Sunny Day to all, I have received so many messages in reference to me cutting my locks that I decided to write a blog post about it. I self started my lock in 2003 while I was a student at Howard University. Most Howard Students were just learning to embrace their African heritage. Fortunately, I was always in touch with my roots through my Haitian upbringing. I was always exposed to my African Background through History, Dance and Culture. I appreciated my curves, my natural hair, my beautiful melanin and more. I was always confident growing up. My parents always took the time to make my feel super special. When I decided to lock my hair, I had to prepare myself for the feedback that was to come from my Haitian Family. Locks were not very well accepted in my culture. Yes, I said it! I was bold! I was strong and nobody could tell me otherwise. Eventually, my family ended up loving it. After 15 years of enjoying my beautiful locks.... I was diagnosed with 3 different hair loss diseases; CCCA (Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia); Female pattern Hair loss and Traction Alopecia. It's been a tough year full of treatments including antibiotics and up to 30 shots in my scalp monthly. I hated the treatment and was willing to shave it all off and rock a bald head. I was prepared. I thank God for my supportive husband who went through this entire journey with me. I initially cut 19 inches off my locks to make the process easier. My husband who had locks for over 20 years cut 19 inches out of his too :-) ( the support was real). After a couple of months, I decided to comb them out. It took me 2 weeks but I did it. Guess what? He completely cut his locks so he may go through this journey with me. I love him so much! We just celebrated our 10 years Wedding Anniversary in Haiti so we got to enjoy our New Look in gorgeous weather with wonderful family and friends. So there you have it! I am still under treatment and I leave it all in God's Hands. I am sharing a few pics with you guys. So Enjoy!!!! Thanks for stopping by!!! Love you all!!!!
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Madeline
1/8/2019 06:47:45 pm
And you are gorgeous either way, with locks, with ordinary curly hair or with perm; that’s the thing when nature has favored you. Keep on inspiring us with your sense of fashion and motivating me to come shop in your closet. Love you!
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Jen
1/8/2019 08:05:14 pm
The first thing that comes to mind after reading your blog is how courageous, talented and beautiful your are inside and out ( you know I can go on and on about your attributes). I’m so proud of you and I know “HE” got you covered! Of course, the brother standing next to you is a true man,who is in your corner! Looking forward to watching you continue to blossom in the 2019!
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Awwww.... Thank you so much my love! Yes! HE, indeed is the most High and will give me all the strength necessary to stay focus and go through this. Who knows... I may have to shave it all off and if that is the case, I pray that I can carry this same energy all the way. The Hubby is amazing. The support is real and strong. I am a lucky one. I appreciate the kind words. Muuuuuaahhhhhhh
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Gerald
1/10/2019 05:52:06 am
This is an amazing and truly inspirational story. Thanks for sharing.
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Mémé
1/14/2019 09:48:19 pm
Thank you so much! :-)
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Rosey Spence
1/10/2019 10:45:35 am
You are so strong and beautiful. I’m inspired by your journey but at the end of the day, you still a diva honey *Flips hair*!! Thank God for a loving husband like Max. Trust God thru your journey because He is an awesome God.....Always loving, always faithful!!
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Mémé
1/14/2019 09:51:00 pm
Awwww... Thank you so much! So far, I can flip the hair...LOL
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LC
1/10/2019 03:25:28 pm
Wow. Such an inspiration. You look beautiful with or without your locks. "We are not our hair"... we are so much more, and your story is a true testament of that. I am glad you are embracing your new look. And you look beautiful doing it!! Keep being a pillar of strength and courage to others. Proud of you.
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Mémé
1/14/2019 09:53:25 pm
Thank you so much Love! The kind words are truly appreciated. I got this! God got me so I shall be ok.
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Carrie
1/16/2019 09:05:17 pm
I fully get it. I too was diagnosed with CCCA last year. I've always worn my hair at a medium length, but over time I've cut it very short...wearing it in its natural state. I decided not to go the injection route and I'm sensitive to a host of antibiotics. I've chosen to cover the thinnest areas with temporary spray and move on!
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Mémé
1/27/2019 04:35:54 pm
Thank you so much Carrie! It is definitely not easy. I try to keep my spirit up and focus on things that makes me happy such as sewing. Temporary spray is not a bad idea. I will look into it. keep smiling my dear and thank you again for stopping by.
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Sewing is my therapy... I developed the passion for sewing about 2 years ago. Follow my journey as a seamstress who is determine to make her entire wardrobe one garment at a time. Thanks for stopping by!
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