Bummin' Around Da House & Product Reviews

I thought I'd share some products and pics of my locs during my down time. When I'm around the house on the weekends and evenings, I simply wear my hair like this.



Because of my natural layers, it's difficult to put them up in a ponytail. Separating my locs like this prevents the hair at the nape from pulling.



Here's another Saturday "do" that I was just playing around with while bummin' around. Next time I'll try the flat twist all the way to the back.

I found some thicker black bands at Family Dollar and these clips - both work great. Why spend a lot of money until you find what works.

I love these claws. They're large enough for my thick hair. I purchased them at Target.

My black Soft Spike Curlers - nothing new. But, I found a convenient way to store them. I used a bag from a set of new sheets! It has a handy zipper closure and is the perfect size.

I use these clips when sectioning my locs for rolling or braiding. If I ever had the desire to attempt to retighten my locs, I suppose they'd come in handy then also. The rounded ends prevents hair snags.

I found a local store to purchase JML products. I blogged about the protein conditioner here and continue to use it and really love it. It leaves my hair soft, clean and moisturized. Since I began using the JML Protein Conditioner, I haven't used any natural oils after washing. I only recommend it, however, for mature locs. I use it full strength because of the thickness of my locs. Those with a loose curl pattern may want to dilute 50/50 or some other combo because of it's rich consistency.

The Tingle Shampoo isn't for me - it has a strong medicated smell. It does make my scalp tingle and feel good - but the scent is too strong for my liking. I felt as if I was walking around with menthol on my hair (remember Vicks?)...LOL.

The leave in conditioner is awesome. I rarely use it, but when I do there's no residue, it doesn't weigh down my locs and there's no sticky feeling.

Just a few items I thought I'd share as my natural awakenings continue.

(Hairstyle: 2-3 day old braid out at almost 24m)

First Blaq Siting

My youngest son and his date joined me for dinner and live jazz this Saturday. We had a blast.

As I lead up to next Sunday and my two year loc'versary, it seems befitting that I experienced my first BlaqKofi siting.

As we waited at the bar, a lady sportin' some of the cutest Sisterlocks approached me and said, "you're that lady from the web aren't you - you're BlaqKofi."

It took me a moment to realize that she was actually talking to me. She was so enthusiastic and excited. I'm thinking - she must have me confused with someone that she knows. Afterall, I don't get out that often. But as it turned out, Ms. P is a steady visitor to Natural Awakenings and says she recognized KD and me right away. It was almost surreal.

We laughed and embraced, introduced ourselves and then of course began examing each other's locs. Ms. P's locks are very soft and she was sporting a cute Soft Spike curl set. She got a lot of pleasure introducing me to her co-workers so that they could see mature Sisterlocks and "what she had been trying to explain." I know the challenge of trying to describe the beauty of Sisterlocks to those unfamiliar with them.

Ironically, I learned that Ms. P emailed me for advice when contemplating locking. She's now nine months on loc'down and chose Gigi as her consultant. She obviously made a great decision because her locks were just too cute.

Meeting another locked sister in my home town and experiencing that special unspoken bond we all share, was a meaningful start to my two year loc'versary celebration. Thanks for visiting my site, Ms. P and for showing a sister the love on Saturday night.

(Hairstyle: 2-3 day old braid out. I began the evening

with my hair up and later took it down.)