simplyconfident
Well-Known Member
My DH and I recently went on a trip to Washington DC and I was completely taken back by the numerous naturals the area had.
Everywhere I turned there was another head of locks, twist outs, or fros. At first I didn't think anything of it until while waiting for the metro I saw this ladies natural hair that I thought was so cute. I told my husband I liked her hair and that this is how I too wanted to wear my hair when I go natural (which I planned on doing sometime in my 30's). He just looked and went "hum'. Ya know that look I'm talking about when you know he really isn't feeling something.
I was kinda annoyed by his comment and lack of support with the idea of transitioning, but thought to myself 'oh well, I will fight this battle when the time comes'.
We'll right after I saw the first lady at Union Station we got on our metro and I saw the most beautiful head of natural 4a/b I've ever seen in my life!
I couldn't stop starring at her...I knew right then. My someday is today!!!! I was upper excited inside at the sheer thought of committing to going natural my stomach had butterflies (please don't laugh). When we got back to our hotel I pulled out my laptop and it was as if the stars where all lining up because every other thread was about transitioning or natural hair!
When we arrived back to Houston I began to get cold feet, and was talking myself out of it. I was like "you cant be serious" & "your almost APL why start over"? Then when I arrived back to work a was talking to one of my white coworkers about black hair care (I don't know how we got on the subject at all). I was explaining to her how relaxers work and the rational behind them and how they are permanent. I even showed her my NG just so she could get the jest of the matter because she was asking from a genuine interest and not one of wanting to be all up in my business. In that moment I confessed to her my desire to transition and I sincerely committed to it. :superbanana:
The only other people to know about my transition are those who read this. I don't feel like I have anyone else to support me in this matter. For years I've spoken to stylist friends/family about 'one day I want to go natural' but no one takes it seriously and/or finds it impossible.
I love my NG!!! I love how soft it is, it's nice sheen, and wavy/coily texture. Why do I permanently change something that I love so much? Why do I force my hair into styles (braid-outs, rod sets) that it will practically do naturally?
I don't plan to revile my transition to anyone now because I don't want to become discouraged. If I change my mind about being natural it will be on my terms and not those of others.
I feel so free just sharing this with someone...thanx for being that someone LHCF.
Just because I know how ya'll love pictures here are some from our trip...by chance the ones taken at the very metro stop I feel in love with natural hair....you can even see in one I'm playing with my NG, lol
Everywhere I turned there was another head of locks, twist outs, or fros. At first I didn't think anything of it until while waiting for the metro I saw this ladies natural hair that I thought was so cute. I told my husband I liked her hair and that this is how I too wanted to wear my hair when I go natural (which I planned on doing sometime in my 30's). He just looked and went "hum'. Ya know that look I'm talking about when you know he really isn't feeling something. I was kinda annoyed by his comment and lack of support with the idea of transitioning, but thought to myself 'oh well, I will fight this battle when the time comes'.We'll right after I saw the first lady at Union Station we got on our metro and I saw the most beautiful head of natural 4a/b I've ever seen in my life!
I couldn't stop starring at her...I knew right then. My someday is today!!!! I was upper excited inside at the sheer thought of committing to going natural my stomach had butterflies (please don't laugh). When we got back to our hotel I pulled out my laptop and it was as if the stars where all lining up because every other thread was about transitioning or natural hair! When we arrived back to Houston I began to get cold feet, and was talking myself out of it. I was like "you cant be serious" & "your almost APL why start over"? Then when I arrived back to work a was talking to one of my white coworkers about black hair care (I don't know how we got on the subject at all). I was explaining to her how relaxers work and the rational behind them and how they are permanent. I even showed her my NG just so she could get the jest of the matter because she was asking from a genuine interest and not one of wanting to be all up in my business. In that moment I confessed to her my desire to transition and I sincerely committed to it. :superbanana:
The only other people to know about my transition are those who read this. I don't feel like I have anyone else to support me in this matter. For years I've spoken to stylist friends/family about 'one day I want to go natural' but no one takes it seriously and/or finds it impossible.
I love my NG!!! I love how soft it is, it's nice sheen, and wavy/coily texture. Why do I permanently change something that I love so much? Why do I force my hair into styles (braid-outs, rod sets) that it will practically do naturally?
I don't plan to revile my transition to anyone now because I don't want to become discouraged. If I change my mind about being natural it will be on my terms and not those of others.
I feel so free just sharing this with someone...thanx for being that someone LHCF.
Just because I know how ya'll love pictures here are some from our trip...by chance the ones taken at the very metro stop I feel in love with natural hair....you can even see in one I'm playing with my NG, lol
LHCF will be with you every step of the way. It was definitely great during my transition to know that I could come here for help, advice, inspiration, etc. 
Congratulations on your decision, I’m so excited for you 
. Wishing you a successful and fun transition. Thank you for the beautiful pictures.
