President Obama sings Al Green: Let's stay together in 2012 ;-)

This man is my President...SWOON

Mom, I Love you. RIP 1-9-2004

8 years ago today I did the hardest thing I have ever had to do in my entire life.  I had to leave my mommy in the hospital knowing I would never ever touch or see her again. Very rarely do I think about that day. A moment I knew without a shadow of a doubt that I would break in a way that I would never fully recover from.  I can still feel the terror when I realized that the nurses weren't going to take her body away but I was going to have to actually stand up and walk out of the room..with her still in it.  I wish no living being to ever have to experience that.  Yet while I cant imagine anything being harder I have also yet to experience anything more beautiful than the almost tangible serenity and peace of my mom passing away. Ever the diva, she would come to if only to make sure her hair was brushed and her skin was properly lotioned.  She left this earth the same way she came in....a beautiful ray of sunshine. 

I left my mother's side only one night the 9 days she was hospitalized. After the first few days of trying to grasp what was happening there was nothing to say but I love you. I said it every time she looked at me...over and over until she would blink or squeeze my hand.  Every time I thought she might be able to hear me, I would whisper it in her ear.  I even woke her up a few times just tell her.  Not that I didn't think she knew because I know she did but it was all I had left. Those three little words were all I had and I wanted to imprint them on her spirit...I needed her to take them with her. Those three little words were the only thing that got me out that room. I chanted them in my mind with each step away. They were my very last words to her and her very last words to me.  They are the only words I would kill to say to her just one more time.  She's been gone 8 years and I still cant say it enough. 
I love you momma.

Three Books Every Natural Hair Woman Must Have

The Kinky Khronicles: TKK Natural Hair Spotlight-Ronyelle Baker

It's ME


The Kinky Khronicles: TKK Natural Hair Spotlight-Ronyelle Baker: What is your name and where are you from? Ronyelle – Dayton, Ohio How long have you been natural? 3 years and 4 months Why did you ...

old school new do

I kinda flat twisted/rolled the front and pulled the rest back into a clip for a low puff

Travel Tips for Naturals

http://networkedblogs.com/qOlnL?a=share&ref=nf
7. Keep some items easily accessible
Once you reach your destination, you may want to do a few adjustments to your hair. Make sure that the items you’ll need for that are not buried deep in your luggage.
NOW THIS ONE IS REALLY IMPORTANT…
8.  If your hair products weigh more than your clothing, unpack and try again.

Loc contest- I may need to try this

The Knotty Truth

We are looking for three committed loose natural head that want to take the journey to lockdom in 2012. The winner will get a free copy of The Knotty Truth Lock Manual. Submissions will be accepted online from December 1, 2011- December 31st 2011. Submit an expression of what motivates you to lock. It can be a drawing, poem, song(mp3 file), composition. Please submit to cheleski@theknottytruth.net. Winners will be announced on January 15, 2012 in honor of MLK Celebration Day.

 

8 Herbs & Oils that Promote Hair Growth

http://bglhonline.com/2011/11/8-herbs-oils-that-promote-hair-growth/2/
I wanna try this one;

Wheat Germ/Aloe Vera/Coconut Milk

Mix 1/4 cup of wheat germ, 1/4 cup of aloe vera and 1/4 cup of coconut milk and use this product as a natural shampoo. Aloe vera can be purchased at drugstores and herb shops and can also be applied directly to the scalp as it will open pores on the scalp that may have previously been blocked and will allow the hair follicles to grow. The American Indians also used and continue to use several kinds of oils to promote hair growth such as emu oil, rosemary oil, and mustard oil.

Twilight hair

Attempted a new style

Flexi Rod Set on Natural Hair (Attempt #2)

MUST TRY
FLEXI ROD

Casual & Classic "Natural Hair" Style

MUST TRY THIS

Curly And Lovely: "I Didn't Land On Natural Hair..."

Curly And Lovely: "I Didn't Land On Natural Hair...": ...."Natural Hair landed On Me" *Malcom X voice LOL!!!* L....O....to the most absolute highest L!!!! I DIE every time I see this sce...

"Kudos to those that were able to jump in head and hair first but ladies, please be respectful of each other's journeys and be supportive. You never know what kind of obstacles another natural has endured just to get to the point that she is at in her journey. Remember, "Each one teach one", be positive and most importantly, be INSPIRING!""
AMEN

Great day three twist out

Just in time for the October Diva dinner!

Check out the 8 alternatives to  apple cider vinegar rinses

Natural Hair Pet Peeves-GET OUT OF MY HEAD

GET OUT OF MY HEAD

1. People (and companies) that talk about using oil for moisture.  Oil does NOT moisturize your hair.  It can soften, seal, protect, but not moisturize.
2. People who say “twa” as oppose to “t-w-a” this is just annoying.  It seems like you are trying to sound faux-french or fancy.
3. People who go on message boards or FB pages and ask questions without first reading a book, googling or simply reading previous posts.
4. Companies that take some shea butter mix it up with some essential oils then try to sell a 4oz jar for $12. Stop. It. Now.
5. People who complain about their hair being dry but drink less than 1 glass of actual water a day.  Your body needs water and your hair and skin will be the first to suffer the consequences, so drink up.
6. 18-month long protective style challenges.  I’m exaggerating but what is the point of having something nice if you never show it off? Reminds me of Smiegel from Lord of the Rings.
7. Company’s marketing gimicks that claim far-fetched returns on some basic ingredient that is last on the ingredients list.  *smh*
8. Hair Vitamins/Supplements.  I don’t really hate vitamins, but I hate that ppl put more faith in taking a magic pill then actually eating a balanced diet.
9. Fake product reviews on Youtube where the product was not properly applied or even used correctly.  Have some intellectual honesty.  I once saw a review where a girl applied a new gel on hair that already had product in it from earlier that day and only applied it to her hair line then called it a great definer.  C’mon son.
10. People who OVER do it when it comes to the amount of a product or the number of products used.  I have seen people use an entire 8 oz jar of come hair cream to twist their hair which was maybe chin length when stretched then wondered why their hair felt coated.  Less is more.

Best times to drink Water

 I really gotta work on this!

The Best Times To Drink H20

September 16, 2011 · Filed under Detoxing, Health

You CANNOT survive without drinking water. Point. Blank. Period.
Your body thrives off it. Your body needs it and your body performs better when there’s a surplus of it. Your hair reacts positively to plenty of water as well.
But did you know there are optimal times to drink water? (Yea, who knew?)
Aside from the recommended eight glasses a day, if you drink water at certain times, you can prevent health risks. Wanna know the top four times to have a glass of agua? Get your pen and pad ready.
1) Two glasses of water after waking up helps to activate internal organs
So, you know when you first get up, you’re kind of out of it, right? You need to wipe the morning crust out of your eye and then get situated. Well, your body does too. If you drink two glasses of cold water in the morning your internal organs begin to wake up as well, which helps you take on the day. Dope, right?
2) One Glass Of Water 30 Minutes Before Bed Helps Digestion.
There’s nothing like a nice home-cooked meal. Especially if that meal happens to come equipped with baked mac-and-cheese, greens and dressing. Now, meals like that are a once in a while venture, but if you drink a nice glass of water before you chow down, it’ll help you when it’s time for you to go, ya know?
3) One Glass of Water Before Taking A Bath Helps To Lower Blood Pressure.
On the work days when your boss is on 10 and the fax machine always seems to jam up when you use it, and the phones are ringing non stop, a bath is well deserved. However, just because you’ve left the office doesn’t mean your heart or the rest of your internal organs realize it. Drink one glass of water before you take a bath and the mounting blood pressure that’s occurred because of your 9 to 5 ,will be a thing of the past.
4) One Glass of Water Before Bed Can Help Avoid Stroke or Heart Attack

Satin Bonnet Struggles

5 Ways To Wear Your Twists:: Protective Styles For Colder Months (Natura...

Must try these

Diva white dinner

Nothing to do with hair but my BFFs of 20+yrs get together once a month for dinner.  We went to the Melting Pot last week and decided to all wear white.  We all looked so good I cant help but share.

Side note on the weight loss.  I'm still stalled but things are moving and settling out.  I can really tell in my face and lower half lately.  I almost don't recognize me.  LOL

30 day photo challenge in review