I actually have a similar issue going on, the difference is i now have some sections that have lost any locks or knots all together. My dreads are only about one month old,twist and rip.I don`t have any answers for this but i thought i should let you know "you`r not alone"! ;p 
good luck and happy dreading!
Very well said!
Lxs Rivera said:
Soaring Eagle is spot on! Love the creativity!
I'm an interior designer with a global engineering company, and I'm currently working at a high-profile government contractor facility. . People comment positively about my dreads at least 1 time per week. I've had my dreads for over a year now, and I absolutely love them. I'm so happy that my company never had a problem with it. If I stop for gas, coffee, or smoothies before or after work, people will ask what my job is bc they've never seen someone dressed professionally with dreads and tattoos. I think it's awesome to showcase dreadlocks in a positive light! WAY TO GO Mandi!!!
Its sad when you tell you`r closest friends or family you are planning to get dreads and their first thought is neglected dirty hair....
I absolutely love this idea! it would be very important to cover the wide range and styles of dreadlocks as well as the people. It might also be a good idea to mention the many other misunderstood hair styles and colors but of course to stick with the dread approach. There are of course people of all "types" who rock their dreads different ways, one perfect example is my daughter`s therapist!
