Modesty is a hot topic at church. It’s been a hot topic for as long as I can remember–and that’s a long time. We go the rounds on being modest, being fashionable, being appropriate. Can we be both fashionable and modest–at the same time? Do we care if we’re fashionable as long as we’re modest?… Continue Reading
Category Archives: Style and Beauty
A Defense & Refuge–Modesty
“And verily I say unto thee that thou shalt lay aside the things of this world, and seek for the things of a better.” D&C 25:10 To add strength into our homes we must not follow the ways of the world. Sometimes this is hard. We want to be fashionable or fit in, however, in… Continue Reading
It’s Sandal Season!!
Finally the warm weather seems to be here to stay and you know what that means…our piggies are going to be on full display! Hold on though, before you break out those gorgeous strappy sandals your feet need some TLC. If you can’t afford or can’t find the time to book a spa pedicure have… Continue Reading
What Does a Homemaker Look Like?
I received this comment on my blog. “Hi Angie. You seem to be a very talented charming lady. Your site is very nice. I think your dark eye makeup sends a little bit of a mixed message. I’m not saying that you aren’t pretty–you are so pretty! Nice blog! Cute post.” At first I laughed,… Continue Reading
Perspective of a Convert
Ever since I joined the church I’ve noticed that I look at everything differently. My perspective changed the day I made my commitment to Heaven;y Father and Christ. My marriage is different, my parenting is different, how I view other people is different, even something as simple as a trip to the mall to buy… Continue Reading
All Dressed Up..and Some Place to Go
Many moons ago, as I sat in a college French class, a friend of mine walked in, looking noticeably more spiffy then usual. She was wearing an elegant suit and a sleek chignon in her hair. I was impressed. “When is the job interview?”, I asked. She informed me that there was no job interview,… Continue Reading
Cheap Beauty Tips
I’m sure we’ve all felt the pinch when it comes to money, especially lately. Even though we’re going through a tough economic time it’s still important for us to look nice, even if it’s just so you have great self-esteem! So I’ve complied a list of my favorite cheap beauty tips. I hope you enjoy… Continue Reading
There is Beauty in Living the Word of Wisdom
I had an experience about a month ago that has really stuck with me. I ran into a girl that I used to be good friends with in high school. She came up and wrapped me a big hug and I was absolutely shocked at how much she had aged. She’s only 26 but she… Continue Reading
Modesty Make-over…
During my college years, one of my work associates made a comment that left an impact on my life. She was a fashionista in all respects. She was always dressed well, cute designer clothes, shoes, accessories– even when she dressed down, she would still look amazing. I have always been a casual dresser, dressing in… Continue Reading
Self Esteem??? Confidence!
It seems like, these days, self-esteem is a buzzword. While I don’t want to becry the idea of self-esteem, I’ve been thinking about it lately. Growing up, I remember that I first learned about the concept of self-esteem through an object lesson. My teacher had a balloon. She told us that we were the balloons.… Continue Reading