Just got back from Lebanon! It’s been over six years since I was able to take my whole family back to my home country and we had a fantastic time. Great food, a moonlight hike in the mountains and gracious hospitality. Through it all I was reminded of how important family and relationship is.
At our salon we work hard to make every customer feel welcome and appreciated. After all, we want to be your day-maker! We never forget that Eliegante salon is part of your day and part of a larger community, so the personal touch is very important to us. This attitude comes from my upbringing in Lebanon, where community and hospitality is at the heart of the culture. A well-known Lebanese phrase is دائما معا, which means “always together”. So even though I have childhood friends that I haven’t seen in years, we’re still together. A friend is a friend even a continent away. And, in times when we get back together like we did last month, it’s a wonderful reunion.
Let me tell you one quick haircut story from my trip.
I have a cute little nephew named Ray. When he was born, his parents said “Elie, when he’s old enough we want you to give him his first haircut”. That was 18 months ago. Well, his hair has been growing and by now was getting full and thick. His parents had been keeping it trimmed, but were saving a full haircut for me. When I got over to Lebanon on this trip I had the pleasure of seeing Ray and, you guessed it, giving him his very first salon treatment! What a joy! And he sat so patiently for me, it was amazing! You can see pictures of the experience on my Facebook Page.
I’m glad to be back home and busy at the salon as we head into fall. But I’m thankful for the trip and time away with my family and friends. It helps me remember that hard work is very good, but relationship is priceless. A warm, friendly atmosphere is what we want you to feel each time you step into Eliegante Hair Design and Spa.
