Beautiful is as beautiful does, meet Melissa of Write it In Lipstick
After I had children, I was introduced to a new body. At times I look in the mirror and compare myself to what I used to look like. But I know my children don’t care if my skinny jeans fit, or if I'm wearing lipstick, or if my hair is done. They love me because I kiss their “ouchie” away, because I make them smile when they are sad. Their love makes me feel happy, special, beautiful.
To me beauty isn't something you possess, it is something you create. Beauty is making a positive difference, even a little one. In the end no one will remember what type of shoe you wore, they will only remember the beauty you created for them. Smile at a neighbor, open the door for a co-worker, and if you can, kiss an “ouchie” away. Just make sure it's not a stranger's kid :)
“You don't love a woman because she is beautiful, she is beautiful because you love her” – source unknown
That quote always makes me tear up a bit. It's so true! Lovely post!
ReplyDeleteLovely quote. Your kids are lucky to have such a stylish, classy mom.
ReplyDeleteWonderful post and what a beautiful quote! Love it! xxx
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ReplyDeleteThis is so sweet- you are absolutely correct! :)
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Preach it lovely lady! This is amazing. What a beautiful mama AND woman! xoxo
ReplyDeleteShe's my pal! That pretty much means Im pretty cool! Haha!! GREATTTT post Meli!!! I think this should be the intro to you know what... Text me if you dont know what im talking about..lol
ReplyDeleteThat quote couldn't be more true. I love it.
ReplyDeleteMelissa you have done it again! Beautiful post reminding us all of what really matters. In 20 years other won't remember the shoes we wore or the accessories we added, but they will remember how we made them feel.
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for sharing!
ReplyDeleteBeautifully said. Great guest post! I love Melissa's blog ♥
ReplyDeleteThat quote is just perfect. Great post.
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Melissa, this is so beautifully written. It gave me chills. The joys of motherhood are quite worth the trade:) However, you look amazing and your children are stunning!
ReplyDeleteMelissa, this is so great! It's totally true and even when you feel not pretty, it's so neat to see yourself through your kids' eyes! Because to them you're beautiful no matter what!
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU!
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