This week was filled with exams and very eventful to say the least, but I am back! I apologize for the absent post I have been doing a lot of revamping, studying for exams and evaluating what I want for this blog and my life.
I wanted to touch on this briefly the Michael Brown case, and so many men that have lost their lives this way. First let me say how deeply sadden I am to see another black man being taken away from the world in this matter. I can only imagine what hurt the parents must feel.
I had to look at this is so many angles, sit back think, analyze and this is what I came up with. Some of you may agree or may not agree. Growing up I knew very quickly I was different, that my hair was kinky, that I was dark skin. I really was and has always been in love with who I am, However society not so much, see somewhere along the lines we forgot to educate our people, not the books they gives but education on who we are, what we stand for and the importance of unity.
When I first sat down to watch this, I was very intrigued with who came up with this list. I assume the creator of this video. This video, and some may disagree is very inspiring, eyebrow raising and yes will raise alot of debate. I believe as we embrace the weaves, clips, and wigs of other races in which he happily adorn on our crowns, we should feel free to have natural hair and embrace it. I for one never say you have to "go natural" or have natural hair. I do not believe this method will work. I have always said whether you decided to have relax hair, natural hair, short or long hair or be bald it is a choice. It is a choice because there is an industry built on women altering who we physically can be and present ourselves to the world. I doubt this will ever change, but we can surely first learn to embrace our inner understanding of our whole being and maybe that will reflect the decisions and how we treat ourselves on the outside.
I have posted the video below, share your opinions and thoughts. Let me know how you feel, think and do you disagree with this video.
Maybe your list is different, let me know in the comments below?
When I came across an email that said: Have you ever posted pictures of red headed naturals?
I immediately thought what a great idea. I later found out the author of that question was the
beautiful Giovanni Clark. I knew I had to feature her amazing hair. Her natural red locks are
beautiful and yes! her hair is naturally red.
Can you give us some insight into your hair regimen?
Giovanni Clark:
Oh, where should I begin! I wash and deep condition my hair every Sunday then I blow
dry and wear it out. I usually have to re-condition my hair because my straight ends like
to do their own thing and the LA weather is very harsh. I sleep with a satin scarf to avoid split ends. I've never had ANY chemicals or treatment put in my hair. 100% NATURAL HAIR!
What was it like growing up as a red head?
Giovanni Clark:
Growing up as a red head in a predominantly black community was very hard. I always stood out and was occasionally picked on and called names. I actually hated my hair color for most of my childhood.
When did you start loving you hair
Giovanni Clark:
I didn’t realize how special and beautiful my color was until I had gotten a little bit older.
Where you born with red hair? Are you the only red head in your family?
Over the weekend I took some much need time to be with family and friends and head over to When Brothers speak here in Toronto. Man, I used to love SPOKEN WORD AND STILL DO...
Truth is you get so wrapped up in life you forget to embrace, and make time for the things you love. I decided a while ago I was going to live. I mean live like I never knew the full meaning of life. Like I needed to build my self from scratch.
You get what I mean...
So like I said I headed over to When Brothers Speak and it was amazing, the show was off the chain. I will post a video of the show at a later date. I did want to say though shows like these make you feel empowered, makes me want to grab a pen and pad an exploded all over the page. I love to write and for people like me, it's my soliloquy.
Below are a few Spoken word moments I have loved over the years.
This has to be one my favourite songs right now, I can listen to this song over and over
and over. I cannot express any more how much I love this song. Kelly sings it flawlessly
and looks stunning in the video
Kelly Rowland to me is often not notice and I can honestly say she is very talent and beautiful.
I am extremely happy that she is finally getting the recognition she deserves.
She scorches in ICE, the video, her look was HOT. I think the song is by far one of her
best songs to date. Choreograph by Frank Gatson she nails ever dance move, and is surrounded
by some amazing chocolate, chiselled male models.
I LOVE THESE LADIES, THEY ARE ABSOLUTELY STUNNING AND THEY SHARE SOME
GREAT TIPS ON HELPING ANYONE WITH THEIR JOURNEY. IF YOU ARE STRUGGLE
WITH YOUR HAIR CARE JOIN, THIS SHOULD BE HELPFUL. LOVE YOUR HAIR LADIES,
BE YOURSELF
Good morning All...I am so in love with these poets they are such a good way to start your day!
I have been touch by these poets they are just thought provoking, moving in so many ways!
Check them out!
Dejavunaturals ***Stans***
For anyone close to me, they will tell you as a child I absolutely adored Will Smith.
I believed I was his number one fan, and a had huge crush on him. In my eyes he could
so no wrong, so I guess part of me is still going back to that place where I adored
him because am so excited to watch this movie. The trailer actually doesn't look that
good but it's Will Smith so I'll be watching. Enjoy xoxo
What do you think? Yay or Hell no! lol
Dejavunaturals
I have been such a browsing mood lately, going everywhere I can find on the net about hair, fashion, news, fun videos. I always seem to find the most amazing things minding my business. I love watching my hair grow but I am so excited to see if I can really pull off some these styles, I found these over at Essence and have shared some of my favourite styles..Enjoy style inspirations
These are some of my favourite looks from the event
I really wanted to share my journey with you all and have been making
a conscious decision to update my blog, share quality information
and really just doing all the things I wanted to do with my blog and journey.
Thank you all so much for your inspiration, questions, emails, comments
and sticking with me. Yay I made it through a year...let's go year two 2012
If you would like to share your journey, or interview please email ilovedejavu@gmail.com
or leave a comment.
Solange has been in the studio working hard on her third studio album which will feature production by Pharrel Williams and a dance new wave sound. Her new track "FAVORS" was release via twitter...Enjoy
Girls like you is the fourth single off his debut album "All I want is you" ...definitely one of my favourites off the album
I made a video of how frustrated I was with my hair, I have overcome that this video was made
two weeks ago. After watching this video I am so inspired by it, I still do believe it is you choice
to do as you please with your hair but it was inspiring to know I can wear my natural hair and its
okay. I can love my natural hair and it's okay. I can just be free.
There are no words to describe my love for Spoken Word, poetry, anything creative. It is pure love.
Cinnamon skinned
Belizean blend
Lord please send me an angel
cause
Mommy works 16 hours days and I only know one way to make fry jack
I gotta feed my younger sister and brother and be strong for my mother
cause
My older sister moved out young.
Please tell her I love her and I miss her
Oh, and can you ask her why she left.
I almost got arrested for petty theft but the officers let me go.
They said I was too young and too pretty to go to jail.
Lord, what does pretty mean?
I mean, I hear boys say it to girls all of the time at school, but they never say those words to me.
They never say those words to me.
Well, he did one time, after he touched me.
He smelled funny and he was old.
It made me cry so I told.
I told.
Lord where is daddy and why did daddy leave?
How come now everyone tells me im pretty except for he and he looks like me?
How come he didn't come save me when my co worker drugged me and stole kisses
Where was my daddy when I threw the punches and made misses.
The thief called me pretty too.
It made me cry so i told.
I told...
and they didnt believe me.
Lord, I dont want to be pretty anymore. It hurts too much.
I didnt know pretty meant an invite to take what you want and touch
And such.
Existing in a world where im afraid of what men are capable.
Incapable of...
Trusting.
Wanting one, but fearing them all
Resting on broken pavement from the last time i got knocked down
Not wanting to get up
Saving myself from another fall
or am i?
Adams broken rib
Whose broken heart was given a bus token by Life
and told to get the fcuk on.
Pretty in pain
Collectively insane
Looking at my scar's left behind stains
Crying cause pretty was an accomplice to the murder of the little girl I used to be
Now look at me
The adult me walking blind
The little girl inside i cant find.
A mess in red patent leather pumps and a black dress
Suffering from a heart condition because of the stress
Loving myself more, to death
and everyone else less
The walking dead in a bullet proof vest
My own worst enemy.
Please, Help me.
My pretty is trying to kill me.
Last year I had the pleasure of interview Aevin Dugas I fell in love with her hair after starting my blog and ask for an interview I was so excited to see that she is now hold officially the world record for the biggest fro. How cool is that! Natural Hair rules!
For more on her regimen and interview with me CLICK HERE
I cant believe I slept in but I will most likely be posting all day, I have so much to share. I spent this weekend working on a few details for our May 26 event and I am officially calling it Beautifully Naturally You. It will not only celebrate natural hair but body and mind. I will be posting the flyers this week for you all.
I usually post pics of other beautiful women but since I am getting a little bit more personal I have decided to share these. I hope you all love. I sat on my bed for an hour debating whether to post this. I dont know what am afraid of, I mean I think these snap are beautiful. Here they are ....
This is my hair now and am loving it, it's bantu knots I had in and just removed.
This was a weave I did, it was so cute!!
I had this is about a month ago invisible side path
This was my hair a week ago, am really loving this look.
This picture is when I first cut my hair, isnt that crazy this was last August. I am so amazed at how fast my hair as grown. I cant wait to take pics this August.
My love for twist
I use to love braids and then I just stop. Honestly I love doing syles but braids is a once every two year affair.
These pics are all hairstyles I have done and I have so much more to share but for now these are great ideas if your looking for something to do. I am available to do your hair, keep in mind I live in Toronto, Canada. Just send me an email, it's one of my passions.
