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Crystal Gayle’s voice captured hearts, but it was her long, flowing hair that captured imaginations. As her career blossomed in the 1970s, so did the legend of her floor-length tresses a feature that became as integral to her identity as her soulful, smooth vocals.

Crystal Gayle, born Brenda Gail Webb on January 9, 1951, in Paintsville, Kentucky, grew up in a musical family, surrounded by the sounds of her older sister Loretta Lynn’s rising career. Unlike her siblings, Crystal spent her formative years in Wabash, Indiana, where her family relocated in search of better opportunities after her father’s health began to decline. This urban setting exposed her to a diverse range of music styles, influencing her own unique sound that would later blend country with pop sensibilities.

As a child, Crystal’s hair was kept short, a common style for many young girls at the time. However, everything changed when she visited Nashville and saw a woman with knee-length hair. Inspired by this sight, Gayle decided to grow her hair long, a decision that would become a defining aspect of her public persona.

By the late 1970s, Crystal Gayle’s hair had reached considerable lengths, becoming a hallmark of her image. It wasn’t just about aesthetics; her long hair symbolized a certain grace and elegance that perfectly complemented her smooth vocal style. This combination of beauty and talent set her apart in the competitive world of country music, where image often plays as crucial a role as the music itself.
During this period, Gayle’s music career was reaching new heights. With hits like ‘Don’t It Make My Brown Eyes Blue’, she became a crossover sensation, appealing to both country and pop audiences. But as much as her music captivated listeners, her hair fascinated them. The flowing, dark tresses became synonymous with her name, often featured in media and fan discussions alike.

In the early 1990s, as her hair reached the floor, Gayle considered cutting it. The maintenance was time-consuming, and she experienced headaches due to its weight. Despite these challenges, her daughter persuaded her not to go through with the drastic change, saying, “You can’t cut your hair you won’t be Crystal Gayle.” This sentiment resonated with many of her fans, who had come to see her long hair as an essential part of her identity.

Crystal Gayle’s decision to maintain her long hair despite the challenges it posed was seen as a commitment to her image and the persona she had cultivated over the years. Her hair, like her music, was a signature element of her brand, making her instantly recognizable in the crowded landscape of country music.

Even as her career evolved, Gayle’s long hair remained a constant. It was featured prominently on album covers, during performances, and in interviews. The media often highlighted her tresses, sometimes as much as her music, underscoring how integral her hair had become to her public image.

Her hair was more than just a physical characteristic; it was a symbol of the elegance and poise she brought to the stage. It represented a continuity in an industry where trends often come and go, and it helped solidify her status as a country music icon.

In addition to its symbolic significance, Gayle’s hair contributed to her appeal as a sex symbol in the 1970s and 1980s. The combination of her smooth, polished vocal delivery and her striking physical appearance created a powerful image that resonated with audiences. She became known not just for her musical talent but also for her distinctive look, which set her apart from other artists of the time.

Crystal Gayle’s long hair remains one of the most talked-about aspects of her legacy. It is a reminder of an era in country music when artists were not just singers but also icons who embodied the spirit of their music in every aspect of their being. Her decision to keep her hair long, despite the challenges, speaks to her dedication to maintaining the image that her fans had come to love.

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I knew the name and the big hit but didn’t know she was just as famous for having long hair. :grinning:

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A great post Minx. Just one year younger than me, but with longer hair and considerably more well known…
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There is no such thing as progress these days, they do things because they can…
Take the modern Electric and Hybrid vehicles…They have turned the simple motor car into one of the most complex moving vehicle on the planet. They use almost twice the components of a normal car, and power it with one of the most dangerous and toxic fuels ever discovered…And the car is mainly used to get you to work and pick up yer shopping from Tesco…
And on a planet that is 71% water, and it rains a lot, be careful what you do with your lithium batteries as this bloke explains…

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Pause for a moment and think about what you consider beautiful in the animal world: perhaps a peacock spider’s fancy dance, vibrant hues on a mandrill’s face, or the chittering chatter of a zebra finch song.

We largely have the females of the species to thank for these

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Of course, males just do the heavy lifting…
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Not with the state of my back they don’t. :anguished:

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I watched one of the railway travel programmes on TV a few months ago, possibly one of Michael Palin’s, that included a section about the little pottery cups used for selling tea to travellers on India’s railways.
Some time ago, plastic disposable cups were introduced that nearly wiped out the cottage industry that made the pot-cups. Then a change of government brought about a ban on the single use plastics and re-introduced the pottery cups. This saved thousands of jobs, put money back into the economy, reduced poverty, and drastically reduced the amount of plastic pollution produced.

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I want one.

A fireperson’s bicycle, believed to have been used around the BSA (British Small Arms) manufactory in the early 1900s.
The operator(s) would ride around the site in the hope any fire could be extinguished before it got out of hand.

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The toolkit include a crowbar and axe, and the bike was even fitted with a siren that worked off the front wheel.

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The siren would be fun.That would sort out any tardy jaywalkers.

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In remote parts of Australia, sections of roads double up as emergency landing strips for The Royal Flying Doctor Service.

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The section of road must be flat, straight, metalled, and at least 1.3km long. Aircraft have right of way.

Additionally, in remote areas such as sheep stations or small outback communities, there will be a lock-box of medical equipment and medicines. If, for example, a farm-worker gashed their leg on some rusty barbed wire, the RFDS would be contacted by radio, and a doctor would prescribe perhaps a specific antibiotic which would have a simple unique identifying number. An instruction something like, “Give the patient a 50cc injection of pack number 17, followed 4 hours later by two 20mg tablets from pack number 23. Repeat the tablets every 4 hours.”

Injuries or illnesses could thus be treated immediately in advance of medics being despatched by plane if necessary, saving time and lives.

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You’re right, they’re everywhere…

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I don’t think many places have annual public holidays for sporting events.

Victoria has two. One to celebrate the AFL Grand Final on this weekend and another in November to celebrate the Melbourne Cup horse race.

Those mexicans are a weird mob south of the border

Nestled within the sprawling expanse of Mexico City lies the enchanting Xico Volcanic Crater, affectionately known as Cerro de Xico.

This remarkable geological formation measures an impressive 0.62 miles (1 kilometer) across, boasting an abundance of fertile soil and idyllic, sheltered farmland. Its captivating history traces back to a time when it was submerged beneath the serene waters of Lake Chalco.

With the lake eventually drained in the 16th or 17th century, the crater emerged as a lush haven for agriculture and development, transforming the landscape and leaving a rich legacy that continues to thrive today.

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The Xico volcano is located in a volcanic area known as Chihináutzin, and is believed to have emerged between 550 and 640 AD. [ 2 ]

It is located at the geographical coordinates 19°20’21’’ and 19°58’34’. 98°58’34’‘, north latitude and 89°54’30’', west latitude. It is at an altitude of 2,240 m above sea level [ 10 ]

Geology

It is a monogenetic volcano, [ 11 ]​ from a formation known as a tuff ring, a geological phenomenon produced by the interaction of magma with water. This formation arose around Lake Chalco, which originates from the Sierra Nevada. [ 2 ]

Culture

There are people living on the slopes of the volcano and using the crater to grow food for several generations. The reason for the fertility of the soils of ancient craters, such as that of Xico, is because they contain calcium, sodium, phosphorus and potassium, which retain moisture in the soil and reduce acidity. [ 5 ]

The Xico volcano is often a recreational area for the general population, using its trails for walking, running and climbing. There are also bicycle routes both on the slopes and in the crater. [ 2 ]

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The ancient Mexicas considered mountains and volcanoes to be sacred, attributing to them qualities similar to deities. Some deified hills were worshipped at the end of the rainy season; such is the case of Iztaccíhuatl and Popocatépetl . [ 6 ]

In the year 1258, a group of Toltec Chichimecas arrived at the settlement of Xico. A group of Chalcas had already inhabited the area for 18 years. This last group was called by the Chichimecas, the Atempanecas (those who live on the edge of the water), because they had the reputation of submerging themselves in the lake. [ 7 ] For this reason, and because it was located in the middle of a lake, Xico was considered a sacred center. The archaeological data from the excavations carried out in 1990, give an account of the ceremonial structures that were in the area, [ 8 ] which correspond to the cult of water; since sea snails, green stones and shells were found. [ 9 ]

Before the conquest, there was a population to the south. When the Spanish arrived, the crater was drained and left dry. [ 2 ]

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The Barberton Mountains, also known as Makhonjwa Mountains, are the oldest mountain range on Earth.

These rocks are part of the Barberton Greenstone Belt in South Africa, which dates back approximately 3.5 billion years.

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I don’t like the sound of that.

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