product junkie? um, no.

looking at my last blog entry, apparently the enter button does not make a line break from my phone.. my bad.

I really just want to talk about hair for a minute.. as I mentioned in my last entry, I'm transitioning from relaxed to natural hair. for those that don't know what that means: I'm growing out my nappy roots.

I'm a lazy, penny-clamping DIY type of girl.. Standing in Target in the "ethnic hair" care section proved that. All the different products, names, ingredients... this one is African, that one is organic. This product contains olive oil, while this one over here has coconut and hibiscus.. then there's neem, carrot, mango, etc..some from Jamaica, others from Haiti (but all manufactured in Texas?.. hmm) I was overwhelmed! Last time I was in the black hair aisle, my choices were: blue magic, doo gro, and motions lol. OK! maybe it wasn't that long ago.. haha.

When I saw a tiny bottle of some randomly named "natural" shampoo for 30 bucks, it was in that moment I knew I was NOT a product junkie, nor was I going to be a product junkie. I quickly turned around, grabbed some L'Oreal Reconstructive Sulfate Free shampoo and conditioner and headed for the register.

I want to, for just a minute, talk about the ridiculousness of all the natural hair product hype.. that probably doesn't make much sense lol, but I know what I'm trying to say. I have been getting away with using "white" hair products for years. Yes, yes, I know I'm still going thru the transition so most of my hair is still straight, but I just can't bring myself to spend 40 dollars on a 2.5 oz bottle of shampoo. I looked at the Carol's Daughter Transitioning Kit.. Nope, couldn't do that either. Comes in pretty box though..

I did try the Shea Moisture Curl Enhancing Smoothie in the pink tub, but that stuff made my hair so hard.. It smelled bad too.. I've since read a ton a good reviews for it since trying it though. its kind of a shame it didn't work for me, but I did save myself 10bucks.

Hmm, originally I just really wanted to talk about my hair, but somehow this turned into a product review lol.. Alright, I'll go with this..

I've tried the Cantu grow strong, pomade, and intensive leave-in before I was consciously transitioning. Meh, they were ok, but probably not something Ill get again. Kinda made my hair feel dry and greasy at the same time.. The pomade worked great for when I was blow drying and flat ironing my hair. Yes, it has petroleum in it, but hey, there is no perfect product lol.

I'm no naturalista or whatever (at least I don't think I am (whats a naturalista again?)), but I think the best natural products are just regular old oil and water. My family has been using that base and they all have long luscious hair. I don't know my hair type and got tired of trying to figure it out, but I find castor oil, olive oil, and jojoba oil all work great. mix in some water and aloe vera gel and BAM! you've got a moisturizer, detangler, and sealer in one.. YAY for the lazy girl! The more aloe vera, the better detangler.. add more castor oil for heavy sealing, and more jojoba and water for something lighter.

Hmm.. another blog entry!

where am I?

Hmm, wow. Like digging up a tomb.. Well, I won't bore anyone with grave details of the past year, but here's a quick update: Still single (big surprise, right?), back in college, unemployed... (again? Yes, long story), and I'm transitioning to my natural ends resulting in a slight hair obsession (seriously, I think I failed my classes last semester because of this disease)... speaking of diseases, I've also learned I have a b12 deficiency. Yippee! One which costed me 200dollars to learn about.. another yippee. So, things never seem to be getting better, despite my efforts, and my rent is a week late because although i am now finally receiving child support I have to wait on the damned state to send it to me and of course its a fucking holiday. The mother fuckers told me they would put it on that ridiculous debit card I got in the mail. Grrr... I cannot wait to get off the child care assistance so my son's sperm donor can pick up the bill and the army will send my portion of his check straight to my account. I have bills to pay and my baby needs clothes.. Now, before you jump down my throat read my next update about my baby drama then you can judge me for my angry black woman attitude. I do have a few good stories to tell, but they will come in due time along with a new blog front, and a new approach to the business owner thing..

Micah's First Christmas

Today was my son's first Christmas. He's only 10 months so he's not entirely aware of what's going on, but we still got some pretty good pictures. My parent's have because irritating, so i think it's about time for us to head back home lol

I want to say I had a good weekend. I passed my test with my highest score yet, but of course where theres good, theres bad.. Trouble in paradise. My boyfrend decided he cant handle my dog anymore and told me in text form while I was out of town.. When I got home that night, I was reassured that we would not break up over a dog. The next morning I leave with a smile on my face and get to work.. As the day is winding down to an end, I receive another dramatc text from him, leaving me more worried than before.. An argument arises and im given a choice between him or my dog, lexi. By this time I am on my way home anyway and am in tears because a dog is going to end my relationship. I get home, he leaves, still arguing thru text and then we are broken up.. I was hysterical, crying and blubbering alone.. Well, not totally alone. Lexi, the dog he hates, sat and slept next to me on the bathroom floor as the tears stream down my face.. Thankfully, he returns. I become hysterical again yelling, crying, pleading.. He said he loves me and wont leave me again.. I want to believe him so bad, but I have been hurt, used, abused, and tossed to the side so many times before.. The fact that he left me at all makes me extremely scared and flairs my anxiety. I woke up last night thinking he was gone.. This mroning almost led into another fight because lexi peed on the side of my bed he normally sleeps on.. She is scared of him and his friend, so I didnt spank her like I normally would. If I hit her, shell just get more scared and pee more. He doesnt seem to understand or care.. He doesnt even want to live with me anymore.. I also doubt hes going to want to marry me.. I just dont know what to do..

The Hunter: Me - The Prey: a Job

I've been hard at work searching and hunting for a new job with no such luck. I got a call today from one of the temp agencies in town for a call center job, but because I have my modeling classes on Saturdays I was told it wouldn't work out. Part of me is greatly disappointed; I need a job! The other part of me is relieved. I've been down that call center/ marketing road before and that is one path I do not want to revisit.

I've also re-created my resume. I'm hoping, with the pointers I got from one of my instructors, I will have better luck. I changed the look of it and added some "specials interests" and "hobbies". I'm not really sure why I put those in quotation marks...

Anyway, I'm posting my resume on my blog hoping that someone, somewhere out there will stumble upon it and realize I am just the person he or she is looking for.. I left off my references, naturally, so weirdos won't call them. I don't want to put people through a stalker situation.


MY RESUME!! READ AND HIRE!

Baylor, Danielle L
Clarksville, TN 37042
931.338.6229, Danielle.baylor@gmail.com

Objective
To acquire a position in which to use both my clerical and customer service skills in a friendly, flexible environment.

Work Related Skills
Inventory management, supply and warehousing in Army Reserves
Call center complaint management; professional, friendly phone etiquette
Retail sales, face-to-face marketing; cashier
MS Windows: Word, Excel, and Powerpoint; 60 WPM and spreadsheet preparation
Patient care for mentally ill and handicapped
CPR certified through America Red Cross


Special Interests/ Hobbies
Black & White photography
Health and fitness - pilates, yoga, jogging
Fashion and modeling
Pets
Cooking
Email, text messaging, social networking, blogging, internet
Entrepreneurship
Domestic and foreign travel


Employment History
Crown Services, INC; Hopkinsville, KY: Aug 2007 - March 2010
Patient Support Associate
Assisted licensed nursing staff with admissions process of new clients and with individual treatment plans for mentally ill patients . Trained to use CPR and non-violent intervention during critical, high-risk situations. Aided total care patients with feeding, hygiene, and mobility. Filing, copying, and maintaining patient charts and information following HIPPA regulations.

US Army Reserves, Nashville, TN: Oct 2005 - Present
Automated Logistical and Supply Specialist
Perform inventory management and organize supply areas as instructed by higher ranking in chain of command. Prepare and maintain documentation and records on equipment usage, operation, and maintenance according to Army regulations and standards. Participate in monthly and annual tactical training.

Convergy's, Clarksville, TN: Dec 2006 - July 2007
Warranty Exchange Representative
Answer incoming customer calls and perform over-the-phone technical support. Ensure customer satisfaction and product issue resolution using professional, friendly service and courtesy. Transfer difficult customer calls to supervisors or separate departments for further assistance.

Education
Hopkinsville Community and Technical College
Oct 2007 - March 2010
Completed courses in Psychology, Writing I and II, Anatomy & Physiology I and II, Intro to Art, Intro to Computers - Windows 2007: Microsoft Word, Excel, and Powerpoint

John Casablancas Modeling and Acting Training Center
March 2010 - Present
School for modeling and acting as pre-step to casting calls and auditions for local talent agencies.

the month of march...

If my life isn't just one gigantic roller coaster...

I got fired from my job a month ago, which initially was ok. I hated that job and have been enjoying the time off. DUring my period of unemployment I've been living life and having fun.

For a short while, I became an unlicensed massage therapist. That didn't last long. I was getting tired of the pervs requesting "happy endings". I failed my algebra class, putting a stop to my hopes of enrolling in the Radiology program and moving to Nashville this year, so I am now attending modeling and acting school! What a trade off, huh?

My love life has been, well... I dated a special forces guy for a while, but he did not want anything serious. I started seeing both a doctor and an IT guy for a bit, but neither of those worked out either. Then, out of no where I meet a soldier online and things couldn't be better. It has only been a couple of weeks, but things are going quite swimmingly. He has claimed me as his girlfriend, and like me, he doesn't believe in wasting time. I'm loving it.

Currently I am at the bottom of my money barrel, so I am desperately seeking employment. I just finished some assessment for a temp agency; trying to reach them now before I go in for whatever I am suppose to go see them about. I'm also waiting on a call from a pet store and I'm on the hunt for a mysterious day care center over by the hospital.

I am also trying to come up with a new name for my website. I dont suppose I'll be selling items anymore, but I do like the idea of having my own little space in the cyberworld. Yea, I have a few followers on twitter and facebook, but I want something I can call my very own.

Hopefully, when I update again (whenever that will be), I'll have something awesome to say. I hate talking about all the negative things in my universe. I do enjoy the occassional happy and inspirational moments that occur over a lifetime.

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