The Modesty Challenge

Okay, were on the subject of clothing here. There aren't very many boys out there that have pure minds when they look at immodest women. (and immodest girls) Are there? It even starts with little boys! The way they think and the way men think about the immodest women they see, isn't very different. Here is a video I found on Sowers of Hope that I thought was appropriate... (Although, like the women over there mentioned, the music playing at the beginning, I do not approve of.)


So after watching that- finding out what guys really think about the way we dress- does it make you think differently about what you put on, and walk out of the house wearing? It sure made me think differently!

So, I have decided to start a Challenge. This challenge will be to wear only things that are appropriate and modest. Before you put an item of clothing on, ask yourself, 'Does this glorify YHWH?' and 'Will it make not only my brothers in the Messiah, but also the non-believing guys stumble?'
I also think it would be good to remember this scripture verse throughout the week, to remind ourselves of what Elohim wants us to dress like.

 "In the same way, that women also adorn themselves in decent clothing, with modesty and propriety; not just with braided hair, gold, pearls, or expensive clothing;" 1 Timothy 2:9

 "She girdeth her loins with strength, and strengtheneth her arms." Proverbs 31:17

 "She maketh herself coverings of tapestry; her clothing [is] silk and purple. Proverbs 31:22

   "Strength and honour [are] her clothing; and she shall rejoice in time to come. Proverbs 31:25

 "Many daughters have done virtuously, but thou excellest them all. Favour [is] deceitful, and beauty [is] vain: [but] a woman [that] feareth the LORD, she shall be praised." Proverbs 31:29-30

Other than posting pictures of your outfits everyday, that is the only guideline for this challenge. I'm curious whether my fellow blogger friends hold the same convictions I do when it comes to dress. If you'd like to participate, just leave a comment telling me so, along with your blog or website link. :) I hope to see some pictures! This challenge will start on April 13th, and end on April 20th. ;)

Autumn

FF Challenge: Day 6

Does this skirt make me look short?

Here is my Feelin' Feminine outfit for day six.

Outfit Spec's:

White Sweater- "Forever 21" {finally something that's not from Goodwill, lol}

Red skirt- Goodwill =D

By the way, on Yom Shishi {fr-day} there will be a surprise post! So, check back on Yom Shishi!

{And I'm terribly sorry for the poor quality pictures!}

FF Chalenge: Day 5

 Here is my Feelin' Feminine outfit for day five.

Outfit Spec's:

White top- from a friend

Red, brown and white skirt- Goodwill

{Isn't it funny how almost all off my clothes are either from friends or Goodwill?! LOL!}

No more difficulties!!! =D

I am happy to say that the difficulties making our computer slow have been fixed! YAY! 

I also wanted to let you know that starting tomorrow {NOV. 4th} Feelin' Feminine is hosting another Challenge! You can visit this link to find out more about what you need to do if you are participating.

 Mom and I will be participating... Please leave a comment to let me know if you will be joining us!

~No Poo Hair Update~

Well, Mom and I have been no "Poo" (Shampoo) for about two months, and have already started to see BIG changes, for example... At first my hair was oily, flat and stringy. After a couple more washes it started to get more and more soft. It was still a little flat but, I was so happy that it wasn't dry! Now it is poofy, soft, and shiny, but NOT oily! Yay! =D

Shampoo and conditioner, whether it is organic or not strip your hair of its natural oils and leaves it dry and brittle. Now, let me just say that "No Poo" doesn't mean that I don't wash my hair, it just means that I don't use store-bought shampoo and conditioner. It means, I make my own for less than $1 per 32 oz. bottle. Which is WAY cheaper than buying Organic shampoo and conditioner! 

A few weeks ago my family went camping, and I decided to use shampoo and conditioner again... But instead of my hair being brittle and dry, it was oily, stringy and just plain GROSS! So now, I am committed to using only baking soda and apple cider vinegar for my hair.

Please comment to let me know if you are going this route, I like to hear that I'm not the only girl who smells slightly of vinegar!

If you would like our recipe for Shampoo and Conditioner click here

Here are a few links if you want to find out more about this "No Poo" thing...

A Tent for the Sun

Feelin' Feminine
Peculiar Treasures
Training Daughters, Teaching Wives

(These are only a few sites participating in the "No Poo" Challenge)

 

“But if a woman have long hair, it is a glory to her: for her hair is given her for a covering.”

{1 Corinthians 11:15}

NPHCM: Day 1

Today Mom and I decided to start the No "Poo" Hair Care Method. (NPHCM for short.) Here is how it works:

Here is what you'll need to make your ALL NATURAL (literally) Shampoo:

• The original recipe calls for 1 Tablespoon Baking soda to one cup water
• We modified our recipe here it is~ 
• 2 Tablespoons Baking Soda (put into a 32 oz. container)
• add 3 Drops Lemon Essential Oils(optional)
• add  32 Ounces Hot Water to container, put on lid and shake well to dissolve
• Wash hair as you normally would, using about 1/4 to 1/2 cup of solution per wash.

Here is what you'll need to make your ALL NATURAL (literally) Conditioner:

• 1 Tablespoon Raw Apple Cider Vinegar (put into a 32 oz. container)
• (add to container) 1 cup lukewarm water (put on lid and shake well)
• Wash hair as you normally would using about 1/4 to 1/2 cup of solution per wash. (if you have oily hair don't use on your roots, otherwise go ahead)

*Note: Our variation of the conditioner recipe worked really well too, and will save even more money:

2 Tbs. Apple Cider Vinegar to 32 ounces lukewarm water.

We also added 3 drops of Sweet Orange Essential Oil.

We both have long hair and were able to comb through it with no problem.

And our hair smells like citrus NOT like vinegar.... Haha!

Hope you decide to try it!!!

We'll update again soon!

The No Poo Hair Method

"Have you ever questioned the necessity or wisdom of shampooing your hair on a regular basis? Is your hair dry, damaged, course, limp, frizzy, or all of the above? Then the no poo hair care method may be right for you! Emerging onto the scene of popular beauty culture, the no poo method is a natural way to keep your hair clean, healthy, and beautiful without the use of shampoo or conditioner......."  Here is a link to the rest of the article: http://feelinfeminine.com/?p=5665

Also, if you go on YouTube you can find many videos of other women who use this method. I will be trying this out on my hair starting next week...... I hope my hair doesn't get too oily during the transition! Leave me a comment if you have any questions, I'll be glad to answer them!