Well, there's only 2 weeks left (10 shows) so I guess its time to start journaling again.  Its a bit routine now, so I feel less tired I guess.

The shows have been going extremely well, and I plan on making the most of the time remaining. 

My hair is holding up nicely, thanks to my monthly cassia treatments, acv rinses and some great hair products.  I found a new shampoo/conditioner at Whole Foods called Alaffia.  Its moisturizing for curly hair and the conditioner is a leave in.  I may continue to use it in rotation w/Devacurl and Neem Therapy.

I plan on auditioning for more shows in the future, after I get back from my Singapore/Indonesia trip in June.  I'm looking forward to getting away, although it kinda suxx that I have to fly by myself.  Guess it will be an adventure!!

My cassia turned out great!  The orange juice and letting the mix sit overnight brought a lot more yellow gold to my color.  Last time I mixed it with water and eo only and got a bit of a darker gold.  Next time I will not use so much oj-it made the mix runny after it was applied - the the heat from my head and the shower cap made it melt so I couldn't comfortably lay down during the 3 hours I left the cassia on my hair.  I couldn't leave it on for more than 3 hours because the runny-ness was annoying!!!

One note, I forgot that hubby bought oj w/pulp.  I never drink that kind so I don't buy it.  When I added it to the cassia powder I was so focused on mixing it smoothly that I didn't notice the pulp until...you guessed it...trying to wash that crap out of my hair.  Ugh!!  What a pain!  I washed twice, which is normal to get the cassia out, and then globbed lots of conditioner on and let it set while I did my other shower stuff.  Then I combed it through and rinsed.  And rinsed.  And rinsed.  I decided that most of it would come out when dry so I put in my leave in condish and plopped it.  It was a wise decision not to put any styling stuff in my hair so it would be easier to comb and then brush through.  I waited until it was dry and used my Ric's comb, then the M&P brush and essentially its all gone.  Yay.

I want to try adding a bit of amla to see if it will encourage my curl without adding too much brown color.  Maybe if I mix it with water and add that to the cassia mix right before the application so it isn't mixed with the acid for too long.  Trial and error, again!

So now I'm excited to go 'cause I went shopping today!!!  Got some super cute dressy shoes, underwear, a comfy nighty that won't embarrass me in front of his family and some makeup.

Still loving my new cassia.  I even wore my hair down today, with a simple alice band.

Whoops-sorry LD, I missed replying to you.

I am going all by myself besides visiting his family.

I have nearly everything purchased for the trip-SIL and niece's presents still need to be bought but otherwise done.

I've started brushing out my hair at night w/ my M&P boar bristle brush.  I have so much fewer tangles this way.  Still sleeping in pigtail braids.

I'm a bit too preoccupied to get those hair pics posted.

Good news is that my mom is doing better, sounds much more like her usual self.  Two more rounds of chemo to go before the next assessment of her treatment.  I'm looking forward to seeing her in July, and a little apprehensive as well.

I must say I'm liking the Ojon styling creme, still getting the hang of application.  I have more hair on the left side of my head and it is a little less wavy than the right.  I'm trying to get the right amount of product on both sides to get a mostly even amount of wave.  Its a bit annoying, I wish the top was as wavy as the underneath. 

I plan on deep treating on Saturday, so my hair will be very moisturized on the plane.  I hope I don't get too poofy or frizzy with the humidity in Singapore.

Oh yeah, had to return that comfy nighty-when I tried it on at home it suddenly became quite sheer.  I've decided to take a t-shirt and pj pants and maybe I'll find some awesome pj's over there.

Thank you very much, Drear!

In humidity I do get poofy and my waves will droop if I don't use good stuff on my hair.

Found some Amla oil at the aromatherapy store today-gonna give it a try!  I hope it enhances my curls.  If anything, it smells awesome, like fresh jasmine flowers.

Did my CPR re-certification today.  Had a good teacher so it was more fun and went fast.  Yay!

I'm going to go take a nap.  Maybe later I'll shower and try my new amla oil.  Whee!

(((hugs))) Melusine!  I know I'm realllly lucky!  Thanks for your well wishes, they're always appreciated!