Jack's First "Real" Haircut

Although Kate gave Jack his first haircut back in April, until yesterday he had yet to go get his hair cut by a professional. And though his shaggy curls were kind of cute, the wings on the sides of his head had to go. So Kate finally relented and made him an appointment at the Cookie Cutters in Canton. In case you do not know, Cookie Cutters is a chain that specializes in cutting kids' hair. You can see from the pictures that it is a very festive place, complete with a TV, DVD player, and PlayStation at every chair to entice little kids to sit still. Even with these goodies, the stylists they employ must have amazing patience.

We were a little worried whether Jack would sit still long enough, but he did wonderful. He was quiet and held relatively still through the entire ordeal. Okay, so he did try to dance while she was trying to cut, and all the bright colors and other children had him moving his head all around, but what do you expect from a 14-month old?

Here is the little man looking cool and suave with his new 'do. You can also see that he is thoroughly enjoying his first sucker. (Yeah, Kate and I are so mean for denying him this tasty treat before.) The stylist asked if it was okay if she gave him a sucker. We said yes, assuming that they stocked safety suckers. We were a little alarmed when she handed Jack a regular one, but before we could say anything, it was in his mouth and his eyes had an enthusiastic glint to them. So, we (nervously) kept a close eye on Jack and let him enjoy his little treat. Doesn't he look like such a big boy with his freshly shorn look, complete with product in his hair?