My 1 Week Old Sisterlocks

Hello everyone!!! Did I tell you that I love my Sisterlocks? Yes I do!!! It has only been a week since the birth of my Sisterlocks, but I've already developed this love affair with my hair. I seem to be always looking at myself in the mirror...admiring my hair. As fellow Sisterlocker, Nicky, mentioned in her blog, I am also experiencing this thing with wanting to take pictures of myself. I find myself picking up the camera every chance I get...LOL.

A funny thing happened at church the other day. A member of my church approached me to take a look at my hair. I had mentioned to her I would be getting Sisterlocks soon. She looked my hair over and the next thing to come out of her mouth was, "How long are you keeping these things in your hair?” Ok…I immediately responded, “What do you mean how long am I keeping these in my hair? I am keeping them in forever…permanently.” She had this look of astonishment on her face. I just turned around and walked away with a smile on my face. I am wearing my Sisterlocks with pride and the negative responses I receive will only make me love them more. For the most part, I’ve received compliments on my hair with the exception of the “Girl, you are a good one for doing that….not me” talkers. I just think to myself…you keep doing you because I’m DEFINITELY doing me.

One thing I’ve noticed since the birth of my Sisterlocks is this wonderful feeling that is hard to explain to those who are not Sisterlocked or locked period. It is a feeling that has not only created positiveness within myself, but has taken me to a level of deep appreciation for my beauty. I used to wonder what my mother meant by this when she was Sisterlocked, but I have experienced it firsthand and now know for myself. I used to be so self-conscious about my hair and how it appeared to others. I now don’t care how it appears to others…as long as I love it…that’s all that matters! My husband and son love them and always compliment me on how wonderful they look.

Well…I’m going to go for now…gotta go tend to the family. I just wanted to stop in and give everyone a 1 week update on my Sisterlocks. Be safe, have faith, and be blessed!!!!

The Birth Of My Sisterlocks - August 24, 2008

I'm bubbling with excitement over finally being Sisterlocked. My installation was from August 22nd - August 24th. Labor lasted 27 hours over 3 days and my Sisterlocks were finally delivered on August 24th, 2008 at 10:00pm. I would like to thank my Sisterlocks consultant, Shirley Bobbitt, for working diligently on my hair and starting me on my Sisterlocks journey. After the installation was complete, I went home, rolled my hair with Lock Loops, and went to bed. The next day, I removed the Lock Loops, finger-combed my hair, and put on a headband. That's it...took less than 5 minutes!!! I can't believe I'm Sisterlocked...still trying to soak all of this in!!!! I can't wait to see all of the transformations my Sisterlocks will go through...I love my Sisterlocks...let the journey begin!!!

2 More Days ‘Til The Birth Of My Sisterlocks Begins…And I Received My Lock Loops Today!!!

I have 2 more days left before the birth of my Sisterlocks begins…and I’m bubbling with excitement and anticipation!!! I ordered my Sisterlocks Lifestyle Journal last Friday and received it in the mail on Monday. I also ordered Lock Loops on Tuesday and received them in the mail today. Talk about fast service!!! I’m SO ready to start my Sisterlocks journey. Check out the pics!!!

5 More Days Left Before The Birth Of My Sisterlocks!!!

Hi everyone! I can't believe I have only 5 days left before the installation of my Sisterlocks begin...I am so excited!!! I can't wait!!! Yesterday, my church had it's 50 year anniversary picnic. I sported a pull back style with a head wrap. It's good to know I will have a few other women crossing over with me to the other side with their Sisterlocks soon. I hope to get to know them and keep up with their progress. I'm already ready...and know once I'm Sisterlocked things will never be the same!!!

I Had To Reschedule My Sisterlocks Installation...But I'm Still Excited!!!

Hola!!!! I just wanted to drop in and let everyone know about my progress. In my last post, I mentioned my Sisterlocks installation was scheduled for August 16th and 17th. However, I had to reschedule my installation for next week, August 22nd - 24th. I’m still excited and know the extra week wait will be well worth it!

Nothing much to report about my hair. As you can see from the above pics, I’ve taken down the twists and I’m sportin’ a twist out. I added the head wrap to camouflage the new growth. My hair continues to grow and that’s a good thing!!!