Christmas Gifts I'm NOT Buying

I don't get out into the stores much these days but you can imagine my surprise as I stumbled across these toys:

I saw this one in a sales flyer while at home. If you click on the image you can see that she has fangs like a vampire. I promptly showed it to my daughter who was sitting next to me and said "Did you see this new toy for girls?" and she looked and said "I've seen that before, it's everywhere."

Everywhere? Where have I been? You mean this is what they are selling to our children in the doll section nowadays?????

When I did a quick Google search I found that this line of dolls made it to several Top 10 Hottest Christmas Toys for 2011 online. I even found video of tiny little girls putting on makeup and trying to be like them.

While I looked further down the list I saw Harry Potter items-which won't make it into our home, nor movie tickets to see the latest Twilight movie: Breaking Dawn.

Later today, while on Facebook I also stumbled upon someone sharing this image of a Christmas toy:

Yes, I was infuriated. I had heard in the past about classes teaching girls pole dancing and now they have a doll. Really---I am afraid of what they'll think of next. 


Some popular clothing to also avoid would be writing across the bottom of clothing of pants saying things like "juicy", "sexy", etc. As parents we need to think twice before buying just anything for our daughters, I have seen this on really, really young girls in the past and this sends the wrong message to men and to the daughters themselves.

I am not writing this because I am self-righteous---because I am a sinner myself and by grace I have been saved. I have made alot of mistakes in the past (still do) and I really wish someone would have taken the time to lovingly say something.

But instead, I am writing this because I am sad AND I am mad.

I do not want other children, or mine, exposed to this but I know this world is becoming increasingly evil. I know that I won't probably be able to even fathom what my grandchildren will be up against in their generation. We need to be purposeful and wise about what we give and don't give our children. We need to think long-term about the choices we make today affecting generations tomorrow.

I am also sad because I know that people need Jesus (like me). Badly (like me). Which is why we need to commit ourselves to sharing Him even MORE with vigilance and compassion.

I'm mad because Satan is getting his way with our children and we are allowing it. When did we leave our posts? When did we stop noticing? When did we stop caring? My heart hurts as I think about this, but I know that in the end he does not get the victory.

Christ does. 

So until then, I will keep praying.

I will keep teaching. 

I will keep training. 

I will keep writing 

and FLOOD this world online and off 

with Christian influence the best I know how.

Ladies, are you with me?

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Pure Modesty and True Christian Motherhood Sale!***SALE EXTENDED ONE MORE DAY!***

I have a sweet friend named Stephanie, over at Pure Modesty, which is a wonderful blog that offers modest resources and encouragement:

She has recently reviewed my new ebook,
True Christian Motherhood,

  and here is what she said:

"As a Christian wife, homeschooling, toddler-chasing mama to many and a baby due this spring, I have very little time to read books for my own enjoyment. However, when Mrs. Fuentes released her new e-book True Christian Motherhood, I made time! And I am so thankful I did!

True Christian Motherhood is filled with loving encouragement, helpful links, beautiful art work as well as Challenge Questions at the end of each chapter. She also has accompanying Scripture and quotes for each chapter I used for further study.

“A hundred years from now…it will not matter what my bank account was,
the sort of house I lived in, or the kind of car I drove
…but the world may be different
because I was important in the life of a child.”~Kathy Davis

One chapter in particular resonated deep in my heart and it starts with a simple question, “If Not You…Then Who?” There are a few heart stirring questions to ponder in this chapter such as, who will sing to your children? Who will teach your children the Gospel? If not you, then who? Mrs. Fuentes gives a startling and very real answer to these and other questions in this important chapter.

Have you ever considered what a Home Culture is? I haven’t. Not until now at least. I never thought to realize that the sounds and smells I create in my home would attribute to the memories I create for my family. Mrs. Fuentes goes even further in her chapter, “The Exquisite Home Culture.”  to ask the reader what the experience of your home is like. Are you making Christ the center of your home?

I only wish I had this book years ago to help me along and understand that there is joy and purpose in motherhood! I will encourage every one of you to purchase True Christian Motherhood for yourselves then think of the other women in your life who will be blessed by the words within the covers! With the holidays quickly approaching, True Christian Motherhood is one gift that will keep on giving! I recently printed my copy and had it bound for my daughters. What a simple and lovely gift to give to a special woman in your life! Perhaps a future gift for your daughter or as a baby gift for a soon-to-be new mother at your church!

I am so delighted that Mrs. Fuentes has graciously offered to give-away one copy of True Christian Motherhood to one of my dear readers!"

Yes, Stephanie is giving away a free copy so please
GO OVER to PURE MODESTY and enter there!

Also, we are having a big sale to celebrate the first day of November--

get True Christian Motherhood
(PDF format)

for ONLY $4.00 until midnight tonight!

Just click below:

 *SALE IS NOW OVER*

Spread the word!

Enjoy!

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The Modest Mom (& Giveaway!}

Have you heard of The Modest Mom?

If not, you will be glad that you got to hear about it here!

I was recently sent the most lovely blouse from them,

the beautiful Marianne Blouse in pink

(pictured above),

isn't it lovely? 

Not only that but I loved how the shirt was super soft and fit quite comfortably, and what you cannot tell by looking at the picture above is gold shimmer that  festively accompanies this feminine blouse, making it perfect to make any occasion special. The waist is perfectly cinched creating a smart look for any lady.

If your are looking for a pretty blouse,
The Marianne Blouse is a winner!

From The Modest Mom website:


"Do you desire to dress in fashionable, feminine, yet modest clothing? Consider your search over! At The Modest Mom, we provide the solution for a woman's changing wardrobe throughout the seasons of life. 
Has pregnancy left you with a clothing problem? We offer long maternity skirts in a variety of stylish and attractive fabrics. At The Modest Mom, we strive to provide you with affordable, quality maternity clothes for that special time in your life. At The Modest Mom you will find long skirts that are beautiful, and fashionable. Be assured, wearing lovely clothes is still an option for moms and moms to be. Your satisfaction is our desire."

I wish I had known about The Modest Mom when I had all my children--what a blessing that would have been! Good, feminine clothing are hard to find and it is just as equally challenging to find something modest to top it off with. (can I get an amen?)

The Modest Mom also has some more new pretties in their store:

The Michelle Dress

The Nantucket Denim Skirt

Long Stretchy Black Maternity Skirt

THE GIVEAWAY  

The Modest Mom is generously giving away the lovely featured pink Marianne Blouse to one of our special readers! All you have to do is leave a comment and an email if you don't have a blog (so I can contact the winner.)

EXTRA ENTRIES

• Share this giveaway on Facebook, Twitter or blog about it. (2 points each, leave two comments each)
• Visit The Modest Mom and tell me what you like. (2 entries, leave 2 comments)
• Like The Modest Mom on Facebook or Twitter. (3 entries each, leave 3 comments each)
• Become a follower to the The Modest Mom's blog. (4 entries, leave 4 comments)

Hope you win!

Thank you to The Modest Mom!

(did I also mention she was my fabulous sponsor to my ebook?)

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What Guys Think About Modesty

Watch this interesting perspective from men on modesty. If we can even learn one thing here, ladies, then it was worth posting. I don't know if this is true for all men, but if it is, may the Holy Spirit speak to us as we choose our clothing and how we treat our brothers in Christ each and every day.

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Modesty, Daughters, and Sons

It has been a blessing to raise my children over the years and now my oldest daughter is 18. What a joy it has been to see her serving the Lord and watching how the Lord has worked in her life as she has grown older.  This past week she was asked to do a guest post on Far Above Rubies on the ever important topic of modesty.

What is modesty? Where does it start?
From the Bible. With your heart.

You may read the rest of  it here.

 Yes, modesty does begin with the heart and teaching it at an early age is so important!

Here are some good resources on the matter:

Raising Maidens of Virtue

Christian Charm Course

The Beauty of Modesty

Christian Modesty and the Public Undressing of America

  With the nicer weather this is a great time to emphasize beautiful modesty with the purpose to bring glory to God.

I will write more on this topic as summer approaches.

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Sense and Sensibility

Look at the beautiful details of this dress...

It is from a 1780's portrait gown pattern...sigh...don't you just love it?

and look at these:

So lovely and looks like she is straight from a classic art painting...

I suddenly have the urge to watch Jane Austen movies!

My friend, Mrs. Jennie Chancey, has these patterns at her lovely store:


Sense and Sensibility Patterns


Be sure to stop by and visit!

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She also has amazing patterns for little girls too!

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