Shedding?

Tonight I shampooed my natural, beautiful tresses and found a sink full of strands (like 100--maybe normal though after detangling)! I have noticed for the past week that I have been shedding some serious strands. I am indeed confused... Maybe I need to drink more water (I only drink about a bottle and a half daily) or truly "spritz" my hair daily. This is my regime every morning: Add to my semi-moist hair my shea butter mixture and maybe S-Curl moisturizer. And then pick it out. I am wondering should I cut out the S-curl for now...? The reason I use it is because it really softens my hair. But I have also noticed that since I have been using shea butter, my hair has a soft-like texture. Ok, my challenge this week, being that it's Monday, is to just use the shea butter mixture daily. Can I do it?

Craving a Blowout

I really enjoyed my blowout last week! I know that I keep saying that phrase, but I really did. I am going to research how often I can do one. Anywho, today, my twa received a dose of S-Curl moisturizer because I wanted to enjoy some shine. I dc'ed my hair last night and it felt sooo good. I layered shea butter and my olive oil concoction with Infusium 23 leave-in conditioner and tied it down to dry over night. I did not need to detangle this morning--wow! So, that's the reason for letting it stay kinky curly. But since Mister loves it tall and blown out, depending on how often I can do it, that will probably be how I rock it. I do a lot for him, you think? I am truly the peacemaker. :)

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Working A Blow Out

These pictures are of my very first blow out from yesterday. I had fun rocking it and my mister loved it. Yeah! He couldn't believe the height of my hair...I tried to tell him I wasn't bald-headed (lol)! I was glad to see so many Naturals at his boss's church last night. He loves my afro without twists and accessories, so I pleased him by the blow out without adornments. What's a girl to do, right? Gotta keep him happy and me too! He is just waiting for it to reach my shoulders at least...he doesn't have long more (I pray). My hair is growing at a fast rate...I just hope that I don't hit a slump of no growth...wow, I would freak out!

My maintenance update: I started using shea butter in my hair as a moisturizer in the mornings. I add a mixture of natural oils, to include olive oil and shea butter oil, to the shea butter and work it in. I still use the Infusium 23 to moisten my locks before I brush them. Therefore, I haven't really locked in a regime... I will get there.

Hair Choices

I am debating on which style to wear my hair in for my interview tomorrow. I know that it's late and I should have this decided, but, I don't. I have a choice of my natural twa or a short wig. I am really leaning towards being natural because this is how the potential employer will see me on a daily (work) basis.

Oh, I must tell you about last night... Well, my mister and I went to this step show/drumline at a local high school. I wore my hair in a mini frohawk and he flipped. He went back to his "it's an afro, wear an afro" speech. I spoke up this time...yes, I did! I told him, "yeah, it's an afro and it's to be worn in different ways. Whether it's twisted, frohawked, loose, or in a headband, it's getting some decor!" That's what we do... who wants plain Jane hair? I am a Natural and I stand out--along with my "stand out" hair!

Until next time...

My 1st flat twists

I did these this morning after my shampoo & deep conditioning. I am still using the Infusium 23 leave-in conditioner daily, however, you should only use it on clean hair. So should I go back to pooing my hair daily just to use this leave-in? Idk... Anywho, until I get some shea butter, I went back to the S-Curl moisturizer and Gel'N for a soft, shiny afro. I have also found some great recipes for making my very own shea butter. I am after shine, People!

What A Day

Wow, what else can I say? My sister, auntie and I kept thinking that today was Tuesday... I don't know what's up with that! To add to that craziness, my dad was admitted to the hospital for chest pains. Of course, he doesn't want to be there--who does?

I am attempting a new routine with my hair for my three month anniversary. My hair has grown 2 inches since my BC. WOW!!! Thank God! I am soo grateful. I was reading this afro haircare site and it stated to try Infusium 23 leave-in conditioner/treatment since my type 4a hair is so dry. I mean even with S-curl moisturizer and gel, my hair still drys out. It does, however, maintain a softness--a dry softness. :} So I am going to re-shampoo my hair (Saturday is my hair day), condition, and then put the Infusium 23 in. I will try it for a week without the other product (S-curl). I may still add the gel... We will see... I will probably do a vid for youtube showing the results. Wait, I can add vid here as well...

To be continued....

My Natural 3 month anniversay

Natural 3 Month Anniversary

Today, marks 3 months (post BC) that I have been Natural!!! My last perm was in October 2009 and my BC was done on December 5, 2009. I am excited as I begin to embark into personal unchartered territories! I was comtemplating microbraids, but because of my scalp sensitivity, I am going with a wet & wavy wig. I must be wise...I don't want to lose my hair. My Natural sister, Tee, has officially started her locs :))...she got them in today and I was shocked that she called me so soon. For some reason, I figured that they would take all day. Maybe she'll post a pic on her blog (http://http://themrsh.me/ ).

Well, I must prepare my beads and finished jewelry because I have a date with my mother-in-law-elect. She beads as well, but she doesn't sell hers. She can't seem to part with them. I remember when I was that way...but now? Yes, give me the dollars! Btw, check us (mom & I) out on http://lovboutique.com and shop. :) My items are custom made, so if you don't see what you need/want, just contact me and I will be sure to take good care of you!

Until next time....Peace!

Response to "Unprofessional" by The Mrs. H*

What's good, people? I must respond to my sister's blog titled "Unprofessional" (read it on her blog http://themrsh.me/2010/03/unprofessional/). When she called me with this foolishness, I was in total shock! I mean, I knew that my beloved parents didn't like our TWAs, but my goodness! So, as the rebellious child that I am, I SHALL ROCK MY NATURAL TWA TO THE FULLEST! Ya heard? Come on, "rethink our lifestyle"??? Wow... I commented on her blog and I am saying it again here. As an avid reader of both Black Enterprise and Inc, Ebony, Essence, Jet, Sister 2 Sister, etc., there are many Natural sisters in prominent areas of the business world. And yes, as we Naturals know, they are running things. And for my Dad to say that I am stuck because of my hair?? Uh, I've been on my state job for almost 14 years and my fro is only 3 months old...so, how does my hair have me stuck? Yeah, and to add to my personal growth, I have two businesses (Lily of the Valley Boutique {http://lovboutique.com} and Mary Kay Cosmetics {http://marykay.com/jacquettaboles}). I haven't lost anything but fear when it comes down to my hair. Out of all the people that I know, I have 4 haters.... You know how I feel right? Indeed, I shall move forward in new territory. I refuse to let anyone speak negative against my future. Actually, I rebuke it in the Name of Jesus! Even my Mister hates my hair...but with 2 Natural blood sisters and his mom, he needs to get over it. And he will. He said that the wedding will not happen until my hair is on my shoulders... uh huh... April 16, 2011 we will see...