Mwedzi, thanks for sharing this. I echo the sentiments of an earlier poster - your pictures need to be shared and made accessible for so many.
Our little girls CAN have beautiful, kinky hair and long luxurious hair and everything in between. Mothers need to be educated and so do our beautiful daughters...
My daughter's hair elicits similar responses. For years I hadn't straightened her hair, and when I did, it was mbl, teetering on waist length - (it's now waist length). When we are out, she gets so many hands in her hair, and compliments, it's unreal.
And for anyone struggling with their natural hair, hang in there, you'll reach your goals, too.
Thanks again, Mwedzi.