The Hair Works

The Yellow Corner Queen

At the bend of Vigue and Grand Army Road,
Stands a building that’s definitely… seen some load.
A sun-faded yellow, with charm and with creaks,
And siding that’s held on for decades (and weeks).

It started with grain—Vigue Brothers’ big dream,
Back when a store meant more than it seemed.
Then came the snacks, the smokes, maybe bait,
As a good country store, it carried its weight.

But time moves on, and so did the shop,
Till I grabbed the keys—oh Lord, what a swap!
My folks packed up from St. Louis one day,
To be near me and baby (and help me not fray).

Since then it’s been home to the fam near and far,
You name it—we’ve filled it with laughter and scars.
Now it’s my castle, my nest, my parade,
And home to the best little beauty shop made.

The porch may be slanted, the shingles might shed,
And the plumbing’s got moods (some better left unsaid).
But inside these walls? Honey, don’t even start—
There’s joy in the floors and love in the heart.

So don’t call it rundown, don’t scoff or despair,
It’s held generations with tender care.
Hope lives here, and promise, and style on a dime—
With highlights and hugs and gossip in rhyme.

So tip your hat when you drive on through,
To the old yellow building with stories (and shampoo).
She’s not just a corner—she’s a crown in disguise,
A beauty-filled beacon beneath country skies!

Behind the Chair
—For My Whitefield Family

For thirty-one years, behind this old chair,
I’ve welcomed your stories, your hearts, and your hair.
Through seasons of life, through joy and through tears,
You’ve trusted me gently, year after year.

We’ve laughed ’til we cried, we’ve cried without shame,
Shared coffee, confessions, and childhoods by name.
Watched babies grow up, and said our goodbyes,
To loved ones who left with stars in our skies.

From prom curls and wedding day braids full of grace,
To quiet gray roots time never could erase.
You’ve given me more than a job or a trade—
You’ve given me friendships that never will fade.

This small-town salon, this sweet little space,
Has held so much love in its mirror-lined grace.
And I am so grateful—for every kind guest,
Who sat in my chair and brought out my best.

So thank you, dear Whitefield, for all that you are—
My village, my people, my guiding North Star.
I’m still here with scissors, with color and care—
And always with love, behind this same chair.

April

Beauty is not what we look like. It is not the perfect hair, body, and face.

I want you to think about what core beliefs you have around beauty…

My belief is this - beauty is an essence.

It’s something you exude.

Beauty comes from within you.

You don’t get that from makeup, hair and fancy clothes.

Beauty is attained by cultivating your inner world. Being kind to yourself, caring for yourself, and embracing the natural confidence you feel around being you.

Leave a comment and tell me what beliefs you have around beauty.

Are they supporting you in showing up confidently in the world, or are your beliefs keeping you boxed in?

SMILING should not be optional!!!!
You should simply Smile and flash this pearly whites to everyone!
There are so many amazing benefits of smiling that this simple gesture should never be ignored. First of all, it boost your mood instantly by reducing stress and anxiety automatically. Studies have found that smiling releases cortisol and produces endorphins, dopamine and serotonin. These are your bodies natural happy enhancers. Smiling reduces blood pressure, increases endurance, reduces pain, and strengthens your immune system! You look younger when you smile and it makes other people smile and then they pass that smile onto the next person and the benefits just keep going and going and going. So if you truly want to “pay it forward”
SIMPLY SMILE!!!!!

The new sign is up!! I love it!!!

My sweet Dawson’s (grandson) first haircut!!! My life is so blessed!!!

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Hello beautiful people. So many of you have asked me about my sign. I’m not going anywhere, The Hair Works is still open and going strong. Thank you all so much for your concern. The old sign simply had to come down. It was very old and was literally falling apart. A new sign will be made soon.

What an awesome Independence Day Parade. As I was walking along the parade route with family(for the Whitefield Library) I was so happy and excited to see so many of you. This amazing community has given me so much. So many great friendships, work flexibility and the opportunity to earn a living in this beautiful town. I am honored and humbled by the love our community has shown to me and my family. I am so grateful for you all!!! Thank you for 31 years and counting. I am so happy to serve you all for many years to come. 🥰😘🤗💕❤️

This may be the most important thing you do today.
Ok - Now take a breath. I mean it. Take a deep breath - right now. When was the last time you let yourself take a moment for yourself and just breathe? If your next thought was a string of reasons explaining why you don’t have time for yourself, let me help you replace those excuses with 3 reasons why prioritizing breaks was a game-changer for me, and will be vital to your health:
1. It helps you to slow down and gives you a new perspective on what's important in life.
2. It helps you to step back and get a new look at things. That’s when my best ideas come.
3. and it's frankly just good for the sole. I get it. Sometimes it’s easier said than done... Let’s hold each other accountable for prioritizing time to take care of ourselves, so we remain energized and inspired to conquer those dreams of ours! Drop an emoji below if you’re going to commit to taking a break today!

Good morning, beautiful people! I want to say a great big thank you for my wonderful, loyal, kind and patient client/friends. I am GRATEFUL! 🥰