oh dear Mandy we just read your post at the Longhairclub and are horrified and dissappointed in what your family is putting you through. We can't believe that your family is actually making you consider cutting your crowning glory. It is shocking at the least. I have been lucky enough to have found someone who cherishes and adores my long locks and takes great pleasure in helping me wash and care for my very long hair. We can only wish the same for you. Your long hair is just as much a part of you as is your arm,leg,hand,foot,etc. and you would never consider cutting one of them off. Keep and cherish the hair you love