Category Archives: Travel Today was we had a braiding test and the ladies were so nervous. They came in focused and ready to go. We had the girls go up in groups of 4 and they were graded on speed, accuracy, overall apperance, and attitude. So, many girls made up for their speed with a great attitude. They...  I am ecstatic to be back in Brazil! This is the second beauty school project in Rio I have been a part of with The Trade and I’m so totally excited to meet the girls we will be training. I landed in Rio at 6am and I was so nervous to go through customs… Of course... no comments  Beauty school with the Bits begins again! This time on my birthday! Once again, I have the privilege of sharing knowledge with 20 ladies at 31 Bits. Today, we learned about chemical relaxing. On the grass they sat as I relaxed Agnes’s hair, one of the jewelry makers. When I learned her name, I told... no comments  Meet Griffin. Griffin’s mommy is a jewelry maker at 31 Bits. Like so many in Africa, Griffin was a victim of the disease Malaria. Being homeless at the time, Griffin’s mother was unable to afford medication or even a mosquito net to protect them. As a result, this sweet boy now is mentally and physically... show 3 comments  These ladies here in Uganda have been so welcoming to us. We have enjoyed every second of our time here at 31 Bits. Kaylie and I have had so much fun getting to know them and learning to roll paper beads. As it turns out, I am great at it. But Kaylie needs a little... no comments |
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