MAJOR HAIR UPDATE (PIC HEAVY) - HIP LENGTH? *COME SEE*

[cocomama]

nice hair & growth!

 

[LightEyedMami]

Beautiful hair and body.....reggie, pwetty please!

 

[Umm Ebraheem]

congrats to you, your hair looks great!

 

[Iluvsmuhgrass]

Absolutely beautiful. Thanks for inspiring me to stay on this journey.

Your grass is AWESOME! I'm in' it!

 

[Inspiired]

Thanks everyone!

The FAQ will be coming within 24 hours, I PROMISE

 

[Jetblackhair]

Your hair is BEAUTIFUL!!!

 

[Inspiired]

FAQ answers so far http://www.bootyfurl.co.uk/2012/10/my-hair.html

As you may be able to tell by the format, I was featured on BGLH and as I answered the questions with your questions in mind!

 

[Inspiired]

Anymore questions? I'll answer!

 

[Seamonster]

:wow: Hip length mamma! this is great! TY

 

[IMFOCSD]

I used to be balding all over especially my temples and nape. That was a few years ago when I was relaxed, now I'm 19 and natural.

I never thought I'd ever be at this stage where masses of people ask me for advice. I used to cry over my hair and now I cry tears of happiness. Ok, so my hair is so thick and long it may take HOURS to do twists but I'm so grateful, it can take days for all I care. It feels like dream. Honestly. It feels amazing when all my friends and family and strangers compliment me on my hair but can I tell you what also feels amazing? When the girls who laughed at my non-existent hair 3 years ago see now, my heart smiles but to be honest I took their negativity and turned it to a positive.

I have memories of all my hairdresser visits where they just did not care for my hair, one in particular around a year and a few months ago left me with a bleeding scalp. I can only wonder how these hairdressers see a young vulnerable girl crying in agony but do nothing about it. You see, the thing that hurts me most is that I put my ultimate trust in these people. Before they start I beg them not to do it tight. I beg them not to hurt me. I'd much rather have a loosely sewn weave than sleepless nights and migraines for a month. Since I was younger, I have always had a tender scalp and rather than these hairdressers acknowledging that, they treat me as if I'm exaggerating and literally laugh. Worst thing is that it's not just one bad bunch, I tried SO many hairdressers all over the place. It has come to the extent that the smell of weave and walking past these hairdressers make me anxious. I have always experienced balding as a result of all of these (traction/tension alopecia I believe it's called) but I try to stay strong and see what I can do about it. The hair grows back and then I go for a protective style (weave at the hairdresser) and I lose it all again. It's a cycle that I have broken. Since I went natural, I have never been happier. To me, it's not just hair. At all. It's life. My natural hair symbolises strength and happiness and I wish this is something that people can understand.

I've had so many people say to me that me being natural has inspired them. So many are transitioning now. I remember rocking a mini fro to school every single day for a while and as you can imagine in England where people still unfortunately frown at natural hair, I created a u turn. Suddenly I had girls (I went to an all girls school) thanking me for showing that natural hair is beautiful and loadsss more girls rocking their fros to school too! I'm second year university now doing Economics but at sixth form I was 'Head of Mentoring' so girls would always come to me to talk and during school days I was like a big sister to like every single girl there!

I hope my story can be an inspirational to you all. Whether you're natural, texturised or relaxed. Do your thing! Don't let anyone tell you what you can't do, show them what you CAN do. Check out my 12 inches in 12 months challenge and/or follow me on twitter if you need any help / have any questions.

My name is Jennifer and this is my story.

Love your post..very inspirational Inspiired

 

[rsmith]

AWESOME! I wish mine would grow like that. You are a inspiration.

 

[Kindheart]

I love your hair gorgeous ..you should send me some tips on how to get a high behind lol .

 

[cynd]

Love your style! Congratulations.

 

[Inspiired]

Thanks everyone!

Christmas giveaway up on my blog: http://www.bootyfurl.co.uk

❤

 

[Lita]

Congrats..Beautiful & Healthy..


Happy Hair Growing!

 

[Inspiired]

Hi beautiful people!

It's that time of the year to vote for the Black Girl Long Hair Style Icon of the Year and guess who's featured..? Me! I can't believe it and I'm so grateful and thankful



Please vote for me here: http://blackgirllonghair.com/2012/12/vote-for-the-2012-bglh-style-icon-of-the-year/ - my name is Jennifer by the way, I created the 12 Inches In 12 Months challenge.

Also please read some more previous posts:
http://www.longhaircareforum.com/showthread.php?t=591027
http://www.longhaircareforum.com/showthread.php?t=622227
http://www.longhaircareforum.com/showthread.php?t=656937

Jennifer
www.bootyfurl.co.uk
♥

 

[HomesteaderDreams]

i love your hair, but the first thing i notice is your body. girlie, you got a body on you! what is your diet and workout routine?? i'm trying to get in shape like you.

 

[Inspiired]

hisboo911[/URL];17953697]i love your hair, but the first thing i notice is your body. girlie, you got a body on you! what is your diet and workout routine?? i'm trying to get in shape like you.

Aww thank you so much, I don't workout (which is very bad I know!) and as for my diet, I don't watch it closely at all. One thing I can note though is that I don't really drink fizzy drinks. I hope this can make a difference, as a start at least

 

[Jewell]

Aww thank you so much, I don't workout (which is very bad I know!) and as for my diet, I don't watch it closely at all. One thing I can note though is that I don't really drink fizzy drinks. I hope this can make a difference, as a start at least

¡Hola! Inspiired....love your hair, style and blog! Wow you have such a thick, luxurious mane :indeed: [nodding] yes I have to agree, your body is very nice :no homo:. I must admit I dont work out either nor really watch my diet, yet I take a bunch of healthy vits and herbs and try to watch the sodium, processed foods, and fat.

For me, working out makes my body too lean (very high metabolism) and personally, I like some curves and softness in the right places. Err, ahem. I just had to give you props, chica! KUTGW and HHG! P.S. You make me wanna transition again...but then I 'member dem SSKs, mats and 45 min detangling sessions and snap back to reality! Lol maybe in a few yrs I'll go natchal again!

 

[Inspiired]

¡Hola! Inspiired....love your hair, style and blog! Wow you have such a thick, luxurious mane :indeed: [nodding] yes I have to agree, your body is very nice :no homo:. I must admit I dont work out either nor really watch my diet, yet I take a bunch of healthy vits and herbs and try to watch the sodium, processed foods, and fat.

For me, working out makes my body too lean (very high metabolism) and personally, I like some curves and softness in the right places. Err, ahem. I just had to give you props, chica! KUTGW and HHG! P.S. You make me wanna transition again...but then I 'member dem SSKs, mats and 45 min detangling sessions and snap back to reality! Lol maybe in a few yrs I'll go natchal again!

Jewell - thanks girl!

I totally agree with what you're saying!

Hahaha my regimen is very simple and I don't seem to have problems with SSKs, mats or detangling - touch wood!

This post made me smile, thank you so much!

 

[sky035]

Wow...you are an inspiration!! I suffer from PCOS and have experienced balding in the nape and temples for years now. This is one of the first years where I did not shed (changes in diet, no heat etc) so my TWA is thriving. Thank you telling your story . I know that there is hope for us girls with health related issues that impact our hair.

 

[ShiShiPooPoo]

I love your hair. It is very similiar to my baby's hair. I'm off to read more.

You are an inspiration.