My Crown

You may argue that hair has nothing to do with arts and crafts but I believe maintaining curly hair is an art and craft in and of itself. Once I took down my lovely mini-twist braids 1 month ago, I decided to grow out my natural kinky hair.

Mini-twist braids

As I embark on this journey, the memories of breaking combs, hot hair dryers, a burning scalp, tight hairdos, and dreaded salon visits weigh heavy on my mind. But it must be possible to grow kinky curly hair since many ladies on sites like CurlyNikki and NaturallyCurly show off their curls and share their journeys with fellow curlies.
To add to the challenge, I want to use natural products on my hair. Who knows what we do to our bodies when we use the relaxer chemicals, dyes, and such to maintain straight manageable hair. What is the name of that movie with Chris Rock? I haven't watched it but what I have heard is enough to make me think twice about what I am doing to my body.

One month in and my hair is still intact. (Please ignore all the papers, binders and boxes in my cubicle. It goes with the job :D)

I have learned a lot on how to maintain moisture, length, how to detangle and comb my hair. Who knew kinky hair was so delicate :) But if I can take care of the rest of my body, shouldn't I take care of my hair too? Here is to wearing my natural crown proudly!!!