Jahuana by Cleopatra Oshun

To all the women who have struggled with beauty, with hair that feels more like a challenge than a crown—know that your journey is sacred. Every strand, every style, every moment of care is part of the story of becoming. And to the children who delight in the latest hairstyles, may your joy remind us that beauty is not only about appearance, but about living fully, embracing creativity, and celebrating life.

We honor the medicine, the tools, and the practices that nurture growth—from girlhood into womanhood—reminding us that self‑care is not vanity, but a vital act of love and healing.

With humility, we extend grace and gratitude to the mothers who guide with tenderness, and to the priests who walk beside women on their path of self‑discovery. We also honor the priestesses and midwives whose strength and compassion sustain upcoming mothers, helping them heal and flourish on their journey.

This message is not about mocking faith, but about honoring it—recognizing that beauty, care, and identity are gifts that flourish when supported by community, compassion, and belief.

To all women of every generation: may you embrace your strength, your love, and your rightful dominance by living in the fullness of your true self. May your journey be blessed with healing, joy, and the unshakable knowledge that you are worthy, powerful, and whole.