Man, I Feel Like a Woman!

So, as you can see, I didn't quite make it back to the blog to finish up with yesterday's or Saturdays events. At this point, I would just like to say a few thank you's to the people that made these past few days a bit more bearable :) Of course, I have to start with my husband, Clifton, before I name any other names or I'd never hear the end of it... All jokes aside, throughout the time that I have been hospitalized, he has been such a wonderful help and support, as well as a great servant (inside joke)! Lol.. I really can't put into words the respect, appreciation, and adoration I feel towards him now more than ever before. Between working a full time job, going to school, being a committed member of Phi Beta Sigma, Inc., serving as a faithful musician and son at our church, being a devoted husband, and trying to rest, his plate is more than full; yet, he has been steadfast and consistent every step of the way, with only minimal murmuring. Clifton, if you read the blog like you say you do (joking), just know that I love and appreciate you so much. I'm sure you know already since I tell you every chance I get, but I don't take it lightly that I have a man like you as my husband, friend, head of our household, and father to our children. I can't wait for Sophia to meet you.. The thought of that fast approaching meeting never fails to bring a smile to my face :)

As for the others that are on my list of thank you's--I know Clif is a hard act to follow, but know that the time that you spent with me this week meant a lot to me. I'm starting my third week here in room 4317, so seeing new faces always helps to make the time go by faster. To Trudy, Chelsea, Siedah, Yavette, and Elder Harris, I appreciate your sacrifice to not only come see about me, but to make sure that I have what I need to make my stay here more comfortable. It was good seeing the face of two classmates that I had not seen in a LONG time (really, we just graduated in 2010, but still..). In my defense, when you are used to seeing people every day and then don't see them for a little bit over a year, that's a long time in my book! Even with the lengthy absence, it was just like old times... We laughed, poked fun at each other, and had a good time catching up with the current happenings in each others lives. I really did enjoy that time and am glad to see two friends doing well and living out their dreams while keeping God first. That's what it's all about :)

Okay, now for some news that is exciting for me :D ---> I did my hair today! Thanks to the hubby and Elder Harris, today is the first day that I was able to wash my hair and shave my legs since about the 2nd week of August. In preparation for our maternity pictures, moved to Wednesday due to other conflicts, I was eager to try a new, yet old hairstyle. When my sister and I were younger, my mother would put what she called, 'knubbies', known today as bantu knots or china bumps, in our hair. I always thought that it made us look like dinosaurs .. he he he.. but hey, I wanted to give it a shot anyway. Any who, today was my day to experiment and boy did I have a blast! I set up my makeshift salon in the bathroom and prepared my station. Hair products lining the sink and vanity area, I pulled my wheelchair up to use as the salon chair, and sat down to begin the adventure. I had my Miss Jessie's Curly Pudding, Kinky Curly Knot Today Leave-In Conditioner for detangling, my wide tooth comb, and my bobby pins ready to go and I was almost ready to start styling my fro. I set up my impromptu entertainment system with the help of my iPod and MacBook and navigated to Netflix to finish watching The Glades, which I began watching earlier last week. I was now ready to begin styling my natural tresses. Four hours and 4 episodes later, the adventure came to an end and I was enjoying the finished product. Normally, I would not be so happy after standing in a bathroom doing my hair for 4 hours, but I actually enjoyed myself this time around, not only because I was sitting down, but because I felt like a woman again. It had been nearly 3 weeks since I was able to do any self grooming besides taking a shower, and it felt good to take care of myself like I did today.

Like my post this weekend made mention of, it's always good to slow down and enjoy the simple things. I was able to wash my hair, shave my legs, enjoy some new body wash, and put on mascara for the first time in a long time and I don't take that lightly. Take a glance below and check out the style I am so proud of. I am not sure if I will keep it coiled and pinned for the photo shoot, or if I will unravel the knots and have a fuller style for the photo shoot. Decisions, decisions, what do you think?? Leave your comments below.

Fierce! 

and again.. I'm just a natural huh?!

Man, I feel like a woman! Now.. what to do about those eyebrows! :p