$16 later, I had my hair cut up to my shoulders, measured and bagged the braid and shipped it FedEx Ground to Locks of Love. I hope they'll be glad for a repeat donation and my longest yet at 22".
I am a few pounds lighter from the release of hair, my vacuum should clog less often and if you miss my long hair, give me 2 to 2.5 years and it'll be at my waist again.