Sis, I know where you're coming from, but I think there's nothing sadder than seeing a woman with a head full of damaged, broken hair who is afraid to cut it off for fear that she's going to look like a "boy". You are more than your follicles! Any good stylist will consult with you and work with your facial structure and features to come up with a short -- and
healthy hairstyle that compliments you. If you're seriously worried about how you'll look after it's cut, make sure the stylist leaves enough hair so that extensions are an option.
I wish you the best of luck... I'm sure you'll look beautiful with your new do!