Why Straightening My Hair is hard

The simple answer: because it's naturally curly.

The actual answer: because I feel like a big faker trying to act big.

Just about a year ago, I was introduced to the flat iron. Seriously. Until then, I thought all those movie stars and teenagers just knew how to do their hair. I had no idea there was this new invention out. Obviously, I don't pay much attention to fashion or fussing with hair products and doo-dads.

After experiencing hair straightening at the Hair Garage, which took about 40 minutes, I looked completely different. Suddenly, I looked sophisticated and put together like never before. It was like I gave a damn about my appearance. I really felt good about myself.

Not that there's anything wrong with that.

Honestly, I'm not sure why I have trouble walking around with my hair sleek and fashionable. It just seems so false to me. I've never wanted to color my hair for the same reason. I mean, I feel guilty using lemon juice.

My guess is if I spent more time digging to the root of my objections I'd find a completely unexpected problem. Pride. I'll bet anything that it has to do with my pride. I want to be genuine inside and out. I think people who have cosmetic surgery for purely vain reasons must be twisted and wrong.

Maybe they are.

But does that mean I am better than them?