So I have been debating whether to start a blog only about natural hair. My reason for not doing so yet – adding something more to my plate. But from responses and research – I think it’s greatly needed.  Therefore, I am going to COMMIT – REALLY COMMIT – to writing one post per week that is only about natural hair, natural hair salons, or natural hair products. First things first – what do want to know? I just asked this of my Indianapolis community - the response nothing! READ ON!  

I am actually really excited – because we are starting an academy that will be for natural hair wearers and stylists at my salon!  Starting with our first workshop on natural hair & beauty this Saturday!!!  See our flyer?

The flyer for the first workshop!

Anyways -in the advertisement, emails, etc. I asked for folks to please respond with their most pressing natural hair and make-up questions. The response so far – RSVPs and only ONE stinkin’ question!!!! One QUESTION!!!  On the average day, I get at least one or two inquiries via email, in person, or through the grapevine about natural hair and natural products – but when I ask – I get nothing BOOO!!!!!  

All is well though – I will take from library of questions past and formulate a generic (not personalized as I had intended) workshop! So much for quality/applicable instruction! 

As for you – prayerfully a reader of future posts – what do you want to know about natural hair that I can answer in about 3 paragraphs or less???  Styling tips, product suggestions, just venting on having natural hair, educating others on natural hair?  What? I am interested in responses so that I can truly tailor my commentary to the needs of my audience!  

My Natural Resume:

Natural since November 2001

Locing since November 2007

Owner adaru Natural Hair Salon since November 2006 (client since 2003!) (what’s with me and November?)

Advocate for Natural Hair Wearers

Supporter of Natural Hair Stylists (and those who want to become one in the future)

I look forward to going on the natural journey with you!

and maybe just a new phone with a built-in camera….

Just spotted: a tall white woman with blond hair in midwest – Indianapolis, Indiana no less…. WITH LOCS!! Where are my business cards when I need them and my camera!!!

I guess that this may not be too shocking for some folks but for little ‘ol me with my natural hair salon in Indiana – this is monumental!!! You get your grundge, skater-type, your hippies, but not your average white woman at the University no less with khaki capris, rolling her bookbag WITH locs – DAMN – wish I had a camera. Surfing ebay for one right now. Any recommendations???

Answer is probably not! I have highlighted adaru’s website to the right.  It is one of my baby’s – be kind! 

It is also one of the many reasons why I am a passionate advocate for natural hair!  One of my many past times happens to be reading Natural Hair blogs, yahoo groups, listserves, etc. 

 My favorite?

 NappyHair Yahoo Group!  It is chock full of interesting members, posts, photos, you name it!  It is also where I found this fabulous link today: http://www.stylelist.com/photogalleries/textured-tresses-diane-da-costa-transforms-tara-roberts-dreadlocks-with-bob-hair-cut!!! IF YOU WEAR YOUR HAIR LOC’D – I hope that you appreciate this great coverage on a one woman (Tara Roberts) loc transformation!!! 

My only criticism is that she didn’t use 100% organic all-natural products.  But great piece nonetheless!

Speaking of great pieces – check out my girls in this new campaign for hydro-veil – if you know me- you can pick out my girls!!  Check it here. (Click play on the video) Shout -out to great publicist, Trina M. SEEDEO of Style-Root for being the brainchild behind the campaign!

Natural or not I hope you all have a fabulous hair day!