You might be expecting my resolution to be losing a certain amount of weight or to exercise a set number of days per week, but it’s not. It goes much deeper than that.
Recently, while in the local Christian bookstore I saw the book If you can’t lose it, decorate it. I chuckled to myself and kept walking. But ever since then I can’t get that title out of my head. I know with good choices I can lose this weight so I want to alter it a little.
So here’s my New Year’s Resolution: “While you’re losing it, decorate it!”
Over the past couple of years my husband and I went completely bare bones trying to get rid of our debt. We cut out everything that wasn’t essential to life. I cut out all beauty related purchases and stretched the time between haircuts as long as possible. We only bought clothes from Walmart and only when we truly needed them. I watched as others got many manicures/pedicures and haircuts every 6 weeks. But I was determined to do my part in helping my husband kill our debt. Check out my jeans. I wore them so long there are freaking holes in the inseam!
Going that long without taking care of yourself really does something to you as a woman. Without realizing it, my self-esteem dropped. I didn’t feel like I was attractive to my husband or anyone else. By nature, I’m not a girly girl but I didn’t even feel proud of myself anymore.
Don’t get me wrong. I have always loved my body. I may not like the current health condition that it’s in, but I do respect it and appreciate it. It is a gift from God and a piece of art made by my creator. No matter what, I will never hate my body or feel worthless because it isn’t perfect. (I pray none of you feel this way!) Our bodies are so precious and beautiful in all the many different shapes and forms! However, to raise my self-esteem I do need to focus on decorating it more.
When my clothes look nice and fit right I feel more confident. When I take the time to style my hair I usually have a better day. And when my husband notices, gosh I can’t wipe the smile off my face.
So here’s to a new year and a new me. One who is still trying to lose weight but will embrace all the stages of beauty along the way. May you embrace your beauty and marvel at the work of art God has created in you. Happy 2012!
Check out my new lipstick! The first I've bought since...oh, I can't even remember!
Good for you! I like the spin on the title. Decorate away! I personally find that nice panties are the key to me feeling sexy to my husband no matter what. No one can see them but him, but even hidden under my clothes, they change the way I feel about me and how I act a little...that and nail polish. I don't get manicures or pedicures, but I buy good polish and have fun with it. Keep up the good work! Happy New Year!
ReplyDeleteOh my gosh, my kids would pass out if they saw sexy underwear in our laundry. TT7 is already freaking out that Mommy has started wearing lipstick. She wants her "old Mommy back." I can't believe she doesn't remember EVER seeing me dress nicely. Good grief! Happy New Year to you too!
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