Sunday, September 2, 2018

The Journey of Hair continues, still.

    Here we are in September, barely.  The weather isn't quite reaching 100° F anymore, just 90+.  The leaves have been changing around here for a few weeks though.  Very slowly, but still noticeable. I suppose the dry hot summer had something to do with that.  All weather talk aside, let's get to the main topic as of late.  As I previously may have stated, I shaved my head, and subsequently started wearing hats and scarves.  I'm not sure if I was very clear on all that.  I know I mentioned 1 Corinthians 11:2-16, where Paul writes in regards to men and women praying and prophesying, head coverings, the order of men, women, Christ, and God, and submission. 
    Now, before you get all feminist on me, hear me out. When I say submission, I am not talking about being a mindless slave to my husband.  I am talking about loving and respecting him, as he should love and respect Christ. A few good reads that might help explain things better than I are "Head Covering" by Jane Worsley and Hazel Dixon, "Covered Glory" by David Philllips, and "Glories Seen & Unseen" by Warren Henderson.  These amazing authors give great detail into the study of 1 Corinthians 11, breaking it down verse by verse, giving word studies and cultural/historical background.  I am not going to rehash what they have already said in a much better way than I ever could. 
    Since initially shaving my head, I have felt called to veil, or cover.   Not only do I cover when at church, I cover most all day.   In part for modesty, and in part for simple obedience to God.  Currently, I wear bandanas and pre-tied head scarfs by ShariRose. Navy blue black white polka dot  There are other styles that I like, and am eager to try a few more to see what works for me.  Last week I ordered the Signature Shaper from Wrapunzel, and have collected a few scarves to wear with it.  It should arrive in a couple days.  Let's hope I can master wrapping.  I'll try to post pictures soon.