The following is a work of fiction.

Not Nick Nolte's Diary, Malibu, California
October 10, 2004

Outdoor Salon

I finished painting and let Manolo know he could step in to tidy up. The room looks wonderful. I have to admit the new gray isn't too different from the old. Manolo got a haircut apparently and it inspired me to get a touch-up. I called a bunch of places using my name but couldn't get an appointment. Before I knew it, I was dunking my head in the wading pool and Sam was spinning a mean buzz cut. Sam was having a bit too much fun for my comfort and he took his sweet time, but it was nice to have my hair cut outside. Someone should be working on an outdoor salon chain. The cut is as good or better than the view. Perhaps that could be their slogan. It certainly is true for me today. Off to Kendo.