No. It's got a brownish color to it. I guess you'd call it off black or
dark dark brown. Plus the sparkly gray sprinkled through it. :-) The gray
doesn't really show up on the pictures though.
-- Sandy
SL - 8 months
In a message dated 4/2/01 3:59:38 AM Pacific Daylight Time,
Hello:
I just received my copy of Authentic hair
(http://www.Authentichair.com). It has been a long wait and worth it.
The pictures and poetry are great. The book is a great inspiration
and source of ideas for this who wear locks and other natural styles (
note, however, that book is focused more on locks). If you liked
Dreads, you'll like this Coffee table book even more.
Cheers,
Angel
Sorry everyone I will update the link:
We've moved...
is now available at http://www.blackhealthnetwork.com
Please make a note and update your bookmarks!
blackscorpio52@... wrote:
I like all the links you put up on your website... but I couldn't get
the "Black Health Resources" to work. I really wanted to see that
one. Can you tell me if its on the blink or maybe it's just on my
computer. Thanks.
Jennifer
Sisterlocked 2/09/01
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Hmmm...I couldn't get that to work...
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Hello. My hair was all natural also when I got mine. I either twisted or
coiled the ends that were not in the SL pattern, using a non-alcohol gel.
They stayed and locked. Hope this helps.
Verlette
I love that survey at the end... lots of locked sistahs vote I see.
Jennifer
Sisterlocked 2/09/01
I like all the links you put up on your website... but I couldn't get
the "Black Health Resources" to work. I really wanted to see that
one. Can you tell me if its on the blink or maybe it's just on my
computer. Thanks.
Jennifer
Sisterlocked 2/09/01
Your pics look good, Luvi. I like the twists and the TWA.
Jennifer
Sisterlocked 2/09/01
P.S. Although you look better with the twists and TWA (because it's
your natural hair), you looked really good in the posed, permed-head
pic. :)
Thanks for the compliment. You know I didn't get very many when I first went
natural...that really bothered me but not enough to go back to perms. I had
someone ask my just yesterday if I was going to stay au natural. I told her yes
and that I would be loc'd by the end of the year. I was surprised that I didn't
get that "Why you wanna do that" speech.
Anyway, thanks for the compliment! :)
Oh no. They're still there. Approximately an inch of perm is still on the
ends.
I can remember thinking the same way about other peoples' Sisterlocks....
so I *really* take that as a major compliment! :-) I know how I felt when
I would say that.
The pic is so clear because it's a 1.3 megapixel camera... one of the more
expensive ones. Not all digitals get resolution that high, and I'm not
sure but I don't think they all have a zoom either, although I'm not really
positive about the zoom part.
I've never really looked at digital cameras to know that much about
them. I just know that I saw this one a year ago and wanted it really
bad. But it's always been a $500 camera, so I couldn't afford it. But
when I saw it on HSN at $298, I jumped!
-- Sandy
SL - 8 months
You can always set your subscription to digest so you get one email with
the day's messages on it.
-- Sandy
SL - 8 months
Wow, your digital camera takes a crystal-clear picture! And your
Sisterlocks... they are really beautiful. They are really thick and
full... do you have any of the permed ends left or have you snipped
them off? Wow, I can't wait until mine widen out like yours have.
I have a quick question about your camera: I read the posts about
what type camera it is, but is the pic so clear because you have a
zoom feature? Do all digital cameras have a zoom?
Thanks,
Jennifer
In a message dated 3/31/01 9:42:28 PM Pacific Daylight Time,
--- In LockItUp@y..., Sandy Fields <dia
I have been given the OK to use other shampoos as long as they don't
have conditioners which the shea butter shampoo does. So,I guess it
isn't for me yet.
Carol
Sisterlocked since 9/16/00 :)
I heat 2 cups of water in the microwave. Then I put 2 tbsp of the rinse
into the muslin bag and tie the string. I put the muslin bag into the hot
water. Then I wash my hair. By the time I'm done washing my hair, the
rinse has steeped quite well and has cooled off enough to use. I squeeze
the bag to get every drop of the herbs into the rinse/tea.
I have a big metal bowl which I put in the bathtub. I bend over the bowl
and pour the rinse through my hair, catching it in the bowl. Then I pour
it from the bowl back into the cup and pour it through my hair again. I do
this 3 or 4 times until the rinse is pretty much gone.
Not until your consultant says it's OK for you to use other
products. Don't mess with anything but the Sisterlocks starter shampoo
until your consultant says it's OK.
-- Sandy
SL - 8 months
I washed mine after 3 weeks. But my hair isn't as fine as yours. You
might want to call Sheila and ask her before you wash it. I do think the
shampoo will help you to lock. Just follow the braiding and banding
directions very carefully and be very gentle with your hair.
-- Sandy
SL - 8 months
Hey Sandy,
I just got my order from Ebene naturals. How do you mix your rinse?
I did not realize it is a dry formula. I don't have a muslin bag or
know what that is. I have a strainer that I use for pasta. Will
that work? Do I put the Herbal rinse in the strainer and then pour
water over it as the directions say(sounds strange to me) or Should I
mix it first then strain it?
I also ordered the shea butter shampoo. I thought that I would try
something else from them especially since the postage is more than
the price of one item.
Anyway it has shea butter and conditoners. My consultant said no
conditioning shampoo but I remember your explanation of conditioners
versus detanglers. Do you think that this shampoo is safe to use on
6 1/2 month Sisterlocks?
I think that my main consern now is getting the greasy deposits and
lint in the locks. Shea butter is usually so thick. I may have to
shelf that shampoo for a while or let the others use it. I am sure
it is good stuff but maybe not for me yet.
Thanks
Carol
Sisterlocked since 9/16/00 :)
This topic is on my mind, went searching the archives, and VOILA!!!
Thanks again, all, for sharing.
'Minah 'Minah
Psssst - I'm really getting excited about - YOU KNOW - Conference!!
do before you wash it. I wash every other week and to be honest I
really don't look forward to it. I would do it weekly if I didn't
have to band. It was especially tedious in the beginning when my
hair was shorter and then I have to roll it since I prefer the curly
style while my puffy ends are still unlocked. Just a thought.
*Very* nice, Missy! You do plan to link the two pages together, don't you?
-- Sandy
SL - 8 months
It roughens the cuticle of the hair I've been told.
Will it be noticeable after one, two . . . shampoos? Just dawned on
me, I've been waiting to wash my hair (not sure why), but if it does
that which Sheila said, perhaps I should be washing away.
Oh, and I begin working out at gym again today (been putting it off
long enough) - so might be a good time to begin washing it, as it
will be sweaty and full of body salt from working out.
Page 2, and Im still looking for a message board.....to add to it then Im
finished..sorry to bug you all.
http://sites.netscape.net/missyla2u/sisterlocks2
Missy - I'm addicted to books~
Sisterlocks-12/2/00 (90days +)
http://sites.netscape.net/missyla2u/sisterlocks
Some of you have expressed an interest in learning about creating web
pages. I just discovered a site that has free courses. I have no idea how
good or bad these courses are, but I'm sure it at least gives you a decent
foundation to build on. The url is http://www.draac.com/
-- Sandy
SL - 8 months
Beseen.com has free message boards. Globalguest.com has them too. Those
are the only two I can think of offhand.
-- Sandy
SL - 8 months
I am searching for free message boards to add to my webpage.
If anyone finds any URL of colour or for sistahs please let me know...thanks I
tried GuestForum.com there is a glitch in the email portion of it. It keeps
telling me my verify email is different from my email.
Missy - I'm addicted to books~
Sisterlocks-12/2/00 (90days +)
http://sites.netscape.net/missyla2u/sisterlocks
I sat the camera on top of my computer and set it for delayed flash. Then
I positioned myself in front of it, hoping I'd be somewhat centered. As it
turns out, I wasn't in the center, but that's OK cuz I cropped the picture
after I got it into the computer. This worked out quite well. It looks
like I'll be updating my website a lot sooner in the future since I won't
have to wait until I get a roll of film used up before I can get them
developed.
-- Sandy
SL - 8 months
I know! I was really amazed at the clarity.
It's a Fujifilm FinePix 1400Zoom
I got it for $298 on HSN (5 monthly payments <g
I love this camera!!
-- Sandy
Looks good sweetie. I did the same thing with my last set of pictures, which is
why my eyes are in the top of my head,.....lol Your picture looks normal
http://sites.netscape.net/missyla2u/sisterlocks
I did a little something this weekend, please let me know if I have left off
anyones URL. If I have Im so sorry, this is all new to me. I was trying to grab
all links I could. Pat I have yours and will add them once your up and running
again. I was wondering about a title for this page...or should I leave it...Im
thinking of leaving it.
Missy - I'm addicted to books~
Sisterlocks-12/2/00 (90days +)
http://sites.netscape.net/missyla2u/sisterlocks
Sandy,
what kind of camera was that? That was are really clear shot!
Smile....
It makes people wonder what you're up to...
..· ´¨¨)) -:¦:-
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((¸¸.·´ ..·´ Charmaine -:¦:-
-:¦:- ((¸¸.·´*
Sorry for the cross post, but Im not sure which list who is one, and I wanted to
do a mass email.
I wanted to thank everyone for signing my page, Jennifer and Sandy thank you for
the kinds words. One of the hesitations I had about doing the page was my
grammar, I'm never sure if I am wording something right.
For those of you who emailed me personally to pass on the words of encouragement
thank you as well. Im sitting here today trying to figure out how to set up a
links page...and connect it to the page.
Missy - I'm addicted to books~
Sisterlocks-12/2/00 (90days +)
http://sites.netscape.net/missyla2u/sisterlocks
she usta get all the compliments and no one said a thing to me. It
made me feel wow does my hair not look like locs...now last night or
yesterday she asked me I guess its time to getmy har re-tightened it
must look jacked...lol I never answered. Some thing are best left
unsaid.
That's funny. I have always thought that my hair looks its best when
it needs retightening.
Before I left to pick up my daughter yesterday I looked in the mirror
and thought that maybe I should curl my ends and said "Nah I don't
feel like it." My hair is still wavy from the last shampoo and
braiding but my ends are straight because about 2" is still relaxed.
So I was thinking that my hair probably doesn't look so good because
the straight ends kind of stick out in places.
When I was waiting for my daughter one of the parents turned to me
and said that my hair looked gorgeous. That was the best compliment
so far. I mean not cute, or nice but GORGEOUS!
Carol
SL since 9/16/00 :)
Ya see, Missy? It's only been three months, and your hair is bringing you
compliments left and right. Take notes, Aminah!
-- Sandy
SL - 8 months
Well I gotta say you were rockin' the perm in that glamour shot!
But the twists are better. Somehow natural hair brings out a woman's
face. It seems to let your inner glow shine through... especially from the
eyes.
Love the pics!
-- Sandy
SL - 8 months
It might have been catty, but it also would have been TRUE!
-- Sandy
SL - 8 months
Carol, if I am not mistaking Amazon has the nets at the shop. If she doesn't I
am sure she can direct you how to purchase. Also u know they moved from
Peoria...or at least I think they did.
Missy - I'm addicted to books~
Sisterlocks-12/2/00 (90days +)
http://sites.netscape.net/missyla2u/sisterlocks
How did you achieve this style. Do you pick it out then pull it back or do
you pull it back while wet or do you pull it back dry. I think that style
looks amazing... i love seeing natural styles....
Charmaine
Charmaine I got yours from my webpage sis....thanks for re-sending it thou cuz i
had it wrong...
"Ms. Audacity" <nu_aka@...
Missy you can add my page too (same goes for any of you other sistahs
that would like to add my page to your links.
www.geocities.com/nu_aka/index.htm
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For the first time I had someone come up to me and ask me "Are those
Sisterlocks" I was feeling real good about my hair all week, and this made me
feel even better.
In oneday I had 3 ppl ask about my hair back to back during different points of
my day. After the first sister in the deli, I moved on to the Community Center
where I volunteer yesterday ,and 2 sistah asked Hey Laverne whats in your hair
twist?? I said twist why u ask that do they look like twist..she said no but
they can't be loc cuz they are so small and neatr.
Yall know where I went after that....
Then while waiting to get into the space downstair at the center, another sistah
came up to me and touched my hair and said u always had your hair like this when
you come here I said yues, but my hair looks different everyday. Its its own
ameoba...she laughed and touched it. Then said those interlock or Sisterlocks..I
said SL, whats interlockng???
I love my hair and the attention it gets cuz it means I am education folks about
loc not always having to be wide and have the matting look, Im also giving them
another option to add to their list of natural haircare.
Missy - I'm addicted to books~
Sisterlocks-12/2/00 (90days +)
http://sites.netscape.net/missyla2u/sisterlocks
blackscorpio52@... wrote:
Wow, Missy, this net weave is really cool! I have some friends who
could use this service while growing out their hair from bad perm
burns. Thanks for the info...
Jennifer
Sisterlocked 2/09/01
Jennifer you are very welcome......I am just glad that jamillah was around to
help me cuz I was so afraid and so vain well huh that's not vain what was i
going to do. u know...so I hope I have helped you in some kinda way as well.
Just make sure when u get patches or any kind in your hair and you do a weave
...don't let the stylish use any glue to weave your hair....
Missy - I'm addicted to books~
Sisterlocks-12/2/00 (90days +)
http://sites.netscape.net/missyla2u/sisterlocks
I am concerned [or was the word afraid] "those people" are ruining
your hair!!
Oh, and just FYI, not fazed by it, kinda made me chuckle to 'self.
Hmm, now wouldn't I have been catty if I retorted something to the
effect of, "And, Ann is killing your hair/scalp with that chemiKILL,
Wave Nouveau!!!" Touche!
Message: 4
Date: Fri, 30 Mar 2001 10:42:12 -0800 (PST)
From: Missy <msla2u@...
Subject: Johari - {Hugs}
Wow Empowerment....U got it goin on sis!
I would love your hands in my head
As I rub my locks I will love them even the ones that
have decided to put on a space suit and fly West and
their on the Eastside...
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GURRRRRLLLLLLLL
YOU
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FUNNY!!! LOL LOL LOL LOL LOL LOL
I'm still laughing. I'm helping my sister who just had total knee replacement
surgery and she laughed so hard I thought she would fall off the couch. When
I visualize locs in space well.....LOL LOL LOL and going west while living on
the Eastside.......LOL LOL LOL you brought tears to MY eyes. I'll put my
healing hands in your head and you can use your healing humor on me.
Sometimes I get to deep for my own self. Maybe it's the degrees in Philosophy
and Comparative Religions. Thank you, thank you thank you.
Locs in space.......hummmmm you think we can get a TV pilot?? LOL LOL LOL
Johari's Locks and Braids
6696 Chatsworth
Columbus Oh 43068
614-866-6666
or
I go and do hair in the following locations once a month:
Dayton Oh.
Louisville Ky.
Lexington Ky.
Hey Ladies,
I'm getting a lesson in patience and I don't even have my SL yet.
Just when I was ready to schedule my consultation...I had to spend
money on my car and my house and it wasn't optional stuff. Cars do
not roll without tires, and the mortgage company won't ignore a
negative escrow. Anyway....I have to wait on my locs some more! But
I decision to go ahead and post my "journey pictures." I just cannot
wait.
In a message dated 3/31/01 5:22:04 AM Pacific Daylight Time,
Yeah, but they make them WAY too big and then it takes a lot of work to get
them sized down for the web. If you'll just have them developed normally
and mail them to me, I'll scan them for you.
Or... can you tell the folks at Walgreen to use no higher htan 150
resolution when they put them on the disk? I've never had my pictures put
on a disk, so I don't know much about it.
-- Sandy
I looked at that amazing before and after picture again and it looks
like maybe they used just a regular hair net.
When I learned the technique about a year ago I was told that it had
to be some special kind of net used to make toupees for men. Then I
forgot about it when I could not find one until now.
One way on another I will try this on Mom. Her hair is all natural
but she still wants it covered mostly because of that bald patch in
the top. It will not fill in because she has been natural for years
and her hair has grown very well everywhere but that patch.
Carol
SL since 9/16/00
Missy, I learned how to do that net weave with latch hooking. The
problem is that I have not been able to find a net. I have tried all
of the beauty stores in my area and only one had nets but the holes
were too small to fit the latch hook through.
Do you know of any place that sells those nets here?
I am asking because my mother has a bald patch in the top of her head
and she has been wanting me to do that net weave on her. I have been
doing the weaves with the tracks and sometimes the latch hook with
her but it is always a problem when we get to that patch.
Thanks for the link. That is a very interesting site. I guess I can
call them and ask them if they are selling the nets.
Carol
SL since 9/16/00
Thank You for the compliment Sandy... Ya'll got me blushing over
here.... *keep it coming* LOL
Thank you!!! thanks to everyone who replied...you guys dont know how
much I needed to read all of the words u guys wrote! Today as I was
doing my chores I was tinking ..I should just wash this hair and get
a perm! Then I'd be like no Im going to keep my locks. I got online
before taking my shower. Im so gald I did!!! There is no doubt that
Im keeping my locks and Im going to enjoy this journey. Im going to
wash them and take that wonderful bath and read an uplifting book
like someone suggested..
I love you ladies...u are the best
also Im going to take some pics..dont know how to put them online..Im
going to walgreens and have them put on a disk..will that work?
Your coils are gorgeous! They look like a professional did them! I gotta
remember to add your site to my links page. I don't know how I forgot.
-- Sandy
SL - 8 months
Sister Johari,
Who are you???? R U one sent from God or something????!!!!!!!
Gladtameetcha.
My baby lives in Columbus, and as my S.L. were installed by students
I am basically Consultantless.
I've been reading so much about the relationship one establishes with
"their consultant" and I'm thinking, "I don't have one!" [she whines].
Seriously, my baby lives in Columbus and I was planning on looking to
Columbus to establish myself with a regular Sisterlocks technician.
Are you open for business?
It's my understanding I need to be looking forward to a retightening
in about three weeks (got installed 3/23).
Thanks for including your number, i'll put with my business numbers
and will be in touch.
Thank you again for the sage advice which I summed up to, "Chill
out!".
Have a blessed weekend.
I was in the same situation, with locks being done by students, no consultant
to establish a relationship with. I have been investigating the possibility
of getting sisterlocks since June. Took the step in January, but the locks
were not to my liking, They were all connected , with no chance of seperating
them unless dead hair is left in the lock. I hated the fact of having to
live with this.
After calling home office a couple of times, I believe I have finally located
a reasonable consultant. Will be getting my locks on the 16th and 17th.
Hopefully, she will take the old ones down and make all the locks the size of
the sample ones she put in. I might also add she is very reasonable, nowhere
near the $800, charged by the other business.
I am eagerly awaiting my locks.
I would suggest you contact home office and request the list of consultants
and happy hunting.
"To acquire knowledge, one must study; but to
acquire wisdom, one must observe."
Missy, I could cry. I am so glad you understand and thank you for the
information on the net weave. I had never heard of that before, just from
looking at the before and after pictures on the site you sent me, the
technique works like a miracle. I may not have to pursue that avenue, but
it's a relief to know that option is available.
Missy you can add my page too (same goes for any of you other sistahs
that would like to add my page to your links.
www.geocities.com/nu_aka/index.htm
I agree with you Jennifer. I think that is why they call it a hair "journey"',
because you will discover so many things. You may discover that in additional
to internal changes you will need to make some external changes as well (which
in some cases may include the people you hang around with). My goal is to never
hang around with anyone who drains my energy.
I remember reading once about -Preparing ourselves for those times that try our
souls! When you have those days where you want to crawl back into bed and pull
the covers over your head. Keep on hand some small indulgences-Take a luxurious
bubble bath with sweet smelling oils and salts, indulge yourself with some
delectable treats to nibble, an enchanting book to remind you of happy times,
and something lovely to sip. What else do you need to pamper your weary
spirit???
Devon
SL 11/3/00
Brinasia, I am so sorry your friend chose to launch negative vibes at
you and your Sisterlocks. Sometimes people who are envious say
negative things to make themselves feel better about their own
choices. Your friend may have been feel a little insecure about your
own hair choices and/or looks. I know sometimes its easier said than
done, but you must try to not take negative comments from others
personally. I have found that many women who do not wear their hair
in natural hairstyles say negative things about those of us who do
wear twists, TWAs, Sisterlocks, and traditional locks because they're
feeling insecure within themselves.
Please know that we at this discussion group send love and support
out to you, Brinasia. When someone says a negative comment to you,
bring it here and we'll deal with it with you. I wish you could post
a pic of your SL's so we could all see how beautiful you no doubt
look! Tell yourself something positive about your SL's everyday.
And, if your friend cannot offer you support and not throw negative
statements your way, you may need to avoid going around her often. A
part of the choices we make in our lives has to do with choosing who
to be around and who not to be around. For example, if you had a
boyfriend that constantly beat you up about something, then you'd
eventually cut him loose. By the same token, if you have a friend
who is assaulting you and your SL's with negativity, then you might
have to cut them loose... even if only for a short time.
In any event, please know that you made the right choice with getting
your SL's and as they mature, so will your love for them. Now, hold
your head up, stand with your back straight, stretch out both your
arms, and get this HUG I'm sending your way... :-)
Jennifer
Sisterlocked 2/09/01
she took me to Kid Capris shop in the Bronx and T gave me a Net
Weave....girl I was crying I was so happy. I kept the net weave in
for about 6 months, and when they took it down...my hair filled out.
Wow, Missy, this net weave is really cool! I have some friends who
could use this service while growing out their hair from bad perm
burns. Thanks for the info...
Jennifer
Sisterlocked 2/09/01
***********
You are very welcome sis. I can hear some serious
reservation and frustration in your words. I have been
there.
***********
When I had this horrible allergic reaction, I lost all
my hair. I was outta my mind sis I had no idea what to
do. I was not knowledgable about hair only, braid,
wave nouveau, and perms. I knew that wouldn't work.
Someone suggested I buy a wig. Umm I thought about it
and it would have been a good idea, (this is where the
vanity comes in) i had just meet someone and I
couldn't imagine looking one way and when it was time
to go to bed I had to take a part of me off and sit it
on the dresser....that was not going to work.
So my co-worker who is a round the way girl....saw my
pain...I explained to here what was going on. She
asked me if I had $150.00 or could I get it I told her
"heck yes" she took me to Kid Capris shop in the Bronx
and T gave me a Net Weave....girl I was crying I was
so happy. I kept the net weave in for about 6 months,
and when they took it down...my hair filled out.
Here's a look of how its done....
http://www.essenceofbraiding.com/
P{lease keep you head up sis, I know its hard and
trust me I know i know.....Here's my arms filled with
hugs for u...
=====
Missy - I'm addicted to books~
Sisterlocks-12/2/00 (90days +)
http://sites.netscape.net/missyla2u/sisterlocks
Thanks Jennifer,
I just redid my twist... I thought that I could touch them up with
help from the jar of beeswax that I had but I was mistaken... i had
to wash that mess out of my hair last night and then I retwisted them
this eventing.... Thanks again for the compliments.
(I don't have a traditional bible, what book is Dan,. never heard of
it?)
Oh, Daniel:
It is the 27th book of the Bible, in the Hebrew Scriptures. Written
by prophet, Daniel, written in Babylon, completed 536 B.C.E.,
covering a time period of 618-c. 536 B.C.E.
It's a good, meaningful, read, as it discusses the nations of the
world and gives forevisions of the power struggle of the great
dynasties from Daniel's time down till "the time of the end", i.e.,
world history written in advance. It then leads up to a climax in
showing what comes to pass "in the final part of the days".
One thing you'd get from considering it's text is great appreciation
of God's power of prophecy and his assurances of protection and
blessing for his people.
Let me know if you'd like more info.
Have a blessed weekend.
Yours in loced love,
'Minah 'Minah
Missy,
Thanks for the words of encouragement, I really need it right now. You
mentioned that you were once patches, I'm sort of in that stage right now.
How did you wear your hair to get passed that stage? And your right, it
really is about loving yourself no matter what the length of your hair, but
sometimes that's hard to do.
individuality of YOUR individual hair strands. I encourage new lock
customers to look in the mirror everyday and tell their hair and
themselves "I love you just the way you are. I am perfect and divine
exactly as I am where I am." Talk to your locks like you would your
child, hold them, caress them, love on them. For they are your crown
and your antenna's to the creator. Nurture them and protect them and
Johari, this is one of the most "perfect" things I have ever read!
When I read your comments, I got goose bumps on my arms and it
resonated throughout my spine. Thank you for putting into words what
I tend to do with my newbie Sisterlocks. As I spritz my SL's each
day, I talk to them and to God at the same time, and I look forward
to these sessions at the end of my long commute (in traffic) from my
work to my home. You are indeed insightful.
Thank you,
Jennifer
Sisterlocked 2/09/01
It makes sense. Actually there's a special on tv this weekend... on the
Discovery Channel I think... where they did a mock-up of what Jesus
probably looked like -- based on anthropological finds in the area, skull
types and sizes, etc. The mock-up is dark-skinned with tightly curled
hair. I gotta remember to watch that.
It's the book of Daniel in the Old Testament.
-- Sandy
SL - 8 months
Atta girl Minah!!! Love dem locks!!
-- Sandy
SL - 8 months
The book in the Bible is Daniel....
--- Aminah <lovinlocks@...
Gurl I need new glasses I didn't see or read a thing
about "Sage" are we saying Sage as in herb or some hip
form of the word??
Missy who is really confused at this moment...
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Missy - I'm addicted to books~
Sisterlocks-12/2/00 (90days +)
http://sites.netscape.net/missyla2u/sisterlocks
I found this website purely by surfing. I read this essay from it and
wonder if its true...here's a part of it. Its 35 pages long, but I
only copy and pasted a few lines...
Nappy hair is 'divine' - the choice of God!
Like Christ, "His son" and all the founders of world religions, God
Himself has kinky, nappy hair -according to the Bible, where God or
the "Ancient of Days" is described as having "hair like the pure
wool." (Dan. 7:9)
(I don't have a traditional bible, what book is Dan,. never heard of
it?)
http://www.endarkenment.com/hair/essays/
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What Sage advise I love Sage....its in my home all
over and most ppl need to be smudged b4 entering...so
what advice did I miss. I love the learnings of
Sage....
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Missy - I'm addicted to books~
Sisterlocks-12/2/00 (90days +)
http://sites.netscape.net/missyla2u/sisterlocks
Hey yaw'll, just passed a mirror and my locs are like - out there,
sticking out sideways (the top is flat) . . .
I looked, rubbed my hand through 'em, and went on.
WHY YA PLAYIN'!!!!! A girl could get used ta dis!! :-) Snicker,
snicker, tee, hee, hee!
Uh ohhh, I hear a song comin' on:
"I'm baaad, I'm bad, jam on!!! And the whole world has to answer
right now just to tell you ONCE AGIIIN. Whose Baaad???"
'Minah 'Minah and the rest of her Sisterlocked sistren and brethren,
that's whose baaaad!
Woooooooo weeeeeeeeee it'z Fryday!
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Wow Im on lunch reading mail b/c I don't like to have
s much by the time I get home. Well this is one email
I should have read at home..cuz now my soup is stuck
in my throat. This was so sweet touching and real it
made me cry. Wow Empowerment....U got it goin on sis!
I would love your hands in my head
As I rub my locks I will love them even the ones that
have decided to put on a space suit and fly West and
their on the Eastside...
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Missy - I'm addicted to books~
Sisterlocks-12/2/00 (90days +)
http://sites.netscape.net/missyla2u/sisterlocks
Sister Johari,
Who are you???? R U one sent from God or something????!!!!!!!
Gladtameetcha.
My baby lives in Columbus, and as my S.L. were installed by students
I am basically Consultantless.
I've been reading so much about the relationship one establishes with
"their consultant" and I'm thinking, "I don't have one!" [she whines].
Seriously, my baby lives in Columbus and I was planning on looking to
Columbus to establish myself with a regular Sisterlocks technician.
Are you open for business?
It's my understanding I need to be looking forward to a retightening
in about three weeks (got installed 3/23).
Thanks for including your number, i'll put with my business numbers
and will be in touch.
Thank you again for the sage advice which I summed up to, "Chill
out!".
Have a blessed weekend.
In a message dated 3/30/01 6:23:58 AM Pacific Daylight Time,
My questions exactly, any updated information regarding this?
I'm searching the archives for information re. when you first get
S.L.'s, etc.
In a message dated 3/29/01 1:40:53 PM Pacific Standard Time,
aksurfer99@... writes:
That's how mine are! My hair is a straight/wavy mixture & very coarse &
wiry. My locs look like little shirley temple curls all over.
Unfortunately, I think it's going to take at least a year for my hair to loc.
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So sorry you are feeling discouraged, Brinasia. Your locks will get
better with time... a lot of people tried to tell me that before I
got my SL's put in and they were right! If you're feeling a little
down because it takes so long to get your retightenings, then your
consultant should be able to combine some of your micros once your
locks mature enough. Since you have about 4 inches of locked and 2-3
inches of permed ends, I bet your hair is really pretty when you curl
it up... sounds pretty to me! I can tell you that having Sisterlocks
is definitely a "journey" and "not a hairstyle," as the slogan goes.
But, I didn't really appreciate that until I got the Sisterlocks put
in. I can imagine that you might feel discouraged after having them
for five months and it is still taking that long to retighten them.
But, please keep in mind that most things worth having take time and
effort. And, look on the bright side... at least you are not
experiencing pain anymore... that's a plus.
Jennifer
Sisterlocked 2/09/01
I'm kinda feeling discouraged about my Sisterlocks. I previously
wrote about painful tightenings, but now I have another consultant.
The thing that is discouraging me now is that my locs are very very
small. My new consultant says they are micro. I originally asked for
medium sized parts according to the card u get at ur first
consultation. The new consultant says she can say, take 3 locs, take
down the middle one and split that between the other two. Boy i hope
u can follow that. Does this sound like something that is normally
done? To give u an idea of how many locs I have. It took her 8 hours
to retighten. Normally it takes her 3-4! Also i have permed ends.
About 2-3 inched permed and unlocked. About 4 loced. Ive been loced
for 5 months. i used the Caruso curlers everyday. I dont like doing
that everyday but if i dont its this stringy mess! if i roller set it
its too tight and curly!!!! please lady's some words of
enyycouragement!!! sorry i went on so long!!
Brinasia
Just click the link at the bottom of this email
to visit the site....
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Just my .08 cent
Alpha Kappa Alpha For Life
Nappily Happy since January 2000
http://www.geocities.com/nu_aka/index.htm
My Journey To Nappiness Sign My GuestBook!
I just updated my journey page on my site so check it out guys...
Please Sign my guestbook if you stop by...
Thanks
Charmaine
www.geocities.com/nu_aka/index.htm
Actually I posted this information to this group on the 26th. It came from
November 2000 issue of Black Enterprise Magazine and was posted to
the Nappy Hair Affair email group at that time. I pulled it out this week
and thought it would be a good idea to repost it.
-- Sandy
Hey Everyone,
Happened to turn to the Weather Channel today and saw part of an infomercial
for Turbie Twist...you know a Turban for after your shampoo...like that other
thing (can't remember the name now). Anyway, because I only saw the tail end
of the show I did not hear if they are lint free; but, I figured y'all could
check if interested.
If they are lint free the price is great. You get four Turbie Twist for
$19.99. The number given is (800)464-1441 or website www.smartinventions.com.
Anya
Aminah,
I enjoyed visiting your site. You write well and humorously.
Wanted to tell you that I once saw a lady with soft wavy textured hair that
had SL's. They were simply gorgeous. They took on the appearance of small
spiral curls (Shirley Temple) naturally. She told me she had not rolled
them. She was also gray...a total Silver Fox. I am not sure what she went
through to loc, but I certainly know the end result appeared worth it...her
hair was beautiful and yours will be too.
Anya
CC,
Your daughter Page is sooooo cute!!!. Love those SL's on her. You have
probably saved her a life time of issues with her hair. I shriek when I
think of how many new heads of hair I have grown over the years due to damage
from chemicals.
Can't wait to show my daughter. She loves SL's, but has only seen a couple
of kids pics.
Tell Page I also love her eyebrows. Mine were similar to hers when I was
young and my grandmother always told me not to cut them...but, of course, I
got fass and did and they have never been the same. Anyway they are very
becoming on her.
Have a good day
Anya
She is loving her locks! Her hair is all natural, so it is locked
practically to the ends. Thanks for the compliment.
I haven't ordered from them recently, but I never had any trouble with my
past orders arriving in a reasonable time. I always got quick responses
whenever I sent them email too.
-- Sandy
SL - 8 months
Welcome, Tracy... I know how you feel about wearing a TWA or any
style that is radically different from what you are accustomed to
wearing. When I cut all my permed, dyed, shoulder-length hair off
back in 1998 (yep... cut it to the scalp, like Michael Jordan), I
chose to wear a wig until my hair grew out enough to get braided
extensions put in. As my hair grew, I discovered this group and had
been reading everyone's supportive posts for one another. After
being chemical free for about three years, I got the Sisterlocks, and
I love them. But, I initially had a personal problem dealing with
the amount of my scalp that showed through. Once again, my little
wig came to the rescue. I was already wearing a micro-braided wig
that's fitted to a headband while my hair was growing and when I
didn't feel like getting it braided. I had a really terrific
Sisterlock consultant (Karen at Sincerely Yours Day Spa, Dallas)who
didn't make me feel bad or ridiculous about my feelings about my
scalp showing through. She suggested I keep wearing my little
microbraided wig until the "sparse" stage is done with, since it
would not damage my SL's at all and might help my fine/soft/fuzzy
hair keep from slipping.
So, you might want to try a light-weight wig until your hair grows
out. The ones that are fitted to a headband work well because the
front part of your hair is out and that provides better air
circulation than a full-cap type wig. Just a suggestion that worked
for me...
Jennifer
CC, your daughter's hair is beautiful. It looks like it has been
locked almost all of the way to the ends. Is her hair all natural or
does she have some relaxer?
I showed her pics to my own daughter. She has been wanting
Sisterlocks but I want her to think about it a little longer. Also, I
don't have the dough for both of us to be Sisterlocked now. That is
why I am saving to take the consultant class this year(hopefully) so
I can maintain both of our heads. Especially since I hav 2 girls and
who knows? the little one may want them one day too.
My older daughter said that she is even willing for me to miss her
13th birthday if I decide to take the class in San Diego so that I
can do her hair.
Anyway, your daughter looks like she is loving her hair in that
picture.
Carol
Sisterlocked 9/16/00
Has anyone recently ordered from Ebene?
I sent an order for Ebene and Carol's Daughter the same day. I got
the stuff from CD pretty quickly even after missing the Fed Ex guy 3
times and my package being sent back to CD and then back to me.
I am still waiting on my package from Ebene. It has been weeks. I
have sent them an email inquiring but still no response.
How long does it usually take them to send an order?
I guess I was impressed with the efficiency of Maverick, CD and the
Sisterlock people. This is my first time ordering from Ebene though.
Carol
Sisterlocked since 9/16/00
Welcome aboard Tracy...I don't have any advise just
words of encouragement....Growing to love you with
short or long hair is a difficult task. I know I look
better with short hair then long, but on any given day
I am grateful for it all, cuz I was once patches, and
that was scarey.
GoOod luck on your journey, and keep us informed.
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Missy - I'm addicted to books~
Sisterlocks-12/2/00 (90days +)
http://sites.netscape.net/missyla2u/sisterlocks
Saw this over at LadyLocs group and thought would be good to share,
pass the "knowledge" on.
Haircair Products Currently On The Market Manufactured By Black-Owned
Companies:
BLACK MAGIC oil sheen, Isoplus & S-Curl Texturizer
Manufactured by JM Products
African Royal, B&B Castor Oil, etc.
Manufactured by Bronner Brothers
PCJ & Luster's Pink Oil
Manufactured by Luster Products
Liv Cream Hairdressing and Conditioner
Manufactured by Summit
Mo' Body No Mix Relaxer & Setting Lotion
Manufactured by Vitale
Dudley's Total Control Styling Spray & Dudley's Scalp Conditioner
Manufactured by Dudley Products
* Dr. Fred Palmer's Ultra Blend & Tone Cream (for your skin)
is also manufactured by Summit
^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^
Haircare Products Currently On The Market Manufactured By Non-Black-
Owned Companies:
African Pride
Manufactured by Revlon
Sta Sof Fro, Dark & Lovely, Soft Sheen Care Free Curl, Soft Sheen's
New Breakthrough Anti Breakage Formula, Optimum Conditioning Shampoo,
Optimum Collagen Moisture Shampoo, Optimum Hair Relaxer, Ultra Sheen,
Gentle Treatment Conditioning Oil Moisturizer, Precise Defining
Spritz, Alternatives Oil Moisturizer, All Products Manufactured by
L'Oreal
TCB, Soft & Beautiful Hair Relaxer, Pro-Line Comb Through Moisturizer
All Products Manufactured by Alberto Culver
Here are the selling patterns of the originally black owned haircare
companies:
Johnson Products sold to IVAX in 1993, then sold to Carson Products
in 1998, then sold to L'Oreal* in the year 2000.
Popular brands of Johnson Products:
Ultra Sheen, Posner, Gentle Treatment
*Department of Justice requires L'Oreal to divest the Johnson
Products name.
Soft Sheen sold to L'Oreal in 1998 Popular brands of Soft Sheen
Products:
Optimum, Wave Nouveau, Care Free Curl
Pro-Line sold to Alberto Culver in the year 2000
Popular brands of Pro-Line Products:
Soft & Beautiful, Just For Me, Comb Thru
Mmmmmmmmmmmm, ain't that something?
I've learned that a TWA looks good on everybody because the shape of it is
naturally customized to the individual's head.
Welcome to the group, Tracy! How long is your hair? How many inches? And
what is the texture?
-- Sandy
GREAT!! Now did you guys sign the guestbook??? Ahem, please do so,
it's so encouraging. Thanks
Hi Everyone,
I'm new to the group I just joined today, my friend Devon called me up
and made me join today. She said you guys were sooo nice and sooo
supportive, so I'm hoping you can help me. I just took the plunge and
quite my job and now I'm going to take another plunge, I'm going to stop
wearing braids. I've been wearing braids for 7 years and my hair is
really short and very damaged as a result of this, so now I'm going to
have to wear the TWA and start from scratch. I'm really scared! I'm
afraid of what I'm going to look like with short hair. I keep thinking,
"what if my short natural hair isn't cute on me?" , "what will the
brothas think?". This is such a major life change for me, more so than
quitting my job (figure that). I eventually want to wear Sisterlocks
but in the mean time I have to get over this hurdle and come out of
these braids. Does anyone have any suggestion for a good stylist or
barber in the Bay Area or any alternative to wearing the TWA?
Thanks,
Tracy
Aminah, girl,
I will be there. Your locs are looking good. I know you were
concerned at first. You will probably want to take the retightening
class sooner that most so that you can deal with any slippage that you
may have because of your hair texture. I took it last weekend
because my hair is soft and fine. It took me a while to get the hang
of it, but I have caught a lot slippage that might have been a problem
if I hadn't caught it quickly.
See you at the conference.
Diane
At three weeks and 2 days old, I have already realized that my locks will do
what they want, and I LOVE it. I wake up every morning wondering what subtle
change will have occured overnight. My locks are filling out now, and while
I have a bad case of the fuzzies, I'm not at all worried because I know that
this is only one stage of journey that will take me places I never dreamed
of.
I think that this is part of the beauty of SLs. You hair gets to do what
naturally feels good to it. I haven't even washed my hair yet because I
want to leave it be for the first few weeks and let it do it what it needs
to do . I have been cleaning my scalp with witchhazel, which has worked
really well, but I intend to shampoo this weekend. I remember being worried
about how dry my hair was the first few days after I got my locks. I asked
the group about that and Sandy told me not to worry, because my scalp would
regain its natural balance and I wouldn't need to do anything. For the first
two weeks I spritzed with water and tea tree oil, but this week I stopped,
and sure enough my hair doesn't seem at all dry. It's starting to look
naturally shiny and healthy. WOW. I am going to get my pictures this
weekend, and as soon as i have them in my eager litle paws, I will post them
to the site for all to see.
Sue
SL - 3wks 2 days
I haven't even washed my hair yet because I
Sue, you've hit the nail on the head. My hair is looking dry and
because of all the drama, figured I'd give the group a rest. So,
you've addressed this issue here. Thanks!!
I'm ordering the Ebene rinse Sandy told the group about, other than
that, I'm sitting tight as advised.
Thanks again, and keep on keeping on, wid yo bad 3weeks, 2 day
Sisterlocked self. Are you coming to Conference in April?
I sent you a message via my work e-mail, but I wanted it on record with the
group. Congrats on overcoming your fears and sticking with your guns about your
hair. What strength and resolution you've shown. You can rightly be proud. And
kudos to Myra who is the physical embodiment of the spirit that this group has
created: we are all sisters under the skin (or the scalp, as the case may be
here!)and are willing to share our knowledge, advice, hell, time and gas, to
help someone maket this journey. How absolutely fantastic.
and I'm sure you're hair is going to be lovely. Just follow the advice you get
here and you'll be fine.
Kaylois
(one week,three days to SLs and counting...)
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Now this is real good sis....this is what I say on
those bad days, when one lock decides to stand at
attention or another one wants to fly the space
shuttle sideways...sticking out the side of your
head...or you got the edges with serious slippage....I
try to embrace it all...and say Do you thang babe!
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Feelin so much love in this group hug!
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Missy - I'm addicted to books~
Sisterlocks-12/2/00 (90days +)
http://sites.netscape.net/missyla2u/sisterlocks
Sandy
I'm getting hyped now. Sign in if you're attending. It'd be nice to
know who I might be able to meet while there.
I'll go first:
'Minah 'Minah
Ya got that right!! And it won't take very long. It changes very subtley
every day.
Woo hoo! You go girl!!
-- Sandy
cuz I know how Aminah felt and what she was expecting. It soothes my
heart to hear Sandy say this to you. We are truly a special group. Im
such a wuss, sorry everyone
It's okay to be wussy. That's one of the things I love about being a
woman - it's okay to feel!!! Are you feeling me?
It's because of Sandy that I even got Sisterlocks. I had read the
Dr.'s book, respected what she's accomplished. But, it was visiting
here, reading about the experiences, etc. that made me "Come on home
to Sisterlocks".
Guess what, didn't even wear the kufi at work yesterday. It is, what
it is, and this is what it is until it ain't. (Did that make
sense?) IOW, my hair will mature, fill out, and be the bomb . . .
one day!!! Until then I'll nurture it, nurture my newfound
relationships among locked sistren, and it's all good. We can be
mushy, supportive, laugh, and cry all we want. Because WE ARE WOMEN,
we are enlightened ones, oh and we are LOCKED!
So, group hug XOXOXOXOXOXOXOXO, all have a blessed end of week.
Peace,
'Minah 'Minah
Sandy and Aminah, this post from Sandy brought tears to my eyes, cuz I know how
Aminah felt and what she was expecting. It soothes my heart to hear Sandy say
this to you. We are truly a special group. Im such a wuss, sorry everyone
Sandy Fields <diamonique@...
Aminah your site is great!!! I really like your "10 Most Unwanted" list!
Your brand new Sisterlocks look great too! Don't worry... it'll lock. You
must have that fine, wavy kinda hair rather than kinky. If I'm right,
Sisterlocks was made for folks like you. If you can't get your hair to
lock any other way, Sisterlocks will do it. It might take a little longer,
but it'll lock.
Just be sure to follow directions *EXACTLY*. No experimenting and playing
in that head, gurl!!
-- Sandy
To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to:
Great site Aminah. It is nice to see how Sisterlocks look on short
hair.
Carol
Sisterlocked 6 months(Sept. 16th 2000)
I love it!! I'm constantly inspired and amazed at all creativity we have goin up
in here!
Devon
http://www.geocities.com/staynscripture/sisterlocks.html
Please visit, check it out, and sign my guestbook before ya leave.
Thanks, ladies!
Hotep,
'Minah 'Minah
Sure!! Feel free to add a link to my site. I plan to link to your page
too... if I can ever remember to do it when I get home from work. :-) It
seems like as soon as I walk in the door lately my brain goes numb. :-)
-- Sandy
Cynthia,
Too funny. Sounds like something my husband would say. Soon your husband
won't be able to envision you without your SL's. Have fun with em.
Anya
The loc butter is definitely too heavy for new SL, but probably is OK for
older mature locks. Since your locks are new, Aminah, you shouldn't be
using anything on them right now. If you have dryness, try the Sisterlocks
moisture treatment, using it lightly. Other than that, stay away from hair
products. They'll retard the locking process.
-- Sandy
I've used it from the very beginning. It's just herbs brewed in
water. It's a tea really. After you shampoo and rinse, you pour it over
your hair, catch the run-off in a bowl, and then pour it through again. Do
this until it's all gone, and then towel-dry. I love this stuff. I bought
it from http://www.ebenenaturals.com, and I got a *lot* for my money.
-- Sandy
I purchased that stuff when considering traditional locks and I am
thinking it's too greasy (heavy) for our S.L.
Hmmm, the hair texture makes the difference (this "texture" thing
sure has been reacking havoc with my locing experience). :(
I use the Sisterlocks Moisture Treatment and like it a lot. It gives
my hair volume. I, also, have the herbal spray moisturizer, but it
appeared to weigh my hair down a bit, so I've used it only once. I
think I'll test it again right before I'm ready to wash my hair again.
Fredia
1yr, 2mths
Can I do that or should I wait?
For some reason I've been spritzing my hair with water in the a.m.
before leaving (don't even know why I'm doing this, seems I read it
somewhere). Perhaps it's the habit of doing SOMEthing to my hair
each day???
I continue to use the herbal rinse that I bought from Ebene Naturals. The
over-the-counter conditioners don't do anything for me anymore. I needed
them when I had a perm -- to get the tangles out after shampooing so I
could comb it. I no longer have that need. Now I need something that
really conditions my hair -- makes it strong and healthy. The herbal
rinses are good for that purpose.
-- Sandy
Page is beautiful, and so are her Sisterlocks. Did you take a mother-
daughter photo? I need to do that with my daughter.
F.Y.I. Very interesting reading.
I found this while researching why my scalp/skin is so dry, flaky and with
patches of buildup (scalp scurf) even after I went "natural."
I thought it was (and may still be) the residual effects of all the years of
chemical burns from relaxers and coloring agents. I'm finding out through my own
research that my condition may be the end result of both caustic chemicals and
shampoo/conditioning products.
Bev
Just curious. What would sisterlocks wearers do with loc butter?
In addition, I would like to know what are some of the different
conditioners members use once their locks are mature.
Cynthia
4 months
I opened Microsoft Photo, converted the .bmp to .jpg and reduced the
image 2/3 times.
There is a file on the "ANHA" discussion group that lists 10
ingredients to avoid... I know anything with "F&D color # ___" should
be avoided, and of course anything with petroleum, glycerin, or
mineral oil.
Jennifer
I will be adding a section for links, books and
testimonals....from some of our SL wearers..(I think)
I would like to know if it is ok to add links to your
pages:
Lo
Sandy
Kim
Pat - once your up and running again
Devon
If anyone else have a personal lock page send me the
link off the list and I will add you. Please feel free
if your using links on your page as resources and
would like to add mine permission granted.
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Missy - I'm addicted to books~
Sisterlocks-12/2/00 (90days +)
http://sites.netscape.net/missyla2u/sisterlocks
Hey Pat,
I just saw your new pics & your highlights look nice? How did you color
your hair? Did you use a rinse? Henna?
Trell--3 weeks till I'm SistaLoc'd
**********
Excellent point Sandy...I will make the change...Thank
u so much!
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Missy - I'm addicted to books~
Sisterlocks-12/2/00 (90days +)
http://sites.netscape.net/missyla2u/sisterlocks