Back 2 [their] Reality

Last Tuesday while at wing night, an older Black gentlemen politely interrupted my roommate and I and said "I'm sorry I just wanted to let you know, your hair is very pretty". Shocked, I responded with a thank you very much, you're like the 5th brotha to tell me this in 5 months! He sort of chuckled, and continued to wait for his food in silence, and I finished my dinner quite tickled.

Fast forward to Saturday, I had a funeral to attend in the early afternoon, and a Christmas party to host during the evening. Curious about the growth of my hair, and in need of trimmed ends, I had Ms. Gold flat iron it before the services. The response I received was quite interesting, most were astonished with the arguable longer length, but most were just happy to see my hair straight. From Saturday morning on, I have noticed a warmer reception to my hair, and I don't know if its because people agree with the texture, or the length. I feel some way about this, especially since a couple of my 5th grade students told me I looked "crazy" with my afro. Am I reading too much into this? I don't even know anymore!


P.S
My friend decided to take a picture via Iphone of the long awaited flat ironed results in case you're interested!

Merry Christmas!

First Lady 4.11