A crown serves as part of an embraced identity. It is a badge of honor resting effortlessly amongst the highest point. My crown happens to be thick, curly, and typically high maintenance. It barely reaches my shoulders and poofs in the damp Houston weather. My crown is of course my textured mane, which I had to develop to appreciate and embrace like royalty. Black girls and women throughout the nation are learning the history behind their hair, as they emulate hairstyles that showcase its…
PERSONAL ESSAY: A Black woman’s crown should be celebrated
Posted on February 3, 2021 / Posted by ACM

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