how blonde is too blonde

Its summer and I should be blonde. My blonde reflects the seasons, and at this point (mid-summer) it should have a well-established sun-kissed look. Never mind that I haven't been going to the pool or the beach, but my forays to the grocery store or my walks around the neighborhood should be encouraging natural lightening. So why is it that I have lifeless, dirty blonde hair surrounding my face instead of bright white wisps.

I am leaving town for the middle east in two weeks. Being blonde is not an asset. It just makes you stand out more than you already do. Oh well my blonde tresses will just make it easier for my family to find me in a crowd and guarantee that I look like a foreigner. Its worth it. I'm going to the salon this afternoon.