Below, share what amazing and wonderful things happened to you this week… major or minor, give thanks!
Tomorrow, at 5pm EST, I’ll randomly choose 3 curlies to receive a bottle of Qhemet Biologics Castor and Moringa Softening Serum! Still one of my favorite oils, this will leave your hair very soft, protected and sealed!
Good luck!
I got to spend time with my amazing boyfriend, and really appreciate him for the wonderful MAN that he is:)
I might have to try this out…….
Today, my 5-year-old daughter called her afro pretty. This may not seem big, but I am currently transitioning because she would cry because she wanted "pretty straight hair" like my relaxed hair–not her "ugly big hair". Since I now want hair like hers, she brags and calls hair "curly and fierce" lol
I had a BOMB.COM conversation regarding my next Fierce.Fly.Fabulous event (going down July 2012). VERY excited about 2012 and everything that's in store! I also lived to see another weekend, which is above all the best gift ever. *got my drank & my two-step*
I am so grateful to be celebrating my friends son' baptism! I am so glad to be spending time with their friends and family! 🙂
I am so grateful to be celebrating my friends son' baptism! I am so glad to be spending time with their friends and family! 🙂
I'm thankful that I got a 'B' on one of the hardest tests in my second semester of nursing school.
God gives me a lot to be thankful for- my friends, family, health, and life. 🙂
My first job review as a teacher went perfect (so not only do I have a job I love for the first time in my life but I am actually good at it)!
Woke up early every day.
Left for work on time every day. (A miracle in itself.)
Missed traffic 4 out of 5 days.
Got Starbizz this morning. (Salted Caramel Frapp)
I passed my licensure test.
And this week I surpassed my goal of 70 hours of volunteer work for this month.
This week went from a Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad (complete with a menstrual related embarrassment I won't bother to detail) to a Wonderful, Fantastical, All Good, Very Great week!
I got a raise!!!
I pitched a screenplay in class and got not one single negative note. Also, I got to sit next to a kind-of-a-big deal director at dinner on Tuesday. My life = awesome right now.
I'm blessed to have a wonderful husband! This week he told me how much he appreciates me, and how I add value to our family. I have struggled over the years about being a stay at home mommy with a college degree (which I have yet to use). I truly am blessed to stay home, and I thank God for it. However, sometimes I wish I can see His plans for my future. In the meantime, I will rejoice and be gratful for my amazing husband and children!
I'm blessed to have a wonderful husband! This week he told me how much he appreciates me, and how I add value to our family. I have struggled over the years about being a stay at home mommy with a college degree (which I have yet to use). I truly am blessed to stay home, and I thank God for it. However, sometimes I wish I can see His plans for my future. In the meantime, I will rejoice and be gratful for my amazing husband and children!
TEM
I had open house at school this week and when I got back home, my 5 y.o. jumped up and said MOMMY YOU'RE HOME!!! Like I'd been gone all week. My child makes me feel like the best mom in the world.
I was given the opportunity to offer hands on support for a new curly sister this week! It was great because now as I reflect on my own natural hair journey. I have come realize I need to really thank GOD for all the trails , tribulations, & triumphs that I have endured with own my hair. Yes, it will always be a work in progress. So what, it's beautiful and a gift from him as it is right now today, tomorrow, & moving forward.
I got an extension on my light bill, and I am grateful for it!!
I am here..alive!! The weekend is upon us. I also got good news from a dear friend. Oh and I finally made my Whipped Shea/Cocoa Butter Mix. I'm very thankful!
The most interesting/amazing thing happened this week…I finally got a chance to talk to my hubby after 3 weeks!! He's overseas, serving our country. Im proud of him but would love to talk to him more often! My bestfriend!
I'm in Cosmetology school and they are having their annual Salon fair, it is a competition where you as the stylist get your model glammed up according to the category. I really had no thoughts of it and I'm almost to graduation, but my educator, as a matter a fact the campus manager and one of the educators asked if I would be in it because they never in the history of the school had a "Natural Hair" model.
How cool is that? I felt honored that they would even want to include Natural Hair let I got work to do! :-)alone me!
I have accepted the challenge! I'm So Excited.. and, did I mention it's WEDNESDAY!
Started making amends with everyone who I have ever done anything wrong to…My birthday is coming up and I don't like starting my new year off with bad vibes….
Jay
@ThatDivaJ
I finally stepped on the scale after two weeks of not wanting to be disappointed and I lost 9.9 lbs in 9 weeks. Happy happy joy joy!
I had lunch with a friend and that really made me smile.
I had an "Aha" moment while watching Oprah's Lifeclass series. I am inspired
to find my life's purpose and who I am meant to be.
Tina
I woke up this morning and it was FRIDAY!!! Happy Friday everyone! Be thankful you woke up to see another day! I am!!
I turned 30 this week!!!
~Ambyr
I turned 30 this week!
~Ambyr
I'm currently transitioning. I am at 8.5 months post and for 8.5 months I have been the ridiculed and/or interrogated about my decision to go natural by my family. Even though it hurt not having their support, I stood my ground each time. This week, I received a phone call that lit up my heart. After over 30 years of relaxing, my auntie has decided to go natural. When my little 14 year old sister heard, she proclaimed her journey too. I showed them your site & several of my favorite youtubers. I got some hair buddies/family in this thang now! Ooo yeahhh!
Inspiration, encouragement, and all the forms it comes in. Music, friends, family, strangers, sermons and the list goes on… I am so thankful for that.
I finally learned to properly twist my hair. It feels so good. They've been in my hair for three days now and I'm so happy.
I am thankful to God for his salvation, for my wonderful hubby of 6 months and my loving family and friends. I also just found out today that I won an award at work for outstanding achievment. Thank God for all his blessings!!!!
~Toyia F.
The major thing and what I'm most thankful for is reaffirming my relationship with God. It really brought me through this week, and I'm thankful that when there's no one there, God is. That simple thought brought peace on some really trying days and moments.
My big sister, who never dresses up, got all dolled up this past Sunday to attend a wedding…I had a mommy moment and got a little teary eyed…she looked so beautiful!!
I did a speech on the benefits of natural hair in Toastmaster and I won for best speaker!!! I also referenced curlynikki.com as a great resource for information. I love your site!
Today someone thanked me for blogging and said that my posts inspired them!
I had my 1st Bridal shower on Sunday! My mom surprised me with a Princess and The Frog theme, so cute! I can't wait for my 2nd bridal shower and lingerie shower!
Feels good to read of so many good things happening, don't it?!? 🙂
Stephanie D.
I inspired someone to go natural!
I learned to flattwist.
One great thing that happened to me this week is that I stayed within my preset budget AND I ended this week with more money in my bank account than I orignally planned for! Yay for budgets! LOL!!
I received great news that my son is recovering well from his broken arm. He has new bone growth and will have is cast taken off in 3 weeks. Thank God he's healing well.
Brandy
smithbrandy73@yahoo.com
It felt so amazing to receive more readers on my blog as I am an inspiring writer and there was a time that I wasn't sure if I could do it but you don't know anything until you try.
As for blessings I feel blessed to wake up everyday, have clothing on my back and food in my stomach. Being blessed with great friends and family. This is amazing to me and something I cherish daily as we can sometimes forget how blessed we are.
I've been unemployed for 10 months and I still have a roof over my head, food to eat, and clothes on my back thanks to the kindness of my friends and family, so I'm thankful for that.
Kiki
I started my new job at the National Science Foundation!! annnnd… I did extremely well on my presentation for grad school that I had been stressing about for over a week!
I stuck to my diet/exercise plan this week!finally!
This week I start my journey on completing my bachelors degree! It's been an on/off relationship but I'm there to stay this time! In addition to that, my daughter got her first two acceptance letters!!!
Maliya
In the situation that I am, I know God is helping and guiding me… He give me an opportunity to grow in my faith.
This week I passed the South Carolina bar exam! I am feeling so super official right now as an attorney! I also rocked my big curly fro for the first time EVER (I know, I know, it only took me 2 years to build up the confidence). I am so proud of myself. First the bar exam, next the world!!
most amazing thing…i got damned by the damn salon while their here for a taste of dc 🙂 yaayee!! amazing experience!! i love my city twist
I'm thankful for lif,e health and strength … this week someone didnt make it. But bc of God, I'm still here!
I'm blessed because in the situation I'm now, I know God is helping and guiding me… He is giving me an opportunity to grow in my faith.
I give thanks to a check that came in the mail today from school. I quit my job and moved out of state with my husband and kids and i pay out of state tuition(he pays in state since he had a KY license since he was in the military) so things have been so tight for us since neither one of us work. I havent complained but I have been making it work. God is always on time.
I woke up!
I moved out! Left a man that asked me to marry him, but didn't respect me, treat me well or really love me the way I deserve to be loved. Took a long time to come to this decision, but I did it. Now I hope I don't have to be along forever. V.
Elaine D. -Had an unplanned movie night with my husband after having a date in with breakfast for dinner!
My Son got the job he wanted, so I'm very happy for him! Thanks!
I woke up everyday with breath in my lungs and 2 legs to walk on, I have a job (even though I don't love it), food on my table, gas in my car and a positive balance in my bank account. That is positive enough for me.
I'm happy that my Son got the job that he wanted. Thanks!
Yesterday when I was walking to my car from class, I found a crumpled up 20 dollar bill laying on the ground. That kicked off a great afternoon!!!
I'm in Cosmetology school and they are having their annual Salon fair, it is a competition where you as the stylist get your model glammed up according to the category. I really had no thoughts of it and I'm almost to graduation, but my educator, as a matter a fact the campus manager and one of the educators asked if I would be in it because they never in the history of the school had a "Natural Hair" model.
How cool is that? I felt honored that they would even want to include Natural Hair let I got work to do! :-)alone me!
I have accepted the challenge! I'm So Excited.. and, did I mention it's WEDNESDAY!
Even though this week I've been sick with what seems to be an stomach virus, I am still thankful for life and my family, wouldn't know what to do without them.
I'm in Cosmetology school and they are having their annual Salon fair, it is a competition where you as the stylist get your model glammed up according to the category. I really had no thoughts of it and I'm almost to graduation, but my educator, as a matter a fact the campus manager and one of the educators asked if I would be in it because they never in the history of the school had a "Natural Hair" model.
How cool is that? I felt honored that they would even want to include Natural Hair let I got work to do! :-)alone me!
I have accepted the challenge! I'm So Excited.. and, did I mention it's WEDNESDAY!
I am a teacher at a high school. The best things about this week: I didn't write one referral and all of my kids were wearing their "working shoes" because all of the assignments I asked for got turned in. That's a beautiful thing!
I'm in Cosmetology school and they are having their annual Salon fair, it is a competition where you as the stylist get your model glammed up according to the category. I really had no thoughts of it and I'm almost to graduation, but my educator, as a matter a fact the campus manager and one of the educators asked if I would be in it because they never in the history of the school had a "Natural Hair" model.
How cool is that? I felt honored that they would even want to include Natural Hair let alone me!
I have accepted the challenge! I'm So Excited.. and, did I mention it's WEDNESDAY!
I got work to do! 🙂
I'm in Cosmetology school and they are having their annual Salon fair, it is a competition where you as the stylist get your model glammed up according to the category. I really had no thoughts of it and I'm almost to graduation, but my educator, as a matter a fact the campus manager and one of the educators asked if I would be in it because they never in the history of the school had a "Natural Hair" model.
How cool is that? I felt honored that they would even want to include Natural Hair let alone me!
I have accepted the challenge! I'm So Excited.. and, did I mention it's WEDNESDAY!
I got work to do! 🙂
28, married 7 years to a wonderful man, 3 beautiful girls, and I thank Jesus for it all.
28, married 7 years to a wonderful man, 3 beautiful girls, and I thank Jesus for it all.
My hubby (after being laid off for 2+ years and only working seasonal/temp jobs) got a job offer this week!! And, while he doesnt start until next week, he thinks he might like the job…this is even more amazing than him getting the job!!!! (Natasha B.)
(I didn't see my post so re-posting) Nothing Major really happened, but I do have a funny story to share. This week my 5 year old brother watched a program with kids going off to college. He listened then started to ask me and my mom a bunch of questions about college. After that he left and went to his room. When my mom checked on him 5 minutes later, she found him crying. She thought he might have harmed himself. So we were asking him all sorts of questions, "did you fall? are you hurting?" (that type of stuff). Then he cries even louder and we couldn't calm him down. So I said, "Jaiden use your words, we don't know what's wrong". To which he cries, "I DON'T WANT TO GO TO COLLEGE." Me and my mom just stared at him and then at each other and started laughing. "why don't you want to go to college?" I asked. "I don't want to leave my family, don't you want me?" he asks. "Yes Jaiden we want you a lot; but you'll be older and bigger, you'll be 18, you will be able to take care of yourself, you will be happy to leave home by that age," I replied. This I found was the wrong thing to say because he started crying even more than before. He only calmed down when my mom told him he didn't have to stay at college, he could go to college and she would pick him up from college they way she picks him up from school now and she would pack his lunch. This made him very happy. My only regret was that I didn't get it on video.
Nothing Major really happened, but I do have a funny story to share. This week my 5 year old brother watched a program with kids going off to college. He listened then started to ask me and my mom a bunch of questions about college. After that he left and went to his room. When my mom checked on him 5 minutes later, she found him crying. She thought he might have harmed himself. So we were asking him all sorts of questions, "did you fall? are you hurting?" (that type of stuff). Then he cries even louder and we couldn't calm him down. So I said, "Jaiden use your words, we don't know what's wrong". To which he cries, "I DON'T WANT TO GO TO COLLEGE." Me and my mom just stared at him and then at each other and started laughing. "why don't you want to go to college?" I asked. "I don't want to leave my family, don't you want me?" he asks. "Yes Jaiden we want you a lot; but you'll be older and bigger, you'll be 18, you will be able to take care of yourself, you will be happy to leave home by that age," I replied. This I found was the wrong thing to say because he started crying even more than before. He only calmed down when my mom told him he didn't have to stay at college, he could go to college and she would pick him up from college they way she picks him up from school now and she would pack his lunch. This made him very happy. My only regret was that I didn't get it on video.
This week my sister told me she is finally ready to big chop after transitioning for a year with braids. She asked me to do the honor and she is coming over tonight!! I'm so excited for her. I big chopped December 2010 and I did my mothers big chop this summer, my daughter has always been natural. So she is the last one in the family to completely cross back over to the curly side.
A friend treated me to see Lalah Hathaway this week. Lalah, good girlfriends and wine were all a blessing.
Lori-Anne
I'm grateful this week for my aunt being halfway through her chemotherapy. She'll be completely done in December. I'm thankful for her breast cancer being diagnosed early and I know she'll be fine. Also thankful for the family being so supportive and always taking care of each other. God is good!
This week my husband got a job offer!!
I have stayed on track this week! I have been more self-aware and conscious of the things I say, praying every morning, and my diet and exercise regimen. I feel much more in control. I am proud of me
Woke up this morning, children are doing well, school is going great! I have lots to be thankful for!
Instead of my daughter taking her 3 yr old (my granddaughter) to a sitter tomorrow, I will be sitting this entire weekend!!!!!!!!!!!! They live in a different city and I don't get to see them nearly as often as I like. And it's a special treat to have the grandma/grandchild time!!!
A major thing that happened to me this week is that I got a new referral source for my private practice!
Joy
My new job is to coordinate a summer program and a reunion for past participants. In order to have participants register, I have to create a database and from that, build a website. Well, yesterday, I successfully created the registration site with payment and confirmation emails! I felt empowered and proud of myself!
Wow… so many great things happened this week! I'll just share a couple so as not to bore you. Lol 😉
In class last night I was sitting next to a girl who kept staring at me. She finally said she loved my hair (aww) and that I remind her of Alex from The Good Hair Blog. Lol Alex and I are friends so I called her to share. The girl in class was so nice and is currently transitioning.
Another great thing is that I'm REALLY enjoying life, meeting people, and have realized how blessed I am each and every day! 🙂 Whether outside circumstances are good or bad, I always feel GOOD inside and that is a beautiful thing.
Enjoy your Friday and have a great weekend, everyone!
I hit the 49-pounds-lost-since-January mark! (Who says you only celebrate the numbers ending in zero?) I posted a before and after picture on Facebook and got lots of well-wishes. Great encouragement to continue taking my health and fitness seriously!
Wow! All of these comments are an awesome start to my day!!! Today I'm thankful for another day 6 feet above ground rather than 6 feet below. The most amazing thing this week is that I closed out another profitable month in my business, I can't wait to see what other blessings are in store!!!
I did my first deep condition on myself and daughter. Our hair feels AMAZING.
Yesterday my niece announced that she had decided to go natural. I'm more than excited to help her experiment.
~Ayanna Kafi
I am just blessed to be alive and doing well.
Im thankful he allowed me to wake up, I'm thankful I have a job to take care of my family and I thankful that my daughter found a job after 1 year looking.
MizzNiecy
My baby boy (almost 3) rubbed my back and said "are you ok mama", just out the blue for no reason. It was sooooo sweet and his concern seemed so genuine.
This week so many wonderful things happened. I was able to wake up and go teach the youth of America. My students were kind and we are learning manners and they actually use them this year. God blessed me to be able discern a situation that I had been praying about to Him. I asked for clarity about a relationship and you know how we always want a "sign" and He gave me a clear one.
I don't live close to my family and that can get lonely.. I got a call from my 9 year old cousin to ask me if I was coming home for his birthday.. It broke my heart that I couldn't come home at that time but it also filled that void of me feeling lonely a lot.. I'm thankful that he thought enough to call his big cousin and he wanted me to be there with him on his special day
I am thankful for the ability to walk. I have been losing my ability to walk for the last four months and I am thankful for each step I can take.
I'm thankful that I can continue to go to the gym and work out 4-5 days a week. I have MS and every day that I can get up and move around is a great day.
I'm thanking God for being able to support the Warfighter mission by working in Kuwait while all the time living my authentic life. Thank you God for allowing me to live my life according to Your standards and no one else's.
My house got broken into 2 days ago and my laptop, wallet and purse were stolen. I came home after sleeping over at my aunty's house to find my valuables gone. I'm a writer in the beginning stages of a freelance career so losing my laptop was devastating. I called the police. After they left, I didn't cry or anything, I went inside looked in the mirror and said: I am unbreakable, I am the head and not the tail, this is a setup, not a setback, I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me..then I cleaned my house, took a shower and kept it moving. This incident showed how much I've grown up over the past year. At 24 years old, I'm a women on a mission – to make my dream of being an author and full time writer a reality. Nobody and nothing can stop me – you can steal my laptop and my money, but you cannot steal my talent or my joy. Thank God for that!!!!
I am blessed to be able to serve my country rigth next to my husband in Afghanistan. It is rare that couples, especially in seperate branches get deployed together. Having him here with me gives life to a place full of sorrow and death…. I thank God for this:)
Feeling blessed to have a husband and children.
I started my MCAT classes…one step closer to getting to medical school 🙂
I got free tickets to see "So You Think You Can Dance" top ten preform this Friday . I am so grateful, God see's me and knows my desires.
Have a great weekend~))
I turned 46 on Monday and one of my students asked if I was 26!!! YEAHSSSSSSS!!! 😉
This week I experienced one of the many many joys of being a first time mom. I got home from working a night shift (dirt tired), walked through the door just wanting to hit the bed. But instead, wa;l over to my 12 week olds crib and notice her admiring her feet with a really serious face (lol). Well when she finally notices me, she smiled and let out a big laugh as if someone had given her a million bucks. Her smiles still feel like the first time im seeing them everytime she does it. Im so totally in luv with my little riley! :))
This week, my oldest daughter, who is about to turn 10 in a few days, turned to me and said, "thank you mommy for cooking and cleaning and helping me with my homework, even though you stay up late doing your homework." I am currently back at school to get my Masters in Accountancy. What a wonderful and precious acknowledgement to come from the mouth of a child. I couldn't help but cry (and I have tears in my eyes now as I write this) Talk about motivation to keep doing what I'm doing!!!!!
I had 2 exams and a research paper due today! Thank God I still had enough strength to make it to happy hour later! 😉
The main thing I am thankful for is the fact that I am ALIVE and have an opportunity to get all the wrong I did right. the second thing is the fact that somebody told me to comb my hair and I didn't go OFF and cut him (my first hair insult since I been natural ). On that note God is truly Good!!!!
I've really been enjoying my son more and more. This week, we learned that he made honor roll. Just warms my heart!!!
After going through the worst heartbreak of my life, I was able through in school and get excellent grades on three VERY important tests.
rosalitahanson@yahoo.com
I put together a pumpkin carving night for the children in my after school program tonight. Many of the children including myself had never carved a pumpkin before. We had a few students that are in foster care because their parents are incarcerated or deceased that were able to attend and the joy on their faces and the laughter we shared was indescribable.
I bought amazingly soft, warm, fuzzy socks sock slippers to sleep in just in time for the first snow.
I was able to get 2 of my most difficult patients to take showers!
Xavionsmommi@gmail.com
I returned to Cones and have had one of the best twist-outs (first wet, then dry after a few days WOW) in a looooong time !
I was having a rough week and then was reminded to just keep pushing through. Put "Never Would Have Made It" on repeat and whereas I had debated skipping class I made it to every class and participated. It's all about remembering even if you're having a rough patch, you've made it this far haven't you? I'm not here for no reason, God does have a purpose for my life. I don't necessarily know what but He does. So. I just keep on going and try to be happy in the process 🙂
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I saw my very first broadway play: Angela Basset and Samuel L. Jackson in The Mountaintop. Amazing! AND, if that wasn't cool enough, I sat in front of one of my favorite actresses, and met her after the show 🙂
THIS WEEK I WAS FINALLY NAMED "THE GO-TO PERSON" AT WORK… WHO SAID BLACK WOMEN DON'T ROCK!!!!!!!!! YES:)
Talked to my father today and he told me his cancer is in remission
Today, I went to CVS to get Orbitz gum and when I walked in, I decided to scan my card to get the extracare coupon instant rewards… and the instant reward was a buy one get one free for Orbitz gum!! It really made my day 😀
This week I received some very promising news about a job and I was asked to take on a leadership role in my professional organization.
This week I got through my first set of midterms as a doctoral student! Within 7 days I read 16 articles, 2 books and wrote over 30 pages of work… and I did this with little to no sleep because I went back to my alma mater's Homecoming and partied last weekend. So… I'm exhausted but happy to say the least!
Our toddler is being potty trained and we got 2 poops in the potty in one day! LOL, Life of a mommy! Your time is coming Nik!
This week I posted a comment on facebook regarding student loans that sparked a heated debate between myself and an associate. During the exchange, I was reminded of the importance of respectfully disagreeing. There is always a way to disagree or debate without insulting the other person. Life Lesson!
Got a lead on a job…
This week I moved one week closer to finally finishing my degree program. I waited ten years too long to go back to school and have faced many challenges, but in one more week I will graduate! I wanted to personally and professionally grow but also be a positive role model for my young daughter.
Finally got a job this week!! It's only part time since I am currently taking classes but I have been looking forever so it's nice to finally have something! 🙂
My hubby manages a client who travels internationally. Well, he has a show in Manchester, England Saturday. On this past Monday clients dog eats his passport, hubby has to talk his ish ( he's know for it), and convince his celebrity, but-a-hermit/loner client to even go in public to the passport office where he gets them to give him his passport that same day on Wednesday. Today, Thursday we pick up preschooler cone whine for lunch, leaving out fir meeting, notice passport is misdoing. We all just saw it 30 mins ago. Miss meeting put out neighborhood, condo association, and preschool alerts thinking we're trip pin' he must of dropped. Retrace all his errands for the day. Goes to tell client bad news (as flight is for 8 a.m. Tomorrow). I'm so frustrated for him I start cleaning and organizing at 9:30p.m…..3 yr old has put passport in her "purse" and stiffed it in her arts & crafts drawer and it magically falls out onto newly waxed floor as poor hubby and client are across town going through!!!!!! Amazing, gotta watch those little people!!! So quick, so clever!!!whew, going to watch The Golden Girls!!! Lol
I've been bunnin my hair all week and one of my co-workers told me my hair was so pretty that i inspired her to go natural! it was the highlight of my day! 🙂
i transferred into a new position at work that i love 😀
Holas! This week I finally experienced a moment in law school where I didn't question whether I belonged here and reaffirmed my determination to help families within the legal system! 😉
I gave my first HUGE presentation at work… on stage… in a room full of medical professionals… and it was flawless! =)
This week my family put my 85 year old grandmother to rest. We rejoiced in the fact that she would now be reunited with her husband of over 60 years. She had a full life and was truly blessed.
I was accepted into graduate school!
Got my report card today(senior in HS)and got a 4.424 my highest yet! Also had an somewhat tough but necessary conversation with my Dad that I believe made us closer.
Treat for myself this a facial – yeah!
I got my second wind with med school! Thank the Lord!
Had a fabulous conversation with one of my adult GED students who opened up to me about her past and why she's there. It was truly moving and inspiring to hear someone whose had such a hard life maintain such a positive attitude!
Hair-wise, I've been in twists this week, and even though they ain't lookin so hot, my hair always feels fantastic when in twists.
Life-wise, I finally made the *tiniest* bit of progress on a project for work.. hopefully things will only go up from here!
This week started out challenging but it is ending wonderfully. I started out this week unsure of how I was going to cover my necessary expenses but in just a couple of days I received two unusual miracles. First, I received a money order in the mail from a distant relative. Then, a sibling voluntarily paid a bill for me. I'm feeling blessed and truly grateful. <3
This week, I didn't get any hours at my part-time every protective style I've tried has failed. But My bills will be paid this month. So I can't do anything but smile.
Looks like I will be graduating on time and with honors after I met with my advisor! I am beyond excited!
I got a big box of books in the mail — I know I ordered them but books get me excited! And did my first henna treatment and afterwards decided that after one last flat iron session to show off my length (I always keep may hair pinned up because of the dual textures) I am cutting off my relaxed ends to become fully natural! Yay!
I'm giving thanks for my wonderful fiancé and our families. Tomorrow we will be traveling back to my hometown, Scottdale, PA, for the first time since our engagement. I'm anxious to celebrate with friends and family!
I've realized this week that working hard pays off, big time! I'm in nursing school and taking finals this week. These classes are tough but i studied my butt off and passed! Proud of myself 🙂
This has been an amazing week for me! First, I announced my first giveaway winner on my natural hair blog www.thishairofmine.com. I also had my 2nd story run on NaturallyCurly.com AND I was named one of the bloggers for the Nzuri Natural Hair Expo coming to Houston in December. I had some dental work done yesterday for an implant and in a few hours I'll be hanging out with my sister in Atlanta…I'd say that's a pretty good week!!
I did the big chop, and am loving the way I look and the way my hair is behaving… not to mention my husband finds me super sexy. I love being a new naturalist!
I went on an awesome, much needed retreat!
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I'm loving all these joyful comments. This week I decided to go for my masters on top of my teaching credential, and I'm excited to see where it takes me.
Six years ago my father left our family (after 27years of marriage to my mother), he was unfaithful and fathered a child with another woman…anyway onto this week…That baby my sweet little sister turned six this week and she is amazingly wonderful, sweet and smart and I love her so much!! I feel so blessed to have her around to love. Despite the circumstances her presence in our lives is a tremendous blessing!
This week made my 7th week at my new job. Since I have been here, my supervisor has been mean and unconcerned about anyone but herself. One of the graduate students in the lab is trying to graduate this December so that she can move with her husband come January. Well, needless to say, my boss came in one day and told her that she wanted to push her dissertation date from Oct.28 to the middle of Nov. The graduate student is almost 8 mths preggers!!! So, I suggested she write a letter to the dean to state her problem–which of course I helped her write since she is from China and English is not her first language. I prayed over her letter and by the grace of GOD, she will be doing her dissertation tomorrow!! To put icing on the cake, she said she is considering joining the Christian race. To GOD be the glory! Just thanking him for the opportunity to bless someone else!
Shan R.
sremo1@lsu.edu
It's the end of another great week and I still have ten fingers and ten toes. GRATEFUL!
I found out my boss from hell last day was Monday, was able to make up missed work from school, had some issues in the marriage, car starting to break down , been working off a few hours of sleep, running kids around town, even cried a few tears…but its life. I am living. And there is no testimony without the test. I can't complain. #major
I figured out how to stretch out my hair without using a flat iron. Which means I can wash my hair my often. And my curl pattern is more noticeable. AND my hair is growing. :]
I am thankful for a great hubby. I'm also grateful for three beautiful happy children. Life is great!!!
sharing the most lip-smackingnest delicious pollo a la brasa I've ever eaten with my daughter for dinner today. It's been a good while since we sat down and had dinner, and today was so chill with good convo and great food. Even though I've been tough on her lately because of her grades, she gave me a big hug and said I am her best friend.
Going to the Pumpkin Patch and Apple Orchard with my kids! Fun, fall, family outing.
This week was my second week on my new job. I'm doing great but the supervisor and her assistant have been extremely mean to me from the first day i started. If I ask questions I get a a sarcastic loud response that is very embarassing ( its a small office ) Anyway, I have been praying to God asking him how I should handle things without losing my cool..Well, this week I got called into the VP's office along with the HR rep. Someone must have reported them because the VP said she wanted to have my seat moved and have me work with another manager giving me more responsibility. She mentioned that she does not feel I have been supported and wants to make sure the company does not fail me going forward. I couldn't believe my ears…. God is AWESOME! He took care of everything in a matter of days. I am thankful!!
This week I received an A on my Statistics test! That was not an easy thing to do! Math isn't usually my strong point, so I'm extremely ecstatic! 🙂 Studying definitely pays off!
A major thing that happened to me this week is I celebrated another birthday… I turned 38! I have been blessed with another year of life, good health & love-and that's major!
I was able to help out at my Department's conference today. I was dreading it, but it ended up being a great experience!
I help facilitate a group for victims of domestic violence; today I felt like I really did make a difference not just to them but for me too. I am learning to love me…chocolate skin, kinky hair and ALL! <3
Major moment: I realized that my 10yo was not just the average moody preteen, I learned that she was actually suffering from PMS and that Midol works great for it. THANK GOD!!!!
Courtney
This week was pretty stressful but now I'm blessed with 3 days off of school and work. I got a B on my math test that I was really nervous about. I also performed at an open mic for the first time and it was an amazing experience!
This week I got a birthday present from my little sister. It was a little stuffed animal.
I caught up with some old college friends, who I have not seen in 5 years. What was most exciting is that at least 85% of us were au natural…(we all were victims of the creamy crack in college). Woot Woot for team natural.
I am a nurse working in research and I have been worried that I cannot touch and care for people as much as I would like to. This week I discovered that the field I am working in is actually a great and I can still fulfill my purpose.
I fell in love with hair (tear drop). November 3rd I will be natural for 2 years. The entire time I have had moments of joy. But overall I wasn't lovin my hair. I did love the confidence that grew in me as I realized that I am not hair. Most importantly it was about me being a positive role model for my 2 girls (6 & 9). Anyway I am a product junkie and however no matter how good my hair looked in the morning by the end of the day it was dry and dull. However a week or so ago I saw a video on using Giovanni leave in and Royal crown hair grease. I figured why not I have done everything else. I grew up using hair grease like most of us. So I got the Giovanni but I couldn't find the royal crown so I bought some blue magic. Drum roll please… my hair looks and feels great. I am receiving so many compliments. A natural friend even questioned if I straightened my hair. On top of it all Nikki said she is trying grease again. So yeah I have had a good week and for the first time in awhile I have not contemplated getting some creamy crack..
I am thankful to be healthy, happy and free! Another blessing was having an old friend in town for a visit. I hadn't seen her in a year!
I am thankful that midterms are over, thank you Jesus!!!!!
I've been able to wake up everyday and enjoy my friends and family and just life in general!! 🙂
I found a new apartment! And by the grace of GOD I will be moving and can afford it!!!
1. I went to my first hair stylist that specializes in natural hair. Great experience and my hair looks amazing.
2.Hubby and I got a new, used car after old faithful died for good.
3.I made it through the work week. YES!!!!
A received a ton of compliments from a Project Manager that I work with.
I won a grant from HealthCurriculum.org this week for my classroom. I'll be receiving $200 and a Flip camera. I will be using the funds to purchase the book Chew On This and the camera will be used to create info-mercials based on what the students will be learning about fast food in the book. I'm really excited!!
Two things have happened to me this week, one major and one minor. The major thing is that I've decided to apply to UC Davis to get my M.S. The minor thing is that moments ago I went to eat some of the grapes my coworker brought in from her vine and was greeted by a ginormous pincher bug! Ish!
1. I had a co-worker tell me "thank you" for being such a flexible and easy person to work with, because it makes their job easier and less stressful.
2. One of my students (I'm a school counselor)asked me how I was doing and how my job was going, and to have a great day 🙂
3. The daily hugs and smiles I get from my students.
4. Coming home to my wonderful husband and son, and having family time together (hugs and kisses included) 🙂
My adopted daughter "testified" in church how she was so glad I picked her to be my little girl.
1. I got to hear my baby's heartbeat at 15 weeks preggers
2. My 1.5 year old daughter and I are having a girls weekend while Daddy is in STL
3. I worked out every morning this week keeping my promise to not gain as much weight with this pregnancy as my first
Made a quick the grocery store with my sister and nephew, but my nephew fell asleep in the car so my sister stayed in the car with him while i went inside. Got to the register and packed out half my stuff when i realized I forgot my wallet at home :(. I called my sister and she said she didnt bring her purse but for some reason she brought her wallet even though she didnt plan on buying anything, so she let me come outside and get her credit card so I wouldnt have to put all the stuff back, go back home, and come back . 🙂
I woke up every day thus far in my right mind, with full use of my limbs and with my health! I'd say that is something worth noting 🙂 -Thanks God!
My baby graduated to the two year old toddler room at daycare and can already count to 13, knows most of the days of the week, and most importantly has been using the potty!! Yaaayyy! #ProudMomma
I had TWO Crumbs cupcakes this week, yummy!
-Tmonique3
My husband and I finally set a definitive time for our family bible study this week. I must say, I am fully appreciative to have Jehovah's guidance!
Got back from an all girls trip to Santa Fe for our 30th bdays, started doing hw every evening with my 5 year old, renewed my patience with my 2 year old twins, started my new job (a promotion), and last, but certainly not least, got a compliment today on my 5 day twist out. Yes, I said 5 day. Phew! :O)
I GOT AN "A" ON MY MATH TEST!!! lol I know it's minor but it was a really big deal to me. I'm still in high school and math has never been my strong point but I'm slowly improving in the class 😀
I went on a date with a new guy and we had a blast & enjoyed some AMAZING food 🙂
An awesome thing that has happened to me this week is that my Mommy called me at work to tell me that she loves me!!! That put a huge smile on face….God bless my Mommy!
Finally, after being in an 8 year relationship, I'm going to the jeweler tomorrow to pick out my engagement ring!
I won a Facebook contest and got exclusive tickets to attend the Season 5 premiere of "My Fair Wedding with David Tutera" this past Tuesday night. The premiere and after party were in LA, which my first trip to the west coast, and I had a BLAST! The fabulous Frenchie Davis performed (I love her look) AND I saw Miss Jay from America's Top Model in the crowd as well. Awesome experience.
I passed a midterm with an A!
Technical problems can sometimes be my undoing. I figured out Disqus and Dropbox in one week…gotta stay current and keep learning
This week, I reconciled with some friends and we are back together, celebrating a great friendship!
This week I reconnected with the beauty surrounding me after a year of sickness and setbacks. I sat on my patio most of the day yesterday sipping tea, catching up on my magazines and enjoying the beauty of the desert plants, the jackrabbits and just the amazing sereneness and beauty of the dusk falling. I'm very thankful to be alive and kicking!!
A few months back I had a major setback and lost a ton of hair due to self-relaxing after getting highlights a month prior. I come from a family of long, thick-haired women so I was so upset about the setback. I searched and searched for a way to regrow my hair and found this site and a ton of other forums dedicated to healthy hair. Well, yesterday, I visited my hairdresser and they noticed the increased thickness and u can barely tell that I lost my hair! In fact, its almost APL and it hasn't been that long since childhood! The setback was a blessing in disguise because I learned so much about using great, safe alternatives to some of the chemicals that we typically use dye, pems, etc! So now I learned to better take care and appreciate the gifts that God gave me! I'm truly blessed.
Mishie
I finally realized that I don't have to compare my success to the success of other's. If what i am doing in my life right now is good for me, then it should be good for everyone else.
This week I was able to reconnect with a family member who I haven't had a good relationship with in a while, good times!
This week, I was actually FEATURED on two of my favorite natural hair blogs! Kinky Curly Coily Me (Janelle) and For the Fabulous and Frugal/College Curlies (Jamila). I am SO geeked!
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I received a 100% on my first exam in graduae school, and I learned how to flat twist my hair!
This week is homecoming week at my school! K-state
I got into a Medical Assisting program for the Spring. I was offered a second part-time job, so now I have money to put away in savings. Of course I have to include my family and friends that love me. <3 I'm so thankful for the abundance and excited to share blessings with others. =)
Today I took a pregnant friend of mine to the doctor for her first ultrasound. I was able to share the experience with her of seeing the baby for the first time-made my week!
This week I passed all of my midterms!! All those long studying nights paid off!!
I booked 3 singing gigs and had a positive meeting that could most DEFINITELY change my life! I am thankful that God is showing me that my hard work and perseverance is worth it!
A few great things happened to me this week. I got the push I needed to start searching for scholarships and grants so I can go back to school. My husband made it home today to spend 5 days with me and the kids. He's a long-haul truck driver, and we haven't seen him since early September. I've been enlightened by Oprah's Lifeclass. Best class I've ever attended.
Butterfly125
Thankful for life, good health, strength, and an opportunity to receive a great education! I also passed an exam I did not think I would do well on!!! 🙂
I started my new position! Thank God!!
I'm thankful to still have a job. I was supposed to be laid off at the end of september and literally as I was walking out the door saying my good byes I found out that the company won a contract they bidded on! Stressed as out get out but thankful nonetheless!
I found a great volunteering opportunity and felt re-energized enough to rush and finish up my grad school apps.
it's my first semester in college (just came out of high school) and i'm getting straight A's in all five of my classes!!!! Also got an A on all of my midterms!! 🙂
Thankful for healthy kids!
I got to hang with my lil baby nephew
I am loving the college life, and enjoying all of the good times!!
I got called this week for 2 positions I applied to and I have interviews for them this week and next week! I'm so excited! It's truly by God's hand 🙂
Hello! One major thing that has been happening to me everyday is that I've been waking up! Every morning I'm conscious and grateful to be living another day. Other great things that have been happening to me this week are getting good feedback on my screenplay for my graduate class, and making a banging ass lunch yesterday! I also saw a great movie, "Chinatown." It wasn't a happy ending but it was very enjoyable to watch. Wait, lol another one was finally buying my ticket home for winter break. I have to get back to NYC, because Singapore is ok, but um I need to find a beauty supply store catered to women of color. Thank you!
I lost my job a month and couple of weeks ago. I am down to my last dollars. Today I got a call from a temp agency that a mortgage company want to hire me and I start Monday making more than the job I lost!! Now my son can have a perfect Christmas. God is always on time!
I did a braid out on my hair and it turned out great, better than I expected!
I'm celebrating my b'day (10/26) all week!
I'm in love and he loves me back for real (lol). I'm 33 and I have finally found true, honest, faithful, patient, love….the kind you pray for! I'm so giddy, my week has been a blissful joy!!!
I got to hang out with Comedian Tyler Craig at a local club! He is hilarious! It was gracious to see his WL dreadlock! Natural and beautiful!
My son got all A's on his progress report and I am learning to be more fearless than fearful.
I had a Moe's Southwest grill the size of a baby! The queso was so amazing and warm and good. And I don't regret it!
I joined a new bible study, and I'm loving it.
I got a hug from my crush! Could not stop blushin afterwards lol!
I got a job offer after a 4 month long search!
I'm so thankful and feel really blessed.
@ TheRYL1, "He "sho" don't like ugly!" amen!
My week was very exciting! we are having homecoming this week and I got to dress crazy all week.
Just got laid off on the 17th and I had my first interview today. I think it went well 🙂
I was being sued by someone for personal reasons gone bad; now they only wanted to cause me harm–financially & legally. Prior to yesterday's court date, I was angry, frustrated, and a little scared (since I'm not a criminal, I don't DO court).
I walked in heavily burdened and walked out feeling as light as a feather! My pocket may take a light hit, but to be free, cleared, and have peace of mind is PRICELESS!
Two things I've learned: 1) God has your back (if you believe and that's your thing–LOL); and 2) He "sho" don't like ugly!
This week i got an impromptu visit from my big sister and brother-in-law! Drove 9 hours to see me and my daughter…that's love!
My boyfriend told me he loved me!!!!
I am thankful that I am alive and well and have my friends and family in my life to spend time with.
DLG DIVA
I am thankful for the joy and humor in my life from the small things, that come at all the right times.
This week, it was:
I asked my 3-year-old nephew what he wanted to be for Halloween. His answer: "A shoe." I asked him what his 3-month old sister would be. After thinking for a bit, his answer: "A shoe, too."
🙂
Call from Grandma…just to say I love you
As of this week its been 8 weeks since my last relaxer….woowho!
This week my artwork was featured on the school's weekly video announcements. I decided to go natural!!! And my mother no longer has breast cancer. I truly thank you, Nikki:)
After years and years of watching my mother struggle as a single parent, she is finally embracing herself as the strong woman i know and love.
~ Abby A
I got an A on my Neuroscience Exam, even though I didn't think I would've done so well because I was grieving the loss of my aunt, so I didn't really study. But Thank God I not only passed, but I got an A!!
My 10 year Wedding Anniversary!!
Tomorrow I will complete my C.L.C. training (Certified Lactation Counsler), and I am SOOO excited about it!
I found out that I will be graduating next spring semester and I am only a second year college student!
I got to spend some time with my bestie. Sometimes its nice to just kick back and act silly and have some girl talk. Ya feel me? Char
I received my package of Qhemet Biologics products that I have been waiting for since last week!! I dont have the serum though…would be a nice addition 🙂
Woke up feeling great! Had my happiness seriously tested at work but I didn't let it get me! Still smiling through it all. Be blessed everyone!
I have plans to actually do something this weekend….after a year in a new city, i can say that i have friends and im finally adjusting after a bumpy road.
It's midterm season and this week I found out that I got a 96 on my Diagnostic Methods exam and a 92 on my Language Development in Preschool Years exam! (I'm a speech pathology major). For the win.
My company gave us a $700 bonus out of the clear blue sky
My sister is pregnant with her first mini me and she is kinda laid back but this week I got to experience her in full-on mommy wonderment. She was so excited to show me how her baby is moving in her stomach and talk about the decorations and baby stuff, it was just really cool to see her, I mean she is 8 months
My beautiful daughter turned 16 this week. I found when my husband will be returning from Afghanistan. Thank ya Jesus!!!!
armywife
I got to be a contestant on an IKEA spin the wheel at my university 🙂
The most wonderful thing? Today is my BIRTHDAY!!! I'm so thankful for being granted another year – to make mistakes, to get things right, to be with my family, to see my nephew grow up, to have a chance for a family of my own. Speaking of wonderful…my daddy still sends his baby girl birthday cards filled with love and a little something 'extra'.
I woke up every morning blessed because gave me another chance to get it all right. I also am thankful to have a vision of my future, meaning I dream big and excited for what is to come.
I am thankful to have a great family ( in laws included) and that we are healthy!!
I got a phone call to teach in an Elementary Special Ed Resource Room. Yay!!!
As most of America, I am an unemployed and I am currently a broke graduate student looking for employment. I received an email about a job I interviewed for twice saying that I did not get my dream job ;( But TWO WEEKS LATER(This week) I received a call saying t I was not supposed to receive that email! Even though the position did not select a final candidate yet, I am still hopefully about employment and Hope is way better than nothing. 😉
Mon,monnie.daniels@gmail.com
I called to check in with my 2 year son, who's at the babysitter's, as I do everyday during my lunch break. And as usual he says, "Mommy I love you" before he hung up the phone….
That was the most major part of my day:)
A colleague at work bought me an oatmeal cream pie from the vending machine. It was such a nice treat!
My High was I learned no matter my circumstances I need to smile,stay positive and trust God or else I'll bring myself down.I could not understand what people meant by happiness is a choice and now I do! 🙂
God has Blessed me w/ another day. To use all my limps and be in good health! Nakeisha L.
I have chronic back pain, thanking God for blessing me to make it through another week of work. Each day is a long journey.
I cant lie, this week has been kinda rough with my mother having to go into the hospital, but she only had to stay one night. She also find out what was wrong with her foot and is on her way to recovery! hallelu! We are alive and on our way to being happy and healthy.
and congrats all around!
*cheers*
I'm loving these!!!! Keep them coming! So much good energy in one place!
I graduated in 2010 from Howard with a degree in journalism and since then I have been trying to find a job in my field. I have been able to get to the interview stage but never past that. This week however I learned that I made a strong enough impression that I was contacted by a newspaper to interview with them again! Praying that I get this job!
Congrats on the daycare… I know how EXPENSIVE dare tuition can be =(
I got a good night's sleep (almost) every day this week.
The major thing that happened to me this week is that I found out that I was selected for a program that would help pay part of my son's monthly daycare cost. My daughter is already in daycare, and my son starts next Tuesday. The additional funds that I don't have to spend will go towards Christmas presents and paying my bills =)
This week I was blessed to see my sister smile again. She is currently living with my husband and I. A lot of family and relationship issues constantly get her depressed on and off. She hit a very big wall and was in a big slump. To see her smile again this week, get up and go out, all the little things, makes me so happy. There is always hope.
Mine is really minor. On Tuesday the guy at whole foods gave me a tub of cottage cheese for free! Made my day! Plus I'm alive!!!
Well this week I did my Big chop from transitioning for 13 months and some days. And when I cut my hair i was like yes and cant wait to work with what I got.
This week I discovered that I am leaps and bounds closer to achieving my dreams than I was at this time last year. I discovered portions of my personality that I never knew existed.
I woke up happy and healthy every day. that's all for my week : )
Aww this is so nice.
I'm giving thanks for a number of things:
I made it through my root canal no pain.
My son had less seizures this week. This is actually the ONE thing I'm most grateful for. I can take root canal pain but seeing him seizing is unbearable.
My five year old son turned six. What a blessing he is.
One amazing thing that happend to me this week is I was able to get back into my blogging routine rather quickly after focusing on the bast two weeks working on my book. I really missed my beauty and fashion blog and have a renewed sense of creativity too. 🙂
Let's see- I became a licensed Zumba instructor, my husband got a gig at Sephora and so there is that discount and I managed to wake up and be amongst the living. Doesn't get much better!
~Poeticlyspkng
got an A- on the midterm WHOOP WHOOP!
LOL @ Wisecurls. Girl after my heart 🙂
I turned 30!!! And I don't get what all the fear is about. I look great, feel great, and I'm successful in so many areas of life. Bring it on 30s!
Woke up in my right mind—That's pretty major 🙂 Breathing with no major illnesses. Kids are healthy and spouse is healthy. 🙂 Pretty rad.
NIKKI you've got to see thegreaseshop.com for all you hair grease needs!!
My kids are out of school on term break…I you-tube'd Momma Mia..and my girls (5 and 6) were running around dancing and singing:
"Mamma mia, here I go again
My my, how can I resist you?
Mamma mia, does it show again?
My my, just how much I've missed you
It was fab!
One major thing (to me) is that I got real inspiration and a real push to start writing more often!
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This week I got to see Lalah Hathaway in concert. It was such a great show!
Curlformers!!! Sent the product to review by NaturallyCurly.com and they're amazeballs. Love them.