getting the hair done- day 38 (project 365)

Tonight young Miss Janea did my hair--- braids.  All the girls young and me sitting around eating, drinking, laughter and such filling the air.   It has been a while since having my hair braided and loving it...feels good.  Memories and thoughts of why the beauty parlor and the barber shop is such a big part of black culture.   A time when people would sit around discuss the happenings in the community and make plans to gather for many reasons, political and personal, debates and discussions and yes the social aspect as well.