15 Months

Well, I just got my hair re-tightened.  It was a bit of a mess, because I hadn't had it done since before Christmas, eight weeks ago.  I have been trying to space out my re-tightenings to more than four or five weeks, but I think eight weeks might be pushing it too far.

There isn't much going on with my hair, except that it is continuing to grow quite fast. I can't wait until I can get it in a ponytail, but I think that is not going to happen until I grow a few more inches. My locks are settling nicely, but there are still some locks on the top of my head that are open, and steadfastly refusing to lock.  Here is a picture three days after re-tightening, a wash and a sponge roller set.

Merry Christmas!

Here's wishing you all a very merry Christmas.  Let us set aside our troubles for the moment and just remember that Christ came to earth to save us. Let us reach out to others when we have the opportunity to do so, in whatever way we are able. This is such a special time of the year.  It certainly is my favourite season.

My hair is continuing to grow by leaps and bounds.  I think I now need to cover it at night, because it is falling in my face when I sleep and annoying me. Can you believe that?  I have been using very few products on my hair now, and I just wash with White Rain Shampoo, and  if my hair feels dry, then I spritz it with water and seal in the moisture with Jamaica Mango and Lime Oil.  This is a very light oil, and is not too greasy.

Happy Anniversary to me!

Today marks my one year lock anniversary.  I find it hard to believe that one year has passed so quickly. How does this past hair-year compare to the times when I had my hair relaxed?  Well, I have had very few bad hair days, I have had far less anxiety about hair dryness and breakage, and I have not spent that much money on hair products.  On the other hand, I have spent a small fortune getting the locks installed and maintained each month.  Do I think it is worth it?  Absolutely.  I think my monthly costs can be reduced if I do some retightening myself on a regular basis. I am seriously thinking about doing the retightening class when it is conducted in Jamaica next year.

11 Months

Well, during my last retightening session with my consultant, she told me to make sure that I band and braid before washing.  I have been quite good about doing this over the last few weeks.  This hairstyle came about when I let my hair dry with the braids still in, then setting the hair on sponge rollers.  So I have both crinkles from the braids and curls from the rollers.  I think I will do this again.  I quite like how it turned out.

10 Months

Well, 10 months have passed since my locks were installed at the end of  November last year.  I can honestly say that I have not had a moment of regret about locking my hair.  In the beginning I had moments of insecurity about how looked, but I have never regretted it.

Here is a picture taken a few days ago before re-tightening. It is very fuzzy and is looking a bit untidy.

Yesterday, I had it re-tightened.  Here is a picture after re-tightening, washing and setting.  Looking and feeling much better.

My consultant is pleasantly surprised at the rapid growth of my hair.  She is also urging me to braid and band when I wash.  I stopped doing this months ago, when I found it to be too much of a chore.  Since she asked me to do this yesterday when I was feeling tired and grumpy, after sitting for 5 hours getting my hair done, my immediate response (in my head) was "She has got to be kidding me".

Today, I am well rested and in a much better mood, so I am considering it.  I have already been cussed by N'Drea and JaStu for not braiding and banding, and for committing all sorts of other sins, so I know all the arguments for braiding and banding.  But, grrrrrrr, it really drives me nuts.

For the most part, my hair is very far along in the locking process, but there are a few areas which are steadfastly refusing to lock.  In fact, along my hair line in the front, the short length plus the texture of my hair in this area is such that the locks won't even stay in place.  Some of them completely unravel by the time the next re-tightening is due.

I still get lots of compliments on my hair, which is very encouraging, and the people who see me fairly infrequently are astounded by the rapid growth that they observe each time they do see me.

The gray hair at the front is beginning to drive me crazy.  I don't think I want to colour them though.  I am just afraid that I will have to colour forever and ever if I start.

More Summer Fun

The summer is drawing to an end, but we still managed to squeeze in some more fun. Through rain, extreme heat, sea water, a high speed drive in a convertible, the hair still managed to look just fine.

This was the day JaStu, N'drea and I had lunch together. We had a grand time.



After I washed my hair, I braided it in sections and allowed it to air dry. Not too sure I like this style on me. I think my hair is still too short for this to be flattering.



Looking a little bit wind-swept, but still presentable.

Weekend spent in paradise. Not looking totally unpresentable after swimming in the sea, as well as getting wet in the river.

Eight Months along and having a great summer

This July has been really enjoyable. We have been very busy this month, starting with a swim meet for the girls. They both did very well and we enjoyed the day by the poolside. Too bad we parents did not get to jump in the water to cool off.

Then we did the family vacation thing in Washington DC, and I must say that my hair did very well with the heat and all the activities. Here we are chillaxing at the National Zoo.

Here's a picture of Father and Daughters just before leaving the National Aquarium in Baltimore. We took in the dolphin show, and what a delight that was.

Here we are at the Air and Space Museum. Everybody is tired at this point and we were happy to find a seat.

The girls posing at the Lincoln Memorial.




















Enough with the pictures Mom! We are tired and want to go back to the hotel!
















The summer is not yet over and I am sure we are in for a few more treats. Will keep you posted.