reply in order to send pictures. I need them all to come to one account. Keep in mind that larger sized pictures are better for resizing than smaller sized pictures.

We have a contest coming up on the Loom. I'll be posting the rules and prize very soon! Be looking for that on our Main Hair Care discussion board!

As always, thanks for being a part of the Loom!

-Fox

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Date: Wed May 7, 2003 5:10 am
Subject: New Articles in the Library!

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The Long Hair Loom - May 7, 2003

Hello! I hope this month has gotten off to a great start for you! Things have been busy on the Loom. I suppose that is a good thing!

I'd like to welcome those who are new to the mailing list! I'm glad you've joined! If you enjoy this update list, please share the address with your friends. They are most welcome to join too!

In the Library you will find two new articles to read. The Discussion Board Rules are at the top of the list. Please take a moment to read these. While everything is functioning well on the boards, we want to keep it that way. "The Rules" will ensure that everyone is treated with respect and fairness. http://www.network54.com/Hide/Forum/message?forumid=246853&messageid=1052294068

Have you ever wanted a special keepsake, something to pass on to your kids, something that will last? Read our interview with "Ric the Combmaker" and you might find exactly what you are looking for! Ric makes gorgeous wooden combs that will last your lifetime and then some! Custom work is welcome.

I continue to work on our homepage and hope to have something new and improved up by the end of the month. I'm always hoping for sooner, but I'm so new to all of this that it's all been a learning experience!

See you on the boards!

Fox

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Date: Fri May 2, 2003 4:44 am
Subject: Long Hair Loom Update- Two new articles!

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The Long Hair Loom - May 1, 2003

Hello Everyone,

Thank you for being a part of the Long Hair Loom. Just like a loom weaves together different colors of thread to create a beautiful tapestry, together we can create a beautiful community of people with knowledge about long hair needs! Without you, it wouldn't be the same! Please feel free to join in the discussion. We want to hear from you!

I wanted to let you know we have two new articles in our Loom Library. At the top of the page you'll find an interview with Karlie Eldred of Dressy Tresses. Here's a sneak peek!

"I believe in giving customers choices because fads come and go. I also lean toward the high end, fancy accessories that are more unusual. Anyone can buy a plastic clip in their local store, but finding an Austrian crystal barrette in the shape of a butterfly is going to be a hard to find item. Most of my items were made as limited edition designs which is another reason you're not going to see them mass marketed anywhere. There are some companies in China that are copying some of the designs, but they are cheaply made and they don't have the same quality of sparkle and durability."

To hear more from Karlie about her own long hair as well as her work as a jewelry designer, use the link below to go directly to that article.

Stephanie is just 16 years old, but that doesn't stop her from creating elaborate replicas of Star Wars hair styles. In our interview with her she said, �I do not like to have the same style all the time. I love to do different and fun things with it, and I am always looking for ideas. Whenever I see an interesting style, I like to see if I can do it too. Sometimes it is not even a hairstyle...just shapes I see around me give me lots of ideas.�

If you want to get to know Stephanie a little better and see some of her unique hairstyles, this link takes you directly to her article. http://www.network54.com/Hide/Forum/message?forumid=246853&messageid=1051857409

If you'd like to return to the rest of the library articles, click the Return To Index option at the upper right hand corner of the articles.

You can also go directly to the library using this link:

http://www.network54.com/Hide/Forum/246853

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