(a sample of) The Enemy by The Smart Kids

(a sample of) The Enemy by The Smart Kids

RIP Ms James:) Even this legendary singer had a natural back in the day:)

HAIR ENVY!!!!!!! SO VERY CUTE I MUST SAY!!!

REAL PEOPLE REAL ANSWERS MEN'S EDITION 10

A DAY IN THE LIFE

“Living Naturally You”

Real People Real Answers

1. What’s your name?

Dezzi Hotep aka Desmond'e






2. How old are you?

I was told I was born on Dec 31, 1977 which makes me thirty-four but its all hearsay.




3. Where are you from?

Wilameania's womb



4. What is your occupation?

Ex vegan chef to the stars now a free spirit

5. How would you describe yourself?

 The Loner.



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7. If there was one word to describe your style what would it be?

 Misunderstood

8. Who are some people that inspire you the most?

 My higher self :)



9. What do you want to be when you grow up?

 Naked bush man living on the rio grande

10. What advice would you give to others who wanted embrace their individuality ?

 Go within , we came to this Earth with everything we needed. Throw out all your books, videos, forget about idol worship, and LIVE. Meditate you have all the answers.




11. What’s your favorite quote?

 "If you have only one smile in you, give it to the people you love. Don't be surly at home, then go out in the street and start grinning Good morning at total strangers - Maya Angelou

BONUS: I think most men are not conscious of their hair, its the reason that some of us visit the barber shop to cut it off twice a month. In my own world, brushes, pomades, s curls, clippers, wouldn't exist.






When it comes to my Queens who embrace their natural hair and beauty it makes me feel so good inside. Somehow in this society they have been taught to embrace the image of so called homosexual white men from the roman period, wearing wigs, animal extracted makeup, false nails, stilts, and that saddens me. It's nothing like walking down the street and watching a original queen safe and powerful in her own image, rather than doubtful soon to be Queens balancing to walk and extreme hairstyles. This is not a judgement, just my view, I said soon to be Queen because as long as they are breathing they have the option to change. We all were displaced at some time or another. I know my views may not be popular, but this is REAL PEOPLE, REAL ANSWERS .. Love Dezzi Hotep

In case u were wondering how to care for natural hair:-) Enjoy:-)

5 ways to prevent getting that extra thickness/fatness over the holidays:)

5 ways to prevent holdiay buldge

Its that time of the year guys. Families are gathering together. Lights are shining. Kitchens are being filled with the sweet aromas of turkeys, dressings, and grandma's sweet potatoe pie. Another not so welcoming event of the holidays are those lovely pounds that creep up around this time and never seeem to really leave after all the festivities are over. Below are 10 ways that help prevent some of the holiday thickness. I hope you enjoy:)

Tip 5

Try eating a healthy breakfast in the morning to prevent holiday binging all together. Many of us try to "save room" only to over compensate over the holiday weekend and beyond.  If we start the day off right we can eat more reasonably throughout the day.

Tip 4

Try to limit house vists to about two. If at all possible try to host the holiday event at your place. That way you can avoid the temptation of over eating just beacuse you have five houses to visit and you don't want to be rude.

Tip 3

Try limiting your refills, or get a smaller plate to limit portions. I know that may seem impossible but try it. No one said you can't induldge in all your favorite holiday meals.... moderation is key:)

Tip 2

If you can't limit how much your eating...try to alter what your eating. If you start filling that plate with the fruit tray and grandma's collard greens first...you can tack on the good stuff too in moderation without feeling so bad:). I try to have a huge plate of green, a salad , friut and anything else healty first. Then I add my lean meats like trukey breast,  and then if there is any room left the dresing and the mac and cheese:)

Tip 1

No leftover rule. Ok we alll can have room to indulge at leat one day a month on whatever we want so lets make it FOR ONE DAY ONLY. Leave those take home plates. Enjoy the day and start fresh the next with healthy eating and excercise. :)


I hope my little tidbits can help you enjoy those holiday months a little healthier, slimmer and happier:) I'm M Kyles and I'm out!!!:)

OOh my ole school naturals tha Ojay's :) Climbing up the stairway to heaven naturally;)

HOME REMEDIES FOR A STUFFY NOSE

 Ok guys we've all had our battle with the sniffles. Here are some remedies that I have tried to easy that I CAN"T BREATHE DANG IT!! BLUES:)

1)Home made Saline nose solution

Materials
Clean empty water bottle with squirt nozzel.
salt
warm watter

Procedure
Pour two cups of warm water into water bottle. Mix in 2 to 3 tablespoons of salt . Close one nostril and squirt a small amount of mixture into nose. Repeat on other nostril. blow nose

2) Humidifier
  Get one:) Help moisturizer air and to help you breathe a little easier.

3) SPICY FOODS
Pungent foods work well too. They are said to be natural decongestants

4) STAY HYDRATED
This is said to help thin out mucus , possibly making it easier to sniff out that nose of yours.

I hope this article helps all you unhappy noses out there. This is M Kyles Signing out!!!

disclaimer: By no way is Kyles Natural A doctor. Please see your physician for serious illness. This information is meant for entertainment purposes only. PLEASE DO NOT TRY IF YOU ARE ALLERGIC TO ANYTHING MENTION IN THIS ARTICLE.

Ok lets add some more old school male energy in here with tha legends Earth Wind and Fire:) Gone head boogie natually ya'll:)

REAL PEOPLE REAL ANSWERS EDITION 17

A DAY IN THE LIFE

“Living Naturally You”

Real People Real Answers

  

What’s your name?

NaSchelle Simmons

 How old are you?

Twenty-fine!!! (29) LOL
 

   Where are you from?

Born and raised in Florida, lived in Indiana, now reside in Chicago!
 


  What is your occupation?

Brow Tech Extraordinaire! www.styleseat.com/Eyegasms
 


  How would you describe yourself?

I describe myself as "hood chic" I love the best of both worlds! I'm a classy yet educated orange soda fried chicken eating diva!

 





 When did you first decide to become natural?
I decided to become natural in March of 2010. I literally just woke up one day and thought, "why not?!"


 If there was one word to describe your style what would it be?


See above in "how would you describe yourself".


 Who are some people that inspire you the most?

People that inspire me are the Black elders around me. They fought long hard battles just to be able to freely do things we do & take for granted everyday in this country. How dare I not reap the benefits of their struggles.



What do you want to be when you grow up?

When I grow up I want to be an awesome woman of God first, wife and mother second, and successful woman on my own merit third.



What advice would you give to others who wanted to go natural or live a more natural based lifestyle?



Advice I'd give people thinking of going natural is "aint nothing to it but to do it!" If you don't like it whats the worse that can happen, you'll just slap a relaxer back in it. But... I guarantee you wont! You hear TONS of relaxed women saying "I'm thinking of going natural" but how many naturals have you heard say "I'm thinking of going back to a relaxer" Dont worry, I'll wait. LOL.

 What’s your favorite quote?


My favorite quote is "if you gonna pray don't worry, and if you're gonna worry, don't pray..."

I love her locs and her pipe cleaner curls:) You go girl!!!!

Great Natural Leave in Conditioner Anyone can make:)

 GREAT LEAVE IN CONDITIONER ANYONE CAN USE:)

 Ingredients/ Materials
Spray bottle ( must hold 2 cups of liquid min)

Purified water (2cups)
Aloe Vera Juice (1/2 cup)
Coconut oil (1 tbsp melted)
Drainage from one can of Coconut milk
Lime Juice ( 10 drops/squirts)
Vitamin E Capsules ( use 5)
Vegetable Glycerin (2 tablespoons)
Tea tree essential oil (20 drops)
Thyme essential oil (20 drops)

Mix all ingredients in spray bottle and ENJOY your very own natural leave in conditioner:)

Man we miss ya Mike... Don't blame it on the alcohol...Blame it on tha boogie:) Ole school naturals at their best:)

REAL PEOPLE REAL ANSWERS MEN'S EDITION 10

A DAY IN THE LIFE

“Living Naturally You”

Real People Real Answers

 

Photo by

Nicole Battle

 

 What’s your name?

Ajani Sekou.



 How old are you?
42.


 Where are you from?
Richmond Va.


What is your occupation?
Frontman for HBNS (Funk/Rock band) and Natural Hair Care Specialst at Delux Gallery Salon in BK, NY

Photo by

Nicole Battle

 How would you describe yourself?
I am A Passionate Creative Free Man!

 When did you first decide to grow locs?
My first attempt at startng locs was back in '96. I didn't have the patients at all. Couldn't take the fuzz, the itch none of that sh@%. Then shorty started me off wth bees wax (WTF). Couldn't take it. When I found out me and my then wife was pregnant, well I went in. That was over ten years ago. I have then chopped that set and started over 3 yrs ago. I'm having a ball with this set of locs.



If there was one word to describe your style what would it be?
ROCK STAR!!

 Who are some people that inspire you the most?
Some Of the people who inspire me: My Parents, Prince, Bruce Lee, Jimi Hendrix, Betty Davis, and Single Moms that do the damn thing!



 What do you want to be when you grow up?
I have always wanted to be a ROCSTAR!.

What advice would you give to others who wanted embrace their individuality ?
F%$K what you heard, Do what you Feel. And Believe In It!




What’s your favorite quote?

Stand strong Like Mountain, and flow like river

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Im in hair envy paradise:)

LETS HEAR IT FOR MS KOKU GONZA !!! SHE'S DEFINATELY SOMEONE TO BE ON THE LOOKOUT FOR:)

SOULFULLY RISING

“Living Naturally You”

Artist Appreciation

New Natural Stars on the Rise 

Photo by Geraldine Rodriguez.

What is your name ?

Koku Gonza 

Why have you decided to promote the natural lifestyle? 
I love showing the true side of beauty without any additives. When I am in my natural state I feel more comfortable as opposed to a perm, pounds of make up or even extremely high heels. All of those things are considered to bring about a certain sex appeal, however, I like to thrive on my natural beauty.

How would you describe your style?
Elegant, Funky, Simple and Eclectic

Photo By Tony Smith

 Who are some people that inspire you most?
Ella Fitzgerald, Roy Ayres, Flora Purim, Van Hunt, Al Green, Wes Montgomery, Prince. 

 When did you start performing and in what city?
I started performing in Church in a small town south of Indianapolis called Terre Haute.

What is the general mission of your music?
I want to educate people and connect people through music. I have a track entitled "ONE" on my CD that displays this concept.


What are some of your accomplishments and describe in detail some of your most recent performances?
I have shared the stage with Roy Ayers, Yahzarah, Anthony David & Matthew Santos. I just released my first full length/self produced album entitled Radiozophrenic. My most recent performance was at the Silver Room Block Party in Chicago. World music and femaie artistry was in full affect! My band consisted of a drummer, keyboard player and percussionist. The drummer and keyboard player are twin sisters, Liza and Dina MIcelli. The phenomenal percussionist was Chris Paquette and of course I held down guitar and vocals. We performed my original songs of in the genre of world and pop music. We kept people dancing to our beat!


9. Where can we find your music?
www.kokugonza.com

10. What advice would you give to others who wanted to go natural or live a more natural based lifestyle?
Do what you naturally would do without any assistance. Create as much as you can from scratch! You are the builder of your own home, what you put in it is how you will live with it.


11. What's your favorite quote?
You only live once, act like it.

PLEASE SUPPORT THIS FANTASTIC NATURAL ARTIST BY CLICKING ON THE LINKS BELOW:)


  Website: www.kokugonza.com
  Twitter :gogokoku
  Fan Page :http://www.facebook.com/pages/Koku-Gonza

HOME REMEDIES FOR ANXIETY FOR ALL YOU WORRIERS OUT THERE;) Food and Herb Edition

Home Remedy Treatments for Anxiety

 

While a certain amount of anxiety will creep into everyone's life, there are some easy home remedies you can use to help your body relax.

Home Remedies From the Cupboard

 

Almonds. Soak 10 raw almonds overnight in water to soften, then peel off the skins. Put almonds in blender with 1 cup warm milk, a pinch of ginger, and a pinch of nutmeg. Drink at night to help you relax before going to bed.

Baking soda. Add 1/3 cup baking soda and 1/3 cup ginger to a nice warm bath. Soak in the tub for 15 minutes to relieve tension and anxiety.

Oil. Sesame oil is great, but sunflower, coconut, or corn oil will work, too. For a wonderful, anxiety-busting massage, heat 6 ounces oil until warm, not hot. Rub over entire body, including your scalp and the bottoms of your feet. Use the oil as a massage before the morning bath to calm you down for the day's activities. If anxiety is keeping you awake, try using it before you go to bed, too.

Home Remedies From the Refrigerator

Celery. Eat 2 cups celery, onions, or a mixture of the two, raw or cooked, with your meals for a week or two. Both vegetables contain large amounts of potassium and folic acid, deficiencies of which can cause nervousness.

Onion. See celery, above.

Orange. The aroma of an orange is known to reduce anxiety. All you have to do to get the benefits is peel an orange and inhale. You can also drop the peel into a small pan or potpourri burner. Cover with water and simmer. When heated, the orange peel will release its fragrant and calming oil.

Orange juice. For a racing heart rate associated with anxiety, stir 1 teaspoon honey and a pinch of nutmeg into 1 cup orange juice and drink.

Home Remedies From the Spice Rack

Rosemary. Used in the Middle Ages to ward off "evil spirits," rosemary has a calming effect on the nerves. Make a tea by adding 1 to 2 teaspoons of the dried herb to 1 cup boiling water; steep for 10 minutes, then drink. Inhaling rosemary can be relaxing, too. Burning rosemary incents can also ease anxiety.

Not every remedy works for everyone but all are worth a try to beat the worry blues NATURALLY;)


M Kyles Signing Out:)

REAL PEOPLE REAL ANSWERS EDITION 16

A DAY IN THE LIFE

“Living Naturally You”

Real People Real Answers

What’s your name?
Ashton Janae Terry

How old are you?
17

Where are you from?

Originally from Detroit but I reside in Miami, Fl

 What is your occupation?
Student/Artist/Entrepreneur

How would you describe yourself?
Intelligent, trustworthy, but silly at times

 When did you first decide to become natural?
I was natural most of my life, but I had a perm for a few years. I did my big chop in May 2009.

 If there was one word to describe your style what would it be?

Bohemian

Who are some people that inspire you the most?
Thierry Baptiste, Lena Horne, My Mother, and My Grandmother.

What do you want to be when you grow up?
I want to wear many hats. I want to educate young children in the arts, I want to run my own business selling my artwork and etc., and I want to educate women and men of color on their natural hair.

What advice would you give to others who wanted to go natural or live a more natural based lifestyle?
Patience. Patience is key.



 What’s your favorite quote?

Ars longa vita brevis (Latin for "Art is long, life is brief")

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This Is a reall cute Profesional Updo for ALL YOU CURLY AFRO PUFFS OUT THERE:)

Sorry guys had to repost HAIR ENVY!!!!