I had a small web chat conversation with a guy from Taiwan the other day. I was surprised when he said he was more interested in African American girls than Caucasian ones. However, he did say that he was intrigued because of what he has seen on TV. I shutter at that thought because I haven't really watched US TV in a year so I have no idea how Black women are being portrayed now days but, I wouldn't be surprised if nothing has changed.
As we continued talk about school and other interest I touched my hair. Yes my freshly washed and twisted hair full of spring and bounce. He said "woah! you must have put in a lot of hair gel right?" I gave a confused look and replied " uhh ahaha no, my hair naturally does this." (with a little help form some shea butter which I will be running out soon so someone please send me a care package!)
I pulled out a strand to show him just how long the coil stretched and reached my shoulder. He looked in amazement. I also explained briefly how the long straight hair that he sees on Black women on TV usually goes through a chemical or heating process. "Even Beyonce?!" he said. I could only laugh out loud for that one because it was just that awesome! "Yes, even Beyonce..."
And this is why I am so excited that this movie is finally coming out! Chris Rock brings us a documentary about "Good Hair" Hopefully it will open up some eyes.
About Me
- Darkumbra
- If I said I was a simple girl it would be a lie. I like cartoons, wildlife and music. I totally love Asian pop too.It makes me happy to see that African Americans have inspired many parts of the world with music. I started my natural journey in February and it was the best decision I have ever made. Each day I learn to love my natural beauty more. Ive been to South Korea and I will be attending Temple University Japan Campus in Tokyo this fall.
2 comments:
Haha, oh there is nothing like the hair conversations in Asia. ^_^ I wish I could have seen his face when he said "Beyonce too?"
Everyone here asks me where I got my perm everytime I wear my hair curly and they almost can't believe it's natural. I even get that when I pin it up too... I guess a lot of Koreans don't believe in fixing their hair themselves.
We women in general do too damn much to our hair. More often than not to impress a guy who doesn't really give a rats butthole anyways. I finally succumbed to dyeing mine permanently. There goes my naturally, cold black hair.
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