Wednesday, March 16, 2011

Hospitals, basketball, and inspirations.

It's only been two months and this marriage hasn't seen a dull moment!
Little did I know this morning when I woke up that I would be spending the night in the hospital with a hubby missing his appendix.
We started the morning around 10 at a walk in clinic, and ended up at the emergency room. We kept hearing it was a 'useless organ'...useless organ? I'm putting that on my list of why questions to God.


Not to worry though, appendicitis is nothing to fear...especially when you catch it as early as we did, well I mean the doctors caught it, I just sat there the whole time holding his hand. And the next time I write to you, I'll be in the comfort of my own home. Cause lets face it, this hospital floor is not working for me.

But I wouldn't leave his side for anything.
And we'll be on our way home tomorrow so I can fetch him whatever he wants for the next couple of days while he watches March Madness...oh the life.


So a couple of weeks ago, I came across a wonderful blog, with the most inspiring idea.
It's called Project 31 and it was created for women to be inspired by their God given beauty and to celebrate all the beautiful women in their lives.


The idea was taken from:
Proverbs 31
10 Who can find a virtuous wife? 

      For her worth is far above rubies. 
       
11 The heart of her husband safely trusts her; 
      So he will have no lack of gain. 
       
12 She does him good and not evil 
      All the days of her life. 
       
13 She seeks wool and flax, 
      And willingly works with her hands. 
       
14 She is like the merchant ships, 
      She brings her food from afar. 
      
15 She also rises while it is yet night, 
      And provides food for her household, 
      And a portion for her maidservants. 
       
16 She considers a field and buys it; 
      From her profits she plants a vineyard. 
       
17 She girds herself with strength, 
      And strengthens her arms. 
       
18 She perceives that her merchandise is good, 
      And her lamp does not go out by night. 
       
19 She stretches out her hands to the distaff, 
      And her hand holds the spindle. 
       
20 She extends her hand to the poor, 
      Yes, she reaches out her hands to the needy. 
       
21 She is not afraid of snow for her household, 
      For all her household is clothed with scarlet. 
       
22 She makes tapestry for herself; 
      Her clothing is fine linen and purple. 
       
23 Her husband is known in the gates, 
      When he sits among the elders of the land. 
       
24 She makes linen garments and sells them,
      And supplies sashes for the merchants. 
       
25 Strength and honor are her clothing; 
      She shall rejoice in time to come. 
       
26 She opens her mouth with wisdom, 
      And on her tongue is the law of kindness. 
       
27 She watches over the ways of her household, 
      And does not eat the bread of idleness. 
       
28 Her children rise up and call her blessed; 
      Her husband also, and he praises her: 
       
29 “ Many daughters have done well, 
      But you excel them all.” 
       
30 Charm is deceitful and beauty is passing, 
      But a woman who fears the LORD, she shall be praised. 
       
31 Give her of the fruit of her hands, 
      And let her own works praise her in the gates.



The Word of God never stops inspiring me.
So how does it work? For the next 31 day's I will post a blog on the following list. I'll include pictures (of me and you!) things that inspire me, outifits I love, I'll celebrate the beauty God has given me, and the women I look up to.


THE LIST:
Day 1.  What does beauty mean to you?
Day 2.  What makes you uniquely you?
Day 3.  Who is someone you know who inspires beauty?
Day 4.  Style 31.  Post a pic of you in your favorite outfit.
Day 5.  Write a blog thanking someone who has made your heart come alive.
Day 6.  Jaded beauty.  Has the world's definition of beauty ever jaded you?
Day 7.  Write a blog to encourage another beautiful woman.
Day 8.  Have a beauty secret (e.g. hair tip, make up tip)?  Share, please!
Day 9.  What virtues do you value in yourself?
Day 10.  What is Jesus teaching you as a wife, mom, or friend? (Or just woman in general?)
Day 11.  Post a recipe.  Or if you don't cook, try a new recipe and write about how it turned out (pictures please!).
Day 12.  Write about what wears you out as a woman.
Day 13.  Write about something you would like to change about yourself for the better.
Day 14.  Style 31.  Post an outfit pic!
Day 15.  Write to encourage a friend.  Inspire her beauty.
Day 16.  Write a letter to your daughter, or a young girl in your life.  Tell her what beauty means.
Day 17.  Write about 3 things that make you happy.
Day 18.  Describe your personality.
Day 19.  Write about your favorite comfort food (we are women- we ALL have comfort food!)
Day 20.  Write about your job and why you love it or hate it.  
Day 21.  Write a letter to your husband to encourage him (or if you are single- your future husband.)
Day 22.  What are some needs that need to be met in your community?  Blog about how to extend your hand to those who need you.
Day 23.  What are your strengths?  What are your weaknesses?
Day 24.  What is Jesus teaching you presently?
Day 25.  Style 31.  Post a pic of your favorite comfy clothes.
Day 26.  What do you hope your grandchildren will say about you someday when you are gone?
Day 27.  Write a blog to encourage someone and build their confidence!
Day 28.  Write about your insecurities as a woman.
Day 29.  Write about "a day in the life of me."  (Pics are great!)
Day 30.  Who is your role model as a woman?
Day 31.  Write about your dreams and goals as a beautiful woman!

I can't tell you how excited I am to do this! I hope you find some inspiration like I have, and don't laugh too hard at that 'comfy outfit' I'll be posting!
You are beautiful girlfriend! Celebrate that with me!
-Meg

 

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