I saw this piece on Black Voices [as well as the links] and decided I'd share it with my Sisters here.

Read on. . .

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My Hair is Not Blonde and My Hair is Not Straight

My hair is not blonde
Should I feel despond
And my hair is not straight
Should I live in frustrate

The length of my back, my hair does not fall
I don't look like Barbie, the "beauty" model doll
My hair is black, course and chemically free
So to look like a Barbie, we don't see the need

I look at the women in magazines and tv
The "socially attractive," who don't like me
Their hair is not short and kinky like mine
They have the look, that is considered "divine"

Those with dark skin and those with kinky hair
We struggle against, all this negative warfare
We're continually reminded, each day after day
Cuz we choose not to live, the "American way"

My hair is not blonde
Should I feel despond
And my hair is not straight
Should I live in frustrate

Should I be made, to feel less attractive
Though the "American Look," is actually the massive
I'm so proud of my "Afrikan look," for all to view and see
I have a positive outlook, and am live'n chemical carefree

*Priestess Jywanza

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Great thread!

quote:

Originally posted by Fabulous:
We have a great gift shop for natural hair!

Fabu,

These are some great items you've posted! But, I just can't let go of the 'lye'. It's got to be some sort of Lye Anonymous out there for a sista...

Pray for me!

quote:

Originally posted by Fabulous:
My Hair is Not Blonde and My Hair is Not Straight

My hair is not blonde
Should I feel despond
And my hair is not straight
Should I live in frustrate

The length of my back, my hair does not fall
I don't look like Barbie, the "beauty" model doll
My hair is black, course and chemically free
So to look like a Barbie, we don't see the need

I look at the women in magazines and tv
The "socially attractive," who don't like me
Their hair is not short and kinky like mine
They have the look, that is considered "divine"

Those with dark skin and those with kinky hair
We struggle against, all this negative warfare
We're continually reminded, each day after day
Cuz we choose not to live, the "American way"

My hair is not blonde
Should I feel despond
And my hair is not straight
Should I live in frustrate

Should I be made, to feel less attractive
Though the "American Look," is actually the massive
I'm so proud of my "Afrikan look," for all to view and see
I have a positive outlook, and am live'n chemical carefree

*Priestess Jywanza

Excellent post Fab! That's why you're sooo Fabulous. is how I wear my hair. In twists. I love it! I boycotted hair salon some years ago cuz they kept me in there [at their mercy] for 3 and 4 hours at a time AND they were sooooo arrogant about! Cuz they thought I needed them. Well [flipping my hair] I said NO MORE! And every since then, I have SAVED soooo much money. I use the money I save on quality hair care products. And you know I have more people [men and women] asking me who does my hair. And as PROUDLY and LOUDLY as I can muster up my pride...I say ME [and precede to do the Hollywood Shuffle]. Why? Cuz I'm free, I'm free I'm free gosh ol mightly I'm free at last from those horrible Hair Salons. And I have the choice to go if I want a change every now and then. But soooo far, I haven't as of yet wanted a change. So.... Good post...you fabulous girl you...

quote:

Originally posted by Tre:

quote:

Originally posted by Fabulous:
We have a great gift shop for natural hair!

Fabu,

These are some great items you've posted! But, I just can't let go of the 'lye'. It's got to be some sort of Lye Anonymous out there for a sista...

Pray for me!

Gurl, ain't nothing wrong with a little "Lye," if that's what you choose to do. Sometimes I wear my hair braided and then other times, I'll wear it straight [flat iron]. I like to change my look.

quote:

Originally posted by Kocolicious:

quote:

Originally posted by Fabulous:
My Hair is Not Blonde and My Hair is Not Straight

My hair is not blonde
Should I feel despond
And my hair is not straight
Should I live in frustrate

The length of my back, my hair does not fall
I don't look like Barbie, the "beauty" model doll
My hair is black, course and chemically free
So to look like a Barbie, we don't see the need

I look at the women in magazines and tv
The "socially attractive," who don't like me
Their hair is not short and kinky like mine
They have the look, that is considered "divine"

Those with dark skin and those with kinky hair
We struggle against, all this negative warfare
We're continually reminded, each day after day
Cuz we choose not to live, the "American way"

My hair is not blonde
Should I feel despond
And my hair is not straight
Should I live in frustrate

Should I be made, to feel less attractive
Though the "American Look," is actually the massive
I'm so proud of my "Afrikan look," for all to view and see
I have a positive outlook, and am live'n chemical carefree

*Priestess Jywanza

Excellent post Fab! That's why you're sooo Fabulous. is how I wear my hair. In twists. I love it! I boycotted hair salon some years ago cuz they kept me in there [at their mercy] for 3 and 4 hours at a time AND they were sooooo arrogant about! Cuz they thought I needed them. Well [flipping my hair] I said NO MORE! And every since then, I have SAVED soooo much money. I use the money I save on quality hair care products. And you know I have more people [men and women] asking me who does my hair. And as PROUDLY and LOUDLY as I can muster up my pride...I say ME [and precede to do the Hollywood Shuffle]. Why? Cuz I'm free, I'm free I'm free gosh ol mightly I'm free at last from those horrible Hair Salons. And I have the choice to go if I want a change every now and then. But soooo far, I haven't as of yet wanted a change. So.... Good post...you fabulous girl you...

Awwwww. . .Thank you Kocolicious and welcome to the board.

Locs

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This process enables your locs to grow uniformly in both length and width.

The Coil Technique is an alternative method used to begin Locs for short hair. Your hair is rolled up on a rubber coated wire and left in as a style for 6- 8 weeks. When the wire is removed, your hair has already begun to Loc and you are now ready to have your new Locs palm rolled.

As long as the palm roll does not get wet (we recommend a shower cap worn while you bathe) they will stay in place until your next visit 4-6 weeks later.
For longer lengths (5" or more) and hard to Loc hair (straighter textures) we recommend a 2 Strand Twist.

This method is two pieces of hair twisted together very much like Senegalese Twists. This style can stay in for up to 3 months before Locing. It's a great way to try the loc look if you're uncertain about Locing. For maintenance, we suggest coming into the salon every 4-6 weeks for palm rolling.

If you have already started your Locs we can help you maintain them. We offer you the basics as well as specialty treatments including: shampoo, conditioner, hot oil, henna, scalp treatments, manicuring and clipping, joining together of weak locs, herbal rinses, etc.

We also offer extension locs. This is a simulated loc procedure that is recommended for those who want instant locs. Extension locs can be used for locs that need repair, or to lengthen your locs, or to make some of your locs that may have thinned look thicker.
Allow us to pamper your locs so that they will grow healthy, thick, and lush.

Loc Extensions

Loc Extensions are for those who can't wait or who need a few locs repaired. This style is achieved by using Cotton Spiral Hair for a full head of extension locs. For those who just want to add to their existing locs prices are quite different. Please call us to set up an in person consultation.

Prices Begin at:

$1.00 per inch per loc (minimum $5.00 = 5 inches)

$25 per bundle of hair (# of bundles required depends on the individual)

$60.00 per hour to add loc extensions for lengthening,
repairs, and thickening purposes

$400.00
to attach a full head of locs

Our Loc extension process allows you to have Locs almost instantly. The process of growing Locs, which can take months and sometimes years, depending on your desired length, can now be achieved in a couple of weeks.

It takes approximately two weeks for us to make up enough Locs for a full head. Therefore, this is a style you must plan for in advance. We also make up small orders for those who want to extend their existing Locs or those who need to replace damaged Locs. The process is as follows:

The Process

You determine the color, size, length, and number of locs you want.

Once you determine how many locs you want and how long you want them, an order will be placed for the hair required to make your locs, Cotton Spiral.

You are required to pay for your hair in advance. The hair is $25.00 per bundle. The number of bundles required will depend on size, length, and number of locs you request.

For a full head of Locs, at an average length (100 Locs, six inches long to the nape of the neck) the minimum estimate on the hair would be approximately $200.00 for 8 bundles.

We hand roll each Loc into a perfect cylinder shape. Our hand rolled Locs, are guaranteed to last for years if you follow our instructions.

The cost of the extension hair (Cotton Spiral @ $30.00 per bundle) and the full price of your Loc Extensions must be paid for before process is started.

Prices are as follows: The price for Locs start at a $5.00 minimum. Any length between one inch and five inches would be $5.00 per Loc. Any Loc over five inches is priced at $1.00 per inch, per Loc. Therefore one, ten inch Loc, would be ten dollars and so on.

If you want to book an appointment for us to attach your Locs, there is an additional fee for attaching your Loc extensions. This process of attaching the Locs usually takes approximately six hours and is a flat fee of $400.00. This does not include the cost of hair or the cost of making the Loc Extensions.

You are welcome to order the Locs and have another salon attach them for you if you live outside of the New York area. We are not responsible for how someone attaches your Locs.

This is an investment that can be hefty. However, the results are stunning and undetectable. Even those who know “you” will marvel at the realness of your extension locs and will think you grew your Locs overnight.

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This is absolutely beautiful!!

It's called: Tears of a Woman

Check it out. . .

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