I'm a Natural Leader!

I'm loving my natural hair journey so much that I've decided to share it with the world. Check me out on Natural Nashville http://www.natural-nashville.com/2011/11/natural-leader-mesha-let-her-light.html . Maybe I'll be featured on other awesome natural hair sites in the near future ;) Enjoy!

Speaking of hair...

Since my natural hair is out full time now I've been focused on developing a consistent regimen all the while trying not to become a product junkie. Here lately I've been using Shea Moisture's Moisture Retention Shampoo and Conditioner weekly/bi weekly (depends on my schedule if I can wash weekly or every 2 weeks). I've done a couple co-washes with HE's Hello Hydration, just to refresh my hair with moisture so I can re-twist, etc. My hair craves moisture but a natural friend of mine said she heard from one of the natural hair vloggers that once you're out of the TWA stage you shouldn't co-wash. I need to research that one. Last month I purchased Anita Grant's banana rhassoul condish cubes. I think I want to contiune with these cubes as a montly DC. I was rushing when I used it because I had to go to a wedding so I'll do a full review later this month. I still love raw shea butter and moisturize my hair with it. I recently ordered more Shi Naturals Creamy Leave-in (love the original formula) but this time opted for the Najama Heavy Cream formula to see if it would help more. It's so light and creamy and my hair just drinks it right up! I'm going to add a monthly clarifying shampoo session to my regimen with Avalon Organics Lemon Clarifying Shampoo. I tried it last week and like it. My scalp and hair felt clean and soft. I love scalp massages and want to train myself to incorporate these more. I use grapeseed oil as my base and add in a few drops of peppermint oil and a drop or 2 of lavendar oil and it makes a great massage oil. During the week I use a refreshing spritz mix of distilled water and jojoba oil.

My plan is to write down each step and post it on my bathroom mirror until I have it totally down pact. I would love to discover the perfect products for my hair. Nothing against Shea Moisture though. It is very affordable and easily accessible since I live close to Target. It gets the job done, plus it uses shea butter and I love shea butter.

The Hair!

Finally my natural hair is out for public viewing and I love it! After a whole year of covering it up with wigs and weaves, she's finally free! My two year natural hair anniversary is in January 2012! #Excited. I'm so glad I decided to go on this journey. I love my hair. I'm always playing in it (which could become a problem) and changing up my hairstyle. I'm learning to ignore the stares and out of line comments. I just smile and keep it moving. I've learned that no matter what you do there will always be someone who doesn't like it. OH WELL! It's my hair, on my head and I'm gonna let it shine, let it shine, let it shine!

I'm still here ;) and other good stuff

My, my, my it's been a long time since I have updated my blogger. Lots of things have changed for the better. I'm growing deeper with God :). I'm still natural! I've been working on my jewelry line. Today starts off Breast Cancer Awareness month. I've been adding to the Pink for Barbara Collection. I plan on donating a portion of proceeds again this year to research and support via The Sisters Network, Inc. I'm also looking into Y-Me. They seem like a really cool and dedicated organization. I also plan on doing my 30 days of pink this year again. 30 days of pink is where I wear something pink everyday for breast cancer awareness. Exciting!

Check out my new additions to the store here

I've had my hair in a protective style (via sew-ins) for the past 6 months. I wore my real hair out several times this summer and I've obtained so much growth! yay! In a couple weeks the weave is coming out for good. :) I can't wait to wash and condition my hair, and yes, do a length check. My hair is still super thick as ever! Love it!

Lastly, I've been working on my photography skills. It's so fun! I've acted as photographer for a few events and did a photoshoot for my friends sister. I'm thinking of starting a Tumblr and adding my pics there. Idk...

Making "Black Shatter" by OPI Worth Your While

(These are not my nails, they are La La Vasquez's) I had been trying to get my hands on OPI's Black Shatter nail polish. I remember having crackle nail polish when I was younger and I loved it! I am on the waiting list at Trade Secret since this nail polish is all the rage right now.

I love how La La nails are two-toned (pink and white) with the shatter polish over them. Can't wait to try this instead of just putting the shatter over a single shade of nail polish.

Get it Jen!

Jennifer Hudson looked amazing last night as she celebrated her new album (I Remember Me) release! #Motivation

Her CD debuted today, 3-22-11

Why I Rock the Red Pump

"I don't take wearing my pumps lightly and the fact that I am wearing them for a great cause today makes it even more worth it!" -Mesha

I saw Red Pump badges on several blogs last year but didn't really take the time to click on them and see what they were all about. A few weeks ago someone "tweeted" about The Red Pump Project and I felt the urge to see what it was. I immediately fell in love with what it stood for and its purpose and told myself I have to show my support. I began reading the statistics via the Centers for Disease Control and became overcome with emotion. I remember when I was younger (in the 90's) and the media made it seem as if HIV/AIDS was only relevant in Africa and homosexual men and drug users in America. I also remember watching a talk show and seeing Hydeia Broadbent talking aout how she was born with AIDS yet the disease still seemed so far away. I only knew of one family member that contracted and died of AIDS, yet again the disease still seemed so far away. Those stats on CDC's site were so alarming to me. It's real. It's here and it's closer than I think. One of God's purposes for me is to help people(especially young women), whether it's by words or deeds, hugs, smiles, or just listening, I am supposed to help. So if me writing a post about HIV/AIDS Awareness, sending out a tweet or just talking to a random stranger about why this is so important, can help someone realize that this disease is not a game, then I have done my part.