Journey to Natural- Personal Accounts

Jan 27

Kelly- Tales of a Current Transitioner

By Nikki Walton Curly Nikki 8 Comments

CN:Are you a long term or short term transitioner, and why?I am a long term transitioner, I am currently 9 months into my transition. I have always worn the latest short styles (Halle Berry cut, bobs, etc... ). Now I want to enjoy having some length.CN:When are you going to BC?On April 6th 2010, a stylist cut off 3 1/2…

Jan 27

Roddrea- A Story of Transition

By Nikki Walton Curly Nikki 14 Comments

Meet Roddrea... who after a brief conversation with her sister decided it was time to BC!CN: Were you a long term or short term transitioner, and why? I intended to be a long-term transitioner, but this summer proved to be too great a challenge. Being an unemployed college student, I wasn’t able to get my hair braided as I had…

Sep 12

On the Couch With a Transitioner- Charnika

By Nikki Walton Curly Nikki 7 Comments

Charnika writes:Hi CurlyNikki Community!I'm currently a long-term transitioner and devoted reader of your site. Since starting this journey in August of 2009, your site has gave me the knowledge and encouragement I needed along the way, so thanks so much!Coming this August, I will be doing the Big Chop and also ending my challenge of losing weight. I have a…

Jan 27

Dominique- Tales of a Current Transitioner

By Nikki Walton Curly Nikki 15 Comments

Meet Dominique... currently transitioning and loving her styling options!CN: Are you a long term or short term transitioner, and why?I am actually a short term transitioner. Instead of the BC, I gradually cut my relaxed ends off 1-2 cuts per month. My relaxed ends are almost completely gone... yay!!!CN: How did family and friends react to your decision to transition?…

Sep 12

Mae’s Natural Hair Anniversary!

By Nikki Walton Curly Nikki 17 Comments

Mae of NaturalChica is one year natural! She writes:It's hard to believe that a year has passed since my first email to you sharing my big chop! Your site has been such a wonderful support so keep up the wonderful work and know that your efforts are appreciated : )