We all know that life has ups, downs and so many different turnarounds. You fall in love and it falls apart. New job; hired. Hate the boss; fired. I could go on, but you get the idea. Things are constantly changing. I started my blog with the intent to inspire those looking to lose weight and learn to maintain their natural hair. In the midst of it all, I went through some things. I was determined not to let my breakdown fall short of a breakthrough. While I was looking for a way to get my head above water, God was there all the time saying, "I got you!" In the last year, I have had so many amazing opportunities and met so many amazing people it is surreal. It all started with a volunteer opportunity with the Nzuri Natural Hair Health and Beauty 2011. I was just beginning to embrace my natural hair and I wanted to learn all I could about what God gave me. The first thing I learned was that the sisterhood in the natural community was real! I mean there was no mean mugging or eye rolling going on in that place. Everyone was smiling and just as eager to learn and share as I was. The entire weekend was filled with education and entertainment that I haven't seen anywhere else. Vendors? Yes, and plenty of them. Why can't I deal? The excitement of being an official blogger for this year's festival has me on edge! Wanting to have the perfect outfit and make sure I say the right things in addition to coming out of the background (which is where I usually am most comfortable). I would have never imagined being a part of something so huge, but now I'm living it. Don't be afraid or apprehensive about anything God has placed in front you. Step in with an open mind and an open heart. I am so blessed and grateful!
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Although I attended Nzuri Natural Hair Festival in 2011, this is the first time I participated as a blogger. I must say, I really enjoyed myself. I met some wonderful people and got a LOT of valuable information. The weekend started off with the Pre-Event VIP Party hosted at Aloft Hotel Galleria. The atmosphere was great and the attendees were dressed to impress.The weekend to follow was INSANE!!! As I arrived at Reliant Center for the event, the entry line had already begun to form. These people were waiting for the doors to open as early as 9 a.m. Their wait was not in vain. I had walked through and taken a tour of the venue before the doors were opened and was tempted to do some pre-show shopping. Vendors upon vendors were in the building selling their wares ranging from apparel to jewelery to art and a number of other goodies slated for the naturalista. Let's talk entertainment factor. Not only did the Nzuri models show out at the VIP party, they showed up on Saturday bringing all kinds of face on the stage in the Nzuri Next Top model Competition. The entertainment continued on Sunday as well including Little Miss Happy Head and Little Mr. Handsome Man and Full Figured Foxy Competions. There isn't enough time in my day to cover all the happiness that resulted from attending this event. I will be posting more in depth coverage soon. This is finals week for me, but it is a must that I share all I can so you can see Nzuri through my eyes.
