I have been wanting to start a blog for so long, and now I really have the drive and the purpose to do this. I've begun many, many new experiences and journeys. Moving from my hometown to another state and unfamiliar environment; single life; changing careers; going back to school; raising a grandchild as a single parent....and the list goes on and on. Now, I have started my Sister Lock Journey. I wanted Sister Locks so I could have hair freedom. I've worn braids off and on for years. I get so tired of wearing them, so I stop and wear my hair, (pressed). After about a week or two, the upkeep is just too much trouble and I want my braids back. No relaxer for me....I can't use chemicals or oils on my hair....my scalp is too sensitive. I haven't used chemicals for over 20 years. So, it's been a vicious cycle. Take braids out, get hair done, get bad haircut, grow it out with braids, tire of braids so I take them out, get hair done, too much upkeep, back to braids.
My Sister Locks began August 25, 2007. 3 months ago I saw a women across a room and I went to her and said, "Your hair is beautiful." "Whatever you have, I want it too." I never heard about Sister Locks before. I read the website, did research, found a consultant and got my sample locks. I made my appointment for approx. 3 months. I changed my mind so many times during that period, but my new Sister Lock friend knew just when to call and encourage me.
Now it's done. Even though I thought I prepared myself, it's hard to accept how it looks in this stage. Normally, my own hair is very thick and full, soft and about 2-3 inches past my shoulders (9-11 inches). Now, during this transition, it appears to be thin, airy and a lot shorter. Please don't get me wrong, I'm happy it's my own hair, and I do love it and I have no regrets. I'm a patient person and I know in time I'll be so, so happy I did this. After visiting all the wonderful sites, I realized that I didn't pick this process for cultural reasons. I chose Sister Locks to liberate me and free me from my vicious cycle. I am hoping that now, (even though I may have approached this all backwards), I will be able to embrace the cultural aspect of having my hair's natural state visable and be proud of it.
After sitting 22-23 hours:
Day 1 - I could not get it together this morning.....but, off to work....
