My hair, my money, my time

HINTS FROM HELOISE

My hair, my money, my time

Dear Readers: Here’s this week’s SOUND OFF, about beauty-shop etiquette: “When someone comes early for their hair appointment, the operator (stylist) should tell them to have a seat. This early bird shouldn’t make small talk with my operator while she’s doing my hair. I really don’t want a stranger talking to my operator during my time. This happens a lot, and in some places I’ve not gone back.

“I also don’t want a stranger making comments about my hair. It’s my appointment, and I’m paying for this time with this operator.

“Whenever I arrive early, I always take a seat and wait my turn.”

— No Name in Ohio

Mention this privately to your operator. Some people are not bothered; others are. Many women (and men) go to a salon for some alone time – to read a book, chat with friends or catch up on what’s going on.

Your personal space should be respected.

— Heloise

SEND A GREAT HINT TO: Heloise P.O. Box 795000 San Antonio, TX 78279-5000 Fax: 1-210-HELOISE Email: Heloise(at)Heloise.

com FAST FACTS Dear Readers: Here are some other uses for ironing boards: * Extra counter space in the kitchen.

* Cover and use as an extra buffet table.

* As a bedside table.

* Cover and place baked goods on it to cool.

* In a hotel, use as an extra support for suitcases.

— Heloise

PERMANENT MARKERS Dear Heloise: My little brother took a black permanent marker and scribbled on one of my shirts. I tried hand sanitizer to get it out. I squirted some on the marks and rubbed them just a little. Then I washed it right away. Every mark came right out.

— Jewel in Texas

By Heloise