Waist Length 2013

[faithVA]

Shadiyah[/USER];13999399]LOL all this made me think about when we use to use paper bags to roll our hair up. and the pin curls are so old even if you were not wearing your hair down you still pin curl them up and then take them out in the morning to put your hair in a bun. protective just like we do today lol

No you didn't go back to the paper bag. I use to have a doll head and I would roll her hair with the paper bag. She was styling

 

[Shadiyah]

Okay...so.i.went.swimming.earlier.today....and.i.had.a.moment.where.i.came.up.from.the.water.and.i.felt.my.hair.touch.my.back!!!!.....AAAAAAAGGGGGGGHHHHH!!!....and.yes.i.shook.my.curly.fro...showing.off.in.the.pool.LOL....i.need.to.stop.being.vain.....but.im.just.so.excited.seeing.my.hair.grow.and.loving.the.curls.and.all.

girl I know what you mean... I am feeling that way everyday I am in the shower. and when I asked my daughter to pull my hair down on my inch shirt to see what num it was at I mean it felt so long. so much so that I cheated myself today. I didn't wet my hair today and took the plaits out and brushed it out and gelled the edges and wore it out hanging off my shoulders. my hubby came in from work smiling talking about what you do??? everytime I see you your hair is different. lol
oh and after all these years of not knowing what to do with my hair after oils have gotten in it and make it straight but not stylish that castor oil is the bomb.....

 

[Shadiyah]

No you didn't go back to the paper bag. I use to have a doll head and I would roll her hair with the paper bag. She was styling

remember when all the scarves use to be tied to the front of the head with the knot on top because you have to keep everything flat in the back?

 

[cheerrette]

Ok so I have been bunning now for two weeks straight which is huge for me because I ALWAYS wear my hair out. Its been pretty easy and I think I finally have my technique down. The only thing is I've noticed that when I use my CFC activator gel then put my Eco styler on top my hair looks more wavy, and it is soft but it is more frizzy. When I use just the Eco Styler my hair looks more silky, less wavy, less frizzy, but hard. IDK I kinda prefer it with just the Eco Styler it looks more sleek.

 

[nakialovesshoes]

@nakialovesshoes I'm definitely getting DH to take a pic like that for me (on one of my 2 monthly pic passes)

Ladies very seriously, you must start thinking about what you`ll contribute to this thread in a couple years

Nix08
The crazy thing about that picture is that my back is about 18.5 inches long. So technically MBL on me is at the 9.25 mark, which is right below the top of my brastrap.

About contributing to the WL & beyond thread: I was just telling Njoy that I couldn't wait to take my spot on the bench (under the tree) with the LHCF elders.

 

[faithVA]

Shadiyah[/USER];14000289]remember when all the scarves use to be tied to the front of the head with the knot on top because you have to keep everything flat in the back?

You mean we don't do that anymore?

When I was young they use to braid pieces of panty hose into your hair. Do you remember what that was for? I think they did it once but don't remember why. We were guinea pigs for everything and you bet not say nothin

 

[faithVA]

Ok so I have been bunning now for two weeks straight which is huge for me because I ALWAYS wear my hair out. Its been pretty easy and I think I finally have my technique down. The only thing is I've noticed that when I use my CFC activator gel then put my Eco styler on top my hair looks more wavy, and it is soft but it is more frizzy. When I use just the Eco Styler my hair looks more silky, less wavy, less frizzy, but hard. IDK I kinda prefer it with just the Eco Styler it looks more sleek.

It does look very nice.

 

[nakialovesshoes]

You mean we don't do that anymore?

When I was young they use to braid pieces of panty hose into your hair. Do you remember what that was for? I think they did it once but don't remember why. We were guinea pigs for everything and you bet not say nothin

faithVAThere's a YT vlogger that uses silk strips in her braids to stretch her hair when she's airdrying. I wonder if that would've been the reason.

 

[faithVA]

nakialovesshoes[/USER];14001217]@faithVAThere's a YT vlogger that uses silk strips in her braids to stretch her hair when she's airdrying. I wonder if that would've been the reason.

I am familiar with that and it did remind me of that. But we never wore our hair loose so that's why I can't figure it out. Seems like my grandmorther put the piece in each braid and I wore it like that for a week or two and then they washed my hair. Maybe it made it last longer.

I think I will ask my mom when I get home tonight.

 

[Shadiyah]

You mean we don't do that anymore?

When I was young they use to braid pieces of panty hose into your hair. Do you remember what that was for? I think they did it once but don't remember why. We were guinea pigs for everything and you bet not say nothin

I remember putting the stocking cap on the head to keep the hair in place but the only thing I can think of what you saying is the stretch it like we do now with clips and things.

 

[LilMissSunshine5]

nakialovesshoes Not under the tree with the LHCF elders LMBO

The crazy thing about that picture is that my back is about 18.5 inches long. So technically MBL on me is at the 9.25 mark, which is right below the top of my brastrap.

About contributing to the WL & beyond thread: I was just telling Njoy that I couldn't wait to take my spot on the bench (under the tree) with the LHCF elders.

 

[faithVA]

I remember putting the stocking cap on the head to keep the hair in place but the only thing I can think of what you saying is the stretch it like we do now with clips and things.

Asked my mom and she said they did it to help my braids stay longer because my grandmother didn't want to do my hair while I was visiting. She said it was similiar to using the satin/silk strips but not for stretching but for helping the braids to last. I think I may try this to see if it has any merit.

 

[SingBrina]

Update: I have had my weave/protective style in for two weeks. I haven't washed it in that time, that is not the norm for me. But after all that co-washing it and styling it everyday it must have burned me out so i needed to take a break from that process.... anyhow I will wash and deep condition next week for my special three day convention for my religious congregating once a year.... if I need to re-tighten my hair I will and leave it like that for 2+ weeks..... so I will update later... thought I should share, hhehehehe

 

[Imani]

Imani- I am pretty tall Just a little under 5'9" Plus, I have a long torso too SMH A recipe for hair growing frustration

Awww, yes that is pretty tall. Hopefully the time will fly by and it won't be as frustrating as you think. And at least you don't have to ask for help to get to the items on the top shelf at the grocery store or have someone's afro block your view at a concert (these both just happened to me recently, I'm 5"2)

 

[NikkiQ]

I think I'm going to use my length check for the first time today...and I'm nervous as a ****!!

 

[faithVA]

NikkiQ[/USER];14021675]I think I'm going to use my length check for the first time today...and I'm nervous as a ****!!

What time are you doing your length check? I will check on you at 7 to make sure you are ok? And of course I want to know.

 

[NikkiQ]

What time are you doing your length check? I will check on you at 7 to make sure you are ok? And of course I want to know.

I did it already. Total disappointment. According to my shirt, I need almost 4 inches to make APL

 

[winona]

Shadiyah[/USER];14000289]remember when all the scarves use to be tied to the front of the head with the knot on top because you have to keep everything flat in the back?

Omg I have been doing this with my high buns and it works like a charm

 

[Nix08]

I did it already. Total disappointment. According to my shirt, I need almost 4 inches to make APL

Maybe you didn't do the measurements on the shirt right Does it still seem like 4 inches when you measure on your body?

 

[NikkiQ]

Maybe you didn't do the measurements on the shirt right Does it still seem like 4 inches when you measure on your body?

No it doesn't seem that far. *sigh* this sucks.

 

[Nix08]

No it doesn't seem that far. *sigh* this sucks.

You're hair is SOOO cute!!!! Love the curls
It looks like APL is at the 5 and you are at 2+ does that seem right? In the second pic you were pushing the shirt up with your stance.

ETA: I'm seeing about 3 inches myself for you to APL.

 

[NikkiQ]

You're hair is SOOO cute!!!! Love the curls
It looks like APL is at the 5 and you are at 2+ does that seem right? In the second pic you were pushing the shirt up with your stance.

ETA: I'm seeing about 3 inches myself for you to APL.

The first pic, SO wasn't holding my hair at the end and didn't pull it tight. Second pic I put one hand on my hip to make my arm pit more noticeable,but you can see the 3 marker on the other side with my arm down. I know I'm not gonna get 3-4 inches by December. Guess I'll stick with my original plan of making APL by Feb 2012.

 

[silenttullip]

U can get 2 inches and maybe vitamins or a growth aid will help with inch 3. You can do it by Dec we have faith in you!!!! I'm shooting for full apl by then but I'm a slow grower so who knows

The first pic, SO wasn't holding my hair at the end and didn't pull it tight. Second pic I put one hand on my hip to make my arm pit more noticeable,but you can see the 3 marker on the other side with my arm down. I know I'm not gonna get 3-4 inches by December. Guess I'll stick with my original plan of making APL by Feb 2012.

 

[NikkiQ]

U can get 2 inches and maybe vitamins or a growth aid will help with inch 3. You can do it by Dec we have faith in you!!!! I'm shooting for full apl by then but I'm a slow grower so who knows

Thanks silenttullip! I'm already taking Nioxin and Biotin and applying sulfur whenever my hair is in braids.All I can do is cross my fingers and hope for the best. Who are we kidding?? I'm a pessimist!

 

[faithVA]

You're hair is SOOO cute!!!! Love the curls
It looks like APL is at the 5 and you are at 2+ does that seem right? In the second pic you were pushing the shirt up with your stance.

ETA: I'm seeing about 3 inches myself for you to APL.

NikkiQ, I see 3 inches as well. Yes he wasn't pulling it tight and his finger was sort of in the way and even with your arm hitched it was 3. You definitely can make 2 by December. And if your hair is like mine, you don't need 3" of stretched hair. 2" of stretched hair can turn into 3" of straight hair.

Whether you have 2" or 3" in December, its going to be very close and you can still swang it girl.

 

[NikkiQ]

Thanks ladies for trying to make feel better! You guys rock. I think I'm gonna get an install and hide my hair for the rest of the year so I don't obsess over it. Maybe i'll be able to claim full SL by December.

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[SmilingElephant]

SOOOOOoooo....look who is up in the building less the dots!!!???....yes i got my first very own laptop from school today...i'm like sitting beside myself im so excited!!!...school starts next monday for me so i'm gonna be a busy bee

NikkiQ....hush all that nonsense like you backin out!!....and your hair is cute...it looks similar to mine just about...cool!

 

[Shadiyah]

No it doesn't seem that far. *sigh* this sucks.

that period seems to take forever. I thought I would never make it to apl during that time. just keep your chin up and it will get easier. it looks only about 2-3" you need and I always stech my hair when I first wet because you seem to get the correct length at that time because I don't use heat. I can tell you this I don't know what you are doing but the castor oil worked wonders for me. I put it on my scalp every night but I rinse my hair everyday.

 

[Shadiyah]

SOOOOOoooo....look who is up in the building less the dots!!!???....yes i got my first very own laptop from school today...i'm like sitting beside myself im so excited!!!...school starts next monday for me so i'm gonna be a busy bee

@NikkiQ....hush all that nonsense like you backin out!!....and your hair is cute...it looks similar to mine just about...cool!

glad to hear that it finally came... no more dots.................. lol

 

[SmilingElephant]

glad to hear that it finally came... no more dots.................. lol

Yep....no more dots...well except for my habit of using an elipses...(did i even say that right??...who cares i'm going back to school i'll learn better!)...and also unless of course i post on my phone.

So glad to be back with ya'll tho...