Wearing Wigs On A Daily Basis
I know because of the lockdown, we have all probably considered wearing wigs on a daily basis for those online meetings. I have my video off so often, when I do put it on, the others think there is a guest for a minute! Being inside does not inspire me to do a full...
What The Outcome Will Be
Sometimes you interact with a client at the salon and you have no idea what the outcome will be. It is a negotiation and each side has an expectation. Both sides are hopefully managing these expectations, but getting there takes proper communication. The...
You Gave Me Quite A Scare
Have you ever done something and someone told you “you gave me quite a scare?!" Not like Halloween, just something you would do on a normal day and think nothing of it? Well, I did this weekend. When I was told what happened I thought it was funny! Then, I got to...
Does Size Really Matter For Dreadlocks
I was reminded of a song that was popular during my childhood when I chose to write on does size really matter for dreadlocks. The song entitled “Wear Yu Size” by Lt. Stitchie, throws “shade” on women who buy shoes too small for their feet. I did not know it was a...
My Dreads Are Loose And Frizzy
When you see pictures of other people’s dreads do you think: my dreads are loose and frizzy and theirs aren’t! Welcome to the world of dreads. It is not a difficult world, just one that requires dedication. Back in the day, you could have let yourself delay...
How To Care For Flat-Ironed Natural Hair
I cannot count the amount of times the natural hair police have come down on curly-haired women for wanting straight hair. If they do not use chemicals they want to know how to care for flat ironed natural hair. Women with curly hair do not straighten them because...
They Never Gave Up Hope
I take this opportunity to thank all my clients and readers because they never gave up hope after not one, but two lockdowns! I have read and heard about ride-or-die relationships but never thought I would have one in business. My audience has literally stayed with...
Documenting Your Journey
If you were born before the 90s, you probably have photo albums documenting your journey to adulthood. They were usually big, cumbersome things that were placed on shelves or under coffee tables for eternity. Visits from family, friends or being bored to tears were...
The Importance of Drying Your Hair
As humans, we take everything for granted so we have no idea of the importance of drying the hair. For most of us, the hair grows without us ever wondering what would happen if it didn’t. Others obsess over it; sometimes to its downfall. Normally, it is only...
Conditionally Released From Custody
This coming week small business will once again be allowed to open but we can't help feeling like we are being conditionally released from custody. It feels great to be able to make your own money again but for how long? Will we be required to do another close?...