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Dreadlocks??? Coming Soon!

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New hair, who dis? I can’t tell you when the desire first hit me, but I’ve wanted locs for well over 20-25 years. I know people have strong opinions about them, and that’s your right, but I’ve never felt more like myself. These are braid-ins, so I can try them out. If all goes well, I’ll be going permanent, and I can’t wait. #yolo P.S. My daughter wanted to get locs, and she was cut down by people for it - told they were disgusting and that she’d regret it. Well, Momma decided she’d just get them done so she could see if she’d still want them. P.S.S. She helped put them in and loves them. Hair is a huge source of pride for people. I understand that. For me, being willing to do something with my hair that was unconventional in terms of "typical" beauty for a caucasian woman helps me focus on other aspects of my life - such as my character. I'm not spending so much time worrying about what my hair is doing. It just does what it does. I'm aware that I've been gi...

Little House on the Prairie

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Saw this magazine and had to pick it up today. I’m a major lhotp nut. Steve and I have watched every episode, and tonight we finished the last movie that was made after the series ended. So we have officially watched it all!! I grew up watching the original pilot episode at my grandma's with my sisters and cousins, and it just stuck with me. It inspires me to enjoy the simple things in life, I guess… What must it have been like back then? I'm sure there were opportunities to be distracted from your relationship with the Lord in those days, but not like today. You could lose 8-10 hours of your day just scrolling on your phone. It's absolutely criminal what a thief screens have become. Lord help us straighten out our priorities and become aware of any addictions or idols we may have.