Saturday, March 24, 2007

I Am Not My Hair...

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...but my hair is a BIG part of me! Hair is a woman's crown & glory and one of our biggest HEADACHES. It's the one thing that is appreciated by all - everyone notices pretty hair. (Side note: by pretty I don't mean "good hair" but any hair (style, cut, color, etc.) that compliments you!) So I have a couple of products to recommend. (Disclaimer: I'm not an expert by any stretch of the imagination but I have found some things that work for me & I want to share my find with you!)

Okay let me first share some things about me (and you can decide if these products are realistic for you). My hair is naturally curly & I don't have a relaxer (or any other chemicals for that matter - all my color has basically grown out). So now you can make a totally informed decision.

I have one major hair problem: DRY, ITCHY, & SOMETIMES FLAKY SCALP. I have tried many, many corrective measures (even extra virgin olive oil) but nothing has completely worked. But I think I've found a solution: Neutrogena Triple Moisture Active Soothing Conditioner (it's part of their Professional line). I used it this morning & it just tingled away (a very good sign). The directions recommend using it at least twice a week. As I said, this is my first time using but I have a very good feeling about it.

I also recommend Neutrogena Triple Moisture Cream Lather Shampoo. It thoroughly moisturizes hair without weighing it down, leaving you with a very natural-looking sheen (don't I sound like a commercial LOL).

A good conditioner for hair (as opposed to scalp) is John Frieda's Frizz-Ease Rehydrate. It deep conditions without weighing hair down and it prevents unsightly frizz.

I don't use these products every time I wash, more like every other wash or once a month. I use Suave's Sleek Shampoo & Conditioner on a regular basis. You know how the commercials say you get salon-quality products without paying "salon-quality" prices, well they're not lying. This product is exactly like Matrix's Sleek Shampoo & Conditioner (I mean smell & everything!)

Well that's it for now but I'm sure I'll have more tips & recommendations soon!

Smooches & Have a Happy Hair Day!

Friday, March 16, 2007

Goal Update

Okay I've had a minor set back in my goal to find a job: I didn't get the job I interviewed for a couple of weeks ago. I was a little depressed for a minute but I decided to turn this little blemish into beauty mark! So I've applied for 2 more jobs and there are 3 more on the list. Oh they can't stop me because I'm on the move WATCH OUT!!!

Smooches Lovers!

Wednesday, March 14, 2007

You've Been Robbed!

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Okay so now I will tell you about the biggest, saddest face of Spring Break (and my whole life for that matter)! I was a victim of IDENTITY THEFT [insert mysterious sounding music]. Some horrible person that prolly has stinky breath & bad hair illegally withdrew about $1,500 out of my account [insert the Wendy Williams wows]. I know I can't believe it either. The ugly culprits made several withdrawals ranging from $200 to $400 from two different ATM's in British Columbia & Montreal in Canada! They were also making purchases in Wisconsin & Ohio! Yeah they tried to screw me over big time! I don't know how they did it and I will prolly never know; maybe it was an inside job or something. But Bank of America jumped on it very quickly & replaced all my money within about 3 days. So now I'm patiently waiting on a new debit card because this cash only mess is for the birds!

The moral of this story, watch your account 'cause the people are out to get you!

Monday, March 12, 2007

Let's Get Away

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Okay so I'm already mourning my Spring Break! I had a wonderful time - might have been the best SB so far! (Side bar - I'll be introducing more of the royal court.) I started off by going to Memphis, TN to see my family, friends and most importantly my Godson, The Prince! He is not only my first God-child but also the first baby of the royal court so you know I'm completely in love & he has me wrapped around his finger (and he just 1 month old LOL)! He spent the night with me so I was really able to "play mom." I even had the opportunity to accompany The Prince & Princess Snowflake (that's his mommie & one of my dearest friends) to the doctor. The visit was basically drama free - well The Prince did "tinkle" on the scale but he's still a newborn so it's still cute! It was fun but no I'm not planning any surprises in the next 9 months - The Prince is all I need! I was also able to spend time with my Daddy & Step-Mom - always fun times! And I also picked up a pair of cute shoes! Only one sad face of this part of the trip: Princess Nette (also one of my dearest friends & royal "road dog" LOL) & I weren't able to coordinate our outing but that's okay I'll be back!

The next stop: ATL! I was able to see & spend time with my "other family" The Williams of SW Atlanta! I did a little shopping (which means another pair of shoes) and I went to The Lil' Duke's (that's The Duke's little brother, he's one of my favorites!) baseball game (they didn't win but he played well). There is a BIG sad face for this portion of the trip but I'll tell you all about that in the next post. The following day, The Duke & I set out on the next leg of the trip.

Next stop: Destin, FL. The place was beautiful! I have never seen water so clear & sand so white (they call it"sugar sand"). The water was crystal clear - so clear that we were in 15 ft. of water & I could still see the bottom! I was simply amazed by the water! We went out, got drunk, saw dolphins & stingrays, did some shopping, & ate good food - all the elements of a perfect trip!

Highlight #1: the "Tennessee Girls" trying to "hunch" The Duke! We were at this little spot called Fudpuckers having drinks & we decided to go check out the bong contest. As The Duke walked across the dance floor, a chick came out of nowhere & started dancing on him LOL! And being the good Duke that he is, he quickly walked away I guess he didn't want me to go"ghetto girl" but I was thoroughly entertained by the whole ordeal.

Highlight #2: Number 14 from Whataburger! Trust me this is what you want in your life. It's a chicken biscuit with some kinda honey butter! This was our late-night meal on several occasions. It's so good, especially when you're drunk!

So if you ever get the chance to go to Destin (or anywhere or the Emerald Coast for that matter) go! And after a drunken evening, get a chicken biscuit from Whataburger!