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So, for the past couple of weeks I have been pretty lazy with styling my hair and pretty much rocking a puff. To prevent any strain on my edges, I just let my hair free when I get home at the end of the day. And I am very careful not to pull too tight. I don't use (or even own) a brush to aid in slicking my hair back. I just rub a little castor oil in my palms and use my hands to smooth back my hair. I got the idea from NikkiMae2003 (youtuber/blogger). It helps me with shine and also has surprisingly good hold.
Anyway, I like this style especially because it is a very work-appropriate look for my current hair length. I work at a bank and our dress code is business-casual. My natural hair has not been an issue at all with my bosses and co-workers. It's pretty much a non-issue. And our customers don't seem to be bothered by it at all. But, while no one has made any negative comments about Morena... she hasn't gotten a ton of compliments either. Don't get me wrong, I don't need compliments from others to feel great about my hair. I love Mo!!! I think she is beautiful in all her kinky-curliness! BUT! It is nice to hear that someone else feels the same way.
Well, yesterday a customer, who happened to be a some-what older Black woman, came to make a deposit and the first thing she said to me was, "Wow. I love your hair. It is beautiful!" I was beyond flattered!!!! Because to be honest, most of the Black women in my area who are NOT natural give me these looks. Y'all know the look!!!
I know I was grinning from ear to ear and probably blushing! This wasn't my first compliment ever, but it was one that meant a lot because she went on to say that she was thinking about going natural. I told her that she should definitely think about it and let her know that she could find SO MUCH information and support on websites like this one and Youtube...etc. I let her know that being natural isn't just a walk in the park, but it is SO VERY WORTH IT! I sincerely hope that the next time I see her she has made the decision to set herself free!!

Hasta luego!
Aisha Soleil

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And for work today I did this: *side note* The shirt I am wearing is NOT what I wore to work! LOL.




LOL, yes I was in the bathroom for the second set of pictures. Don't judge!
So, I am quite proud of myself for sitting down and twisting up my curlies, but to be honest, I don't see myself doing this often. Why? Because I have SO MUCH FREAKING HAIR! I swear it took forever. Granted, I started them fairly late on Wednesday, around 10... but I didn't finish until around 2am or so!!!!! Not cool! My goal is to keep them in for at least a week... and then I will see how they look. I guess you could say I am doing a little mini-challenge for myself! I think I did a fairly good job considering that I am not exactly skilled at styling my hair. My co-workers were in awe! When I went in, one of my co-workers (a woman named Kristy) said, "Oh wow, your hair!" She asked me what I did, and I told her I just twisted it and then pinned it up. Her eyes widened and she said, "You did that YOURSELF?!"
Me- Slightly sheepishly "Oh. Well, yeah!"
Kristy-"Wow!!!! How did you do the back?!"
Me- "Well... I dunno really. I just did it!"
LOL. She was so impressed. I was flattered but at the same time I was giggling a bit inside at how clueless some people are about our hair!

Well, thanks for reading!!!

Aisha Soleil

First: Today (May 14th) is my 24th birthday! *squeal* LOL! And the years keep coming...

I don't have any huge plans because I'm kind of a homebody! But, I am going to go out for sushi with my hubby and son. My hubby HATES sushi, but I love it! He can order orange chicken or something.
Also, today was the day of my last final for this semester. YAAAAAY! I am ready for a break! I am only taking one class this summer, so I will have more time to spend with my family and friends since I only work part-time at my bank. And then I only have two semesters left and I will FINALLY have my associate's degree. Then I can FINALLY work towards getting my bachelor's. I am beyond ready!

Okay. So, on a hair related note. Y'all, my PJ kicked in unexpectedly at Target yesterday. Yeah. I went in with the intention to *only* get a new bottle of Yes to Cucumbers and maybe browse the accessory aisle. Well. Somehow I ended up wandering into the "other" hair care aisle, y'all know how the "organic" stuff is separate from the "other" hair products. And I saw a 25 oz bottle of that new Tresseme Naturals sillicone free conditioner for like $5! I've heard good things, but I *really* wanted to say no. But my PJ hit me like a ton of bricks and I caved! Then I ended up back in the organic aisle (AFTER I had already been there to get my YTC) and saw a bottle of Giovanni Direct Leave-in with one of those "Try it Free" rebate coupons on it. I decided it must have been a sign that it was absolutely necessary for me to buy that conditioner. Just to try it! And I've heard good things about it too.
(side note: the next few sentences have nothing to do with hair) And then, on top of that, I also ended up moseying down the facial care aisle. I have been using St. Ives products, but they have proven to be a bit drying for my sensitive combination skin. So, I decided to try Neutrogena (sp?) because my doctor had recommended it not too long ago. I got the cream cleanser and I already LOVE it! So soft and my face didn't feel all yucky. I also got a cleanser/mask that I will use mostly as a mask.

Anyway, I digress!!! I keep going on these random tangents! LOL

Okay, back to hair!

@Krazy Coils: Thank you so much! And also, the bathroom is my go too place for pics because I can look in the mirror and make sure I'm getting what I want in the shot! LOL.

@Nubie: ROFL @ u don't get a black girl's hair wet!!!!! Oh lord! I have had to tell that to so many people in the past! Especially my husband's family. They LOVE to swim, and they didn't understand why I hated going near the water. But it was usually after I'd gotten a FRESH RELAXER when they would want to go swimming! Well, that and one small detail: I don't even know HOW to swim. Sad, right?! LOL! I was always like, I just got my hair done so you better not splash me!
And, I am definitely going to have to set a limit on what time I can start my hair. 10 pm is entirely too late!

@Lynnie: First, I have been meaning to tell you that your new avatar is FIERCE! I love love love that twist up-do! And thanks so much for the compliment!!!!!! I really hope that I get faster, though, because I was SO TIRED! As far as products, to be completely honest I didn't use anything. Bad, I know! But, I kind of started twisting on a whim while I was watching a show with my hubby... and I was too lazy to get up and get anything. I did my twists on dry hair that had been co-washed and moisturized the day before so my strands weren't thirsty or anything! But, the next time I twist, I am going to use my Bee Mine Curly Butter. I have used it for WnG's and loved it, but I haven't used it for twists yet. I think I will like it! Oh, and I LOVE my shower curtain too!!!! I got it from Walmart!