APL 2012 Challenge

[KiWiStyle]

Hello Ladies!

I have a question - I did not join this challenge - but I was thinking of joining the 2013 APL challenge. Since there are 2.5 months left this year I'm optimistically hoping to gain about 2 inches of length . How far do you all think I am from APL (pic is with wet hair after a wash).

NikkiQ If I make it before Dec can I be a 2012 Ninja too?

Thanks!

Yes, you are almost there. If you are relaxed, most likely you are already there if you straighten your new growth.

 

[NikkiQ]

Ok ladies...a sista needs a little help.

So I'm 14 wks preggo and noticed that my styles aren't lasting as long. I could normally rock 2-strands or a flat twist updo for a min of 2 weeks/max 3. Now I'm only making it one. On top of that, my hair is more drier and scalp more itchy than it was pre-pregnancy. I'm getting the lil' whole rings when I detangle. I haven't changed my reggie: wash and deep condition bi-weekly/spritz, moisturize, and seal nightly/tie up with a satin scarf/bonnet.

Today, I decided to take a little time to do some heavy moisturizing. I used a creme conditioner to cleanse, deep condition with AO GPB with heat, then used QB CTDG, sectioned hair into 8 sections to detangle. Then used QB AOHC to moisturize each section and installed some @NikkiQ inspired plait/braids. I sealed each one with QB OHHB. My hair feels good now, but I fear it's gonna feel dry and brittle after it air dries. Any suggestions tips?

On a good tip though, I'm a little pass collarbone in the back and on the sides behind ear. My front sides are right on my shoulders and the very front are pass my chin. I am still very hopeful that I can get close to APL by December 31st.

gvin89 what other products do you have in your stash already that are moisturizers? For my braids, I use SM aloe and yucca thickening growth milk. A little dab and my hair is soft for DAYS! Love that stuff!

 

[PinkPeony]

KiWiStyle
Her hair is so pretty!

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Ok I'm claiming Apl,you guys are too sweetd

 

[livinthevida]

Thanks ladies for all the emotional support. I actually feel better now that I have shared this with people, God has already began the healing process. @livinthevida I am so very sorry for your loss :-(. It must be so hard dealing with the loss of a sister, I pray that God continue to heal your heart and soul and give you peace.

Thank You @KiWiStyle!

My Sister, her smile, her laugh, her enthusiasm for life, is forever in my heart. I think of her everyday whenever I consider "Now what would my sister do?" I am convinced it is her spirit that keeps me grounded and level headed in my life. When I think "I can't" I simply "DO!"

Saves me EVERY TIME!

 

[livinthevida]

October 2011 vs. October 2012. Slow but it is progress!

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Great progress @Blairx0!

So I love looking at comparison pics...same bun using same foundation 6 months later. I love MN for growth, but PSing for retaining is giving me Everything!

If you haven't already, consider joining the buns, twists, braids challenge

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WOW! @jprayze now that is a BUN! Amazing difference between the two!

Pulled on one of my braids and it reaches APL in the front braided up and hangs a little past my shoulders when wet!!! Woohoo!! :woohoo:

Rebraiding will begin in a few hours. Not feeling too hot today so I'm kinda sluggish. Bleh.

Congratulations @NikkiQ!

@KiWiStyle, I am so happy that everything turned out well & @livinthevida, I am so sorry for your lost. I will keep you and your families in my prayers.

@blairx0, Great Progress!!

@jprayze, that bun looks great!!

Morning Ladies!!!!

I went for a power walk today & it felt sooo good. I covered my hair w/ a silk bonnet and a hat since it was so chilly this morning. When I took off my bonnet & hat, my sis remarked on how healthy my hair looked and then asked me if I flat ironed my hair this morning. I told her no that I hadn't flat ironed my hair in 2wks. I told her that I have been M&S and baggying my ends every night. I was really happy that she commented on my hair; b/c for the longest she thought this hair journey and me being on this website was crazy. It's funny b/c when I started last year and she was clowning me, I told her that one day she will be asking ME for advice on hair care tips.

Thank You @pelohello :wink2:

Hey everyone...
It has been a looong while... How is everyone doing? My hair is considerably growing... I am not apl yet but i am on way i think
This is flat iron bantu knot out combed i had right before i wash out the flat iron job

@Poutchi! Doing good here as Vida Ninja! & Nice results on the bantu knot I see the soft waves!

 

[gvin89]

Thank You @KiWiStyle!

My Sister, her smile, her laugh, her enthusiasm for life, is forever in my heart. I think of her everyday whenever I consider "Now what would my sister do?" I am convinced it is her spirit that keeps me grounded and level headed in my life. When I think "I can't" I simply "DO!"

Saves me EVERY TIME!

How did I miss this? I'm so sorry livinthevida...I just sent one up for you and your family and will continue to do so.

 

[gvin89]

gvin89 what other products do you have in your stash already that are moisturizers? For my braids, I use SM aloe and yucca thickening growth milk. A little dab and my hair is soft for DAYS! Love that stuff!

NikkiQ, I don't have much: Claudie's Isha cream, Jane Carter Nourish & Shine. I will run to Target and pick up the SM

 

[livinthevida]

Here is my hair pics, sorry for the blurry pic

Great shine 3jsmom! What do you put into your hair for these results?

Hello Ladies!

I have a question - I did not join this challenge - but I was thinking of joining the 2013 APL challenge. Since there are 2.5 months left this year I'm optimistically hoping to gain about 2 inches of length . How far do you all think I am from APL (pic is with wet hair after a wash).

@NikkiQ If I make it before Dec can I be a 2012 Ninja too?

Thanks!

GrowAHead I agree with the ladies! You are right at the APL line so very close!
http://www.longhaircareforum.com/member.php?u=48861

Ok ladies...a sista needs a little help.

So I'm 14 wks preggo and noticed that my styles aren't lasting as long. I could normally rock 2-strands or a flat twist updo for a min of 2 weeks/max 3. Now I'm only making it one. On top of that, my hair is more drier and scalp more itchy than it was pre-pregnancy. I'm getting the lil' whole rings when I detangle. I haven't changed my reggie: wash and deep condition bi-weekly/spritz, moisturize, and seal nightly/tie up with a satin scarf/bonnet.

Today, I decided to take a little time to do some heavy moisturizing. I used a creme conditioner to cleanse, deep condition with AO GPB with heat, then used QB CTDG, sectioned hair into 8 sections to detangle. Then used QB AOHC to moisturize each section and installed some @NikkiQ inspired plait/braids. I sealed each one with QB OHHB. My hair feels good now, but I fear it's gonna feel dry and brittle after it air dries. Any suggestions tips?

On a good tip though, I'm a little pass collarbone in the back and on the sides behind ear. My front sides are right on my shoulders and the very front are pass my chin. I am still very hopeful that I can get close to APL by December 31st.

gvin89 I have great results when I apply OCO on air dried hair. You can also apply a little of your hair product (very little) to damp hair and your style will last. It's a great idea too in setting your hair in sections this helps to keep your curls soft and natural when moisturizing each set!

How did I miss this? I'm so sorry @livinthevida...I just sent one up for you and your family and will continue to do so.

Thank You! My Sister went with God in 2010. Our family and friends are really in a great place now. Thank You ladies for all the Love and Support!

I'm hating on my 9yr old DD's APL hair, lol!! I had her hair cut to SL back in May due to severe damage. I've also been trimming away her damaged ends after getting her hair blow dried and straightened at the time of that trim. I went there to solve a problem and left with a whole new set of problems. So I vowed to never let anyone near my child's head again. She had a HUGE growth spurt over the Summer so I can't wait for Summer 2013 to get here! She beat me to APL . Now she is in her own TBSL (Training Bra Strap Length ) challenge!

This is her two-day twist out:
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APL!!:
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She loves her natural and says she will never put chemicals in it and advises me to do the same. She is going to be disappointed when she find out I'm relaxing at 12 weeks post next week.

She has bea-U-tiful hair KiWiStyle! She is smart to in advising mommy not to use chemicals. An official APL Ninja she is!

 

[GrowAHead]

Thanks for the encouragement ladies !!! I'll post another pic in December

 

[Lurkee]

Amen KiWiStyle! I am happy for you and your family that everyone is home safe.

I still wish when I received the call about my sister that she too was safe yet she is now with God. She was my ONLY SISTER and I miss her very very much. It is two years tomorrow that we set her ashes at sea.

May God Continue to Keep You and Your Family Safe :wink2:

livinthevida, I missed your post. I am really sorry this happened to you. Sorry for your loss. My close friend lost a brother suddenly this year and I can see she hurts every single day. They say time is a healer but I think time reduces the sting but the pain is alway there.

 

[3jsmom]

livinthevida a Nexxus finishing spray

 

[Kerryann]

uhm the gym along with oils and aloe vera juice on scalp brings many smells tis all OMG

i kept smelling my hair in kickboxing so funktified

 

[NikkiQ]

Just got back from an education fair on base. Guess I can finish off these braids now. I'm taking my dear old time with them too.

 

[lamaria211]

Trying to come up with a cute PS the dh has made a few comments about my satin scarf

 

[SincerelyBeautiful]

I'm cowashing tonite and putting my Bantu knots back in for my knot out. This is my fav low manipulation hairstyle and I enjoy the compliments

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[Guinan]

Trying to come up with a cute PS the dh has made a few comments about my satin scarf

Lmao! How bout a navy bun or using a banana clip

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[NikkiQ]

Finally finished these darn braids! I'm not doing it like this anymore lol. I rather take all of my hair down and start from scratch.

 

[BrownSkin89]

BrownSkin89 What are you waiting for? Come on lady get going we want you to join us in the BSL 2013 challenge. M&S, PS, drink your water and do all those other good things you KNOW you shoulda been doing. Cheering you on...:woohoo:

Haha I'm in! Thanks where do I sign up? BSL 2013 y'all!

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[beautyintheyes]

Finally finished these darn braids! I'm not doing it like this anymore lol. I rather take all of my hair down and start from scratch.

Hello I am so curious about your regi I just started wearing raids under my wig but I work out every day do you wash every day or once a week?

 

[BrownSkin89]

Doesn't caffeine and sugar stunt your growth? Grad school has be going crazy with the coffee and the sugar I need to better for my hair and these 6 lbs I gained over the last 5 weeks!

I think so! I was drinking coffee like crazy these past 2 years of being natural because I had 70hr weeks. Now, it's water water water!

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[BrownSkin89]

September 27 to today

That's buhnanas!

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[BrownSkin89]

Just repurchased something that kept my 4a dry hair soft and moisturized for daysss - Care Free Curl Gold instant moisturizer. Haha yes I'm bringing it back to the 7th grade y'all!

I used it by accident last year while trying to finish up leftover products. Hello water & hello glycerin. Keeps my hair nice and shiny and soft! Sealing it in w/ coconut oil.

Also, I bought the Shea Moisture Curl Enhancing Smoothie and I'm not impressed. Miss Jessie's, although more expressive, had more hold and a lot more moisture. So...I'm not sure if I can return this to cvs or what.

Congrats to the APL grads! And I'm so in for BSL 2013

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[BrownSkin89]

As promised here is my story, I still can't stop crying and thanking God. I just copied and pasted this from my FB page which is why it says today.

Today I experienced the worst few minutes of my life. I sent Triniti off with my friend, Triniti's BFF and another friend for a girls day out shopping and lunch. About an hour later I received a call from my friend crying hysterically saying there was an accident. I asked her if my baby and everybody was ok but she just cried and cried. I started yelling telling her to tell me my child is ok but all she did was cry hysterically and telling me I was making her nervous. At that time my husband came to the door asking what happened. I just gave him the phone because my friend never reassured me that my baby was ok and I was freaking out, I was terrified to hear what she would say once she finally collected herself. My husband went back outside to talk and I collapsed to my knees near the door and just started praying. When I was done I went back to the door just to search Rory's face for signs my baby/everyone was ok. He looked at me and shook his head YES. THANK YOU JESUS!!! I felt for what seemed like an eternity that my baby was gone...I never want to feel like this ever, ever again.

UNDERSTAND THIS:
If you ever have to tell another person that there was a car accident or any other type of incident where someone could be seriously injured or killed but they weren't, PLEASE first and foremost assure that person that everyone and specifically their loved one is just fine and if you are too upset, leave that task to someone else. Say something like this: everybody is just fine, don't worry but.... By the way, my friend never calmed down enough to tell us anything. The fireman on the scene took her phone and reassured Rory that all was well and there were just a few scrapes, bruises and a bloody lip between the four of them. I'm thankful tonight that my friend and the girls are doing fine. So tonight my baby gets anything she wants. She even tried to juice me for an iPhone...ummm, I don't think so baby girl but mommy love you dearly so instead you can watch the Disney Channel until you pass out! She is so happy to be home. She said, "I'm just happy to be home where I feel safe". She could never imagine just how happy I am.

I'm still haunted with the thought of what might have been and can't seem to shake that feeling. I keep asking God to remove it from my mind and heart because it makes me cry all over again. Today was the first time my daughter has left my sight since Saturday evening, I can't wait to pick her up from school today. I hug and kiss her more, I watch her sleep and kiss her some more and tell her how much I love her more which should be impossible because this is what we do all day anyway. This was one nightmare i'm blessed to have wakened from.

Praise HIM! I'm happy she's okay and looks like you have a smart kid on your hands, asking for an iPhone after that haha.

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[lamaria211]

Just finished CWing with Ion Hard Water condish I love the way this condish makes my hair feel!

 

[NikkiQ]

Hello I am so curious about your regi I just started wearing raids under my wig but I work out every day do you wash every day or once a week?

I usually leave my braids/Celies in for 2 weeks at a time. On wash days I shampoo and DC overnight. Next day I wash the DC out,detangle and braid. I've started working out about 5 days a week and cowash about twice a week. M&S when I can remember. I'm pretty bad at it. That's about it really.

 

[PinkPeony]

Trying to come up with a cute PS the dh has made a few comments about my satin scarf

lamaria211 let me know if you come up with anything,dh doesn't know me any different but I'm ready to let my sexy out

 

[PinkPeony]

I usually leave my braids/Celies in for 2 weeks at a time. On wash days I shampoo and DC overnight. Next day I wash the DC out,detangle and braid. I've started working out about 5 days a week and cowash about twice a week. M&S when I can remember. I'm pretty bad at it. That's about it really.

Simple maintenance is usually the best

 

[beautyintheyes]

I usually leave my braids/Celies in for 2 weeks at a time. On wash days I shampoo and DC overnight. Next day I wash the DC out,detangle and braid. I've started working out about 5 days a week and cowash about twice a week. M&S when I can remember. I'm pretty bad at it. That's about it really.

Good that's what I do now! Thank you I hope my hair gets as long as yours

 

[KiWiStyle]

Praise HIM! I'm happy she's okay and looks like you have a smart kid on your hands, asking for an iPhone after that haha.

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BrownSkin89 thank you hun and yes, she seized the moment. The sad thing is, if I had the money I might have bought her an iPhone.

 

[SincerelyBeautiful]

Co washed last nite and then moisturized and sealed. I then put in Bantu Knots for a knot out today. This is my fav PS.

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