Happy Birthday Boo

Sometimes our relationship takes work to keep things on track.

But no matter what we go through or whatever effort it takes,

it's always worth it...

Because our relationship is more important to me than anything.

You're a wonderfull husband and father.

Happy Birthday General

Your Wife

Traycee

No I'm Not Mixed

In response to emails....

I guess I left out important facts out of my video....No I am not mixed...I know I don't have to answer but I want you to see me and my family....To show u if I can do it so can u.....So I hope this will encourage and inspire some of you

Here are my parents..

My Mommy and Daddy



My Big Sister and I



Here is My Wedding with parents and more siblings ( all my brothers are in this pic with my Husband and I )




All The Girls

Let Me Introduce Myself and My History

1 year progress pics also

Winter Hair

In the winter like most women I experience dry hair and skin....For me living in So. Cali...It won't really start cooling off till after Oct....Yay....But for some of you summer is over....

During the dry season...U need to pamper your hair....

Moisturize , Moisturize, Moisturize..

Deep condition 1x or more with a moisturizing conditioner

Prepoo with a moisturizing conditioner to prevent striping the hair

Use a moisturizing Leave-in Conditioner

Pic from Victoria Secret.com

Keep heat usage to a minimal

Avoid taking hot showers or washing your hair in hot water, use warm or cool water instead, the heat can dry out and/or damage your hair and skin.

Protect hair from wool coats and hats

Also if you leave in very cold areas..Do not go outside with hair wet, if one goes outside with their hair wet they are taking the chance of freezing your hair, causing breakage as a result.

So when it starts to get cold here..I will start using a thicker leave-in ...And I'm all ready set with My Shea Butter for a thicker moisturizer.....I will also go back to co-washing 1x a week no more than 2 when the winter sets in..

Random Thoughts

So about a week ago I started mixing glycerin in my Aloe Vera Mix...And I must say it is amazing...But it worked too , too, good...It made my hair over moisturized....So I did my light protein treatment Sat...and I haven't spritzed since Friday....I think I'm going to only use the mix with glycerin when my hair needs the extra moisture and stick to my Aloe Vera Juice and Rosewater Only...The last thing I need right now is breakage....But I have to admit....My girls at K.I.S.S. were right...It works

Now the Shea Butter is heaven...I'm loving my buttery hair and skin...




I'm now 7 weeks post and once again I'm dying for a retouch....The pictures were taking right after I sectioned my hair and applied my Shea Butter to new growth and down to the ends of my hair....I finished by applying Coconut Oil to the hair and bunning...So I will be wearing buns till my next relaxer... I'm going to try to make it again to 10 or 11 weeks but I won't make any promises..Hahaha...Ya know stretching isn't my thing...


So I ran out of my Studio Stick Foundation and went to Macy to restocked today and ended up buying a couple extra things...I didn't go crazy like I usually do...I restocked on Gorgeous Gold (A favorite)Shadow and got the Cult of Cherry : Tempting Eye Shadow 4x.....This week I'm going to restock on Chrome Yellow shadow...And try the Tinted Lip Conditioner Stick.



I got a break from the kids this weekend...My Mother-In-Law took the baby..And my Big Sis had the older boys and took them to Six Flags Magic Mountain.....So my Husband and I hung out all weekend ....We ate at a really nice spot where the stars dine in Hollywood and spent the rest of the night having way too much fun....I didn't take any pics because I did a high braid out pony tail ( Nothing special at all )....My Husband also surprised me with a new Blackberry Curve Phone...So I had a good weekend

Michelle Obama in Denver

This is the best speech I have ever heard a presidents or a future presidents wife give...It was awesome....She had men and women in tears....It gave me chills to see a Sista that looks like you and me up there in that position and to see there childern was heart moving...I love the way she painted the picture of her family....Showing that blacks are very much like others .......We are educated, some blue collar workers, some are white collars, some of come from two parent homes like myself, we were not all gangsters , HIV postive, confused people....I LOVED IT !!! I thought she was amazing..

My Lazy Bun

Sorry best pics I could get using my Web Cam..

So this morning ...I spritzed my hair and used my new Shea Butter (Love It)...Sealed with Coconut Oil...I didn't use any ponytail holders..I just pulled up my hair ...Wrapped around in a bun and used extra large barbie (Bobby) pins ...Quick messy bun.

Funny how I get more compliments on my hair when I don't do anything special to it... Oh and the Shea Butter gave my new growth such pretty waves..I love it !!!

Friday 8/15/08

K.I.S.S. & Tell

The K.I.S.S. & Tell Video

For those that would like to be in the K.I.S.S & Tell Video ...Hair Pics..Face Pics...Whatever your comfortable with ...Testimonies accepted too...Not a requirement ... Just need some Volunteers..If you would like to be in the video...Please let me know .....Link Below

K.I.S.S. & Tell Video

Thank you to all the ladies that have already posted pics and sent Testimonies for me to use..

Thank you for all of your support

Traycee

Featured K.I.S.S. Member Video

K.I.S.S. Member : Milan

Featured K.I.S.S. Member Video

K.I.S.S. Member Monet

Drying Hair Tips

Air Drying is a preference of mine...

Can you still grow healthy or long hair using heat regularly ?

Yes..But I prefer staying away from heat because I'm able to go a year or more without trims...

These are my reasons for Air Drying
Its perfect for Low Maintenance Hairstyles
Less Heat less damaged ends

Tip : ( Always handle hair with care...Hair is weakest when wet)


If Blow-drying is more convenient for you and your life style...

Always use a leave-in and heat protect ant
NEVER Blow Dry Dripping wet hair ...

Lightly and carefully towel blot hair first...

Todays Look/ Low Braid

Saturdays Look

Saturdays Look

Bernie Mac

Actor and comedian Bernie Mac dies at age 50...I was sadden when I heard the news this morning on K.I.S.S....Bernie Mac passed away this morning from complications due to pneumonia in a Chicago area hospital... My heart goes out to his family....He will indeed be remembered as one of the Kings of Comedy...

So Sprung on Avocado's

I did my middle of the week co-wash ....I got up Wed. morning and deep conditioned...I applied Nexxus Humectress to my hair and then I really really saturated my hair with Avocado Oil...I covered with plastic cap and let sit on my hair all day while I cleaned and did housework....Rinse that evening in the shower and followed up with a co-wash....

The results were amazing...Oh why did it take me so long to finally buy some Avocado Oil ?? It really pentrates and its so moisturizing...My hair feels unbelievably soft and strong... I have a couple of drops left ...So I will be at the market this week picking up some more Avocado Oil....This will always be a staple...

Good Good

Back On Track

Well...Tomorrow I will start back jogging again ...I plan on starting back a light work-out regimen....

Cardio - 35 mins /Jogging/ Mon-Sat
Stretching- 10 mins / Mon-Fri
Upper - Mon/Wed/Fri
Lower- Tues/Thurs/Sat

I just have more energy when I work out...

Another reason why I will start wearing buns again...

I will keep you guys posted every week

My Hair Update and Random Thoughts

I have about 3'1/2 inches to finally reach the waist-length.....It seems so far away...Don't get me wrong my hair is doing great and my growth and my ability to retain has been amazing....I just want it so bad...I'm just keeping my fingers crossed to make waist-length by the end of the year..


Oh.... Since I tried that Redken RealControl last week...I have been experiencing some shedding....Not enough to raise flags but I started back on my Garlic Supplements..The last thing I need is set backs...

I have been loving the braid-outs I have been wearing ....but because of the heat..I think I'm going to start wearing buns again...It's getting hotter and I'm more comfortable with my hair up and off of me ....

Enough Rambling...

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You’re Username:2Bossay
Relaxed/ Texlaxed / Natural:Natural
Current Length:APL

You’re Regimen:
I scrapped my regimen. Now I just basically co-wash my hair daily since I’m no longer using heat. It works out better for me. I moisturize my hair, seal my endz with whatever oil I’m feeling at the moment, & then braid it up. This is mainly my nighttime routine. I usually do a protein treatment with coconut milk, condish, & avocado/coconut oil bi-weekly. I try to do a d/c every week, but sometimes I get pure lazy.

Favorite Products:
There’s soooo many….Nexuss Humectress, P.M. Tea Tree Condish, Pantene Condish, Lacio Lacio, Silicon Mix Leave In & Condish, Salerm 21 Leave In, Mizz Keyz 10 en 1, Avocado, Coconut, & Natural 7 Olive Oilz, aloe vera gel/glycerin mix, & V05 Strawberriez N Cream Moisture Milkz.

What inspired your Hair Journey?
LHCF & just overall wanting to take better care of my hair altogether. I’ve always had long hair, although I did cut it twice a couple of years ago. (It was the length of Eve’s). But I just want to maintain what I do have and continue the growth that I can achieve.

Do you have a daily hairstyle?
No, I just go with the flow. However I feel like wearing it @ that particular moment is what I go for. Spontaneity is the key!

What technique has helped you the most?
The no heat & the co-washing definitely.

How do you keep your hair and ends healthy?
I’ve backed away from the heat altogether, so now I’m only really rocking up do’s & what not. I also moisturize & seal my ends if not daily, then every other day.

What do you love about being a KISS Member?
The *homey* feel to the site; everyone is helpful; & the interaction of the *creator* with her members. You definitely don’t find that on any of the other *ning* sites. It’s really *cozy* over here. It reminds me of *home*.

What would be your advice to help others?
1. Know what your hair needz...
2. Research...
3. Figure out the best way 2 get the resultz that u want...
4. Do whatz best 4 u & your hair

Lastly remember everything is going to be on a trial & error basis. Don’t get discouraged, never give up hope, & when at first you don’t succeed, try & try again!


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