25 Question Tag

I saw this on YT and thought it was innocent enough to have fun with so I brought it over to the blog world.

1. Do you have any pets?
One dog - 4yr old male pit - Tyson
2. Name 3 things that are physically close to you.
Cell phone, remote control, newspaper
3. What's the weather like right now?
Chilly
4. Do you drive? If so have you crashed?
Yes & never. Praise God!!
5. What time did you wake up this morning?
6:45am
6. When was the last time you showered?
This morning
7. What was the last movie you saw?
Vampires Suck and it was hilarious
8. What does your last text message say?
Umm - it's my bank acct balance (I won't say, lol)
9. What's your ringtone?
"Blow the Whistle" (instrumental)
10. Have you ever been to a different country?
Yes, Jamaica
11. Do you like sushi?
I LOVE sushi
12. Where do you buy your groceries?
Kroger
13. Have you ever taken medication to help you fall asleep faster?
Yes - Simply Sleep
14. How many siblings do you have?
5. 3 brothers, 2 sisters
15. Do you have a desktop computer or a laptop?
Both but I am donating one this week so now only a laptop
16. How old will you be turning on your next birthday?
O_o Really? Ugh....30
17. Do you wear contacts or glasses?
Neither
18. Do you color your hair?
Yes
19. Tell me something you are planning to do today.
Clean the bathroom
20. When was the last time you cried?
February 12, 2011 - my grandmother died
21. What is your perfect pizza topping?
Ham & Pineapple
22. Which do you prefer-hamburgers or cheeseburgers?
Cheeseburgers
23. Have you ever had an all-nighter?
Yes, too many
24. What is your eye color?
Dark Brown
25. Can you taste the difference between Pepsi and Coke?
Somewhat. Pepsi makes my teeth squeak and Coke does not. I don't really like either of them.

If you have a blog and  you do this tag, let me know and I will a shout out in the credits of my next YT vid. 

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Edit: 04.11.2011

The video has been made and all shout-outs have been added. No more shout-outs will be added at this point.

How Thoughtful! Thank you!

Earlier this week I was passed the Stylish and Versatile Blog award from Ruth at Island Potppouri and I am finally getting around passing on the award to others. First things first, THANKS for the award. I am truly flattered.

Let's get to it, here are the seven random things about me that I am sharing:

1. I LOVE shoes. I have over 100 pairs stashed in various places around the house and I wear them all. I had to stop buying shoes because I ran out of room to store them.

2. I used to wish I was 2 inches taller so that I could audition for ANTM (LOL). I was stopped by scouts twice while I was in college and that was a real confidence booster - but I decided to focus on school and but that "dream" on the back burner.

3. At this point in my life there are only two foods that I have encountered that I do not like - squash and chitterlings (gag).

4. On my bucket list I have: Visit all 50 U.S. states

5. I am fortunate to have members in my family on both sides that have traced our lineage and found out that our people (dad's side) are from Ghana and on the other side (mom's side) trace back to an Irish man and a Cherokee woman. I think that's pretty cool.

6. My hubby and I married on 08/08/08 but not for the "luck" myth - we got engaged on 08/08/07, I wanted to keep the date significant for us. Our wedding colors were our birth stone colors - Aquamarine and Sapphire.

7. I am undefeated in Wii boxing. ::waves hand in front of face:: you can't see me! :)


So now I pass the Stylish and Versatile Blog on to:
Curly Film Chick at Diary of a Quirky Curly Film Chick
Karli at Curly Hairdo Ideas
Tia at NaturallyTia
Shones at Curly Sweet Life

So that they may share seven things about themselves to their readers. Have fun!

My Hair Journey

Happy Birthday to Me

For my birthday I decided to do my first video montage of my hair journey..... all 28 yrs, enjoy!

You can see how my hair was natural but not always healthy. The longest that my hair has ever been (to my knowledge) is reflected in my graduation photos. Currently, my hair is passing that length due to healthier practices and bunning this winter. My hair has always been growing but I was not retaining all the length. Length retention is the name of the game now.

The song I chose for the video is very motivation for those days when we are having doubt with our hair or receiving some not so nice comments/opinions from others. Just remember "man sees the outside but God sees the inside, no matter your outside, through faith he will come inside."

Check out the song in its entirety here: Ambassador - "My Clothes, My Hair"

About Me

Excuse my rudeness, where was my introduction?

Currently, I am employed full time in customer service, a full time student pursuing my master's degree in Community and Social services, and a wife. I love God, He's the center of my joy, I have a furbaby named Tyson (he's a pit but doesn't know it). In my opinion he acts more like a cat or a small lap dog.....60+lbs in your lap is not fun.

I am natural and have always been my entire 27 years on this earth. When I was younger I was influenced by many sources to feel ashamed of my curliness. As a result I wore press-n-curls consistently. When it was time to wash my hair I would hide from everyone for three days until I could get it under control. I probably would have gotten a relaxer but that was something that did not fit in our family budget at the time. I was persuaded to embrace my coils one day when my boyfriend (now husband) saw my hair on was day. He kept touching it and complimenting it and suggested that I wear curly. I took his advice, I was nervous, and have not turned back since. He has been my greatest supporter and motivator.

Not everyone is happy about my hair...mainly family. But guess what? I don't care. It's my head and my hair and I finally feel like myself. There is nothing wrong with me and "what God gave me is just fine."

Even though I have always had natural hair, I never took care of my hair properly. I used products that the relaxed girls used, I loaded my hair and scalp with hair grease, and consistently used extreme heat on my tresses. Upon discovering the many hair care sites out there I decided to start treating my hair like I it should be treated. Keeping this blog is a way to "check myself" and keep track of styles, regimens that works, and products my hair loves and hates. Now, I am finally happy with my hair.

My Hair Icon

Since I was a little girl I have always admired Kelis' style and hair, especially the hair. I loved how she was so against the grain and outside of the box. So bold to wear her hair so wild, I adored that boldness.

• When Kelis was 13 she shaved her head completely bald
• “Kelis does not like her hair with any product beyond a leave-in conditioner. So that is one of the reasons for her healthy hair. Everything has to be very clean and hydrating and conditioning. No greases, no silicones; just really gentle hair care” -Dickey
• Kelis was part of the inspiration behind the haircare line Hair Rules
• Kelis doesn’t have a relaxer
• Kelis’s natural hair color is dark brown
• One point during her career Kelis got frustrated that people only wanted to discuss her hair
• Being "Bossy" means to be in control of your own life
• Kelis loves short hair and plans on going shorter.
• Kelis was born and raised in New York, NY

Kelis Official Website