Okay so I have came to terms that my hair is NOT thick nor will it ever be. However this is the healthiest my hair has ever been so I shouldn't complain. I should be happy that I still have some hair left due to all the damage and mistreatment that I put my hair through! Anyhow so since I don't have thick hair I have learned ways to make my hair appear full. Roller sets are my favorite they really create the illusion that my hair is full. Also twist outs and braid outs work as well. As long as my hair is not straight it looks fuller! (In the side pic this is how my hair looks when nit is wet, flat and thin like paper, lol)
Lately I still have been thinking about starting my lock over. I'm still not happy with some of my locks in the front. Some have broken off(Which I think is due to the dye that I put in before I initially got my locks)Don't worry this hasn't happen recently but has happened over the years. Anyhow it just seems that my hair is really week in the front. For instance before I had my daughter I had started 5 new baby locks and soon after they all disappeared! No seriously is like they fell out one by one. Is there anything out there that can help my thinned and weak edges? Please let a sista know. I've decided that I will wait another year and if I'm still not completely happy with my locks I may start them over. I'm not sure which route I may go but it may be Braidlocks or Sisterlocks. ( In this pic I'm trying a bantu set the results are in the pics below with different styles).
Okay enough of my soap box. Don't get me wrong, overall I do love my hair this is the healthiest and longest my hair has ever been. So going natural was the greatest thing I ever did and I wouldn't have it any other way! I am fast approaching my 2 year mark which is next month and my locks are still not 100% locked, it's okay I'm over it. I had to combine a few more of my locks in the front due to the thinness so hopefully that should help. Retightenings still take me forever. I have learned waiting 8 weeks in between IS NOT for me. I HAVE to retighten my hair every 4 weeks, no matter what! I really wanted to dye my hair for my 2 year anniversary but I really don't think that is a good idea so I'll wait a little while longer. Overall I think my hair is doing pretty good I just probably need to take a chill pill!
Below are the results of my Bantu Knots. They came out really good in the front and the top but in the back the curls dropped pretty quick.
On to other things remember when I said I was going to start running? I was serious. I have started running and I recently just ran my first 5K! I had such a great experience! My intentions was to run and walk during the race but due to all the excitement and all the other runners. I couldn't stop my body wouldn't let me! So I ran the whole race. For those that don't know a 5K is 3.1 miles! I can't believe that I ran the whole thing, I am still amazed. And another thing it only took me 35 mins! I think that is an awesome time for a beginner like me! I'm officially addicted to running! Me and DH( his first) are suppose to run in another race next month and I can't wait! As for weight loss still working on that I have loss a total of 19 pounds so far, still have a lot more to go but I think I'm on the right path now!
Speaking of DH he decided to try this locking process one more time. ( They say the third time is a charm) We shall see. This time he decided to go the braidlock method. The only thing we are concerned about is his ends. To all you braidlockers out there or to who any that may know. What do you do with them. His hair is so puffy at then ends. As of now he has rubber bands on the ends to keep them from coming a loose but I'm not sure if that will help. So if you have any suggestions please be sure to leave a comment. He was not concerned about having neat parts so it was just a grab and braid routine. I think that they may turn out nice if he decides to keep them. His last attempts didn't last more than two months so I'm not holding my breath. If this does last I'll be sure to update, if you don't see any updates you know that it didn't last.
Sorry for the long post I had so mcuh to update you all on. I recently started back working so thats why I have been MIA. I'll try not to be a stranger and plus next month will be two years so I have to come back! Lol Anyhow I hope all is well with everyone. Take Care
Until Next time much love!
Okay so I have came to terms that my hair is NOT thick nor will it ever be. However this is the healthiest my hair has ever been so I shouldn't complain. I should be happy that I still have some hair left due to all the damage and mistreatment that I put my hair through! Anyhow so since I don't have thick hair I have learned ways to make my hair appear full. Roller sets are my favorite they really create the illusion that my hair is full. Also twist outs and braid outs work as well. As long as my hair is not straight it looks fuller! (In the side pic this is how my hair looks when nit is wet, flat and thin like paper, lol)
Lately I still have been thinking about starting my lock over. I'm still not happy with some of my locks in the front. Some have broken off(Which I think is due to the dye that I put in before I initially got my locks)Don't worry this hasn't happen recently but has happened over the years. Anyhow it just seems that my hair is really week in the front. For instance before I had my daughter I had started 5 new baby locks and soon after they all disappeared! No seriously is like they fell out one by one. Is there anything out there that can help my thinned and weak edges? Please let a sista know. I've decided that I will wait another year and if I'm still not completely happy with my locks I may start them over. I'm not sure which route I may go but it may be Braidlocks or Sisterlocks. ( In this pic I'm trying a bantu set the results are in the pics below with different styles).
On to other things remember when I said I was going to start running? I was serious. I have started running and I recently just ran my first 5K! I had such a great experience! My intentions was to run and walk during the race but due to all the excitement and all the other runners. I couldn't stop my body wouldn't let me! So I ran the whole race. For those that don't know a 5K is 3.1 miles! I can't believe that I ran the whole thing, I am still amazed. And another thing it only took me 35 mins! I think that is an awesome time for a beginner like me! I'm officially addicted to running! Me and DH( his first) are suppose to run in another race next month and I can't wait! As for weight loss still working on that I have loss a total of 19 pounds so far, still have a lot more to go but I think I'm on the right path now!
Speaking of DH he decided to try this locking process one more time. ( They say the third time is a charm) We shall see. This time he decided to go the braidlock method. The only thing we are concerned about is his ends. To all you braidlockers out there or to who any that may know. What do you do with them. His hair is so puffy at then ends. As of now he has rubber bands on the ends to keep them from coming a loose but I'm not sure if that will help. So if you have any suggestions please be sure to leave a comment. He was not concerned about having neat parts so it was just a grab and braid routine. I think that they may turn out nice if he decides to keep them. His last attempts didn't last more than two months so I'm not holding my breath. If this does last I'll be sure to update, if you don't see any updates you know that it didn't last.