BSL by Dec 2011

chasturner84 said:
I doubt APL is your terminal length. I doubt APL is terminal for anyone. How are you wearing your hair? Do you co wash often? Do you think it's over manipulation? Spill it.
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chasturner84, I missed this post by you! I think that it could be over manipulation as well. I think that I'm becoming more stable and consistent in my regimen these days (like the past 12 - 15 weeks or so), but I'm just being impatient. I know it could potentially take 1-2 years to reach my goal, depending on how well I care for my hair and leaving those scissors alone. I'm not ready to lose hope just yet, but sometimes...:ohwell:
 
Ok.
I want in. I am new but I have been lurking for a few months. I am not quite sure of my length. I have not used heat this summer and don't plan on flat ironing until December.

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chasturner84 said:
@grow thanks for including the link to the lead hairs challenge. Although I will be getting a good trim to get rid of splits in Dec, I'm gonna jump all over that challenge for next year. I had never even heard of lead hairs...wow...I always thought my ends were breaking. Thanks girl!
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@chasturner84, i'm so glad you found it useful, girlie and so happy to know you're going to join us! @Bigmommah is there, too! i'm so grateful to be sharing this journey with you marvelous ladies!

NikkiQ said:
Took my braids out Wednesday and I'm in love with my NG!!! :love: Hopefully my growth rate stays the same b/c if so, I'll be able to claim BSL by summer of next year (fingers crossed on that though)
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NikkiQ said:
Is it December yet?????
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@NikkiQ, i know you're in the hyh challenge with me, but c'mon.....just a peek?!

topnotch1010 said:
I am finally able to upgrade to the purple rollers and still have a nice curl!! :weird: YAY!
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@topnotch1010, honey, you KNOW ya can't come up in here with news that good and not feed our hair porn appetite while you're at it!
don't be a tease sistah! CONGRATULATIONS HONEY!!!:grin:
WE WANT SOME PITCHAS!!!!

just love some good eye candy!!!!
 
You ladies are as motivating as a cup of coffee to me! I had to stop packing to sneak a peek at what you're doing "just in case". Ok back to packing for me.

Have a groovy day!
 
grow said:
@chasturner84, i'm so glad you found it useful, girlie and so happy to know you're going to join us! @Bigmommah is there, too! i'm so grateful to be sharing this journey with you marvelous ladies!



@NikkiQ, i know you're in the hyh challenge with me, but c'mon.....just a peek?!



@topnotch1010, honey, you KNOW ya can't come up in here with news that good and not feed our hair porn appetite while you're at it!
don't be a tease sistah! CONGRATULATIONS HONEY!!!:grin:
WE WANT SOME PITCHAS!!!!

just love some good eye candy!!!!
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Lol! When I take my NG pics for the sulfur challenge update this week, I'll be sure to post them in here. NG shots aren't against the rules of the HYH challenge. LOOP HOLE!!!! :lol:
 
My brother is moving into a new house in Houston as well! I believe he is right off of Otey St, I think? Or is it Oday? I don't remember... something with an O. But anyway, congrats!
 
grow said:
@topnotch1010, honey, you KNOW ya can't come up in here with news that good and not feed our hair porn appetite while you're at it!
don't be a tease sistah! CONGRATULATIONS HONEY!!!:grin:
WE WANT SOME PITCHAS!!!!

just love some good eye candy!!!!
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Finally mastered the flat ironed look with no flat iron! :grin:

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NikkiQ said:
Took my braids out Wednesday and I'm in love with my NG!!! :love: Hopefully my growth rate stays the same b/c if so, I'll be able to claim BSL by summer of next year (fingers crossed on that though)
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I feel the same was as you!:hiya2::woohoo: I noticed new growth last week on my wash day and I absolutely love it. Hopefully my hair keeps retaining length at the same rate *crosses fingers* and I can get BSL length before December 2011.
 
Thanks Grow. This is not my final home. I keep wavering between buying in a subdivision or buying land and building. My hubby is getting a teensy bit impatient lol.

@ Topnotch ~ Your hair looks lovely!
 
I have decided not to use a flat iron or blow dryer at all in 2011 :look: At least until December 6, 2011 (my 4 year natural anniversary)

I figure if Kimmaytube can do it year after year, then I know I can hold out for 365 measley days. Heh heh :look:

If I really want to grow and retain 6 inches that will actually get me to BSL, then I'm going to have to negate all the bad stuff.

I figure if I make myself work out 6 times a week (which I already do), then I'll be too sweaty to even desire a straight style when all I'll do is mess it up :look:

I'm so serious, that I'm giving my mom and my sister my Sedu and my Maxiglide. No temptation whatsoever!
 
A goal with a plan is a good thing. I wish you all of the best with your endeavors.

Forever in Bloom said:
I have decided not to use a flat iron or blow dryer at all in 2011 :look: At least until December 6, 2011 (my 4 year natural anniversary)

I figure if Kimmaytube can do it year after year, then I know I can hold out for 365 measley days. Heh heh :look:

If I really want to grow and retain 6 inches that will actually get me to BSL, then I'm going to have to negate all the bad stuff.

I figure if I make myself work out 6 times a week (which I already do), then I'll be too sweaty to even desire a straight style when all I'll do is mess it up :look:

I'm so serious, that I'm giving my mom and my sister my Sedu and my Maxiglide. No temptation whatsoever!
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I'd like to join! :grin:

What's your regimen?

I'm still working that out, but as of right now:
  • shampoo & condition, & deep condition with heat weekly
  • moisturizing my edges & ends three times a week
  • stretching my relaxers for at least six months
  • low manipulation, roller setting to style until I am four to six weeks post, using single or crochet braids after that
  • spraying to moisturize braids two times a week

What Products are you using?

I like to keep it pretty simple. I have a lot more products lurking in my closet and on my dresser, but these are the ones I actually use.
  • shampoos & conditioners: tresemmé smooth&silky shampoo & conditioner, neutrogena daily deep conditioner & nexxus humectress.
  • moisturizers: creme of nature tea tree creme hairdress, elasta qp mango butter moisturizer, proclaim olive moisturizing creme
  • sprays: aphogee keratin & green tea restructurizer, infusium 23 repair & renew leave-in treatment
  • oils: jojoba, olive
  • styling: fantasia ic hair protector straightening serum, proclaim foaming wrap lotion, ampro ice (crochet braids only)

What are you specifically doing to achieve BSL in 2011?

I'm not really going to change anything that I'm doing, other than my mishap with my flat iron, I think I've come along way in understanding my hair.

In what month are you hoping to achieve BSL?

december.
I realize this is incredibly optimistic, but I'm hoping that a year will be enough time to at least begin to graze this goal.


Please include a Starting pic:

this picture is from the last time I straightened my hair, after my setback in May.
i guess it's about full shoulder length?
I will update with a new picture after I relax my hair again.

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esi.adokowa: there is nothing wrong with being optimistic. I think we are more successful with our goals when we are. Example:

August 2009...I was just aiming for APL in 2010 and thought that it was far-fetched because my hair had ALWAYS been SL but I knew it had to be possible if others were doing it.
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August 2010...not only APL but 1-1.5" shy of BSB
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So I will tell any/every -one. Be optimistic because it beats being pessimistic any day. Good luck girl; you can do it!! :yep:
 
Forever in Bloom said:
I have decided not to use a flat iron or blow dryer at all in 2011 :look: At least until December 6, 2011 (my 4 year natural anniversary)

I figure if Kimmaytube can do it year after year, then I know I can hold out for 365 measley days. Heh heh :look:

If I really want to grow and retain 6 inches that will actually get me to BSL, then I'm going to have to negate all the bad stuff.

I figure if I make myself work out 6 times a week (which I already do), then I'll be too sweaty to even desire a straight style when all I'll do is mess it up :look:

I'm so serious, that I'm giving my mom and my sister my Sedu and my Maxiglide. No temptation whatsoever!
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Forever in Bloom you can do it! If you ever feel a moment of weakness, come to this thread we'll be your motivators!

:hiya: esi.adokowa and :welcome: to the challenge!!

topnotch1010 :love: your hair! It looks great!

chasturner84 I don't know if I've said this but your growth is amazing! I don't know why you say you're a slow grower.




All of you BSL challengers are my inspirations, seriously! :urock:
 
IntheMix08 I'm borderline anemic and my hair growth is directly related to that. I am suppose to take vitamins but I can never remember. When I do take my vitamins consistently I average about 4-4.5"/yr (I'm guessing since I just started paying attention; Side note:I have no idea where the spurt of growth came from this last year); when I don't take them like I should I normally get about 3-3.5"/yr. It's all about retention.
 
Ladies the things that I'm reading make me smile and almost cry at the same time. You guys are such an amazing and encouraging group. I am so glad that I became more active on these boards and joined this group.

***HUGS***
 
Bigmommah said:
Ladies the things that I'm reading make me smile and almost cry at the same time. You guys are such an amazing and encouraging group. I am so glad that I became more active on these boards and joined this group.

***HUGS***
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We are definitely glad to have you with us!
 
:weird: let's grow ladies!!! :weird:

I'm feeling great about my hair right now! I plan on doing an Aphogee 2-minute treatment this week and getting a new set of braids done this weekend. Might keep them in for at least another 4-5 weeks.
 
chasturner84 said:
IntheMix08 I'm borderline anemic and my hair growth is directly related to that. I am suppose to take vitamins but I can never remember. When I do take my vitamins consistently I average about 4-4.5"/yr (I'm guessing since I just started paying attention; Side note:I have no idea where the spurt of growth came from this last year); when I don't take them like I should I normally get about 3-3.5"/yr. It's all about retention.
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:spank:Girl :spank: You :spank: Better :spank:Take :spank: Those:spank: IRON SUPPLEMENTS! I take mine every single day and I have them sitting right on top of the microwave so I won't forget! Seriously, it's not just for your hair.....you could always just eat more iron rich foods and cook with a cast iron pan
 
IntheMix08 said:
[B]Forever in Bloom you can do it! If you ever feel a moment of weakness, come to this thread we'll be your motivators![/B]

:hiya: esi.adokowa and :welcome: to the challenge!!

topnotch1010 :love: your hair! It looks great!

chasturner84 I don't know if I've said this but your growth is amazing! I don't know why you say you're a slow grower.




All of you BSL challengers are my inspirations, seriously! :urock:
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Awww thanks! I know I can do it. I plan on purchasing a high quality full-lace wig to wear next year. I have no idea what I'll do in the Summer, but I'll figure something out.
 
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