Discouraged 4a/4bs... this thread's for you!!!

[SweetNic_JA]

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BLOUSE AN' SKIRT!!!

Lots of THICK growth .

 

[debyjay]

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AJD, That is altogether awesome!!! Congrats!!!

 

[ms_kenesha]

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I wish I could braid my own hair, I'm not readdy to give anyone upwards of $100.

 

[dreemssold]

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Congrats!! I needed to see that today, because I am sick, sick, sick of my hair right now! Thanks

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[AJamericanDiva]

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pink_flower said:
DAMN..I wasnt expecting that second pic! That is some inspiration!

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Gotcha! Didn't I? That was my intent... to surprise and encourage!!!

Shoot! I was surprised myself and had to take a pic and post. Couldn't wait to post. Did you see what time this thread was started?

 

[AJamericanDiva]

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sithembile said:
Thats very inspirational, your hair is long and healthy, I'm going to start being serious with my hair journey. Since I've joined the forum a year ago, I've been focusing on products and the health of my hair, but now that I have a solid foundation, I'm going for length.

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I'm glad I've succeeded with the intent of my thread. I used to fool around with so much products once I started this haircare thing, junkie that I am, but have learned that I need to just stick with what I know is already working. If it ain't broke, don't fix it!!! Trust me! I learned the hard way with that Nutrine Garlic Shampoo horror episode. I had absolutely NO SHEDDING whatsoever until I used it. I thought I was being "brilliant" to use the shampoo to prevent any shedding that may occur. WHAT A MISTAKE!!! No more new fangled stuff for me... stick with what I know!

Good luck to you too!!!

 

[Eclipse]

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Hey AJD! That is some serious growth.

I am so happy for you! It looks like you may already be at bra-strap. Hurry up and post some more pics.

You have me on pins & needles over here!!

 

[CharUK]

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THat is AMAZING!! Well done!

x

 

[AJamericanDiva]

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ElecEngnr said:
Wow, great progress pics!! You'll be at brastrap in no time

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Thanks for the boost!!!

 

[ScorpioLuv70]

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Yeah, that second pic is just...WOW!! Congrats and continued success on your hair journey!

 

[AJamericanDiva]

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lovelymissyoli said:
You better GROW girl! I would resort back to braids because they give me the best growth except I want to try to grow my hair on my own. I'm not getting the best results though as I did with braids. If all else fails I'm going back to braids.

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Girl, you gotta do what works for you.

You don't have to live in the braids. I only had braids 4 times between March 2003 and present. I barely could make it to 6 weeks before taking them out. I've only decided to do my braid-a-thon as I was too heartbroken over seeing my hair fall out due to the postpartum shedding. I wonder what length I'll have next year this time...

My braid-a-thon started in July, with these braids that I am in the process of removing....

 

[QVEE]

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Thank you for the thread. Gurl that is some excellent progress. I was

at the second picture. absolutly marvelous darling.

 

[AJamericanDiva]

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ccd said:
WHOA!!!!That is wonderful!!!!!!! Congrats on yout hair, length and health! it looks really strong!!!!

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Thanks, CCD. If I stretch out my hair and find out that I'm really close to my goal, I'll be doing your avatar's lil' dance... probably won't have that hair swinging as I'm 4 months post relaxer though

 

[AJamericanDiva]

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LuvLiLocks said:
Way to go JDiva, your hair looks great, and you are really an inspiration.

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Thanks, LuvLiLocks... I need all the support I can get!!!

 

[SweetNic_JA]

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AJD,

I know you wear protective styles because you were in a bun when I saw your hair. What I don't know is your regime. How do you get through the months? What conditioners, butters, wash frequency, vitamins, etc. I'm also curious about the relaxer you use and its strength. Do you use mild? If so, does it require you leave it on for a longer time than the regular?


Thanks in advance

 

[AJamericanDiva]

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cowgirl said:
WoW. AJD, I'm in awe.

Thank you so much for your story. I was definetly one of those in despair this week. Thanks for lifting my spirits and keeping me on track.

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Hey, Cowgirl!!! I remembered that you have a ranch in Texas... what are you doing in Rio? Whose minding the cattle? Or did you have any? Do I have to whip you in line like a cattlehand?

"Back in line, YAH!!! Back in line now, I say!! Yah!!!" You can do it. Just stay focused on having the healthiest hair possible. Employ safe haircare practices and you'll be surprised with the payoff. Like I said, it won't happen overnight, but because your hair is growing anyway, no matter what you do, it will happen. It's all a matter of preserving whatcha getting!!!

 

[AJamericanDiva]

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zoya_j said:

wow!! you grow girl

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Thanks, Zoya J!!! I'm growing as fast as I can.

 

[AJamericanDiva]

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jainygirl said:
Diva, your hair is in excellent shape and your length is awesome

You're right, you will be ahead of schedule for reaching your goal

Congrats --

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Thanks, Jainygirl!!! You know, I've always admired your sass. I've been trying to remember some quick retorts to have in my archive when I get that, "That B is wearing a f'ed up weave!" remarks!!! <Take out comb, split hair in two, braid two pigtails with scalp obliviously showing and tuck ends under>... yeah, that's the ticket.

 

[Michelle79]

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Wow your hair is so long! Thanks for the pics!

 

[AFashionSlave]

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Beautiful Hair!!!
You have made a lot of progress.

 

[AJamericanDiva]

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TBird said:
AJ you are an inspiration. I have a question though. I'm only about 6 weeks post relaxer and I can barely get my comb through this stuff. How are you doing it at 4 months? To me this is a miracle.

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Girl, I posted about this in another thread, but that Better Braids UnBraid spray is a real keeper!!! It makes the new growth so soft that I was able to get the comb through it 4 months post relaxer without tearing out my hair. Here's a pic

I usually only combed out the new growth with a shower comb with a ton of conditioner on it... either Pantene Relaxed and Naturals, Keracare Humecto or Miss Key 10 en 1 Super Conditioner. However, I find that this UnBraid spray has my hair feeling like silken cords and the new growth ultra soft.

TBird, I'm happy to have inspired you!!!

 

[AJamericanDiva]

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ubavka123 said:
Wow, how inspiring!!! Thanks for reminding us that it really does not happen overnight, but that it DOES happen!

Me and my hair (baggage and all) are inspired!

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That's right, ubavka123! It DOES happen. A lot of people said that they've been doing it for a couple of months and don't see any difference. You won't notice major growth straight away, thus they're discouraged! What I suggest people do, or at least it's what I do, take a pic after every relaxer... you can document what's happening with your hair. You'd be surprised when you start comparing your backshot pics from the first relaxer when you started to you current state. Pics don't lie! Good luck on your journey!!!

 

[foxybronx]

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WHOA Diva where all that hair come from? It is LOOONNG! Somehow you found out a way to steal my new growth and put it on your head, I’m just kidding

Girl you are doing the damn thing! I can’t wait until you post the pics from the back. I am sure you are brastrap if not very close to it

 

[AJamericanDiva]

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Pepperanne2 said:
CONGRATULATIONS! It looks great, strong and healthy!!!

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Thanks, Pepperanne2!!! How much longer 'til you have that "baby"?

 

[sengschick]

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Congrats AJD!!!!

That's incredible progress! Thanks for being an inspiration!!!!

 

[AJamericanDiva]

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CaramelHonee said:
hey Diva

That is excellent progress. Keep up the good work!

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Thanks, Caramelhonee... I've always admired the thickness and shine in your hair. Let's hope I have some decent thickness with all of this shedding going on. Who wants thin, long hair? Not me!!! Pray I suffer no setbacks!

 

[AJamericanDiva]

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Raquel said:
Thanks I needed that this morning

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Ain't it funny how God gives us just what we need, exactly when we need it?

Be encouraged, my Sister!!!

 

[AJamericanDiva]

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ChoclatePrincess said:
Dang Diva you got me ready to put my braids back in. Your hair is starting to look like someone we both know!

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Hey, Choc...ever so often I have to peep her pic so I can stay focused!!! You know we can do this, Hairbuddy o' mine!

 

[AJamericanDiva]

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Pittipat said:
*wiping away a tear* Congrats girl! Yes!! I'll keep hope alive!!

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Thanks, Girl! <font color="red">Keep hope alive!!! Keep hope alive!!! Keep hope alive!!!</font>

 

[AJamericanDiva]

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Leslie_C said:
GROW ON GIRL!

definitely an inspriration. Im also someone who wasnt starting out with a healthy full head of hair, a year ago I had to cut my hair down to practically nothing, and Ive gotten it to a little past shoulder length. Now with your inspiration, I feel like in another year Ill be proudly sporting your length.

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You reckon hair on average grows 6" a year, so you'll be right 'round the corner from your goal... I'm glad you're off to a healthy start. With healthy hair, comes length!