Month: September 2018

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CURLS Poppin!

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I don’t know if this was marketing genius or the marketing gods shining down but this weekend was a beast when it came to natural hair affairs! First was the release of Nappily Ever After on Netflix and then Curl Power Delux hosted by our favorite naturalista HeyCurlie! Both of these changed my perspective on what the next step in my own hair journey will be. So sit back, relax and enjoy this natural flava! The long-awaited release of Nappily Ever After starring Sanaa Lathan did not disappoint. Honest moment, I never read the book, which is usually a big … Continue reading CURLS Poppin!

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It’s A Shame! Part 2

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So let’s just say in the last few weeks shaming has been at an all time high. I’m not sure why others take such liberties to tell you about how you should feel bad, but they do. I often wonder what do these people tell themselves when they look in the mirror or when someone corrects them about being who they are. How do they feel? Apparently not bad enough to stop doing it to others. In this week’s shaming story, it’s just me and this body that I am in, that I love but apparently someone felt I should … Continue reading It’s A Shame! Part 2

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It’s A Shame!

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I honestly hate that this is a conversation we have to keep having but it’s a very necessary one. I’m talking about the conversation around Mom Shaming! It’s a tough enough job nurturing and guiding these people we’ve been given, but to have someone take a hammer and shatter your confidence in this area it’s a bit much. We all know we don’t have it all together, yet each day we at least attempt to put on this brave face and join society. The last thing you need when trying to hold it together is someone giving you the look. … Continue reading It’s A Shame!