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Google "undercut" and discover a world of fierce and wild shapes, colors and designs necessary to elevate your personal brand to the watching world.  Fashionisers  my new "go-to guide to the world of fashion trends" captured the spirit of the undercut for women,  "Y ou’ll realize that the undercut bob is a beautiful representation of women’s nature. Feminine on one side, and rule-breaking on the other, this hairstyle can adapt to any mood. Whether you want a polished look or a little something to add edginess to your attire, the undercut bob is here to deliver. This bold hairstyle is perfect for ladies who are tired of familiar, play-it-safe styles."  Feminine, rule-breaker seems an apt description not only of Madeline's new haircut but her existence. The undercut seems like the good and right decision as a fierce yet lovely young women prepares for surgery. Grateful to Rose at Wisteria Salon in Greenville, SC.  

Madeline is having surgery on January 5, and we covet your prayers over the coming weeks. A few months ago Madeline began noticing pain in her hip. We visited a doctor who referred us to The Shriner’s Hospital in Greenville. This resulted in an x-ray of her back. She was diagnosed with scoliosis (22% curve), which is significant but not debilitating. It does, however, explain the pain in her hip. She wears a brace at night (it is blue camouflage) which is uncomfortable but will stabilize the spine as she grows. Scoliosis is as much structural as neurological, and we were referred to a pediatric neurosurgeon in late October. On Tuesday, November 9, Madeline had an MRI. It was supposed to be less than an hour long, but we managed to enjoy the experience for three hours. A few days passed, and we assumed it was simply scoliosis. We met with the doctor on November 17 and received significant news from the MRI. Madeline suffers from Chiari, which is simply stated, compressed brain tonsils.