Favorite Quotes

“If growing up is painful for the Southern Black girl, being aware of her displacement is the rust on the razor that threatens the throat. It is an unnecessary insult.”

"Be the change you wish to see in the world."

“To be yourself in a world that is constantly trying to make you something else is the greatest accomplishment.”

"...I am convinced that life is 10% what happens to me and 90% how I react to it. And so it is with you; we are in charge of our attitudes."

“There is nothing more rare, nor more beautiful, than a woman being unapologetically herself; comfortable in her perfect imperfection. To me, that is the true essence of beauty.”

“Love never gives up, never loses faith, is always hopeful, and endures through every circumstance.”

Monday, August 27, 2018

Bold. Wild. Free. Kinky-Curly.

My natural hair is a conversation piece. It doesn't bother me that this afro commands attention. Bold. Wild. Free. Kinky-Curly. These coils have flourished through my frustration, learning stages, laziness, and neglect. They even "pop" on the days I need a bit more confidence. I know it's "just hair" and the crown doesn't make the Queen. I know right now I'm singing their praises, and later I'll likely complain. 🤦🏿‍♀️ What can I say? I'm a work in progress. 🤷🏿‍♀️ Though this relationship is complicated as heck, today I wanted to give my hair a wash, condition, and a little more respect.
(I've been natural for 5 years! My current goal is to go three years without any more chopping.)

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