First re-tighten and other thoughts

Well I got first re-tighten on the April 1st. I did have some new growth and lets just say my head was a lil tender afterwards, reminded me of how I felt after braids. I was happy that she cleaned up the front a bit. My front is substantially shorter than the rest of my hair, plus it has the most perm and color so the texture is rougher, I'd say my hair is about 1.5 - 2" in the front and the rest between 7-8". I have had a few bouts of lock envy and have grown tired of the headband, but I know that this sister lock thing is a journey.

I saw someone's sister locks and they looked great and then I put my hands in my own, and was disheartned. Not to mention all of the grey hair that is showing up at the roots..yuck! My consultant said that I could use a semi-permanent color and my sister (she has traditional locks) suggested a shampoo with color in it.

I guess my locks are settling in and I've had no slippage or breakage what so ever, so that's good news. I'm posting some pictures, let me know what you think.