1. For curly styles, I recommend synthetic hair. This hair holds up well in water and you have to do very little to it to keep it up!
2. If you are rocking braids or sewn in styles, be sure your stylist isn't pulling your braids too tight! This can cause pain, loss of hair (esp around the hairline), and scalp damage!
3. Take care of your own hair! Take your weave out every 2-3 weeks if bonded in to shampoo and deep condition your hair. If your hair is sewn in, shampoo and use a light spray leave in on your hair and scalp weekly.
4. Seabreeze works beautifully as a scalp cleanser and stimulator!
5. Between weaves, my best pick for shampoo and DEEP conditionong is Nioxin. They have a formula for chemically treated hair and one for natural hair. This shampoo and conditioner is designed to replenish thinning hair and is great to maintain thickness and the health of your hair while you are wearing weaves.
6. Feel free to express yourself with color! Other people don't define your beauty, you do!
7. A good cut makes your weave easier to deal with and style. Go for layers or a cute bob!
8. Its hot yall! So be sure your stylist installs your weave so that you can rock a cute ponytail! Please don't have to raise up the back of your gorgoues hair, only to reveal tracks, naps and everything else! And don't for get to get an edge! Please!
9.Do it yourselfers! Stay away from CREME bonding glue! It does not hold up well against heat, sweat or anything! I have seen very embarassing accidents because of the wrong glue!
10. Choose a style that compliments you! What you see on someone else is not guaranteed to look like that on you. Ask your stylist his/her opinion, if she says its not for you, ask her how you both can switch it up to make it for you!
If anyone has any questions let me know!
sylviashrv@aol.com
and dont forget to check out my Soul Purpose site to join, be nosy or make a purchase! This stuff is not the bomb, its the grenade yall!
sylviawinston.soulpurpose.net
Until next time!
Sunday, June 28, 2009
Saturday, June 27, 2009
Starting Over......
Starting over............... Wow, what a disturbing thought, or is it?
Starting over from scratch is hard. New beginnings, new places, new jobs, new surroundings, new stuff. No familiar, new.
This is a crazy time in life, an unsure time in life but there is a reason for everything.
In the bible, ( Let me interject and say that if you dont believe in God and His words, then please dont read anything I write.) God has created the best leaders and brought the best out of His people by putting them in a position to where they had to start over. I.E. Mary, Abram, now known as Abraham, Noah, Jesus, Moses, Saul, now known as Paul, etc, etc.
We must remember that God is the master of everything. Half the time we don't know what God is doing but we have to hang on because He is in control. If God places you in a position to start over then He must have your stuff already planned out. He has a reason for placing you where you are and even though this is a rough time (I know, I've been there) know this, God cannot lie and He cannot fail! Phillipians 4:19 says " My God will supply ALL your needs according to His riches and glory." This scripture does not say some or a few but ALL! So in the midst of your starting over, don't forget who you serve and how big He is. Your circumstances do not define God, He defines them!
Until next time!
Starting over from scratch is hard. New beginnings, new places, new jobs, new surroundings, new stuff. No familiar, new.
This is a crazy time in life, an unsure time in life but there is a reason for everything.
In the bible, ( Let me interject and say that if you dont believe in God and His words, then please dont read anything I write.) God has created the best leaders and brought the best out of His people by putting them in a position to where they had to start over. I.E. Mary, Abram, now known as Abraham, Noah, Jesus, Moses, Saul, now known as Paul, etc, etc.
We must remember that God is the master of everything. Half the time we don't know what God is doing but we have to hang on because He is in control. If God places you in a position to start over then He must have your stuff already planned out. He has a reason for placing you where you are and even though this is a rough time (I know, I've been there) know this, God cannot lie and He cannot fail! Phillipians 4:19 says " My God will supply ALL your needs according to His riches and glory." This scripture does not say some or a few but ALL! So in the midst of your starting over, don't forget who you serve and how big He is. Your circumstances do not define God, He defines them!
Until next time!
Friday, June 26, 2009
Check me out!
Hey everybody!
Check out my Soul Purpose website! sylviawinston.soulpurpose.net
also check out hairzoneplus.com (still under construction but still worth a look)
Check out my Soul Purpose website! sylviawinston.soulpurpose.net
also check out hairzoneplus.com (still under construction but still worth a look)
Thursday, June 25, 2009
The Storm Does Not Stop The Promise
I just have to share with ya'll a message our guest speaker gave us last night!
The title of his message was "There is a Blessing on the Other Side of the Storm" and it was awesome!
He spoke about how God shows us a promise or we pray very hard for something but before we get our promise, up comes the storm! God told us that we would be blessed but He neglected to inform us of the impending storm! We are sitting there excited about what God is about to do when WHAM! The world seems to come crashing down around us! Then there we are, confused and wondering if God really said anything to us at all. Then there we are, praying. Wondering "where is God now? He was talkin up a storm before but now He is quiet. And if God has something to do with this then why amI going through this mess!?"
Look at this though ya'll! The minister went on to say that it is in the storm that God manifests Himself. He told you the promise before the storm so that you can exersice your faith (the substance of things hoped for and the evidence of things not seen)as you go through the storm. Sometimes the storm can be so vicious until you can totally lose focus of your promise. The thing is, the storm does not stop your blessing. It does not disqualify you from what God has for you! It only gives God his time to shine in your life! Think about it, If everything is going great in your life and you are blessed with something, what is the difference? God's promises are best made manifest in the middle of total disaster. Need examples? Daniel in the Lion's Den, Jonah in the belly of the Whale, The Egyptians being freed from Pharoh (the whole Red Sea thing?),The Hebrew Boys, Jesus being crucified, need I go on? Think about your own life. Think about a time when you were at a very low time and God delivered you! See what I mean? If you are in a storm right now, you are right where God wants you and you are about to be miraculously delivered!
Wow.
Until next time!
The title of his message was "There is a Blessing on the Other Side of the Storm" and it was awesome!
He spoke about how God shows us a promise or we pray very hard for something but before we get our promise, up comes the storm! God told us that we would be blessed but He neglected to inform us of the impending storm! We are sitting there excited about what God is about to do when WHAM! The world seems to come crashing down around us! Then there we are, confused and wondering if God really said anything to us at all. Then there we are, praying. Wondering "where is God now? He was talkin up a storm before but now He is quiet. And if God has something to do with this then why amI going through this mess!?"
Look at this though ya'll! The minister went on to say that it is in the storm that God manifests Himself. He told you the promise before the storm so that you can exersice your faith (the substance of things hoped for and the evidence of things not seen)as you go through the storm. Sometimes the storm can be so vicious until you can totally lose focus of your promise. The thing is, the storm does not stop your blessing. It does not disqualify you from what God has for you! It only gives God his time to shine in your life! Think about it, If everything is going great in your life and you are blessed with something, what is the difference? God's promises are best made manifest in the middle of total disaster. Need examples? Daniel in the Lion's Den, Jonah in the belly of the Whale, The Egyptians being freed from Pharoh (the whole Red Sea thing?),The Hebrew Boys, Jesus being crucified, need I go on? Think about your own life. Think about a time when you were at a very low time and God delivered you! See what I mean? If you are in a storm right now, you are right where God wants you and you are about to be miraculously delivered!
Wow.
Until next time!
Wednesday, June 24, 2009
Come On Get Happy!
Short note today! Big message!
Make the choice to be happy ya'll.
I realize there are a lot of reasons not to be. But there are also a lot of reasons to be. People spend their lives in the search for happiness. But with each new level they reach, there is always going to be something else to reach for. With each step you take there is likely that a new challenge will come with it. So at what point do you aquire the happiness?
Happiness should be a state of mind and dont you dare say there is nothing to be happy about! For every bad thing you can name, there is something good God has done for you! Remember my post on keeping a "blessing log"? If that is what it takes then do that but make up your mind to be happy and positve. Positivity goes a long way in our life's journey. I guarantee you, that if you fill your mind with positve thoughts, you will have a better chance at succeeding and moving to higher heights in your life. The enemy's aim is to keep you thinking negatively and doubtfully so to block good from coming to you. Think about it. How easy is it for God to bless you if you are walking around grumbling? If you are in a negative mind state, you are exhibiting very little faith. Faith is what moves God and although life can indeed throw you some curves, you must remember who is catching the ball. If God be for you, who can be against you? Cast your cares on Him, for He cares for you. But my God will supply ALL your needs according to His riches and Glory....... Need I say more? Okay then. Smile! God's got you! Get Happy!!!!
Until Next Time!!!!!
Make the choice to be happy ya'll.
I realize there are a lot of reasons not to be. But there are also a lot of reasons to be. People spend their lives in the search for happiness. But with each new level they reach, there is always going to be something else to reach for. With each step you take there is likely that a new challenge will come with it. So at what point do you aquire the happiness?
Happiness should be a state of mind and dont you dare say there is nothing to be happy about! For every bad thing you can name, there is something good God has done for you! Remember my post on keeping a "blessing log"? If that is what it takes then do that but make up your mind to be happy and positve. Positivity goes a long way in our life's journey. I guarantee you, that if you fill your mind with positve thoughts, you will have a better chance at succeeding and moving to higher heights in your life. The enemy's aim is to keep you thinking negatively and doubtfully so to block good from coming to you. Think about it. How easy is it for God to bless you if you are walking around grumbling? If you are in a negative mind state, you are exhibiting very little faith. Faith is what moves God and although life can indeed throw you some curves, you must remember who is catching the ball. If God be for you, who can be against you? Cast your cares on Him, for He cares for you. But my God will supply ALL your needs according to His riches and Glory....... Need I say more? Okay then. Smile! God's got you! Get Happy!!!!
Until Next Time!!!!!
Tuesday, June 23, 2009
Soul Purpose
Hello Everyone!
This one is especially to my ladies!
I need to introduce ya'll to my latest endeavor - Soul Purpose.
This is a beauty, health and wellness line that focuses on enhancing your beauty from the inside out. (Sound familiar?) This line offers everything from delicious smelling body butters , lotions, creams and scrubs, to gorgeously (if thats a word) scented soy candles. Soul Purpose is also partnered with a company called Youngevity. This affiliate provides Soul Purpose with something no other cosmetic direct selling company offers. That is a world class line up of energy and nutritional products as well as a beautiful mineral make-up line.
Ya'll know me, I have to try things before I can tell you about them, you know, cause I dont like to promote something I don't know about personally. Believe me, I am working on this right now! So far I can vouch for the Brazillian Jackfruit Soy Candle. I am in love with candles so when I opened my box and saw it, I took it out immediately and lit it. It smelled sooooo good! It had been burning probably about 20 minutes when I had gone outside to my car and my neighbor came out and started sniffing. She was like girl, what is that smell? I told her about my candle and she was ready to order then! I just didnt have any to sell her! Not to mention, there is an entire line of Brazillian Jackfruit lotions and washes that I cannmot wait to order!
Ok ya'll! As I blog I will keep you ladies ( and gentlemen) updated on what I try and love! So, if you want to order or even become a SoulPurpose Entreprenuer like me, I can hook you up! I have great expectatons!
until next time!!!!
This one is especially to my ladies!
I need to introduce ya'll to my latest endeavor - Soul Purpose.
This is a beauty, health and wellness line that focuses on enhancing your beauty from the inside out. (Sound familiar?) This line offers everything from delicious smelling body butters , lotions, creams and scrubs, to gorgeously (if thats a word) scented soy candles. Soul Purpose is also partnered with a company called Youngevity. This affiliate provides Soul Purpose with something no other cosmetic direct selling company offers. That is a world class line up of energy and nutritional products as well as a beautiful mineral make-up line.
Ya'll know me, I have to try things before I can tell you about them, you know, cause I dont like to promote something I don't know about personally. Believe me, I am working on this right now! So far I can vouch for the Brazillian Jackfruit Soy Candle. I am in love with candles so when I opened my box and saw it, I took it out immediately and lit it. It smelled sooooo good! It had been burning probably about 20 minutes when I had gone outside to my car and my neighbor came out and started sniffing. She was like girl, what is that smell? I told her about my candle and she was ready to order then! I just didnt have any to sell her! Not to mention, there is an entire line of Brazillian Jackfruit lotions and washes that I cannmot wait to order!
Ok ya'll! As I blog I will keep you ladies ( and gentlemen) updated on what I try and love! So, if you want to order or even become a SoulPurpose Entreprenuer like me, I can hook you up! I have great expectatons!
until next time!!!!
Monday, June 22, 2009
One Day at a a Time..... Sweet Jesus.......
Ya'll know that song? I grew up hearing it and I honestly used to hate to hear the old ladies break otu with it. Thats because I didn't understand it. But now...... I'm praying the same prayer.. Lord help me to take one day at a time!
I am being silly but this little rule is so important to your sanity and vital to acheiving your goals.
As I have said before, there are many of us (including me) with a million ideas and goals. God is steadily blessing us from day to day but we cant relish in our small victories for focusing on the larger ones. In our quest to conquer the world, we need to remember to first and foremost acknowledge God. We must ask Him to order our steps daily. We are to place our desires, dreams and ideas before Him and ask Him for guidance as to how we are to accomplish them.
The bible tells us not to worry about what we will eat tomorrow. As impossible as this may sound to many of us, the message is clear; Place your concerns before God and watch Him take care of them.
From another standpoint, to those having problems, maybe with money, or wondering what you will do after being laid off a job,etc. I understand ! I know what it is like to have a family,fall in a
hard spot and go crazy wondering how you will make it. Worrying is a natural thing but this cannot solve your problem and neither can sending your self into a frenzy trying to figure out everything all at once. It is a must that we learn to take life one day at a time. God has the ability to fix something that would take us years all at once. I know I sound redundant when I get on the subject of faith but it is sooooooo necessary! In my opinion, you can only take life one day at a time, if you have the faith that God is heading your life.
Everybody, God wants to take worry off of us. He wantsd us to stop living life in a rush. He wants us to understand that He has it. Once we understand these things, we will be able to live richer, fuller, more satisfying lives.
Until next time!
I am being silly but this little rule is so important to your sanity and vital to acheiving your goals.
As I have said before, there are many of us (including me) with a million ideas and goals. God is steadily blessing us from day to day but we cant relish in our small victories for focusing on the larger ones. In our quest to conquer the world, we need to remember to first and foremost acknowledge God. We must ask Him to order our steps daily. We are to place our desires, dreams and ideas before Him and ask Him for guidance as to how we are to accomplish them.
The bible tells us not to worry about what we will eat tomorrow. As impossible as this may sound to many of us, the message is clear; Place your concerns before God and watch Him take care of them.
From another standpoint, to those having problems, maybe with money, or wondering what you will do after being laid off a job,etc. I understand ! I know what it is like to have a family,fall in a
hard spot and go crazy wondering how you will make it. Worrying is a natural thing but this cannot solve your problem and neither can sending your self into a frenzy trying to figure out everything all at once. It is a must that we learn to take life one day at a time. God has the ability to fix something that would take us years all at once. I know I sound redundant when I get on the subject of faith but it is sooooooo necessary! In my opinion, you can only take life one day at a time, if you have the faith that God is heading your life.
Everybody, God wants to take worry off of us. He wantsd us to stop living life in a rush. He wants us to understand that He has it. Once we understand these things, we will be able to live richer, fuller, more satisfying lives.
Until next time!
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