tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26343438925923595142024-03-13T14:32:40.631-07:00BreaKINK New GroundHair education, not just information!CallaLilyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03483453031872289914noreply@blogger.comBlogger142125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2634343892592359514.post-17956249564057155262010-09-22T05:47:00.000-07:002010-09-22T06:02:49.356-07:00Nappturosity 50% off - ends 9/30/10 midnightHello family: I just wanted to drop in quickly to alert you to a book deal. Anyone interested in purchasing the book <strong>Nappturosity</strong> should head over to the site (<a href="http://www.naturalhairbook.com/">http://www.naturalhairbook.com/</a>). It is going out of print and they are offing the last copies at 50% off. If you are like me and did not want to pay the $27 smackeroos for this natural hair book, jump on this quick. This offer <strong><span style="color:#ff0000;">ends on September 30, 2010 at midnight</span></strong> and there is a limited amount of books left. You must enter the <strong><span style="color:#ff0000;">coupon code "thankyou"</span></strong> upon checkout. Hope someone finds this helpful.<br /><br />Next week I will be posting about the books I recently read from Lisa Akbari: <strong><em>"The Black Woman's Guide to Beautiful Hair"</em></strong> and <strong><em>"Every Woman's Guide to Beautiful Hair At Any Age".</em></strong> Both were available to my local library. Until next week Lovlies, take care!<br /><br />Thanks for reading. Be blessed!<br /><br />CallaLilyCallaLilyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03483453031872289914noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2634343892592359514.post-6996328432068842572010-09-13T11:31:00.001-07:002010-09-13T11:36:25.713-07:00Working with what God gave me<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjx9e3Yj7ja5J6OSkf6OnZi_JwGxFEvnXomLpI6isNPBqLhi61SDsW-da8Hw6d5JAn1avvZP8tyDBcbV1yi8dVl3_IFQjwg7s-OayA6XhXHdXRRx9cg_5VBQu4DuKzUViqMwZ76yyiBqmY/s1600/hands2.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5516468678696030466" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 200px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 115px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjx9e3Yj7ja5J6OSkf6OnZi_JwGxFEvnXomLpI6isNPBqLhi61SDsW-da8Hw6d5JAn1avvZP8tyDBcbV1yi8dVl3_IFQjwg7s-OayA6XhXHdXRRx9cg_5VBQu4DuKzUViqMwZ76yyiBqmY/s200/hands2.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div><div>I believe the saying goes<em> “Sometimes the helping hand you need is at the end of your own arms”</em> - don’t quote me on the wording :-). Anyway, that has been my approach to detangling my hair over the last few weeks. I haven’t enlisted the assistance of a detangling comb or brush on wash day and I can’t really say I miss it. My God-given “human comb” seems to be working out just fine. I don’t find that it takes any more time than my wide-tooth comb since I would always finger detangle my hair as a first anyway.<br /><br />I make sure I have a pair of hair shears for stubborn knots and tangles. Another must is making sure my fingernails are tended to before this task (<a href="http://breakinknewground.blogspot.com/2010/01/killer-nails.html"><strong><span style="color:#ff0000;">read this</span></strong></a>). I’m pleased this discovery has gotten me a step closer to rely less on tools/products for maintenance and become more in touch with my hair (no pun intended).<br /><br />Have any of you tried this method? How did it work out?<br /><br />Thanks for reading. Be blessed!<br /><br />CallaLily</div></div>CallaLilyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03483453031872289914noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2634343892592359514.post-77992216376646504802010-09-10T11:17:00.000-07:002010-09-10T11:39:02.142-07:00Time waits for no one. . .Days gone by . . . . weeks gone by. . . . a WHOLE MONTH and no word from CallaLily!!! Please forgive my long absence. I apologize for the huge gap since my last post; life has been. . . . <strong>life</strong>!<br /><br />To be quite honest, I am weening away from the blogosphere; sad news! There are still some posts that I want to present to you but I will not be moving forward with my original focus for this blog. Look for a <strong>Lisa Akbari</strong> post in the coming days; I purchased some products and read some books by her.<br /><br />I'm sorry if this comes as a dissapointment but right now I have to put my energy and focus on more than my hair and blog. Things have been going well with my hair and I hope to give you some periodic updates.<br /><br />I've enjoyed this hobby and I'll still be lurking around reading and commenting on some of my favorite blogs. I just won't be researching and posting here on a regular basis. I wish all my readers the best on their hair journey!<br /><br />Thanks for reading. Be blessed!<br /><br />CallaLilyCallaLilyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03483453031872289914noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2634343892592359514.post-40720979109411344382010-08-10T05:31:00.001-07:002010-08-10T05:48:46.766-07:00Introduction to "Core Concepts" (new mission)<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhDT6Xh63JNHJwxMMSFNlFOFJHjP9gVragJPkK3sEDrnRLNtwZ5GstjUhw_w3wQCuSDoOHgtJ6_YRz9rgb5Jrn0QN5pCV9U-sotPLixN1oEb0NOi1-1pl6vQzrSyA34eREnlm1w77O8TeWA/s1600/educate.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5503758489772294226" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 214px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 145px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhDT6Xh63JNHJwxMMSFNlFOFJHjP9gVragJPkK3sEDrnRLNtwZ5GstjUhw_w3wQCuSDoOHgtJ6_YRz9rgb5Jrn0QN5pCV9U-sotPLixN1oEb0NOi1-1pl6vQzrSyA34eREnlm1w77O8TeWA/s200/educate.jpg" border="0" /></a> In my “<em>teaser</em>” post (<a href="http://breakinknewground.blogspot.com/2010/07/it-finally-makes-sense.html"><strong><span style="color:#ff0000;">here</span></strong></a>), I hint that I have an understanding on how to care for my hair. I am now focused on proper hair care. In the beginning, experimenting with hair styles and products (both commercial and homemade) was exciting but my primary interest is hair maintenance and preservation these days. As my hair focus has shifted, so has my objective for this blog. I’ve changed the subtitle description of BreaKINK New Ground from <em><span style="color:#3333ff;">“My journey to appreciating my God-given hair and sharing the experience”</span></em> to <span style="color:#3333ff;"><em>“Hair education, not just information!”</em></span>.<br /><br />While I still intend to share with you my personal, natural hair journey; I’m more insistent on sharing knowledge here. The key to unlocking a successful hair journey is education. My plans and goals are clear and I’m ready to get down to business.<br /><br /><span style="color:#ff0000;"><strong>I must put out this disclaimer:</strong> I am not an expert in the field of hair care. The information I share here should be used in addition to your own research. I am simply striving to equip you with accurate information but if you are looking for perfection, you’ve come to the WRONG place!</span><br /><br />Since there is so much I want to share with you, I need to reveal the pieces layer by layer; starting at the foundation. I don’t have any hidden agendas or secret missions. When it’s applicable, I will state the source(s) of information I use. It is my hope that you will enjoy and benefit from my new approach. As always, your questions and comments are welcome!<br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#6633ff;">Upcoming – Hair composition/structure. . .<br /></span></strong><br />Thanks for reading. Be blessed!<br /><br />CallaLilyCallaLilyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03483453031872289914noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2634343892592359514.post-3808786105631243302010-08-05T04:56:00.001-07:002010-08-05T05:01:27.720-07:00Winner of the “Dough for Dialogue” Giveaway<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVwC87HgbRbjiiDLzDhuoBzYcRosH0_IvJhoim92eOOw0mpUS9ZMphabMvYQHx7CwGL3_o8ei2O57VrdfXNBW_hMZL7pUFWx-HFh8x0PK-8-81gTRD9aXLEedrq0PUDdCmYRhJy7qVRqxl/s1600/wwinner.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5501893639679218898" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 200px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 162px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVwC87HgbRbjiiDLzDhuoBzYcRosH0_IvJhoim92eOOw0mpUS9ZMphabMvYQHx7CwGL3_o8ei2O57VrdfXNBW_hMZL7pUFWx-HFh8x0PK-8-81gTRD9aXLEedrq0PUDdCmYRhJy7qVRqxl/s200/wwinner.jpg" border="0" /></a> <div>The lucky winner of the <span style="color:#009900;"><strong>“<em>Dough for Dialogue</em>” Giveaway</strong></span> is <strong><span style="color:#ff0000;">Alana</span></strong>! You have won <span style="color:#3333ff;">(1) $10 gift card</span> to your choice of <strong><em>Curlmart</em></strong> or <strong><em>Luv Naturals</em></strong>. I will send your prize via the email you designate. Please send your info to me at <strong>callalily40@gmail.com</strong> asap.<br /><br />Thanks to all you Lovelies who participated in my "Christmas in July" giveaways. I’ll be getting back to my regular posting next week. . . <span style="color:#6600cc;">with a <strong>new focus</strong></span>. . . stay tuned!<br /><br />Thanks for reading. Be blessed!<br /><br />CallaLily</div>CallaLilyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03483453031872289914noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2634343892592359514.post-48868839088422974032010-08-04T05:22:00.001-07:002010-08-04T05:24:10.129-07:00Giveaway reminder<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfqJ5GYJpcdZrVZh_Z3nZDmxsboZqrZMdC4hyD9xDnC-ZW8J6FWazCI5J5DM7nH4Pp4tlhAuQJDIDt41pxPJE7WVQn5AophwodYkrZK5GTiZ_nNNAhkHULHELQAun8UnyKZTM1lY3t_lOl/s1600/clock2.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5501529045667071778" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 213px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 151px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfqJ5GYJpcdZrVZh_Z3nZDmxsboZqrZMdC4hyD9xDnC-ZW8J6FWazCI5J5DM7nH4Pp4tlhAuQJDIDt41pxPJE7WVQn5AophwodYkrZK5GTiZ_nNNAhkHULHELQAun8UnyKZTM1lY3t_lOl/s200/clock2.jpg" border="0" /></a> There’s still time to enter the <span style="color:#3333ff;"><strong>“<em>Dough for Dialogue</em>” Giveaway</strong></span> (click <a href="http://breakinknewground.blogspot.com/2010/07/bonus-dough-for-dialogue-giveaway.html"><strong><span style="color:#ff0000;">here</span></strong> </a>for details). This contest will end at <strong>Midnight tonight (EST).<br /></strong><br />Thanks for reading. Be blessed!<br /><br />CallaLily<br /><div></div>CallaLilyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03483453031872289914noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2634343892592359514.post-37165628248438452462010-07-29T05:53:00.000-07:002010-07-29T06:09:42.846-07:00BONUS: "Dough for Dialogue" Giveaway<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhLfRZEYrQkOt6Tl9hHwCFNyq437vJCmXq8VkVP6U7BArzcOh6BgtIN7HWnEIsXepa2IFRgGA0vxaNtLCvceF52PdvLjOrRbSFvTVR_M2Y_Ocvp5pS5mEx67d1lvrJIAO43iJsUxFhq9u7p/s1600/Cash-Bonus.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5499311768532980322" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 213px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 208px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhLfRZEYrQkOt6Tl9hHwCFNyq437vJCmXq8VkVP6U7BArzcOh6BgtIN7HWnEIsXepa2IFRgGA0vxaNtLCvceF52PdvLjOrRbSFvTVR_M2Y_Ocvp5pS5mEx67d1lvrJIAO43iJsUxFhq9u7p/s200/Cash-Bonus.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div><em><span style="color:#33ccff;">Here is the surprise that I said I had up my sleeve</span></em> <span style="color:#00cccc;">:-)</span></div><div></div><div></div><div>I had a wonderful idea to do a <strong>bonus giveaway</strong>. I get absolutely ecstatic when I receive and read everyone’s comments to my posts. It lets me know that people are interested in what I have to say; that my time and efforts aren’t in vain! I love to dialogue about hair and I’ve really met some wonderful ladies since starting this blog.<br /><br />Well, I just want to let you know that it really means something to me when I get to converse with my readers and your comments truly make my day. <span style="color:#ff0000;">I am giving a ten ($10) dollar gift card to 2 lucky subscribers.</span> The winners can choose between <strong><em>Curlmart</em></strong> (<em>geared toward hair products</em>) or <strong><em>Luv Naturals</em></strong> (<em>geared toward hair accessories</em>).<br /><br />*Disclaimer: all items haven been purchased with my own money. No company is sponsoring any giveaways*<br /><br />Details for<span style="color:#009900;"> “Dough for Dialogue” Giveaway</span><br /><br />The first winner has <strong>already been selected</strong>. I went back through all my posts since I started blogging and wanted to extend a nice gesture to my top commenter. From June 28, 2009 to June 28, 2010, that individual was. . . (drum roll please). . . <strong><span style="color:#ff0000;">ChocolateOrchid!!!</span></strong> :-) Just for letting me know that you were reading my blog during my first year, you earned yourself ten smackers (and I'm sure you'll give someone else a change to win the other prize, lol).<br /><br />The second winner <strong>will be entered into a drawing</strong>.<br /><br /><span style="color:#009900;"><strong>What’s up for grabs?<br /></strong>(1) $10 gift card to <strong><em>Curlmart</em></strong> <strong>OR </strong>(1) $10 gift card to <strong><em>Luv Naturals</em></strong><br /></span><br /><span style="color:#000099;"><strong>How can I enter?</strong></span><br />You must be a BNG subscriber/follower. Your entry in this giveaway is <strong><span style="color:#ff0000;">two-fold</span></strong>:<br /><br /><strong>Step 1</strong>: Find a post that has NOT been commented on and submit a comment on that post.<br /><br /><strong>Step 2</strong>: Locate the post with the most comments. Then come back <strong>here</strong> and enter the name of that post as well as the name of the post of commented on for step 1.<br /><br /><em>Two parts for you; one entry for the drawing<br /></em><br /><strong><span style="color:#6600cc;">When does the giveaway end?<br /></span></strong>You have from <span style="color:#6600cc;">now until Wednesday, August 4th at Midnight (EST)</span> to enter the <span style="color:#009900;"><em>“Dough for Dialogue”</em> Giveaway</span>. Your name will be entered in a drawing and my lovely daughter will select the winner on <strong><span style="color:#ff0000;">Thursday, August 5th</span></strong>.<br /><br />Thanks for reading. Be blessed!<br /><br />CallaLily</div>CallaLilyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03483453031872289914noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2634343892592359514.post-60110508574638892132010-07-29T05:48:00.001-07:002010-07-29T05:51:53.535-07:00Winner of the "Sleek and Shiny" Giveaway<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_3P2CV1-RoVH0E0xVAmZde6xqlzBu24gJGefKZYMSAfWYU-5304tTuxzQ-GXbJCEYBMLFEjpuoqZIKyrx3bgf0p_HVh_9vM1Q1YKclQco4Hu1R3_xwnpb-0jhqj4kqKSFWtJPNbQvmDfM/s1600/wwinner.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5499310013485570386" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 200px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 162px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_3P2CV1-RoVH0E0xVAmZde6xqlzBu24gJGefKZYMSAfWYU-5304tTuxzQ-GXbJCEYBMLFEjpuoqZIKyrx3bgf0p_HVh_9vM1Q1YKclQco4Hu1R3_xwnpb-0jhqj4kqKSFWtJPNbQvmDfM/s200/wwinner.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div><strong>Random.org</strong> selected <strong>#6</strong> so congratulations goes to <strong><span style="color:#ff0000;">Kingsmomma</span></strong>! You have won (<span style="color:#3333ff;">1) 4oz Oyin Handmade Burnt Sugar Pomade and (1) 2oz Carol’s Daughter Kizzi “Stay-Put” Hair Pomade (both slightly used)</span>. Please send your info to me at <strong>callalily40@gmail.com</strong> <strong><span style="color:#ff0000;">by August 2nd</span></strong> so I can mail your prize.<br /><br />Thanks to everyone who entered the <strong><a href="http://breakinknewground.blogspot.com/2010/07/sleek-and-shiny-giveaway.html"><span style="color:#ff6600;">“Sleek and Shiny” Giveaway</span></a></strong>.<br /><br />Thanks for reading. Be blessed!<br /><br />CallaLily</div>CallaLilyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03483453031872289914noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2634343892592359514.post-1796414480883971682010-07-28T06:33:00.001-07:002010-07-28T06:36:05.726-07:00Giveaway reminder<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPbuB436AP7pg_1gVMygqIlQJoQLuf3jly2VcvrlFH1W-n20WHvsRsaDHWSKzJLz2NkKmwCmDgWvlR_RXvIMihgh2RehAidXsLAs4pXR3hKwJqBrBnCwDE-WxXO4B_bBMJe69JcF2TeOHF/s1600/clock2.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5498949818199257170" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 209px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 147px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPbuB436AP7pg_1gVMygqIlQJoQLuf3jly2VcvrlFH1W-n20WHvsRsaDHWSKzJLz2NkKmwCmDgWvlR_RXvIMihgh2RehAidXsLAs4pXR3hKwJqBrBnCwDE-WxXO4B_bBMJe69JcF2TeOHF/s200/clock2.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div>There’s still time to enter the <span style="color:#ff6600;"><strong><em>“Sleek and Shiny”</em> Giveaway</strong></span> (click <a href="http://breakinknewground.blogspot.com/2010/07/sleek-and-shiny-giveaway.html"><strong><span style="color:#ff0000;">here</span></strong> </a>for details). This contest will end at <strong>Midnight tonight (EST)</strong>.<br /><br />Thanks for reading. Be blessed!<br /><br />CallaLily</div>CallaLilyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03483453031872289914noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2634343892592359514.post-7712892335119833312010-07-22T07:53:00.001-07:002010-07-22T08:01:44.116-07:00"Sleek and Shiny" Giveaway<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgH-e68h_Tzrm9_Ej_qU6ULl3ghBt_bTcTsT8P0-pLTn4Zyeev65FbwJcse0a-pt9Vt0TKADwyKNIH5F-9T26FtLETqMd5zQs1wzrq4PFZqnK34QRBc8oa9YctbzpUoQ2Mv2CJrAXiIGFLV/s1600/giveaway.png"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5496743931772848994" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 200px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 200px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgH-e68h_Tzrm9_Ej_qU6ULl3ghBt_bTcTsT8P0-pLTn4Zyeev65FbwJcse0a-pt9Vt0TKADwyKNIH5F-9T26FtLETqMd5zQs1wzrq4PFZqnK34QRBc8oa9YctbzpUoQ2Mv2CJrAXiIGFLV/s200/giveaway.png" border="0" /></a><br /><div>You’ve all been great this month so this week’s giveaway is super easy :-) I’ve tried using pomades for shine and hold but discovered that it’s not really my thing. The two products in this giveaway have been slightly used but they are not doing anything for me but taking up room in my stash so if you feel you could benefit from the products, please participate. <br /><br />*Disclaimer: all items haven been purchased with my own money. No company is sponsoring any giveaways*<br /><br />Details for <span style="color:#ff6600;"><strong><em>“Sleek & Shiny”</em> Giveaway</strong></span><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#3333ff;">What’s up for grabs?<br /></span></strong><span style="color:#3333ff;">(1) 4oz Oyin Handmade Burnt Sugar Pomade</span> (used once) and <span style="color:#3333ff;">(1) 2oz Carol’s Daughter Kizzi “Stay-Put” Hair Pomade</span> (used twice)<br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#6600cc;">How can I enter?<br /></span></strong>If you are a BNG subscriber/follower, <span style="color:#6600cc;">leave a comment below in this post “I want it”.</span> That’s it!<br /><br /><span style="color:#996633;"><strong>When does the giveaway end?<br /></strong></span>You have from <span style="color:#996633;">now until Wednesday, July 28th at Midnight (EST)</span> to enter the <span style="color:#ff6600;"><em>“Sleek & Shiny”</em> Giveaway</span>. I will be using <strong>Random.org</strong> to select the winner. <span style="color:#ff0000;"><strong>On Thursday, July 29th I will announce the winner.</strong></span> <br /> <br /><em><strong><span style="color:#66cccc;">Although the month of July is coming to an end and this would be my last weekly giveaway, I’ve got something else up my sleeve for you so keep checking back. . . .</span></strong></em> <br /><br />Thanks for reading. Be blessed!<br /><br />CallaLily</div>CallaLilyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03483453031872289914noreply@blogger.com13tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2634343892592359514.post-63904254564922298862010-07-22T07:48:00.000-07:002010-07-22T07:52:36.055-07:00Winner of the "Eco-Friendly" Giveaway<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgxjWgo8XPvZiKv8uGrfiugebho4SJ9jJDwozomcJXKRPf-ZRvG_jzKSQqp6EHiwpRsqLOBGM_1wXFgqT06E9aFb1k-QjyH06Coei8Z2LvSc6DmZHV5KfYGG-nhLdMRgkoIozLNbWz4m-Py/s1600/wwinner.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5496742743422377010" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 200px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 162px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgxjWgo8XPvZiKv8uGrfiugebho4SJ9jJDwozomcJXKRPf-ZRvG_jzKSQqp6EHiwpRsqLOBGM_1wXFgqT06E9aFb1k-QjyH06Coei8Z2LvSc6DmZHV5KfYGG-nhLdMRgkoIozLNbWz4m-Py/s200/wwinner.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div><strong>Random.org</strong> selected <strong>#3</strong> so congratulations goes to <strong><span style="color:#ff0000;">Tiffany</span></strong>! You have won <span style="color:#3333ff;">(1) 2oz Curl Euphoria Elixir</span> (full size, discontinued product), <span style="color:#3333ff;">(1) Curl Ecstasy Hair Tea</span> (2oz sample size) and (<span style="color:#3333ff;">2) Curls Milkshake</span> (sample size). Please send your info to me at <strong>callalily40@gmail.com</strong> <strong><span style="color:#ff0000;">by July 26th</span></strong> so I can mail your prize. </div><div> </div><div></div><div></div><div></div><div>Thanks to everyone who entered the <a href="http://breakinknewground.blogspot.com/2010/07/eco-friendly-giveaway.html"><strong><span style="color:#009900;"><em>“Eco-Friendly”</em> Giveaway</span></strong></a>.<br /><br />Thanks for reading. Be blessed!<br /><br />CallaLily</div>CallaLilyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03483453031872289914noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2634343892592359514.post-50277103068997838852010-07-21T05:47:00.000-07:002010-07-21T05:51:08.377-07:00Giveaway reminder<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEirCUCQ5b_QsGZAMPLfP1cSSOB6fATrdwKgda-StqFy9ek5rCqQSgWo4ZSe0w4q6djVRjJm9jFXJqsxuej_9qvT_T9NToJ2RmmvoPn_qT_JqUd4RzVexVKAFPo-SbhH5EUiEaqC9AN-gB5E/s1600/clock2.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5496340833530135538" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 221px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 151px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEirCUCQ5b_QsGZAMPLfP1cSSOB6fATrdwKgda-StqFy9ek5rCqQSgWo4ZSe0w4q6djVRjJm9jFXJqsxuej_9qvT_T9NToJ2RmmvoPn_qT_JqUd4RzVexVKAFPo-SbhH5EUiEaqC9AN-gB5E/s200/clock2.jpg" border="0" /></a> There’s still time to enter the <strong><span style="color:#009900;">"<em>Eco-Friendly</em>" Giveaway</span></strong> (click <a href="http://breakinknewground.blogspot.com/2010/07/eco-friendly-giveaway.html"><strong><span style="color:#ff0000;">here</span></strong> </a>for details). This contest will end at <strong>Midnight tonight (EST)</strong> and details for the new giveaway will be posted tomorrow.<br /><br />Thanks for reading. Be blessed!<br /><br />CallaLilyCallaLilyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03483453031872289914noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2634343892592359514.post-32865481225070427132010-07-20T05:36:00.001-07:002010-07-20T05:42:08.627-07:00AM-8: Hardware for Hair<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtV50mh2YcbmiPyLRAIDRnKdvxutCDeke1lAQjPf-B28_JinxkXeSZMZnvAbJueCQVpQP1zcsoZpG1swcge3qB2E6yCh_yGVkGfOLBTC6lLe5UuKyL-_Up1Bd7M2C7Xb7GxmvFKWgANdos/s1600/spritepurespray8chrome.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5495967446925176178" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 200px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 200px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtV50mh2YcbmiPyLRAIDRnKdvxutCDeke1lAQjPf-B28_JinxkXeSZMZnvAbJueCQVpQP1zcsoZpG1swcge3qB2E6yCh_yGVkGfOLBTC6lLe5UuKyL-_Up1Bd7M2C7Xb7GxmvFKWgANdos/s200/spritepurespray8chrome.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh-XmPoGYJFWwjC_VdHJrUJZ17MklsHZIZE2Ujl5sMipRDGPuO6gy9YucVbpaH6NI5qABJcvPcTsd7FRqloCoEBhefbLiGqZDuh1EiFLBIUp1T2FRdbWZmPvBNaGHVfodfRjHSK8qT-2KVQ/s1600/sprite.jpg"></a>The Sprite Pure-Spray 8 Deluxe Filtered Shower Head; Model# AM-8 is now in my possession! I feel like I’m in the<em> elite club</em> of ladies whose tresses have been reaping the benefits of this prize, lol. I believe this investment will make a contribution towards improving my hair. I have read how many fabulous naturals feel this device was well worth acquiring since your hair is just one thing that will profit from its use.<br /><br />A recent NaturallyCurly article explains how damaging water can be to our hair (read <a href="http://www.naturallycurly.com/curlreading/curl-products/is-water-damaging-my-hair"><strong><span style="color:#ff0000;">here</span></strong></a>)<br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#3333ff;">If you have a filter, what advantages have you seen from utilizing one?</span></strong> <br /><br />Thanks for reading. Be blessed!<br /><br />CallaLily<br /><br /><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi71k_83nbz1LWKc0XpS-EoCPoDt9_p8MfJ4gnjTj1KVy8_9x2UBjf8F9nAXNuHQNB3OJj_TnFZMU9zbWbrv9Jm7Nm7EpLrccRiZQ_dDDctV1KOhHrJO2TMeiNudHKldvzALfjjetjOarFF/s1600/sprite.jpg"></a><br /><br /><br /><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEibHwCYUlf5dy6oPIYXMEOIgssugldlbyZ43Kw-G0Up3kF1vDhvN7Q_OyaNdWTWIZp4uT4zi5pevyYlpAeov75-dlrGGTC3jhSrLMcyr4p-qT4l0wICb4QSIhrkXxX3VqY5ubZz1ZzQKcf2/s1600/sprite.jpg"></a><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><div></div></div></div></div>CallaLilyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03483453031872289914noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2634343892592359514.post-30622203609795638502010-07-19T11:21:00.001-07:002010-07-19T11:33:30.490-07:00It FINALLY makes sense!<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgp2Qhw3YyqOyHx_3p9aRYK2sefNdegcPgnxXiyzp83tY2TPAhyphenhyphenA5ZmChIrD4jp76qpYlnkFYYT_9XqV5e5rD4dbvuFYmF1oTvIiOMj-72WCSPzRltldhTvShmI06kANMUOQdwfQbnAs4Cd/s1600/Light.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5495684650547268402" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 180px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 200px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgp2Qhw3YyqOyHx_3p9aRYK2sefNdegcPgnxXiyzp83tY2TPAhyphenhyphenA5ZmChIrD4jp76qpYlnkFYYT_9XqV5e5rD4dbvuFYmF1oTvIiOMj-72WCSPzRltldhTvShmI06kANMUOQdwfQbnAs4Cd/s200/Light.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div></div><p><strong>WHO:</strong> <em><span style="color:#339999;">CallaLily</span></em> :-)</p><p><strong>WHAT:</strong> <em><span style="color:#339999;">Knowing how to care for her hair</span></em></p><p><span style="color:#000000;"><strong>WHEN:</strong> <em><span style="color:#339999;">Beginning <strong>July 17, 2010</strong></span></em></span></p><p><strong>WHY:</strong> <span style="color:#339999;"><em>For hair preservation</em></span></p><p><strong>HOW:</strong> <em><strong><span style="color:#ff0000;">More to come so stay tuned. . . .</span></strong></em></p><p><span style="color:#000000;">Thanks for reading. Be blessed!</span></p><p>CallaLily</p>CallaLilyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03483453031872289914noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2634343892592359514.post-53722433399828497162010-07-15T05:48:00.000-07:002010-07-15T05:56:57.537-07:00"Eco-Friendly" Giveaway<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_aMc_8IeEmWTmZX5APYo8uiISR6qcBIsBMmSWugGBDaa7co0Y4a9f3uicLEqcDYLHOiLoZr5vFA2bsK9H7fOUyOyg8btvepeb1nFrC4VbfC95rD6d_JykzziBctytwdpy8XuRIi5cS9pq/s1600/giveaway.png"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5494114313923907538" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 200px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 200px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_aMc_8IeEmWTmZX5APYo8uiISR6qcBIsBMmSWugGBDaa7co0Y4a9f3uicLEqcDYLHOiLoZr5vFA2bsK9H7fOUyOyg8btvepeb1nFrC4VbfC95rD6d_JykzziBctytwdpy8XuRIi5cS9pq/s200/giveaway.png" border="0" /></a><br /><div>Curls was one of the first company’s that I learned about when I made the decision to go natural. I have had so many positive experiences with Curls. This week’s giveaway was inspired by a fellow blogger; where I learned that Curls started <em>“The 4 Step Sustainable CURLS™ Campaign”</em>. The campaign is geared toward making the environment cleaner and greener. Therefore, I wanted to spread the word and base my giveaway with that concept. <br /><br />*Disclaimer: all items haven been purchased with my own money. No company is sponsoring any giveaways*<br /><br />Details for<em> </em><span style="color:#009900;"><strong><em>“Eco-Friendly”</em> Giveaway</strong></span><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#3333ff;">What’s up for grabs?</span></strong><br /><span style="color:#3333ff;">(1) 2oz Curl Euphoria Elixir</span> (full size, discontinued product), <span style="color:#3333ff;">(1) Curl Ecstasy Hair Tea</span> (2oz sample size) and <span style="color:#3333ff;">(2) Curls Milkshake</span> (sample size).<br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#993399;">How can I enter?<br /></span></strong>If you are a BNG subscriber/follower, <span style="color:#993399;">click on the link below to read up on “The 4 Step Sustainable CURLS™ Campaign”. Then leave a comment below in this post on how you have reduced or plan to reduce your carbon footprint where haircare is concerned. It can be anything from walking to the salon instead of driving to recycling your product containers.<br /></span><br /><a href="http://www.curls.biz/environista.html"><strong>http://www.curls.biz/environista.html</strong></a><strong><br /></strong><br /><strong><span style="color:#993300;">When does the giveaway end?</span></strong><br />You have from <span style="color:#993300;">now until Wednesday, July 21st at Midnight (EST)</span> to enter the<em> </em><span style="color:#009900;"><em>“Eco-Friendly”</em> Giveaway</span>. I will be using <strong>Random.org</strong> to select the winner. <span style="color:#ff0000;"><strong>On Thursday, July 22nd I will announce the winner and post details for the next giveaway. <br /></strong> <br /></span><strong><span style="font-size:130%;color:#009900;">Think Green! :-)</span></strong> <br /><br />Thanks for reading. Be blessed!<br /><br />CallaLily</div>CallaLilyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03483453031872289914noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2634343892592359514.post-9391793379244938722010-07-15T05:16:00.001-07:002010-07-15T05:59:51.354-07:00Winner of the "From the Earth" Giveaway<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3HBxO3TXGVCto5okQ3cAE21YcO-ciL8nrvGl4rtRpfR15xnm0fVzJs5F8GOV4Dp6ReZd_ERrECVKDXMZhvdq1qrMDFT0XwRp9TmVsMKieUXi35VSPhSaoQo3XXmMQDreA3FRACjA1hGhz/s1600/wwinner.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5494116379125694450" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 200px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 162px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3HBxO3TXGVCto5okQ3cAE21YcO-ciL8nrvGl4rtRpfR15xnm0fVzJs5F8GOV4Dp6ReZd_ERrECVKDXMZhvdq1qrMDFT0XwRp9TmVsMKieUXi35VSPhSaoQo3XXmMQDreA3FRACjA1hGhz/s200/wwinner.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div><div><strong>Random.org</strong> selected <strong>#4</strong> so congratulations goes to <strong><span style="color:#ff0000;">queta</span></strong>! You have won <span style="color:#3333ff;">(1) 100g of Shikakai powder (Hesh)</span> and (<span style="color:#3333ff;">1) 100g of Cassia Obovata (Mehendi.com).</span> Please send your info to me at <strong>callalily40@gmail.com</strong> <strong><span style="color:#ff0000;">by July 19th</span></strong> so I can mail your prize.<br /><br />Thanks to everyone who entered the <strong><a href="http://breakinknewground.blogspot.com/2010/07/from-earth-giveaway.html"><span style="color:#009900;"><em>“From the Earth”</em> Giveaway</span></a></strong>.<br /><br />Thanks for reading. Be blessed!<br /><br />CallaLily</div></div>CallaLilyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03483453031872289914noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2634343892592359514.post-51268598852850728752010-07-14T05:37:00.000-07:002010-07-14T05:40:52.759-07:00Giveaway reminder<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgC9a7SLpY_WpwZYL84hfiCXdd_jqVP9HSMipBM37bsq7qzm4czh8cJ92lT03b_cJ2fzO-Q8aXzMV3Oo818j3raooql9k1x1-ENuQNniWLJ8XY1lHHKKkl_ITXfu3Nq0sEHPUw3aJmEoMvI/s1600/clock2.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5493740507079410194" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 214px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 144px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgC9a7SLpY_WpwZYL84hfiCXdd_jqVP9HSMipBM37bsq7qzm4czh8cJ92lT03b_cJ2fzO-Q8aXzMV3Oo818j3raooql9k1x1-ENuQNniWLJ8XY1lHHKKkl_ITXfu3Nq0sEHPUw3aJmEoMvI/s200/clock2.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div>There’s still time to enter the<strong><em> <span style="color:#009900;">"From the Earth"</span></em><span style="color:#009900;"> Giveaway</span></strong> (click <a href="http://breakinknewground.blogspot.com/2010/07/from-earth-giveaway.html"><strong><span style="color:#ff0000;">here</span></strong> </a>for details). This contest will end at <strong>Midnight tonight (EST)</strong> and details for the new giveaway will be posted tomorrow.</div><div> </div><div></div><div>Thanks for reading. Be blessed!</div><div></div><div> </div><div>CallaLily</div>CallaLilyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03483453031872289914noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2634343892592359514.post-54737545765716222222010-07-08T06:04:00.001-07:002010-07-08T06:21:21.306-07:00"From the Earth" Giveaway<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiezlYp4zhdepgJV_B9cJg9iNfjeXzB1tfOeC79WWKMg6Dg5caLxEpbwlzeVCFgt-Sl9eg-NRuNkwZ8wGbw7EUjmMPG55C14CeqjZI7cSt2bnEit_w9LIIyH040bqIWqE-HgEY_EvodTrzE/s1600/giveaway.png"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5491521417517372642" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 200px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 200px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiezlYp4zhdepgJV_B9cJg9iNfjeXzB1tfOeC79WWKMg6Dg5caLxEpbwlzeVCFgt-Sl9eg-NRuNkwZ8wGbw7EUjmMPG55C14CeqjZI7cSt2bnEit_w9LIIyH040bqIWqE-HgEY_EvodTrzE/s200/giveaway.png" border="0" /></a><br /><div><div>This week’s giveaway is dealing with hair care products we get from plant life. I’ve experimented with several (henna (read <a href="http://breakinknewground.blogspot.com/2009/08/study-hall-information-overload_26.html"><span style="color:#ff0000;"><strong>here</strong></span> </a>and <a href="http://breakinknewground.blogspot.com/2010/05/giving-henna-another-try.html"><span style="color:#ff0000;"><strong>here</strong></span></a>), amla, cassia, and common herbs) since going natural. If using the Earth’s natural resources for hair care is up your alley, this giveaway is for you.<br /><br />*Disclaimer: all items haven been purchased with my own money. No company is sponsoring any giveaways*<br /><br />Details for <span style="color:#009900;"><strong><em>“From the Earth”</em> Giveaway</strong></span><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#3333ff;">What’s up for grabs?</span><br /></strong><span style="color:#3333ff;">(1) 100g of </span><a name="OLE_LINK1"><span style="color:#3333ff;">Shikakai </span></a><span style="color:#3333ff;">powder (Hesh)</span> and (<span style="color:#3333ff;">1) 100g of Cassia Obovata (Mehandi.com).</span> You can read the following articles on Shikakai and Cassia Obovata, however, I also advise you to do your own research. </div><div><br /><a href="http://haircareproducts.suite101.com/article.cfm/how-to-wash-hair-with-shikakai"><strong>How to wash hair with shikakai</strong></a><strong> </strong></div><div><strong> <br /></strong><a href="http://ezinearticles.com/?Shikakai---The-Natural-Shampoo&id=790529"><strong>Shikakai – The Natural Shampoo</strong></a><strong> <br /></strong></div><div><a href="http://www.hennacaravan.com/how/cassia.html"><strong>How to cassia your hair</strong></a><strong> <br /></strong></div><div><a href="http://haircareproducts.suite101.com/article.cfm/using_cassia_to_condition_hair"><strong>Using cassia to condition hair</strong></a> <br /><a href="http://haircareproducts.suite101.com/article.cfm/using_cassia_to_condition_"><strong><br /></strong></a><strong><span style="color:#009900;">How can I enter?<br /></span></strong>If you are a <strong><em>BNG</em></strong> subscriber/follower, <span style="color:#009900;">leave a comment below in this post on which plant material(s) you have used, currently use or would consider using in your regimen.</span><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#993399;">When does the giveaway end?</span></strong><br />You have <span style="color:#993399;">from now until Wednesday, July 14th at Midnight (EST)</span> to enter the<em> </em><span style="color:#009900;"><em>“From the Earth”</em> Giveaway</span>. I will be using <strong>Random.org</strong> to select the winner. <strong><span style="color:#ff0000;">On Thursday, July 15th I will announce the winner and post details for the next giveaway.<br /></span></strong><br />Good luck! I’ll be doing my 3rd henna treatment at the end of this month and will provide updates then.<br /><br />Thanks for reading. Be blessed!<br /><br />CallaLily</div></div>CallaLilyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03483453031872289914noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2634343892592359514.post-67901747463902188712010-07-08T05:36:00.001-07:002010-07-08T06:03:55.969-07:00Winner of the "Buttered Up" Giveaway<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgAqen-P2PMdjXaYTyP1ZwSceBsXPbp9naCQFsJ1Xs2q5LwsFRcvcFPGSOe0fb7eVaJ8-wKv8xf3aisn0FYWfwbx30sYPoghPlkUIVozvG8xq0uzMS7MSYwqhKKhcZeDqAsMVCqw0eSYD5V/s1600/wwinner.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5491513598951135314" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 200px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 162px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgAqen-P2PMdjXaYTyP1ZwSceBsXPbp9naCQFsJ1Xs2q5LwsFRcvcFPGSOe0fb7eVaJ8-wKv8xf3aisn0FYWfwbx30sYPoghPlkUIVozvG8xq0uzMS7MSYwqhKKhcZeDqAsMVCqw0eSYD5V/s200/wwinner.jpg" border="0" /></a> <strong>Random.org</strong> selected <strong>#4</strong> so congratulations goes to <span style="color:#ff0000;"><strong>Shaharazad</strong></span>! You have won <span style="color:#3333ff;">(1) 8oz tub of unrefined shea butter (Butters-N-Bars)</span> and <span style="color:#3333ff;">(1) 14.5 oz bottle of Almond & Shea Butter conditioner (Suave Professionals).</span> <br /><br />Please send your info to me at <strong>callalily40@gmail.com <span style="color:#ff0000;">by July 12th</span></strong> so I can mail your prize.<br /><br />Thanks to everyone who entered the <strong><a href="http://breakinknewground.blogspot.com/2010/07/buttered-up-giveaway.html"><span style="color:#999900;"><em>“Buttered Up”</em> Giveaway</span></a></strong>.<br /><br />Thanks for reading. Be blessed!<br /><br />CallaLilyCallaLilyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03483453031872289914noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2634343892592359514.post-70585589484257999162010-07-07T05:09:00.000-07:002010-07-07T05:12:57.815-07:00Giveaway reminder<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgTdwTi1hIZ4dikJbj63Z22JKKTDNToxBOVCi8hQj2vJ4siaXfCN3UpEeWhnbOaLYu-5xNuruJ7ZEfYVboqut26rh5flckLe-uXOHLQmrAr10xvCdNXR8G7MhAHtku3kCKy6FXfLZzxGC2T/s1600/clock2.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5491135502456991202" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 220px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 160px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgTdwTi1hIZ4dikJbj63Z22JKKTDNToxBOVCi8hQj2vJ4siaXfCN3UpEeWhnbOaLYu-5xNuruJ7ZEfYVboqut26rh5flckLe-uXOHLQmrAr10xvCdNXR8G7MhAHtku3kCKy6FXfLZzxGC2T/s200/clock2.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiF5wOJfSeW5GIxTBJwvVqmc2r6ncJqEyExYpNi991m2XOwa6bJ6F6U9AZ3fJwH5MHO9kpWNkKe6lxuU0kaLNossXEgSb3LGuvX0V2Vk8vsv4Rk_mQd95qxibgXDe_O_mlGOZLfIcQz5row/s1600/clock.jpg"></a> There’s still time to enter the <span style="color:#cc9933;"><strong><em>"Buttered Up"</em> Giveaway</strong></span> (click <a href="http://breakinknewground.blogspot.com/2010/07/buttered-up-giveaway.html"><strong><span style="color:#ff0000;">here</span></strong> </a>for details). This contest will end at <strong>Midnight tonight (EST)</strong> and details for the new giveaway will be posted tomorrow.<br /><br />Thanks for reading. Be blessed!<br /><br />CallaLily<br /><br /><div></div></div>CallaLilyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03483453031872289914noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2634343892592359514.post-28185150944353712662010-07-01T05:06:00.001-07:002010-07-01T05:24:46.739-07:00"Buttered Up" Giveaway<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmRBYw0jj4TtfTUWv0t9nW9oAhcBl87B8GsXpnsJve5SofZDgW-WWEB_CNfbzsv5SHQFM8nebwXXDM7RILYFAD1WtVWT8VFq4cmTiCWBsIs-ezKRwVhnPJk7KMQAVPCh_DhmcpEWyzQDPe/s1600/giveaway.png"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5488908228740759522" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 200px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 200px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmRBYw0jj4TtfTUWv0t9nW9oAhcBl87B8GsXpnsJve5SofZDgW-WWEB_CNfbzsv5SHQFM8nebwXXDM7RILYFAD1WtVWT8VFq4cmTiCWBsIs-ezKRwVhnPJk7KMQAVPCh_DhmcpEWyzQDPe/s200/giveaway.png" border="0" /></a> With my blogiversary officially in June, I’m late with the festivities :-) Anyway, get ready for a <strong>month</strong> of giveaways; YAY! I will be doing a weekly giveaway during the month of July for subscribers of <strong><em>BNG</em></strong>!<br /><br />*Disclaimer: all items haven been purchased with my own money. No company is sponsoring any giveaways*<br /><br />Details for <strong><span style="color:#cc6600;"><em>“Buttered Up”</em> Giveaway</span></strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#3333ff;">What’s up for grabs?</span></strong><br />I would like to butter you up with <span style="color:#3333ff;">(1) 8oz tub of unrefined shea butter (Butters-N-Bars)</span> and <span style="color:#3333ff;">(1) 14.5 oz bottle of Almond & Shea Butter conditioner (Suave Professionals)</span>.<br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#009900;">How can I enter?<br /></span></strong>You gotta butter me up first :-) If you are a <strong><em>BNG</em></strong> subscriber/follower, <span style="color:#009900;">leave a comment below in this post on which of my posts was the most helpful/memorable to you and why (<strong>please include the title</strong>)</span>.<br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#993399;">When does the giveaway end?<br /></span></strong>You have <span style="color:#993399;">from now until Wednesday, July 7th at Midnight (EST)</span> to enter the <span style="color:#cc9933;"><em>“Buttered Up”</em> Giveaway</span>. I will be using <strong>Random.org</strong> to select the winner. <span style="color:#ff0000;"><strong>On Thursday, July 8th I will announce the winner and post details for the next giveaway.<br /></strong></span><br />That’s all folks. Good luck!<br /><br />Thanks for reading. Be blessed!<br /><br />CallaLilyCallaLilyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03483453031872289914noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2634343892592359514.post-5804060367503794532010-06-28T04:59:00.001-07:002010-06-28T05:04:22.077-07:00BNG turns 1 today!<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiq56joNg8WeIMvzJQI5-RTjHFPUMxRUdheeViHoOzU6x8BM467DzfZciJyebe1CsT_cWI3hssoi_iSihObK9kzmw_IQrqD8MpttzTtP2ZnPbIeJzEmf4As8m5p5waNKFJ09PWna0uXJvnq/s1600/anniversary1.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5487793181210396466" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 200px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 191px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiq56joNg8WeIMvzJQI5-RTjHFPUMxRUdheeViHoOzU6x8BM467DzfZciJyebe1CsT_cWI3hssoi_iSihObK9kzmw_IQrqD8MpttzTtP2ZnPbIeJzEmf4As8m5p5waNKFJ09PWna0uXJvnq/s200/anniversary1.jpg" border="0" /></a> I can’t believe it’s been one year since I started <strong><em>BreaKINK New Ground</em></strong>. I hope my blog content has been applicable to you. As I learn, I share my discoveries <strong>with</strong> you and I also gain <strong>from</strong> you. So “<em><span style="color:#cc66cc;">thank you</span></em>” to everyone that reads, comments and subscribes. Your involvement means so much to me! <br /><br />I appreciate you staying with me through this blog and hair journey I’m on (even in moments of drought, lol). You all are so wonderful :-) <br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#ff0000;">By the way, I've got some upcoming giveaways planned for my subscribers. I’ll put up a separate post later with week with details. <br /></span></strong><br />Thanks for reading. Be blessed!<br /><br />CallaLilyCallaLilyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03483453031872289914noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2634343892592359514.post-58754489567984381512010-06-25T06:10:00.000-07:002010-06-25T06:29:28.449-07:00Our daughters: Are we fighting a losing battle?<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjhZJE4XhZ3BaD1dVcWaZlhaQsgSZDEVhcJTt4RCOyTiiJ3lR9imZiuaWXp0BJlgOE4lxA5cviTtrXVGvBtp1Q6K1LnE-pIm1-rrWOcJVRG7Po6e2alH_a61TKA3eusToRXfAco250oYPO5/s1600/mother3.jpg"></a><strong><em><span style="color:#ff6666;">Food for Thought Friday
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<br /><span style="font-family:arial;color:#ff6600;">The “well-meaning” family member who perms your daughter’s hair without your consent; she was only trying to <em><strong>help</strong></em> make her hair more <em><strong>manageable</strong></em>.
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<br /></span><span style="font-family:arial;"></span><span style="font-family:arial;color:#993399;">You thought you would always stand firmly on not allowing those harsh chemicals in your daughter’s hair regimen. With her non-stop pleas and your busy schedule leaving you less and less time for hair rituals, the “other” you finally breaks down and permits the perm.</span>
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<br />Her beautiful hair is virgin no more :-( She may continue a lifetime of chemical dependency or one day she may find her way back to natural tresses. <strong>Disappointed by the culture’s heavy promotion of bone-straight manes; what’s a mother to do???</strong> <strong><span style="color:#ff0000;">Voice your thoughts and opinions</span></strong> <strong><span style="color:#ff0000;">below</span></strong>.
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<br />CallaLilyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03483453031872289914noreply@blogger.com11tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2634343892592359514.post-67861391018242451302010-06-23T06:11:00.000-07:002010-06-23T06:19:19.461-07:00Natural hair and your well-being<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_FFeU5d0GAyC6RiMSKALIoRVIEdvyzh0VjTMNLAzQllX5s-4kYpZkqkBC6vlvKYMIHFEiwnuqJFQTnt5GIcSrPwkxQ0N88Zd6jLmn8_fYzKayGYXQq0C4VMvMHfMaPWncG7sQlYksGaCi/s1600/wellbeing2.jpg"></a><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwftoPyvzq6r9Hr5OUM3WuxDjMb_UKoo6ndn6X91_w7ibcT55P89sYCX_LOgDFoM9X0awPSv6sr5QVY3Q8ej7ufcDKJFiZ9Cx6u3tntZBeT1wkhl26SHZGEc5JBvntAPUYmS8W1DKOhSJy/s1600/wellbeing.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5485956711652896338" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 190px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 213px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwftoPyvzq6r9Hr5OUM3WuxDjMb_UKoo6ndn6X91_w7ibcT55P89sYCX_LOgDFoM9X0awPSv6sr5QVY3Q8ej7ufcDKJFiZ9Cx6u3tntZBeT1wkhl26SHZGEc5JBvntAPUYmS8W1DKOhSJy/s200/wellbeing.jpg" border="0" /></a> <em><span style="color:#33cc00;">I thought this would be an interesting topic to launch. <strong>Please chime in!</strong><br /></span></em><br />At times, I wonder if a decision to <em>“go natural”</em> transforms other areas of our lives. Everyone wants to look and feel their very best, inside and outside. So when one chooses to stop chemically straightening their hair, what other <a name='more'></a> lifestyle choices are scrutinized? As we focus on taking better care of our hair, we tend to closely dissect the ingredients in our hair products. At times people commit to only eliminating certain things while some want to use ALL natural products in their hair. <br /><br />Does this lead to a commitment to demand better ingredients in the things we consume? Does our focus and thoughts shift to <strong>TOTAL well-being</strong>; <span style="color:#009900;">spiritually</span>, <span style="color:#993399;">mentally</span> and <span style="color:#cc6600;">physically</span>? How has your decision to go natural affected your thinking in regards to total well-being? <br /><br /><span style="color:#000099;"><strong>I’d love to open this up for discussion/debate. Let me know if you want to see this turn into a series of some sort. . . .<br /></strong></span><br />Thanks for reading. Be blessed!<br /><br />CallaLily</div>CallaLilyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03483453031872289914noreply@blogger.com12tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2634343892592359514.post-68645518911835156812010-06-17T08:03:00.000-07:002010-06-17T08:19:02.433-07:00An interview with Thirsty Roots<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgubZDYU1mcLETLYmGQcZtjgbMDoAR8lYDW5nBTBdM9U-Auj2c51Yn2PsqiwykJ2EWqDmOJXmA6SrguVxfYZ0JBtgiAlogY6xh5vCmxx0GGwVlHoXSqdEwugJopB0CpFELi8yTflKBS_2lI/s1600/tr.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5483758829932653426" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 193px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgubZDYU1mcLETLYmGQcZtjgbMDoAR8lYDW5nBTBdM9U-Auj2c51Yn2PsqiwykJ2EWqDmOJXmA6SrguVxfYZ0JBtgiAlogY6xh5vCmxx0GGwVlHoXSqdEwugJopB0CpFELi8yTflKBS_2lI/s320/tr.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div>When I reached out to Sharina Hill of Thirsty Roots, asking for an interview, I was SUPER excited when she accepted my request. I did <a href="http://breakinknewground.blogspot.com/2010/06/fabulous-site.html"><strong><span style="color:#ff0000;">this</span></strong> </a>brief piece on them last week. Sharina is such a sweet woman with a luxurious head of natural hair. Please enjoy the interview! <a name='more'></a><br /><br /><span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;"><em>Thank you, Sharina, for allowing me the opportunity to interview you on behalf of Thirsty Roots. Your site is loaded with tons of resources for those interested in taking better care of their hair. I had to contact you for the scoop on Thirsty Roots because I was really impressed with what you offer to the black hair care community. <br /></em> <br /><strong><span style="color:#3333ff;">CL: When was Thirsty Roots started, by whom and why?</span></strong></span></div><div><span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;"><br /><span style="color:#33cc00;"><strong>SH:</strong> ThirstyRoots.com was launched in February 2010 by myself and my husband, but it developed in mid 2009 when I decided to educate myself about how to take care of my hair and style it in a healthy way. While exploring information, I realized I had to search and research heavily on the internet to find answers, and figured if I was having this issue, then maybe others were too. Therefore, I decided to create a website for all black hair types that combines hair care information, hairstyle ideas, and a place for community.</span><br /><br /><span style="color:#3333ff;"><strong>CL: What kinds of information/topics can readers expect on the site?</strong></span></span></div><div><span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;"><br /><span style="color:#33cc00;"><strong>SH:</strong> The content matter for Thirsty Roots is based around anything that deals with black hair. We want to educate about healthy hair care, share people’s hair experiences, create an online outlet for hairstylist to present their skills, and other black hair topics.</span><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#3333ff;">CL: Thirsty Roots really seems to be geared toward “community”. Can you further explain the social networking (Youtube, Twitter, Ning, Facebook) aspect of Thirsty Roots and its benefit? Also, how will the forum be impacted by the upcoming changes with Ning?</span></strong></span></div><span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;"><div><br /><span style="color:#33cc00;"><strong>SH:</strong> Social networking has opened up many things regarding information and connections. Thirsty Roots participates in and supports the use of platforms like Youtube, Facebook, and Twitter because it brings women and men of color together much quicker to discuss and learn about their Thirsty Roots. Ning supports the social networking companies, as well, so it’s a plus to our growing community.<br /><br />The changes that Ning will make in July of 2010 will <strong>not</strong> affect Thirsty Roots as our current structure is prepared for growth.<br /></span><br /><span style="color:#3333ff;"><strong>CL: What is the vision for Thirsty Roots in the future?</strong></span></div><div><br /><span style="color:#33cc00;"><strong>SH:</strong> We are focusing on providing great online information for anyone who wants to get ideas about black hair, and more than anything, that’s our number one goal.</span><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#3333ff;">CL: What requirements does TR have before listing a salon/hairstylist/barber in the directory?</span></strong> </div><div><br /><span style="color:#33cc00;"><strong>SH:</strong> There are no requirements to list your place of business or yourself in the Thirsty Roots Directory. Currently, we are working on options for a showcase listing for businesses and professionals, and featured opportunities for an affordable fee in a more detailed and organized directory. You can list you (i.e. hairstylist, barbers, photographer, etc.) or your business information for free right now and ongoing.</span><br /><br /><span style="color:#3333ff;"><strong>CL: Would you like to share anything about your personal hair story?</strong></span></div><div><br /><span style="color:#33cc00;"><strong>SH:</strong> Well, I have been wearing my hair in its natural state for 10 years now and had many issues while trying to learn how to take care of and style kinky curly textured hair. I initially got the big chop (BC) because my hair was damaged from the over processing of the relaxer. I love the freedom of not having to worry about getting a touch up every 4 to 6 weeks and the variety of style options with natural hair. Most of all, I love the experiences shared by many women on the Internet about their natural hair finds. It has and still is helping me learn how to care and style my own hair. This is why I want to create a place where we, as black people, can help one another learn about and discover our “thirsty roots”, while <em>Bringing Out The Beauty In Black Hair</em>.</span><br /><br /><em>Thanks again for taking to time to answer my questions and for creating a community where we can seek answers to the issues that we struggle with in our “hair culture”.<br /></em></span></div><br />Thanks for reading. Be blessed!<br /><br />CallaLily<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhYqinBQZEvLLSGbhdX-axiwlVPmYHIKYPb5SsOvaU8a8_JFNThykg2COzopHx_33uWyoHLqmOkpxk7w_Fh3g8ffuDRkwB8EW_a70ssHSGJCaRlqAN-hxrs76DHl_4C4CBbzJtytkhUw-I9/s1600/tr.jpg"></a>CallaLilyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03483453031872289914noreply@blogger.com2