Funny thing at the office happened this morning. After my little rant of not getting a true measurement on my curly hair yesterday and feeling like I'm not getting any where in length, Karma jumps up and slaps me in the face! I normally wear my hair up all the time at work. Different styles just about everyday. Well, this morning I felt like wearing my hair down. One guy says to me, "So you are wearing your hair down today. I didn't realize it was so long." Then later on another guy says to me, "Wow! How did you get your hair to grow so long so fast?"

OK, I guess since I have difficulty measuring and I am the one that usually sees it down I don't see any progress, but others who don't get to see it down sees the progress.

So my little rant yesterday was stupid. I just need to be more patient.


Leah
Age: 45
3bFii
23.5/27/Waist-goal reached: 9/1/08
23.5/29/Hips (new goal)
CO only every 3 day. Baking Soda washes with Sauve Coconut conditioner about once a week.
Hebal tea rinses 3 times a week: chamomile, thyme, rosemary, sage and ACV.
Jojba & EVOO with lavendar EO daily.
Deep oil treatments using cocount oil the night before wash day. Honey rinses.
Sleep with scrunchies down length of pony tail or up in a high bun or braid.
"Happiness depends on ourselves." -Aristotle

"There are times when only a dog will do for a friend: when you're beaten, sick and blue, and the world's all wrong; for he won't care. If you break and cry, or grouch and swear; for he'll let you know as he licks your hands that he's downright sorry and understands." -Don Blanding (1894-1957)

See, it is growing! Glad others are seeing that! I love your curls.






1BFii
Hair: All natural dark brown and silver.
Washing: Twice a week, scalp wash, with letting shampoo run through length. Condition from ears on down. Cold as I can stand it final rinse.
Shampoo/Conditioner: I have switched to organic. Aubrey's Honeysuckle Rose Shampoo and Conditioner. Nature's Gate Organics Biotin Shampoo and Conditioner.
Comb, never brush.
Kind Regards,
lacemitts

Your hair is beautiful and I adore your home! What a charming wooden staircase! Is your home an older one or is it only styled that way? We bought a sixteen year old house that has woodwork to make it look like a much older place. Sort of Art Deco style, I think it is.

Thanks for the hair compliment. Our home is an oldie. Build after the Civil War, Victorian Queen Anne Style with a turret. The staircase there you see turns 4 times before you get to the second floor. You can get dizzy if you go down fast, and then continue on to the basement stairwell, which turns 3 times, LOL. I figure with so many steps, it is good exercise. Although, laundry in the basement, is not a fun trip!






1BFii
Hair: All natural dark brown and silver.
Washing: Twice a week, scalp wash, with letting shampoo run through length. Condition from ears on down. Cold as I can stand it final rinse.
Shampoo/Conditioner: I have switched to organic. Aubrey's Honeysuckle Rose Shampoo and Conditioner. Nature's Gate Organics Biotin Shampoo and Conditioner.
Comb, never brush.
Kind Regards,
lacemitts

you're so funny,LOL.That's great you received a compliment on your hair growth.I guess I need to take your advice myself and be patient too:).

Roni,3B-3C curly hair,tailbone length:37 1/2 inches,using castor oil has helped my hair tremendously! 41 years old

to me too! Glad that you got two compliments in one day! That's great!

I'm beginning to suspect that no matter what length we are our hair will never feel long - probably because it grows so slowly (to us anyway).







Progress from June 2006 - October 2008

2a/M/ii
Mid-Dark brown with natural red and silver highights; fringe/bangs.
Starting length 25"/62.5cm
Current length 35"/89cm
Goal 36"/90cm

Current routine: (Trying to keep it as simple as possible): WC on the weekend following medium oiling; scalp washes every second day; oiling 2-3 nights per week; mid-week conditioning with honey and ACV in water; S&D when I think of it; and dusting every 8-12 weeks.

Shampoo: Organic Instincts diluted with herbal tea (rosemary and chamomile).
Conditioners: A'Kin Protein or Moisturising Conditioner mixed with honey (1 tablespoon of each).
Oils: Favourite is almond oil. Occasionally will use a blend of coconut, almond, olive in the ratio 2:1:1 in summer or as a deep oiling treatment.
Other: ACV infused with herbs (depending upon availability I use a selection of lavender, rosemary, cinnamon, sage, and thyme); BBB; wooden comb; Mason Pearson comb; pure aloe vera gel for smoothing flyaways and fixing hair in place.

'Your beauty should not come from outward adornment, such as braided hair and the wearing of gold jewelry and fine clothes. Instead, it should be that of your inner self, the unfailing beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit, which is of great worth in God's sight.' 1 Peter 3:3-4

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to see that others appreciate your hair!



SchnauzerMom

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Strangely enough! We see our hair differently, shorter than it actually is. That's why pictures from the back are often helpful... it's a view we can't really see.

-Fox

April 2008
Special thanks to Carlynn for my custom doll signature!
17/32.75/40+ Type 2CMii (3B underneath layer) Somewhat fine, slightly wavy (with curls on the underneath layer), Hennaed Auburn. F.L.A. Ranking, Colonel. To see more pictures, click on the gallery collection link found here:http://www.geocities.com/ifoxbox/ForeverFox.html> Forever Fox
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"Love makes you beautiful" - quote from my nephew at age 7



Products Used:

Ida's Shampoo Bars



Aubrey Organics S&C
Nature's Gate Conditioners


Vinegar/herbal rinses

Oils: Jojoba, Sweet Almond, Virgin Oil de Coco Creme, Monoi, Castor, Meadowfoam Seed & essential oils
Shea Butter (from which I make my own leave-in)

MP Popular Mix Brush and Pure BB brush
Wood and Horn combs
Vitamins/Minerals/Herbal supplements

I often find I think my hair is shorter than it really is.

Ariya


May 2009

2c/3aNiii
24.5/25/40 or more!


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CWC 2-3 times per week. Planning to switch S&C when my current ones are done- update on that as it happens.

Oils: Jojoba. I've tried others (EVOO, coconut, sweet almond), but this is my favorite & my staple now. I use it almost daily. It's also especially useful for putting extra moisture into my hair (esp the ends, which get really coarse) & taming its frizziness after washing.

Brushes: BBB, wooden bristle brush, wide tooth comb as needed.
I brush nightly then wear my hair in a braid when I sleep.

One thing that helps me is measuring my hair when it's wet. This makes for a more consistent measurement from month to month, because with the water it's easier to straighten the curls all the way.

HTH!


Ariya


May 2009

2c/3aNiii
24.5/25/40 or more!


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CWC 2-3 times per week. Planning to switch S&C when my current ones are done- update on that as it happens.

Oils: Jojoba. I've tried others (EVOO, coconut, sweet almond), but this is my favorite & my staple now. I use it almost daily. It's also especially useful for putting extra moisture into my hair (esp the ends, which get really coarse) & taming its frizziness after washing.

Brushes: BBB, wooden bristle brush, wide tooth comb as needed.
I brush nightly then wear my hair in a braid when I sleep.