title: Nice Dreads: Hair Care Basics and Inspiration for Colored Girls Who've Considered Locking Their Hair
author:  Lonnice Brittenum Bonner 
description: Have you always admired women with flowing hair? Do you long for a wash-and-go style? In" Nice Dreads, Lonnice Brittenum Bonner, the author of the classic "Good Hair, shares her secrets and personal stories about dreadlocks--from cultivating buds to keeping those locks looking their best! <br />Perfect for women who want dreadlocks but aren't sure how to start, or for those who've already started and want to know the best ways to keep hair healthy, "Nice Dreads can help you grow your own lovely locks. From preparing for the haircut to everyday maintenance, Lonnice Brittenum Bonner tells you exactly what to expect, while photographs illustrate each stage of growth and showcase mature dreads in all their glory. <br />The author (who sports locks herself) knows firsthand the challenges of caring for this hairstyle; those intimidated by a drastic cut or shy about showing off the stages of early growth will find personal encouragement from someone who knows exactly how they feel--and how great they'll look! Learn how to overcome your reservations and wear your style with pride.
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  Revolution is not a one-time event . . . or something that happens around us
  rather than inside of us.
  
  
  —Audre Lorde
  
  
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  **3 THINGS I WANT TO DO THIS SUMMER**
  
  
  1.Find a new hairstyle. According to Grandma, hair is a Black girl’s crown.
  The thicker and longer the better, so I definitely won’t cut it. But I like to
  experiment: perm it, dye it, weave it, wig it. This summer, I want to do
  something I haven’t done before. Maybe I’ll get highlights—chestnut ombré or
  copper brown. Maybe honey blonde. Subtle of course, just enough to add texture
  and depth.
  
  
  2.Find time to spend with Imani, my cousin-sister-friend. We have a plan to
  hang out with our 