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LOCS HAIR re-emerged on the scene like gang busters in the 90’s bringing with it the onslaught of Natural Hair mania!  Despite rumors of it being a passing fad it is undoubtedly here to stay! Natural Hair is nothing new; for as long as there has been hair, in its purest sense, there has been Natural Hair.  So, what is Natural Hair? What is LOCS HAIR?  Today with all of the new found definitions and variations we need some clarity. The first inception of Locs goes back to antiquity. From Jesus’ whose hair was likened to “sheep’s wool” and his fellow Nazarene tribesmen who took a vow to not “shorn or diminish their hair”,to the ancient Sadhus of India (and probably the ancient Dravidians), the ancient Khemites of “Egypt”, the ancient African tribes, and the Nyabinghi and Rastafarian tribes of Jamaica, LOCS HAIR is “deeply rooted” in culture and Spirit. Technically, LOCS HAIR is naturally formed when hair that is highly coiled or spiraled in textureis left to its divin...

Our world is so full of diverse ethnic groups. All these groups are widely known for some aspect that is predominant in their culture. So what is it about our African American counterparts that we admire so much? Their ethnic styling of hair, of course! African Americans have always been blessed with luscious, curly locks that they style in ways we could never pull off completely. Be it au natural or long dreadlocks, African American women have always rocked their so-called ethnic hair so perfectly. So what makes this look even better? Hair accessories would get lost in that gorgeous mane. Plain ponytail holders and jewellery would not complement the hair as much as we would think. Bejewelled hair accessories are another story altogether. With the right amount of bling and sophistication, hair ornaments go well with the ethnic hair and make it look classy. Made with different types of materials and colors, there is a wide range to choose from to adorn your hair for the occasion. ...

Requiem For A Natural Hair Icon: Our Sister Since learning of the death of Titi Branch, the co-founder of Miss Jessie's hair care products, a "Natural Hair Icon" in my book, there has been a heaviness dwelling in my heart and Spirit.  It has compelled me to write this "letter".  This occurrence I call a "selah" moment (from The Bible) meaning a "pause and reflect" moment.   As a Master Pioneer in the natural hair industry who has contributed to paving the way for "natural hair" Love , my first thoughts beyond the pure sadness in my heart was, "be careful what you ask for" . For although I have been in the Natural Hair industry creating phenomenal products and events for the past 30 years,  I never got the BIG DEAL like Carol's Daughter or Miss Jessie's. Many of my customers, friends and loved ones (like myself)    f elt  that I / New Bein' was deserving of it.  Facts...it didn't happen. I though...

I am proud to introduce my new  VLOG: As you know by now creating Hair Jewelry  has been a big part of my life's work and passion.  So... I am going to share this world with you "in person!".  My ultimate goal is to post 3 times a week;  Monday, Wednesday and Friday.  Today I commence this endeavor.  I am excited to share with you.  Click on my " Introduction" below.  Please share, like, subscribe... ALSO...please send me your questions or comments.  I especially want to answer your questions.  Thank You for support and encouragement.  I hope you get value out of it! THE SCHOOL OF LOC & HAIR ADORNMENT

Grace is one of those beautiful words which kindles images of ancient glories, Queens, and of the most beautiful dancers.  I have had this very strong feeling to write about Grace lately, as it has become one of the most important and significant principles in my Life.  Like many, I had a very casual and even perhaps infantile understanding of this concept of "Grace".  My first recollections of it came from my childhood upbringing in which I was simply taught to "say Grace" before eating.  The only other references to grace were the occasional references to someone being graceful in the way they physically moved. Even today to hear one speak of someone's "graciousness" is rare. Grace in its fullest and highest understanding is profound when you mature up to it and it is revealed to you.  In the spiritual sense, it is so deep and ever present in our lives that, like the wind or the air we breathe we can't see it so we just take it for granted....

Something has been ruminating in my Spirit for a while now.  It is a subject that continually comes into my daily life and into the lives of others that I observe.  It is a universal and perpetual conversation of humanity. I believe it is something that we all reckon with until we leave here. What is it you ask?  It is the concept of   "the process". It is spoken of very matter-of- factly by most.  As we go through personal trials and tribulations, feelings of doubt, challenges, not understanding...Life, we usually comfort ourselves with the notion and satisfaction that well, "Life is a process...it is a process." The depth of this concept however is really profound if you are trying to grasp it and work powerfully with it.  We all know the cliches'...the journey of a thousand miles begins with the first step...the race is given not to the swift but to the one that endures to the end, etc. On the court (in Life) however, it is a lot easier said...

There is one thing that anyone would want in a time of emergency like when there’s a “blackout” -  that is, a “generator”.  A generator turns on the power and sustains a source of light and electricity sufficient to run everything within your home.  Most of the time, we go through our daily lives and only think about a “generator” when disaster or an emergency strikes.  This is much akin to how we live our personal lives. What are you generating? What do you generate on a daily basis? There is a living power source within all of us which is available for us to tap into every day of our lives.  As human beings we have the ability “to generate” the kind of life we want to live.  We express this primarily in how we think and speak; our thoughts and words.  These in effect create our reality.   First thing in the morning, when you arise, what do you generate? What are your first thoughts?  Are you a subject or a victim of whatever sh...