The Draino Effect

It seems like every few months my shower drain just gets clogged. Most likely, from when I wash my hair. Although, I'd thought I had been doing a good job of removing the hair from the shower and disposing of it in the trash or toilet. Nevertheless, I was taking a shower a couple days ago and noticed that I was standing in a growing puddle of water. I immediately knew what the problem was; it just happens so often to me.

I thought I was gonna have to make a trip to the store to get that trusty Draino, but I found an unopened container in my bathroom cabinet. Thanks Daddy! lol...I guess he was tired of me calling on him whenever this issue arose.

So I finally did that this morning. Yes, I'd been showering with a flood at my feet for a couple days smh lol...But I took matters into my own hands! We don't need no plumbers! lol

#TeamNatural

There's a plethora of information out there on natural hair these days...via blogs, YouTube, and meet-ups/information sessions for those rocking their natural dos. I don't profess to be any sort of expert on the subject, but I thought I'd add my two cents in there somewhere.

I don't remember the exact date I last got a relaxer or when my cousin officially cut my hair. The specifics aren't really that important to me. I transitioned with braids and blowouts from October/November 2010, and I had my cousin cut the remaining relaxed ends in July 2011.

I got my hair straightened this weekend, and I had NO IDEA how long it had gotten. Check out this blog post for some early pics of my natural hair journey.

As of now, the length is just bananas! I'm loving it so much!

Being natural (to me) simply means wearing my hair how it grows out my scalp. It seems silly that the whole topic is suddenly news. This is how we were created. *Not bashing those with relaxed hair* But as you can see above, my hair looks relaxed. It's healthier, and it's about the same length as my former relaxed hair.

I've never felt more confident, hair wise. Someone complimented my hair yesterday, saying that they like the versatility of my hair. And it's true. You can do so much stuff with it... the creativity with hair is endless. Me being a simple newbie, I haven't experimented with too many products or styles. I don't want to be overwhelmed, you know? I've found a couple regimens that work for me right now, and I'm just aiming to perfect those.

I was telling Chelsea that I feel like I'm in a Natural Hair sorority sometimes. Anytime I lock eyes with a fellow naturalista, we share a knowing look. We compliment each other's hairstyles and exchange information on the products we use on our hair. It's pretty sweet!

Sometimes I even find myself giving hair advice to people considering going natural. I have like three minutes to showcase my "expertise." Ha!

The Pros:

• Wake up and go! [Just spray some water, add some oil, and fluff! So easy!]
• What's an umbrella? [Unless you're wearing your hair straight, rain is your friend!]
• Unique curls/styles [Natural hair is so pretty, and there's so many options!]
• Versatility
• More confidence!

Being apart of #TeamNatural seems like a fad/ongoing trend these days. But I predict within the next couple of years, we will be able to distinguish those going natural to follow the crowd from those who truly want to embrace this significant life change.

A New Hair Dream

Hey people! 


Hope you all are having a fabulous weekend and enjoying some nice pretty weather! I know I am! I just came back from a natural hair event in Norfolk, VA. Since I was mainly helping out with registration for the event, I didn't really get to see all that was going on inside. I got to step in a few times though. :-)

Doesn't it seem like EVERYONE and their mama is going "natural" with their hair these days? There's nothing wrong with it, as long as you do it for the right reasons (and not because everyone's doing it). I guess you could say my hair is in that transitioning stage; I haven't had a relaxer in about 7 months. Right now, I have in some kinky twists. Thank God! lol! You just don't understand...


You may be aware of most of my flaws, and my hair is no exception. I've never been good with my hair. Ever. Even when it was fully relaxed, if it wasn't one thing...it was something else about it that was bothering me. I remember when I was younger and getting frustrated to TEARS (haha) because I couldn't do a ponytail without a lump at the top of my head. lol...


Last year was the first time I felt that I wrapped my hair correctly. Usually, it wouldn't stay up while I was brushing it. I would still wrap it with a whole bunch of hair overlapping the wrap band thingy. And of course, nothing would be on my hair in the morning. A mess, I know.


It seems like every time I do my hair, you can tell. It looks BIG, puffy, and dry! lol...that is why I'm going natural. I'm tired of dealing with this mess! lol...I don't want to attempt to wrap anything else, brush anything, straighten anything out, or comb my nappy roots. I want some locks!!!!


I originally wanted sisterlocks, but now I'm considering starter locks. I was reminded today that I need to do my research on anything that I might be interested in. So, I will be doing just that.


I already know that sisterlocks are extremely pricey for me, the college student with the part-time job. It's a reasonable price to start out the traditional locks, though. I'm realizing day by day that I'm not "big time" yet. Some things I just have to say "no" to right now, but I'll be back to it soon. I can't "keep up with the Jones's" anymore unless I wanna be living in the poor house lol...


I don't know about you, but I want to be wiser in my decisions from here on out. As much as I want to JUMP, GO, and DO, I have to be mindful of where CANDICE is in life. Sorry, I can't try to keep up with others anymore at this time. Gotta do me, and you gotta do you. 


Continue to seek God for wisdom and guidance, do some research on your desires, and just stay in your own lane. Don't compare your life to another person's. When it's your time, it'll come.


*Just in case you forgot, I'm random. :-)