So Much to Celebrate: Noonday Turns 5 Years Old!!

I love a great celebration, don't you?  Right now there is tons to celebrate over at Noonday Collection and I thought I would pop by on this long weekend to share it with you.  I have had a blast these last few months sharing the Noonday story with so many people through home shows and via my Noonday site.  I am sure the time has flown by for those that have been around since its inception and it seems like milestones are created daily within this phenomenal company.  I can't help think of the impact that we all can have right where we call home! I invite you to browse my site and take part in the celebration. 

 You can still enjoy 20% off all Ugandan paper jewelry even if you are not able to attend a trunk show. 

I have included a few of the items that are currently 20% off.  Please find the complete list on my site.

 Noonday is making it so easy for everyone to take part in all the fun. 

 Happy Shopping!

 A few of my favorites listed here:

Sunday

I have been living in work out clothes and less than inspiring t'shirts and shorts lately, but come Sunday I take a little more time for ME!  I am still experimenting with my hair as it grows out and have all but abandoned the idea of getting braid extensions(not a favorite choice among my people  family!)  So, here I am with a fun style that I am enjoying at the moment and need I share the obvious that it is so easy and low maintenance?  This summer heat is absolutely disrespectful and therefore hair and wardrobe choices have to be simple. I am enjoying this dress that my sweet sister sent to me for my birthday and I have new makeup(that is a different post.)  I have been adding WOW to my outfits with my fabulous Noonday Collection jewelry.  I know I shared with you here that I signed up to become an Ambassador with Noonday back in June!  I can not tell you how this decision has changed my life!  I invite you all to check out my site to learn more about this vehicle for change and empowerment. Noonday Collection is all about building a flourishing world, where children are cherished, women are empowered, people have jobs and we are connected. Our Fall line launches tomorrow and it is absolutely breathtaking!   Tune in tomorrow on my site for all the Fall fierceness.

Feathered Fringe Earrings, People stop me on the street asking about these earrings!

Very Versatile Bracelet, Delta River Bangles(SOLD OUT) African Basket bag, treasure from Asheville, NC,  Dress, gifted from my sister, Shoes, last year

My Do' at the moment...fun, fun

I am linking up on The Pleated Poppy and please check my site for all the Fall fierceness!!

Enjoy the rest of the summer and Happy First Day of school to your kiddies!!

A Few Pretty Things

These pretty items are now on sale!

www.mashondolavaldry.noondaycollection.com/

Update, CURL-aversary and a HUGE announcement!!

So you remember how I was growing my hair from relaxed, chemically straightened to my natural God given curl?  Well, it has been a year, a glorious year with ups, downs, doubts, setbacks, highs, lows and most certainly triumph!  I am celebrating 1 year of cutting my hair super short to now realizing some major growth.  You really can't tell but if I stretched my hair out you would see bangs to the tip of my nose and almost chin length!  The process has been anything but easy and I am so thankful for the supportive listening ears of dear family and friends!  I am not sure how long I will grow my hair out?  I have a few ideas, but don't want to get to far ahead of myself.  I guess you will have to stay tuned to see.  There are days though when I feel like short is so me and why am I growing it anyway?  Then there are days when I feel that if I don't grow it then I will never know what I am missing.  Am I missing anything long hair ladies?  I mean a topknot although many months or a year away is intriguing but is it worth the wait?

June 2014

June 2015

In other news, the children are now on Summer Break as of yesterday!! The oldest has completed her Freshman year of High School!! Where did Freshman year go??  The time really flew by, for reals!!  Our youngest daughter is going to 8th grade and our son is going to 4th grade!!  I am in awe of how quickly this is all happening right before our eyes!!  It's fun to experience and of course bittersweet as well.


I am starting a new adventure that I have been praying about, dreaming of for a while now and I am thrilled to announce that I am a Noonday Ambassador!  I am really excited about this and can not wait to get started.  It came with a little nudge by my kids to finally sign up and so, here goes.  I am starting small with hopes of growing and developing a great partnership with the company, ambassadors and artisans over time.  I have so much on my plate, but knew it would never be the "right" time to sign up if I did not now!  So, with this said, please take a look at Noonday Collection and partner with me on this exciting journey!!

This just in....a serious Sale going on now!! Hurry before items are gone!

My kids also encouraged me to join the Instagram Community! What? Who? Me?  I know, I am the last woman on the planet to join, but since I am starting my Noonday journey it is a great time to take part!  So, if you feel so inclined, please follow me @SValdry and I will follow you back!!

Whew, I think that is all for now!  Thank you all so much for sharing with me here during all the ups, downs and inconsistent posting!  I really appreciate the you all! 

 Happy, safe Summer to you and your loved ones.