Yesterday was all about quality time. We kicked it off with a family brunch–
‘I live for the static…’
future Saints player…
“these kids wear crowns over here, and everything is alright…”– Drake
the newest addition!-
Have you seen that Geico commercial with the little piggy? Boogie was ‘weee weee weee’ing’ all the way down the sidewalk!
gifted Leggings- Black Milkgifted Shirt- Romwe
My sister Syl, not scooting. She was scurred. 
Two interesting things happening in this pic– (1) I never learned to ride a bike, and (2) that young man is my Uncle… I affectionately refer to him as Uncle Baby, since he’s 2 years my junior! #hood
All of us grandkids… I’ve got a good 20 years on most of them!
All of us grandkids… I’ve got a good 20 years on most of them!
Next we headed to the boardwalk for some sunshine–
Spring Breakers I presume…
Boog was terrified of all the Snooki impersonators… there’s one on the left in this pic. The place was swarming with ’em!
peep the lady in the background? who’s angry when they’re eating ice cream?!
Finally, we hit the mall for some retail therapy.
Ashely, a CurlyNikki reader!
my grandmother (my mother’s mother)… Gia’s Great Grandma #2
That was some pretty dope day 2 hair, no? To preserve my twist-out and prevent shrinkage I revisited an old routine-
Without disturbing the curl pattern or finger combing, I grabbed chunks of hair and created 6 or 7 chunky twists before tying on my bonnet. The next morning, I released, fluffed and went about my business. I find this better for retaining definition on my shrinky twist-out… when my hair is stretched/longer, the pineapple is my best bet.
Today is my uncle’s big day. I’ll be checking back in with tons of pictures!
How do you preserve your wet set twist-outs versus the ones you do on dry hair?
Your grandmother looks so young! (Great genes) :0)
Nikki, I so didn't know that you were from Pensacola. That's so were I am from. Oh and you were on the beach after the McGuire's 5K St.Patty day run and so that is why there so many people with the green fits. Oh and I just love Ashley in Aldo 🙂
Nikki, hope you enjoyed the old Cap'n Fun Beach Club. I've seen some of the best free concerts there; a three hour Blues Traveler concert, 80's weekend with Joan Jett, the Outfield, The Knack and Tommy Tutone.
Pensacola I read you blog. I happy to hear that you're a home town girl. Hope you enjoyed your home coming.
That ice cream comment was too funny lol.
You have a lovely family Nikki! I love your leggings!
Cute!!!!!
Omg @ you never learning to ride a bike. I can teach you! ha ha ha!! I swear I rode my bike everyday after school until i was about 16 years old… I ride now for exercise and every now and then i show off my bike riding skills by pedalling with no hands 🙂
Your daughters so cute!
Ohhh your hair looks gorgeous! And your sister hair is beautiful too. Once I sleep on a great twist out its DONE 🙁
Nikki you look fierce! I love those leggings! Have fun in my home state!
OMG!!! Nik, I thought I was the sole occupant of adults who can't ride bikes island. So glad there's another!!! Woot Woot
your mother's mother — your grandmother –looks so young! good black really don't crack. 🙂
to get 3-4 day hair what i do is flip my hair up& over and put the bonnet on, in the morning i pull the hair down and hit with the blow dryer at the roots and its back to normal..
i dunno if that's against the rules but it works for ..
I love Ashley's hair! Also my Aunt and Uncle are only a couple years older than me so we played with each other when we were little.
That new baby is too cute and very precious!! Her cheeks are totally luscious!!!!
Beautiful pictures Nik!
Great-grandma (GG) doesn't look a day over 50. Truly, that "black don't crack." lol
Wow, I can't believe people take the time to come all the way to the comment section to hate like that. anon 5:59pm get a life! Nikki I don't know how you do it.
You're hair looks great! I'm learning that I'm not the only one that doesn't know how to ride a bike…
Thanks for sharing your family with us. That baby is TOO cute. Your hair is gorg. To preserve a dry or wet styled twist out, I do exactly what you did. The chunky twists at night give me at least 4 days with the same twist out. I can't wait until my hair is longer, and the pineapple is an option. Can't wait to try it!
Your hair and those sunglasses…too cute!!
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yes Uncle Baby is fine! dark chocolate is good for you! 🙂
Shoot, Uncle Baby is fine! Yes to chocolate!!! Love Ashley's color 🙂
PCola! That's my home too Nikki!
Grandaddy is handsome!
I pineapple or just go to sleep. I don't have time to do much else.
Very cute!
Your hair looks great. The outfit is cute and suits you well. Love the family photos. Baby Gia is such a big girl, just adorable. Okay, so I preserve my wet twist out by grabbing large patches of hair and doing a type of messy bantu knot.
Allnatural1 (Michelle in TX)
That shirt is so different, I love it! You look like a model!
CN, the shape of your hair is nice, I really think the new cut flatters you.
Beautiful Black family
Also, where did you get the leggings? I can't find them.
Work beaux! You look great!
Nikki where did you get those sunglasses??
You are so my friend in my head! Your style is impeccable but what's really funny is that you can't ride a bike. I thought I was the only person in the entire world! Big hugs from Seattle !
Loving these pics Miss Nikki, keep them coming please! I can't get enough of my cyber niece!
Everyone is just beautiful :)great pics
That first picture of Gia is priceless! She looks like she's about to get into trouble. Girl, where did your baby go?!
Your grandfather is fine (sorry!), I see where your mom and uncle get their looks. Their skin is absolutely beautiful.
Shame on you Nikki for not knowing how to ride a bike! *says the woman who can't ride one either* I'm going to make sure my kids know how though. You look lovely as usual!
THISSS! YES! You're too fierce for words. Those leggings are everything and I've decided that they'll be my March splurge!
Cute!
LOL at your Uncle Baby! He's a cutie though. Your family is beautiful and Boogie is getting too big!
Grandparents having child(ren) AFTER their child(ren) have kids….#interesting
The the tan boots on the young lady on the scooter!
Grandma looks young! Your family is too cute! Congratulations to Uncle Chocolate!
Nik, what products did you use initially?
I've got 2 aunts that are younger than me and one my age! You're not the only "hood" one!
I twist my hair up like that every night, same exact way. I've been doing that for a year now. It's beautiful that Gia is surrounded by such love and examples of upstanding people. I love Ashley's hair color!
I can't ride a bike either Nikki! I love the pictures of you and your family. Your hair looks really good!
Yes, I am not the only one! I never learned to ride a bike either and I have 2 uncles younger than me! Gia is getting so big!
Picture at the mall with Ashely = major hair swag! Handsome extended family you've got Nikki. Wonderful to see you supporting your uncle's achievements.
I make 3 small pineaplles at night to protect my twistouts asnd braidouts. Thanks for the tip though, I may try this. Your family is beautiful :0)
Your grandmother is gorgeous!
Your hair turned out great! I like the leggings a lot, I think it's time I finally get a pair!