I DID THE BIG CHOP!!!

[Glib Gurl]

Well, I done did it! After a week of drama with my family over my transitioning hair, I finally did the deed and got a big chop.

The stylist cut off about four inches of straight hair, leaving me with about 3.25 inches of natural hair. I have to admit that I wasn't prepared for how it looked when it was just a big puff. But then she did a wash and conditioning and my texture popped right out. We then did a twist out/flexirod set. The finished product is attached. (Sorry, don't know how to make it bigger.)

While it's shorter than I expected I think I will grow to really love it . . . right now I *like* it . . . looking forward to getting to know my hair even more and experimenting with different styles . . . suggestions (youtube videos, links, etc.) are welcome

ETA: More pics in post #44

 

[prettypithy]

CONGRATS!!

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[glamazon386]

Its cute Glib. I went through similar drama with my family. I had to learn to ignore them. I just continue to do me. Have you decided how you're going to wear it to the shower?

 

[tiffers]

Wow! I was just thinking about you and what you would decide! Congratulations‚ girly!

 

[BostonMaria]

Congratulations!!!!

 

[Glib Gurl]

Its cute Glib. I went through similar drama with my family. I had to learn to ignore them. I just continue to do me. Have you decided how you're going to wear it to the shower?

No, but I've got a few weeks to figure something out - lol!

 

[Leeda.the.Paladin]

It looks so cute!! Congrats!

 

[BrandNew]

Congrats!...

 

[RubyWoo]

Congratulations Glib!! Your hair looks great! HHG!

 

[kandiekj100]

No, but I've got a few weeks to figure something out - lol!

I'm thinking a blown out fro or puff, just to really get your hair big and pi$$ folks off. That's just me though.

Congrats on the bigchop.

 

[Pompous Blue]

IT LOOKS GOOD! Congratulations and HAPPY NEW YEAR! What a way to start 2012!! Such an adventure!

 

[Glib Gurl]

I'm thinking a blown out fro or puff, just to really get your hair big and pi$$ folks off. That's just me though.

Congrats on the bigchop.

Hmmm...you might be onto something. LOL. But I really don't want my hair to be the focus. My parents are on FB so they will find out beforehand...just worried about my Grandma No really. She is going to have a holy fit.

 

[chrisanddonniesmommy]

Yay!

Now I am just thinking of other ways to get the cotton out of your crew's nails. I'm so happy for you.

 

[HairPleezeGrow]

Congrats!

 

[NappyNelle]

Welcome to the natural side! Enjoy your hair!

 

[prettybyrd]

Nice! I'm glad you decided to cut it! Looks great!

 

[Glib Gurl]

Thanks so much ladies! Now that I am out on the town with my makeup and earrings I am really feelin myself!

 

[kittenz]

Yay!!! Congrats Glib!!

 

[Maracujá]

Welcome to the club

 

[Kalia1]

Congrats Glib!

 

[Allandra]

Welcome to the natural side.

 

[Platinum]

Congratulations!

 

[blackmaven]

Congrats! Now you get to be a product junkie all over again. lol

 

[MsJellie]

Awesome! Congrats on your BC Glib!!!

 

[Klearli]

That's cute! My favorite style when I only had a few inches was a bantu knot out. I LOVED it on my TWA. And if you feel like you don't have many style options, you can always use bobby pins to do things when you wear it like that.

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[Mis007]

Well done Gg

 

[Natty_Virgo]

Congrats it looks nice.

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[Glib Gurl]

Thanks everyone!!! Will keep you posted on progress, family responses, et cetera lol

 

[Janet']

to you!!!


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[discodumpling]

Whoa! To your family drama. After you explain to them why you are doing what you're doing take a deep breath and exhale! You are doing what is BEST for you! Have fun exploring your natural hair in 2012!