Striving to please HIM in all that I do - Modesty

I can not begin to express for my hatred of christen women dressing in modestly. It seems to have become a trend and more popular to wear something more inappropriate to church then something conservative. I don’t want in any way for this article to seem like I’m the only one who dresses modest but that it would show my passion and desire to serve Christ and to try and be all that I can be for HIM. I was raised in a very conservative home. My father knew and taught his daughters about the desires of a young mans heart and what the bible taught about modesty and being pure. From a very young age my parents instilled values in my heart and my life that started off as I have to do this because Dad said so into I want to do this because I don’t want to disappoint my Savoir. Regardless of comments that I have received do to my upbringing because that’s where I went to church, so that’s why I do those things, my response to that is I wasn’t forced into anything but was taught how to be a godly young lady by my parents who learned from teachings from the bible and practiced and brought us up the right way. I can remember a time before I was saved were my heart no longer wanted to be obedient and wanted to push the limits with parents. I remember trying to sneak out with a ton of makeup on trying to get on the bus to go to school and getting caught. I thought I didn’t have a normal childhood! Let me just say this, from the time I was 12-14 I rebelled a lot. I went from being that sweet girl to a nightmare until I got saved August 16, 2001. I was 14 when the Lord finally got a hold heart and started to reveal how I was supposed to be in HIS eyes. Here are some verses that the Lord revealed to me about modesty.




1 Tim 2:9-10 - In like manner also, that women adorn themselves in modest apparel, with shamefacedness and sobriety; not with broided hair, or gold, or pearls, or costly array;


10But (which becometh women professing godliness) with good works.


Thoughts:


A few Christians interpret these passages requiring women to dress very plainly and refrain from wearing jewelry or using makeup. But most Christians believe the advice is simply to dress modestly and in good taste, according to the standards of the society they live in. I think that most Christians take “good taste” as I can wear what I think is good not actually wearing something that is good. Reality is society isn’t up to par and we have to set the standards higher.


1 Peter 3:2-5 - 2While they behold your chaste conversation coupled with fear.


3Whose adorning let it not be that outward adorning of plaiting the hair, and of wearing of gold, or of putting on of apparel;


4But let it be the hidden man of the heart, in that which is not corruptible, even the ornament of a meek and quiet spirit, which is in the sight of God of great price.


5For after this manner in the old time the holy women also, who trusted in God, adorned themselves, being in subjection unto their own husbands:



Thoughts:


Both of these passages make the point that a person's true beauty comes from within and is properly expressed by good deeds rather than showy clothing and jewelry


1 Peter 2: 12 - Having your conversation honest among the Gentiles: that, whereas they speak against you as evildoers, they may by your good works, which they shall behold, glorify God in the day of visitation.


Thoughts:


Live you life in such a way that when others see the way you live they can’t call you a hypocrite. A great to verse to think about when you are getting dressed in the morning. I would always challenge myself in the mirror while getting dressed. I would ask myself questions like, “what if I were to die and meet the Lord in this outfit, would he approve?” Would I be able to witness to someone and be effective without being hypocritical? Regardless of what you think, people will always judge you before you even open your mouth. No matter where you are or what you are doing, if you’re a Christian you are representing the KING! If you would dress to impress someone else, why not have the same attitude when it comes to your personal Savoir? What does your outfit say about you?

2010 ready or not, here I come!

Christmas came and went and before i knew it, it was New Year's Eve. We didn't have any special plans on New Year's Eve. We had our traditional seafood feast at my Mom and Dad's house. I"m a sucker for scallops and clams. We all took are favorites and dunked them in a sea of butter! Chris munched on his steak. He's really not one for a food adventure :) After a delicious dinner the boys of course needed to sprawl out to make some extra room in thier tummy's, it started to get icy out. SO we decided instead of spending New Years eve alone, we traveled back to our house a whole five min drive, to gather up our pjs and furry man child to have a sleep over at Mom and Dad's. When we got back to the Pritchard homestead we all got dressed up in our snowsuit outfits and took the pups out for a good time. It started out with a dirty snowball fight where the boys got to rough and kayla somehow stepped in a doggie present. After the snowball fight, Zach, Aj, Josh, Kayla and Chris made some very weird looking snowmen which are still up by the way. Dad, Mom and I decieded to stay in with the pups and watch americas funniest home videos until everyone came in. I am finding out that as I get older I'm having a harder time staying up to late!!! After everyone came in we watch Alvin and the Chipmunks until 12. The next morning Chris and Daddy made a wonderful breakfast! Perfect start to a good year! *fingers crossed* Can't wait to see what the year will bring!

Created to be his help meet

Throughtout my childhood my dear Grandmother has always sent me books to enhance my christian life. All through my teen years I loved recieving books in the mail and could never wait to get my nose in the books. If you know anything about me I hated reading and I still do but if came from Grandma I was sure to read it. She knew me like a book and knew what would perk my interest. The last book that I have recieved from Grandma is a book called "Created to be his help meet" by Debi Pearl. She has captured my attention to the fullest extent that i have started to read the book over again. It is so full of rich thoughts and shines a light on what I thought I knew to what I needed to realize in becoming a more humble and helpful wife! This is book is so good that i wanted to pass it along to others. Another good book I read before I started dating was "Before you meet prince charming" by Sarah Mally. It's a great book about purtiy! Happy reading!

~ R ~

baby it's cold outside!!

So this year, even though time seemed to slip away, here we are the week of Christmas! Where did the time go? Is it just me or did this year fly by! With all the hussel and bussel there are to many crowed stores, long lines, to many cars in the parking lot and that special item you wanted to get seems to be out and there you are...you feel all alone in aisle 7 wondering what else you can get! Maybe it's just me! BUT everytime Christmas rolls around I some how end up shopping the week of Christmas! I'm almost done but theres those last minute things. I need another cup of joe to get me thru the day! WHEW! It doesnt matter how much I think I need to prepare for the Holidays I'm never prepared. Our Christmas this year will begin on Christmas Eve although it's not tradition for us, theres just to much to fit in the actually day, we decieded not to kill ourselves. I guess I can justify Christmas being celebrated on Christmas Eve only because we made a specail attempt to have our first Christmas on the actual day! We got up at 6am and ran around all day and were exhausted by the end of it! The branches on the tree are starting to look bare, i think i can, i think i can make it will Christmas! The day after and that baby is out of here! I should prolly get started on wrapping those presents! I hope you all have a blessed Christmas and Happy New Year!

~ R ~

its jus me

I am so bad at keeping these things updated! I'm not even sure if anybody reads these if not i guess i'm just writing randomness. Well starters i got a new puppy! :) so adorable, he is like my child. I have named him Marlin after my first deer rifle given to me by my Pappy. Of course he had to have a hunting related name, so Marlin it became. It's special to me, so dont knock it! While i have been busy raising the best hunting dog ever...no not really he hasnt started training yet! :/ two more months though...I have been busy launching my online business www.soshiqueon5th.com which has taken alot of time but time i have! I have quit my job to run my business full time because it has grown it needed my full attention! My Husband is remodeling an office for me which will be my new "studio" for working. My goal is to have this running so smooth that by the time babies come it wont need much attention anymore. Chris has gotten a new job working in New Jersey and hour and a half away from home :( not my favorite but God has been so good! He has supplied all our needs. Chris is now salary which is a marjor blessing! Commission was jus not cutting it and the Lord provided a nice place for him. I recently found out that I have Lymes which is not fun at all! For the past few months i have been very sick! I am finally nearing the end of a month long treatment! The joints still hurt but i'm pushing on, i as never much of a quiter. My Dad has finally healed from his accident in june and all ribs are healed and Zach walked away. No more motorcyles! Which i am thrilled about only come to find out....Dad wants a race car and a boat! HA! Kayla is still not married, zach is in college playing ball and Aj is the spitting image of me :) Well i think that all for a family update! I need to get ready to start working on the store today! Have a wonderful day!

Style is the best way to say who you are without having to speak" -Rachel Zoe

I finally get to sit!! After a morning of not feeling well and cleaning up after one messy puppy, I have my latte by my side and am ready to write!!! Fall is finally here and that means all the fall trends are in full swing! Today’s hottest item the wedges! The most loved shoe that seems to keep coming back new and improved time after time! It’s the most loved and used shoe in high fashions show. My favorite is the Lady Patent Wedge pump! How hot are they! Of course done by Christian Louboutin! AHH to die for! But for the hefty price of $660.00 no thank you!

 

Now how to get that same look for much, much less!

And there you have the same shoe for $50.00 by parrell universe. Granted $50 might be more then your willing to spend but compared to the price of 660 you might change your mind. The heel is slightly lower to the ground which might help you walk alittle less ackward. Dont just by the shoe bc it's hot,  make sure you can walk in it without looking like a dork. I think any colored shoe is a great add to your wardrobe and will spice up your outfit a bit. My next shoe color might be purple :0.  Like Rachel Zoe says "Style is the best way to say who you are without having to speak" So true! Be creative with your outfits!  Throw on a pair jeans cute tank or tube top and you'll be set!

I just love these shoes! Slowly but surley my shoe selection is becoming more fashionable i hope :) . You can find great finds at Marshalls and TG-max. They have of designer clothing and great prices aslo vintage boutiques you can find great finds!

Well happy shopping!

Keep it fashion foward!

~ R ~

Do people really dress like that?

As i work in the retail world i think to myself....i have seen it all....but then to my suprise there is someone else dressed like the hobo down the street. WHY!! why must you dress you in your pj's, not brush your hair or teeth (most likley) and were slippers. Granted there may be a time or two where you must drag your sick self out of bed to get to the pharmacy or something. BUT lets get real people....throw on a pair of jeans or aleast for the benifit of the public brush you teeth. Heres a fashion tip: spongebob pj pants with holes in them with no bra on is not what the public is screaming to see! *my eyes, my eyes!!*

People today seem to have no cooth in the way they dress it's just thrown out the window. I'm all for a t-shirt and jeans...but there are ways to make it trendy without looking like you pulled your clothes out of a dirty pile on your floor.

So whats in this year! Skinny jeans! Although they arent my personal favorite, they are still cute and trendy with a nice sweater top, topped of with a scarf or knock off designer bag.

Best investment this year was in my steamer! I love it! I will never iron again..in fact it is sitting in the guest room dying to be used but it's services are no longer needed.

I guess thats all for now...

Keep it trendy!

~ R ~