Slippin' and Slidin'

After my last Reti, I have decided to take some extra time to make sure that my front hair line stays in place.  I really can't complain about slippage, except for the front of my hair!  I mentioned to my Consultant that the front seems to come undone after I wash, I don't care how gentle I am.

With that said, I am going to band these little babies in the front together, maybe in about 4 bundles, and see if that doesn't help. 

I think my Reti's have gone really well so far, and they usually take about 2.5 hours.  Maybe I can cut some time off of that, if these little babies can withstand the storm.  We will see...

It seems as though we're in Winter full force, so I decided I would brighten up my page a little as we slide into the next season.  Funny thing...I always think of how I can't wait for the next season, until it comes.  Then I start looking for the season after that.  Needless to say, I can't wait until Spring, and the changes it will bring for my hair.  Our Wonderful Creator, gave us 4 seasons and I love them all!  Naturally Yours...

Updates...

It has been a little over 2 months since my install.  I just had my 2nd Reti, a couple of days ago.  According to my Consultant, everything is going smoothly.  I haven't really done anything in the way of styling...I'm just letting my hair do what it do.  I am excited about the changes I see.  My hair is more full, and even though shrinkage is apparent to me, others make comments about my hair growing.  Always a good sign!  No special products to speak of except for Dr. Bronner's Peppermint Shampoo.

I really love this stuff, a whole lot more than the Sisterlock Starter shampoo.  To be honest, I have been using organic shampoos for a long time, and even though the Starter shampoo is suggested, I have a problem with going back to using any products with Sodium Lauryl or Laureth in it, including the Starter shampoo.  (Click here for the dangers of those chemicals)


I took some picture of the progress my hair has made in the crown.  I am or was a little embarrased about showing this area of my hair, but now that I've seen the progress and I see other ladies who have shared even some of the most intimate of experiences with their hair, I feel confident sharing mine now.

This is a picture of my progress with the hair loss and regrowth that I am experiencing.  Till' next time, Naturally yours...

My Miko and Me...

This is my kitten, Miko (pronounced Me-koh).  She's not really a kitten anymore but I still call her 'Kitten'.  It's her nickname.  Just wanted to share that...

Also, for the first time, I twisted my hair after washing it and took it out.  I guess most people call it a 'Braid Out' (I mean, Twist Out).  I liked it and it definitely gave me more volume than I normally have.  My Hubby really liked it and so, if I'm not too lazy, I'll probably do this again.


Here are a few more pics.  Is it obvious I did something different?  Somehow, I don't think these pictures show the difference.  That's all folks!  Naturally yours...

The Fruits of my Labor

I know this is one of the steps to locking but I really do find these tiny bundles of hair annoying.  I have the constant urge to pluck them off or rub them out of existence.  I have to control myself but, I must admit, it is a struggle.  They're everywhere! 

Even though I may complain throughout some of this locking process, I know that with each day, I am getting closer to that ultimate goal.  SO, I refrain from even looking at the scissors, and I try to keep my hands out of my hair, for fear that I may pluck one of those little guys off.

My consultant told me to look at them like fruit...huh? 

Well, she said that they are like fruit on a tree...when they're ripe, they will fall.  If you pick them off, they may not be ripe and, in essence, my hair will not lock.  So for now, it's Balls, Balls, and more Balls. (sigh)

Naturally yours...

What a difference a day makes?

Maybe it sounds somewhat cliche, but a day DOES make a difference, and I couldn't help but notice this when looking at some pics of my hair.  Yesterday, I snapped some pics because it seemed that my hair looked  fuller than normal.  And today? Well,  I snapped a few more.  Why?  I guess I have gotten into the habit of taking pictures of my hair, even when it seems to be doing nothing new. (I hope this isn't making me into a narcissist, I don't take pictures of myself everyday *smile*)

Anywho,  can you see what I see? Yesterday, my hair was fuller and longer and today, it's back to normal.  Is it me...do some of you find that your hair makes major transformations on a day-to-day basis? Hmm...

Moving forward, I am happy to say that come what may, I do love my hair...I love the freedom (now that it is cliche :-)...and, I love the versatility!  These pictures mark 6 weeks of Sisterlocks for me...Wow, it feels longer.  Till' next time,
Naturally yours...