Growing Up Hayden

 

We’ve named our blog, Growing Up Hayden because we feel it’s a testament to what it is to live in the now, in a world where the LGBT community is fighting for acceptance and equality.  Our content is focused on all aspects of what it is to live, love and thrive in what’s still a very judgmental world.  Growing Up Hayden is a live narrative that we hope will continue to illustrate positive changes and a more and more loving, open and welcoming world.

New on “The List:” Nou Veau Salon & Day Spa

A local reviewer in Mobile, Alabama had this to say about her favorite local spa:

“I moved to Mobile in late 2013. As a pretty far left leaning person, I was a little worried about living here. But my concerns were put to rest when I walked into Nou Veau Salon and Spa one day. I had no particular reason for choosing the salon. I had a hair emergency that needed to be fixed immediately, so I wandered into Nou Veau with my mascara running down my face. By the time I left the salon, my hair was so fabulous that I went to a drag show at the recommendation of some of the LGBT and LGBT-friendly staff!

I have had several different services at Nou Veau and have been pleased with every one of them. From the minute Peter greets you at the door to the time he says goodbye, you will always feel welcome. Krista, my stylist, is amazing, open, and professional. The folks at Nou Veau truly celebrate individuality, respect differences, and welcome outsiders with open arms. I highly recommend the salon and the people who work there! You will look and feel great and just may leave with a few new friends.”

Curious where Mobile is on Hayden’s List? We haven’t come out there yet! Raise your voices by submitting reviews and let’s help Mobile “come out!”

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Tell Us Tuesday: Wild Card Week + a free prize!

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It’s Tell Us Tuesday here at Hayden’s List and this week we are giving away a free prize to a lucky reviewer! All reviews entered by 5pm EST will be entered to win this beautiful LOVE shirt, courtesy of our friends at ‘The Change Project’.

So now’s your chance, the more reviews you enter, the greater your chance to win!

Review here!

New on “The List:” Castlewood at the Highlands in Birmingham, Alabama

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A Birmingham Reviewer reviewed ‘Castlewood at the Highlands’ today.

“As a member of the LGBT community, and an employee of The Highlands, I am confident in saying that the staff I work with are very accepting of everyone. We treat eating disorders and related conditions. We have a therapy group titled “Gender, Intimacy, and Sexuality” where clients can openly and safely discuss these topics. I am currently working on a “Safe Zone” training for all staff members so it can become official.”

Read the full review in the Professional Section of our Birmingham page.

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Housing & Auto in Chicago “Now Live:” Burdi Motorworks in Schiller Park

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“I am not an overly openly gay guy nor a butch straight guy either. This is a recommendation for the fair service and cost they provide for any Mercedes Benz owner.
I think it was quite obvious that they saw the registration of the car when they checked the v.i.n. number, that it was two guys who owned the car. It did not make any difference to them and the service was excellent.”

Read this HL reviewers full review of this dealership, on the Housing & Auto category of our Chicago page.

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New on “The List:” Sweet Cheeks Baking Co. in San Diego, CA

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The staff at Sweet Cheeks Baking Company are stellar professionals. My fiance’ and I were planning our wedding in California and we checked for recommendations for a bakery. Sweet Cheeks came highly recommended. The staff have been wonderful to work with during the planning process. Elaine and her colleagues have made it a joy to plan a destination wedding to San Diego. I highly recommend Sweet Cheeks Baking Co. for any event, not just an LGBT wedding.

Curious where San Diego is on Hayden’s List? We haven’t come out there yet! Raise your voices by submitting reviews and let’s help San Diego “come out”!

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