Thanks for the kind words and your help, Toni! I really appreciate it.
Yes, it's not a fun process growing your hair out, especially when it takes more than a few months - but complaining about it won't help!
I'll try to mess up my hair with different products in the mean time, or simply brush it to the side a little; doesn't look to shabby when doing that, and it only takes a minute or two.
Again, thanks for your help! I'll be sure to check back when I think it's time for a new haircut.