Pi Nappa What!! My take on the #NaturalHair sorority

So the latest in #NaturalHair news is about this new Natural Hair Sorority Pi Nappa Kappa. 

Pi Nappa Kappa 

Twitter has been in an uproar about this sorority. There have been people who support it and those who don’t and it seems that the main reason why people don’t like the idea of a sorority is because it seems to only single out naturals and shun people with relaxed hair. I personally think it’s a clever idea but I don’t think it’s necessary. There are many #NaturalHair meetup groups that people have available to join and this sorority in my opinion it just seems like another meet up group but on a larger scale. Maybe some want to feel as if they are a part of some type of organization. 

Another reason why I don’t agree with the whole greek org idea is that the letters Pi Nappa Kappa take away from the actual greek alphabet. Nappa is not letter in the greek alphabet. I believe those who are members of a Greek org within the divine 9 have paid their fair share of dues to wear the letters that they do and it’s almost disrespectful. Maybe I’m looking too deep into this, but this is what I feel at the moment. The sorority does foster some good.

The group is promoting some positive behaviors in their pledge listed here:
1. I am a smart, special, valuable person!
2. I respect myself and I respect others.
3. My words and actions are kind and honest.
4. I will respect the dignity and essential worth of all individuals.
5.I will promote the diversity of opinions, ideas, hairstyles and backgrounds which is the lifeblood of the sorority.
6. I will promote a culture of respect throughout the natural hair community.
7. I will not tolerate bigotry, discrimination, violence, or intimidation of any kind.
8. I will practice personal integrity and expect it from others.
9. I will always be proud of my natural born hair.
10. I accept only my best in all I do.
I am PROUD to be ME!

Since, natural hair has made its comeback there has been a divide between women with relaxed and natural hair. This is another reason some say the sorority needs to be stop, but when you think about it the other natural hair meetup groups need to be shut down as well. A website I follow that is a hub for hair of all types is Hairlista.com. Hairlista has done a very good job with keeping the peace on the site between #NaturalHair extremist & #Relaxer extremist. A lot of people like to keep division between natural and relaxed people but there are those who offer advice to all no matter the hair type. 

Guess Who Bizack

Hey Natural Hair Divas I've been so MIA but I'm about to make a come back!! I'll be posting some products and treatments I love so be on the look out


Nappturally Yours,


MoZaic

The Incomparable Jilly from Phily

I saw this photo of Jill on frolab.com and just had to steal it! She's such an inspiration in music and hair for me!!

The Golden Time of Day

Here is my favorite song by Frankie Beverly and Maze its so inspirational and I could ride in the car for hours with this playing!!!!

A Perm Gone Wrong -

This just goes to show how ignorant we are to how damaging relaxers can be to our scalps! Thank God I'm Natural now no more torture.

DIY- Moisturizing Avocado Conditioner

Hey Divas,

I was in a hair mood last night and decided to deep condition my hair. So, I went to the kitchen and pulled out an Avocado so I can do something a little different. Avocado's are very moisturizing and contain lots of fatty acids which are good for you to eat. In order to get the full benefits of the EFA's (Essential Fatty Acids), minerals and vitamins of this super fruit you must eat it! Vitamins and minerals are absorbed in our bodies through the consumption of the things we eat and take. Rubbing an avocado on your skin will not help you absorb the protein or vitamin A that is found in Avocados.

So, I know your saying yeah yeah chick get to the recipe lol Well, here is what i used, you can adjust the oils in the recipe to accommodate what you have at home already. Enjoy this wonderful conditioner!!

Ingredients & Tools:

1 small mixing bowl

Hand mixer

1 plastic shower cap or plastic grocery bag

1 avocado half

2 tablespoons of Coconut Oil

2 tablespoons of Grapeseed Oil

1 tablespoon of Amla oil or JBCO (these oils are heavier & don't require a lot)

The first thing you want to do is cut and peel the avocado. If you don't know how to cut or peel an avocado here is a link to Simply Recipes that will show you the best way to peel it. You will only use 1 half of the Avocado.

After peeling the half you will use for your hair place the meat of the fruit into the mixing bowl along with your oils. Start mashing the avocado with a fork or potato masher, this makes it easier to mix up without splashing green oily goo every where. Start mixing on the lowest setting on your hand mixer until you the mixture is smooth and free of lumps.

When your mixture is smooth and creamy apply it to your hair and put your plastic cap on.Leave the mixture on for about 30-60mins for best results, wash it out and style your hair as normal. Remember to seal your natural or relaxed hair with an oil to lock in the moisture.

The other half of the avocado.... What should you do with it!

Cut and peel it from the skin place it in a bowl with some red onion, tomato, cilantro (if you have it), a little salt & pepper mash it up real quick grab a bag of tortillas and enjoy a snack while your hair is conditioning!

Pray for Japan