Ok everyone. Here are the results. I believe that it would have came out better, if I left it in longer. I put them in last night, and took them out this morning. I did not like the results at first. After a little tweaking, it became cute.
So…I sprayed my hair a little with one of my concoctions. I can’t tell you my secret. Lol. I finger parted medium size pieces, and put our Three Sisters & A Bobby Pins Moisturizer on it. Then, I braided each section. Finally, I wrapped the braids on perm rods. I let my sister borrow my flexy rods. She hasn’t given them back yet. Hint..Hint.
So…My Natural Divas. This is how it came out. I may be able to go another month without chopping it off. My style of the month.
For days…I have been contemplating. Chop, or don’t chop. My hair has grown so much over the past year. I’m always seeing women, and their beautiful braid out styles. I think to myself, “That could be me.” The next day…”Time to chop it off.” The struggle is real.
This is my first time trying this style. I have seen it many times. We may have also posted it a few times. It was so simple. I don’t want to tell you how I did it yet, or what I used. Let’s see how it comes out first. Stay tuned.
Hurricane Harvey has left a trail of disaster in Texas, forcing people and pets to leave their homes. I’ve watched news coverage of the storm with a heavy heart for the flood victims and with gratefulness for the rescue teams. Trained rescuers and volunteers are pulling together to help save lives.
The ChicNatural shares her four step night time routine to help us grow healthy hair.
It goes without saying that this has been a difficult week to get through due to the recent overt racism we’ve witnessed in Charlottesville, VA. After reading and viewing all the scenes from the rally, I had to make a decision to either (A) get on social media and rant about my disgust; (B) allow the information from the news and social media paralyze my mind with fear; or (C) truly make a decision on what it is that I can do to make a positive impact and change in this world. As I began to pray about the division and racism in Charlottesville as well as in our nation, God impressed my heart with these words “Play Your Part.” We each have a role to play in this world; the question is what is that part?
Having said that, do you oftentimes have a sudden urge to become a powerful activist when political issues arise? Do you want to do something more than just exercising your right to vote? How about participating in a march to show the world that you will not idly stand by allowing injustice and immorality to perpetuate in our land. Then immediately after having such grand ideas to fight for world peace, your thoughts of activism quickly diminishes due to realizing you currently have a full-plate of responsibilities; responsibilities that requires your full attention, if I may add. Subsequently, you revert back to your normal life of day-to-day responsibilities and your voice of activism is only heard in the social media realm. If you have ever felt this way before, you are not alone. In my mind, I’d like to get out in these streets and political arenas and use my voice like attorney/political commentator, Angela Rye. However, like you there is the other side of reality….my life and my schedule. Therefore, my advocacy aspirations and placing my thumbprint on this world are left untouched.
So how does one play their part in this world, if it is not by marching or becoming an activist? In my heart, I asked God this question and He immediately revealed to me the art of “playing your part.” The meaning of playing your part is not by simply getting involved in groups or starting great initiatives. (Please do not get me wrong here. For those of you that are starting political groups and initiatives, by all means, continue to do so. We need you to fight, stand and use your voices for what is right.) However, there are several of us that are not using the resources and gifts that we’ve been given to impact this world in a great way.
Playing your part is discovering that God-given purpose that He has placed in your heart and you having the guts, grit and faith to actually step out on it! No, it is not easy and everyone may not support it, but understand there is a two-fold impact that takes place when we do this. First, creating those things that are in your heart will bring you an indescribable fulfillment. Secondly, your purpose is designed to help and influence others in a great way. When God gives us ideas, passion and purpose, it is never for us solely. These ideas and purposes are given to empower others and it starts with you in your communities.
I thought about giving you a few bullet points on how to play your part in your communities, but instead, I’d like to highlight a few special people who are actually playing their parts. Check out the quick highlights below of people who have found their purposes and using what is in their hands to influence those in their communities:
These beautiful women are true, living examples of what it means to play your part. I have personally participated in and supported their organizations. I hope these ladies and their organizations encourages you to step out, share your gifts, time and talents to be a positive influence in this world.
As for me, you may be wondering what is my part. My husband and I have started a ministry hosting monthly bible study in our home. It is something that God placed in our hearts over 14 years ago, today we are stepping out and trusting God step by step with this ministry. By sharing God’s love and teaching His unadulterated Word, we aspire to empower, give hope and be a light in our community.
I hope this blog has impacted and encouraged you to play your part. Let me know what you are doing to play your part in your community. Share your thoughts and don’t forget to subscribe!
Honestly Chic/jw
Grow in all the places you never thought you would, to prove to yourself that you can and to realize that all your limits were only fleeting thoughts that held on a little too tight.
Summer vacation is over and we’re back to watching the latest natural hair videos and blogging! We’ve experienced some life changing experiences BUT we are still here…ready to share, ready to grow and ready to continue on our natural hair journey……
Three Sisters at Margarita Night
NikScott explains her technique on how to create an elegant, jumbo side, two-strand flat twist. She uses lavender water to help reduce frizz.
Recently a friend asked me to share my thoughts about the stigma and stereotypical thoughts that misinformed people may have about the natural hair community. She specifically asked if natural hair was just a trend or was it actually a movement. Initially, I became perturbed at the thought that someone would actually think that my going natural was just a craze or a trend. The reason why is because most people do not understand or know the number of natural hair brands and products that I have tried. They have not been there on the many occasions that I was so frustrated with my hair that I wanted to give up, but called upon other women in the natural hair community for guidance, support and encouragement. And let’s not talk about the number of failed hairstyle attempts or how I had to learn how to combat dryness and figure out which products to use to achieve a bomb twist out or perm rod set.
So yes, I was slightly upset with the thought of someone belittling my journey as just a momentary trend. Despite my aggravation, I decided to share my heartfelt feelings about my adoration and love for the natural hair community. After all, how are others to know the meaningful impact this natural hair journey can have on a woman if no one shares. After considering my friend’s question, I realized that some people may be ignorant (meaning not having a knowledge of and no disrespect intended here) and that this was an opportunity to educate and share not to become angry and dismissive.
I cannot speak for all, but most of the women in the natural hair community that I have had the privilege of meeting have shared a myriad of reasons on why they wear their hair in its natural state. I will not attempt to share them all here, but I did inform my friend of my top (5) reasons women decide to rock their natural hair. Please see below:
So these are my top (5) reasons why natural hair queens are so passionate about natural hair. I would love to hear from you. Leave a comment to share your thoughts!
Honestly Chic/jw
Follow our guest blogger on Instagram @thejanellewatkins. Janelle is a speaker, event host, event planner, natural hair enthusiast and Curls Girl brand ambassador. You can find her in the community conducting monthly one-on-one calls with young girls and women, providing support and natural hair care tips.
Surround yourself with those who CHALLENGE you, PUSH you, MOTIVATE you and EMPOWER you!-Nikky Green, www.yogaataglance.org
Yoga Instructor, Nikky Green
