Soft Spikes on the way...Hooray!

I decided that I would order the Soft Spike curlers. Before ordering though, I did extensive research. Um, well actually, it wasn't that extensive... I read the information from this post. I also read comments from other bloggers, and I guess my final decision was based on the $$$. With these hard economic times, who doesn't think about the cost? If both Lock Loops and Soft Spikes are almost the same in design and give the same results, my next question is, 'Which is cheaper?' 'With which product will I get the most for my money?'

The answer to both: Soft Spikes.

Needless to say, I am excited about their arrival and I can't wait to give them a test drive. As suggested, I purchased the Long SSs and I didn't bother to get the papers or solution ...I am almost positive that the setting lotion I already have (Lottabody and/or Jane Carter Wrap and Roll) will produce the results I want.  



My follow-up visit is next Monday and I will do my 2nd wash right before I go. I have read that it is good to wash before you get a RT done. SO, I will do that and hopefully, by then I will have gotten the SS's. That's all for now. Naturally yours...

Let me count the hairs...

I had some time on my hands so I thought I would finally sit down and start counting my locks. I have to admit I had some anxiety in thinking, "I hope I have at least ???"....I wonder how I would feel if I had no hair to count. There are plenty of women out there who are bald by choice. I wonder, how much of my vanity is caught up in my hair?

There are also women who are bald, but not by choice. Perhaps chemo treatment or various conditions causing hair loss, has forced them to deal with this reality.

One day (and maybe not so far off), I may have to deal with this reality, and so...I am truly thankful to my Grand Creator for the 400+ locks on my head.

How about you? Are you happy with the amount of locks you have? Naturally yours...

First Pre/Post Poo'...Yikes!!!

I was so scared to do my first shampoo and at the same time I was excited. So, here I am, 10 days since my install, and I couldn't wait to try the SL shampoo for the first time and also Dr. Bronner's Peppermint shampoo. First, I used the Dr. Bronner's and followed with the SL shampoo. (I think it could smell better.) Of course, the peppermint shampoo smelled good and made my scalp feel clean.

I braided and banded (not very well, I might add) and then I just patted the shampoo onto my scalp and squeezed it into the braids. I guess it worked out OK and I was a tad bit over-dramatic (not unusual). I do have some slippage...I count about 7 altogether. This is normal...right??

All in all, I lived and so did my SLs. Here are the pics. Naturally yours...

Is it too soon...

I am concerned that I may be experiencing some slippage problems. So far I have counted 3...two near the crown of my head and the other at the nape of my neck. I have not done my first wash yet so I am a little anxious about it.

I have sprayed my hair with a light mist of water and peppermint oil...it really cools my scalp. Could this be causing problems? Well, in any case, I am hoping that my first wash will be successful. It remains to be seen, but not for long. Until then,
Naturally yours...

Day 1 vs. Day 7

I thought I would post some comparison pics. I am really happy with the way my hair has filled in. The parts are a lot less noticeable, although, believe it or not, I have gotten compliments on the parts. The 'Itchies' are still with me but so much better now.

I can't even begin to describe how good it feels to get in the shower and let the mist hit my hair. It is so refreshing...and the water makes my hair take on a brand new life.

Have I had a couple of days where I was unsure? Yes...not unsure of whether I did the right thing. Only, unsure of myself. I have realized that I am truly the person in my life, most critical of me. Naturally yours...