Thursday, April 4, 2013
on modesty....
this post piggy-backs on my last post when i was thinking about something cute but appropriate to wear to the masters next week...needless to say the cropped cardigan sweater is my new best friend for covering up low neck lines or skimpy top straps....and that got me thinking of modesty issues when i ran across this post over at raising homemakers that discusses thinking through modesty as not only a dress code but also as a heart issue.....good food for thought as we move into the months of swimsuits and shorts wearing around here with two growing girls....challenged to set a good example not only in how i dress but in what my heart reveals as well.....
can't wait!
one week from today we will head down to augusta, georgia for the 2013 Masters Tournament! we were so excited to get tickets through the lottery for wednesday's practice round!! we've never been on wednesday before and are so excited to see the players and their families during the par 3 contest!!
i've been trying to decide what to wear (and since green is the color this spring and when you think Masters you think GREEN) - i've narrowed it down to these two dresses from old navy. depending on the the weather i may have to wear the cropped cardigan sweater or the shorter vs. maxi dress depending on rain, etc.....
our dear friends steve and kristen are going with us so rain or shine i know we have a wonderful time!!!
dress options:
Thursday, March 21, 2013
march birch box
i'm a little late this month posting my reviews of my birchbox.....but it took me longer than usual to get around to trying (or rather being brave enough to try....) all of the samples.....
so here is the round up for this month...
Madewell for Birchbox - Emery Board $5
really cute print and love the clear case for dropping in a purse and not having to worry about it scratching anything inside....would definitely pay $5 for another and give it a A
Serge Normant - Meta Revive Dry Shampoo $25
okay this was the product that took me a while to get brave enough to try....my hair is very course and dry and i thought this product would be great to try out on day two or three after a blowout to keep from having to wash it one day early.....oh my goodness....this was the nastiest stuff I HAVE EVER put on my hair....it turned my hair gray, made a ring of gray film around my face (around my ears and forehead), did not "comb" out like it said it would after drying for two minutes, and basically make my hair a sticky mess....think running your fingers through your hair with jelly on your hands.....this product is terrible and i will never, ever try a dry shampoo again.... F- (if there is such a thing as an F-)
Caldrea - Body Lotion $22
comes in three scents - Tea Olive Lime, Aloe Water Apricot, and Coconut Fig....i did try all three and liked the aloe water apricot the best - it is a light lotion that absorbs quickly. i did like it but probably wouldn't buy it...B+
Marcelle - BB Cream Golden Glow $27
it's an all in one moisturizer, tinted corrector, and make-up base - although i've grown an affinity for make up primers/bases, i didn't love this one as much as i have some of the other samples I've tried in january and february.....this one after an hour or so seemed to settle too much which accented my crow's feet.....C
Whish - Shave Crave Shaving Cream $20
Love the blueberry scent of this product but wish it was a little more foamy/lathery....the scent is divine but not sure I'd splurge on it for $20.....B+
so here is the round up for this month...
Madewell for Birchbox - Emery Board $5
really cute print and love the clear case for dropping in a purse and not having to worry about it scratching anything inside....would definitely pay $5 for another and give it a A
Serge Normant - Meta Revive Dry Shampoo $25
okay this was the product that took me a while to get brave enough to try....my hair is very course and dry and i thought this product would be great to try out on day two or three after a blowout to keep from having to wash it one day early.....oh my goodness....this was the nastiest stuff I HAVE EVER put on my hair....it turned my hair gray, made a ring of gray film around my face (around my ears and forehead), did not "comb" out like it said it would after drying for two minutes, and basically make my hair a sticky mess....think running your fingers through your hair with jelly on your hands.....this product is terrible and i will never, ever try a dry shampoo again.... F- (if there is such a thing as an F-)
Caldrea - Body Lotion $22
comes in three scents - Tea Olive Lime, Aloe Water Apricot, and Coconut Fig....i did try all three and liked the aloe water apricot the best - it is a light lotion that absorbs quickly. i did like it but probably wouldn't buy it...B+
Marcelle - BB Cream Golden Glow $27
it's an all in one moisturizer, tinted corrector, and make-up base - although i've grown an affinity for make up primers/bases, i didn't love this one as much as i have some of the other samples I've tried in january and february.....this one after an hour or so seemed to settle too much which accented my crow's feet.....C
Whish - Shave Crave Shaving Cream $20
Love the blueberry scent of this product but wish it was a little more foamy/lathery....the scent is divine but not sure I'd splurge on it for $20.....B+
Sunday, March 17, 2013
let.it.go. week 6 blog topics
LEAN ON HIM
Psalm 91:2 (AMP)
I will say of the LORD, He
is my Refuge and Fortess, My God; on Him I lean and rely, and in Him I
[confidently] trust!
As I come to the conclusion
of the Let.It.Go. online Bible study this verse is a huge take away for me. I
love the Amplified version that reminds me to not only trust but to trust with
CONFIDENCE!!
Here are a few other
thoughts from Karen’s book I found worth noting:
p. 213-214
Alter and Altar
We must alter our mind-sets;
willingly decide to let go.
We must alter our actions.
We must alter our desired
outcomes. (HUGE for me!!)
We must alter our speech.
Yes, we must alter. We must
come to THE ALTAR!
At the altar we lay down our
rights, our wrongs, our desire for control, our need to constantly have the
upper hand.
God is God and we [I] am
not!
Will I stop running the show
and start walking in faith?
Yes, Lord! Yes!!!
STUNNING OR LOPSIDED
He is the Potter and we are
the clay. I am learning to relinquish control so that He can mold me into
something stunning not something lopsided.
p. 209
What matters isn’t that I
get my own way. What matters is people.
I must remember to ask
myself…
In light of eternity, is
this really important?
p. 211-212
A woman who has relinquished
her control…
Doesn’t try to alter her
circumstances. She accepts them, embracing all God is teaching her as she
obediently takes the next step toward the unknown on earth but the certain in
heaven. She forms her words and makes her choices not in light of “what’s in it
for me?” but in light of eternity.
WITH THAT READ….
Now that the study is over
and I know better….the only response is to do better! Remembering to run to the throne of grace
and ask for help from the Lord. I cannot do this on my own.
What God has shown me is
that:
Pursuing control is not a
godly goal…..in fact, often times I’ve found myself being God instead of being
godly.
Oh Father, thank you for
this study and for exposing in me the desire for control and how devastating
that sin is to You, my husband, and my family. Father, convict me quickly when
I mess up so that I can get back on track and keep my eyes focused on You. You
alone are worthy praise! Thank you Father for your mercy, patience, and love.
Monday, March 11, 2013
secret keeper girl
if you have a daughter between the ages of 8 and 12.....you simply must try to get your daughter to ones of these events! it's called secret keeper girl and you can find out more on their website HERE.
this event created by and based on the book by dannah gresch focuses on the true meaning of beauty and modesty. complete with fun songs, up and out of your seat involvement, quiet time with mom, prayer, and even a fashion show.....these ladies have created an event that is well worth it.
we picked up a few books at the event and i'm planning on beginning the 8 great dates book with the girls soon!
one aspect of their program talked about the modesty project.....they are aiming to collect 50,000 signatures and then dannah gresch will advocate with the children's fashion industry for change....here is the petition wording below and a link to sign it yourself is HERE.
We believe that the fashion industry is pressuring little girls to grow up too fast! The findings of two years of study by an APA (American Psychological Association) task force state that clothing, which makes girls appear older, and the associated marketing efforts are linked to eating disorders, low self-esteem, and depression. Ironically, this early sexualization presented to young girls also has “negative consequences on girls’ ability to develop healthy sexuality.” We would like to request that industry leaders send a message to the fashion industry that we want to purchase age-appropriate clothing for our little girls and would like the fashion industry to evaluate the clothing they design and the messages they send to our girls through advertising.
this event created by and based on the book by dannah gresch focuses on the true meaning of beauty and modesty. complete with fun songs, up and out of your seat involvement, quiet time with mom, prayer, and even a fashion show.....these ladies have created an event that is well worth it.
we picked up a few books at the event and i'm planning on beginning the 8 great dates book with the girls soon!
one aspect of their program talked about the modesty project.....they are aiming to collect 50,000 signatures and then dannah gresch will advocate with the children's fashion industry for change....here is the petition wording below and a link to sign it yourself is HERE.
Sign The Modesty Project Petition
We believe that the fashion industry is pressuring little girls to grow up too fast! The findings of two years of study by an APA (American Psychological Association) task force state that clothing, which makes girls appear older, and the associated marketing efforts are linked to eating disorders, low self-esteem, and depression. Ironically, this early sexualization presented to young girls also has “negative consequences on girls’ ability to develop healthy sexuality.” We would like to request that industry leaders send a message to the fashion industry that we want to purchase age-appropriate clothing for our little girls and would like the fashion industry to evaluate the clothing they design and the messages they send to our girls through advertising.
ahg powderpuff derby
so thankful to pop-pop for helping the girls get their pinewood derby cars ready to go and so proud of the girls....both of their cars finished 4th place in their age group!!!
cam's race
claire's race
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