CALLING ALL HEALTHY HAIR ENTHUSIASTS 2012 CHALLENGE: PRESERVE YOUR ENDS!!

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Before you start any challenge  I suggest doing a quick assessment of your hair care routine.  Assessing hair care practices is critical and will help you decide if this is something you should embark in.  Starting this challenge would only be beneficial if your hair is in a healthy state.  And may I add healthy hair has nothing to do with length.  If you have 2 inches of hair and it is not broken, damage or full of split ends by all means challenge away.  Having a healthy hair regimen will lay a solid foundation and is the first step before starting any hair care challenge.  Below is an easy checklist:

CIPHER: Hip Hop and Art Collide.

I had the pleasure to attend another event by Inclusion In Art the same group that hosted Afro-Americana Art exhibit seen here.  So when I heard of this event downtown at one of my favorite spots IAO art gallery, I knew I was in there like swim wear.  The event called "CIPHER" is an exciting and unique group art show organized by Inclusion In Art, an Oklahoma non-profit organization that is dedicated to promoting racial diversity in Oklahoma's visual arts community through workshops, exhibitions, and special events. The art of CIPHER spans many forms of creative expression; both visual and performing artists will weave an exhibition that defies convention.  It would be an environment not confined to one genre, but is an exploration of multiple styles.
More info about the group Inclusion In Art http://www.inclusioninart.org/

MY HAIR STORY FEATURED ON THE KINK 101

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Eureka Calhoun

http://www.qvelvet.com/

My name is Eureka. I currently reside in Oklahoma city, Oklahoma but originally from Alabama.

Natural Hair Blogger | QrushVelvet 

  

CHECK OUT MY FEATURE HERE ON THE KINK:  http://www.thekink101.com/kinkstars.html

A few months ago I reached out to Kenya of The Kink 101 via facebook about info on her website.  This was a time when Qrush Velvet was only an idea and during my research I stumbled across her site. She graciously provided me with  helpful infomation and I knew The Kink 101 would be one of the website I would send my hair story to.  We both have a passion for natual hair and supporting women in general.  I am excitied for the future of my blog and her website and this is just the beginning!

Preserve You, Peace & Blessings!!

SPICY CILANTRO EGGPLANT

When I was searching for a eggplant recipe to fit into my lifestyle change of less meat and more vegetables, I stumbled across my recipe folder and found "spicy cilantro chicken".  So I switched out the poultry for eggplant and fired up the stove.  Surprisingly the absence of chicken was not missed. The dish had the same great taste and is a healthier alternative to boot, home run for team preserve you!

Oklahoma Naturals Mark Your Calendars

Oklahoma City First

National Natural Hair Meetup Day 

Presented by

*****Hair Rules*****

WHEN: Saturday, May 19, 2012

TIME: 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM

WHERE: @ URBAN ROOTS

322 Northeast 2nd Street Oklahoma City, OK 73104

Click here for more details and tickets

GIRLS & VACAY NATURAL HAIR TIPS!!

"FRIENDSHIP ISN'T ABOUT WHOM YOU HAVE KNOW THE LONGEST, IT'S ABOUT THOSE WHO CAME AND NEVER LEFT YOUR SIDE."

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I headed out of town to celebrate my fashion partner in crime birthday, Fee @ Fancy Curves. I was looking forward to alot of laughing, not much catching up (because we talk daily) and enjoying each others company. This weekend is sure to be one for the record books, we are little older, wiser and have definitely become accustomed to being comfortable in our own skin, which is a recipe for a funky good time. On top of the fact it was a mini photo shoot every time we stepped out the door, your girl tried her best to be "open casket sharp". Just a few of the pics I snapped!

OOTD ~ PINK & POLKA DOTS

I went to Houston 2 weeks ago to celebrate my friend's birthday Fee of Fancy Curves. As I was getting dress I realized a majority of my outfit is Forever 21 brand and I starting thinking.  Someone who likes to mix high (high pieces for a markdown low price) and low pieces I realized an outfit is about how you coordinate and not necessarily the price tag. 

QRUSH HAIR OF THE DAY! - NATURAL HAIR HIGH BUN

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The "High Bun" has quickly become my stable hair style for any occasion.  My first memory of the this style was when Ginuwine's video for "In those Jeans" premiered and I saw a model with a ridiculous FIERCE bun cocked to the side....Love at first sight!!   Not only is it super easy to do but also allows me to not deal with my hair once again because as we all know from my Addicted to Protective styling post I am hair lazy! This style will fit into any situation work, going out, church, the options are endless.  There are also different variations you can try, high on top, to the side, twists made into a bun (my fav), the usual wrap around and go, or if you are not about anything common try two high buns....werk!!