It was time for a haircut today, so I called Lucia to see if she had a spot this afternoon, and fortunately she did. Kathy and I have been coming to Lucia for haircuts I am thinking, for about 30 years plus. Kathy asked a friend who suggested Lucia and originally she had her salon in the basement of her house. I think neighbors complained about the cars parking there, so she rented a salon and we have been coming here ever since. I love coming here for the life that goes on here. There are several hairdressers that have been with her for years, and Janet who does the shampooing, who we have known for as as long as Lucia has been in this location. She has a lot of Italian customers and the shop is usually full and there is so much conversation back and forth in Italian and Spanish and the shop always feels so alive with conversation. There is always the offer of an espresso when I arrive. So at the end of my haircut I asked if I could do a portrait of the both of us and she said "yes." So here we are, friends after so many years.
Wonderful photo and love hearing that you have enjoyed her services and friendship for so many years. I have never been offered an espresso at my salons LOL.
ReplyDeleteGreat photo. I could instantly relate to this theme because I had a hairdresser for 30 years until she retired. It was years of good conversation and bonding over life experiences. This photo and the description capture the feeling of the bond I think a lot of people feel with their barber or hairdresser. Trace
ReplyDeleteNice photo of the two of you. I like your haircut. I have also gone to the same hairdresser for 35 years or more. It’s comfortable knowing what to expect. We discuss books, movies, music and what’s going on in our lives…
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