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I Have Found The One Whom My Soul Loves - My Wedding Day

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I have found the one whom my soul loves. - Song of Solomon 3:4

I was singleworriesready to minglegot engagedHis promisemending stage I Have Found The One Whom My Soul Loves
my faith in love was never tarnished.worthtrust issuespull my leg
Waiting I knew it was going to be a long journey so I decided to just enjoy it. I kept working on myself and I did wait---sometimes in faith, sometimes in fear.
There were days when I was blissfully reveling on my unattached and uncomplicated single life, and there were nights when my heart would long for a better half.
In all those times, I would continue to hold on to God's promise of a good life for me. Although I was content and calm even with the idea that I may never get married, deep in my heart, I knew God has better plans.
Despite planning for a life alone (which included buying a house that I'm selling as of this writing), I feel a prodding in a different direction.

Discernment Interestingly, I met my husband when I was resolved that the single life was for me.

It was when I have fully accepted that I can bloom wherever God plants me that I met someone who changed my mind.
Perhaps you have heard this line: "Yes, I am single. And you have to be amazing to change that."
I can't just jump into a relationship without being cautious. I am too tired and freaking too old for that, I thought.

I am way too happy to be swayed to get out of my comfort zone.
But this man seems genuine. Most of all, he follows Christ.
Sure, he's not perfect but he's on the right track.
Every night I would ask God if he's the one because otherwise, I don't have time for this anymore. 😂
It's funny that I used to ask for specific things I want for my future spouse, and when we met and I thought he fit those characters, my prayers changed to "But is it real or fake?"

I had so much doubt due to trust issues.
There's a lot of prayers from me and my friends involved.
Because what can you do really but ask for spiritual guidance?

Plus, a whole lot of reflection and analysis.
Hey, I'm changing my life forever. I'm allowed to overthink and pray harder, right?

My Wedding Day To cut the long story short, we got married. It may seem like rushed, but there were a lot of things involved from that fateful day we met to the day we said I do.

It wasn't a perfect wedding, but it was beautiful.

The planning and preparations brought me to a whole new level of stress which unfortunately showed on my skin even on our wedding day. But that's how it is.
My husband's first words to me when we met at the altar were "You look beautiful, honey." 😊

So I guess it didn't matter how my complexion was.

Not all things would go according to your plans (I'll be sharing reviews on suppliers soon to help other brides-to-be, and lessons I learned while planning and during the wedding).

But I've realized that at the end of the day, it's not about that perfect Instagrammable wedding picture. It's not about how much the flowers cost or how gorgeous your wedding dress is (I'm blessed that mine was 😝 and it's unplanned how I found it. I will share that in a different post, too).

Your wedding is a celebration of your union with the person God gave you as partner.

Your wedding day is about you marrying your best friend.
And that's all that really matters. Everything else are supplemental.

Here's our wedding video from RocketLab Photography, our official wedding P/V:

Thank you for journeying with me up until this time.
I will not stop writing, but the topics on my blog would change a bit.
I will still be blogging about being single because I love that stage of my life and I learned a lot from it.

My wish is to continue to encourage everyone regardless of their relationship status.

And my wish is that if you still haven't, may you also find the one whom your soul would love.

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Music

My Own Thing - Red Red Lips

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I'm the Girl Boss and I'm doing my own thingRed Red LipsMy Own Thing

Red Red Lips website
My Own Thing by Red Red Lips I make my own fate

SpotifySoundcloudYoutube "My Own Thing" from the self-titled debut album "RED RED LIPS". Written, arranged & produced by The Usual Suspects.

As heard on TV Series "The Bold Type" Season 3 Promo.
The Bold Type Premieres April 9th, 2019.

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Fashion & Style

Top 10 Latest Jewellery Trends To Follow In 2019

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Top 10 Latest Jewellery Trends to Follow in 2019

1. Ring

Rings are never out of trends, it’s just the matter how you combine them up. Never try to forget the massive rings worn singly or in pairs, doubled or tripled. You can even put them on your gloved and be trendier. So the ultimate thing to follow is to use unusual sets of fashion ring, which is always a win-win option. Don’t step back to try out new things, just go with crazy combinations. You can find amazing collection online with amazing prices by using Bluestone Coupon for Rings.

2. Pearls

This translucent gem will take you to the next level of feminism. They are now not your grandmother’s accessories only. The sleek design and the geometric arrangements of the pearl provide them a fresh update this year.

3. Variant earrings

Really worried which pair of earring suits your outfit? Don’t then! This latest fashion trend featured in wearing different earnings on each ear. It can either be studs, or danglers, mixing the style and colour forming new and unexpected combinations would help you to grab attention, at the same time add interest to your outfit.

via Pinterest

4. Chains

Sleek constructed chains form precious metals will always get a thumbs up and totally ready to race in the latest trend. Whether in form of bracelets or earrings, worm alone or forming building blocks, your links always add up to the next level.

5. Silver

Are you so sure that nothing is more feminine than a clear crystal? Then you are wrong. Apart from that, if you consider pearl to be more authentic, then, frankly speaking, pearls are worth wearing only after your 20’s, and not earlier. In the latest trend of 2019, the designer’s follow silver to be a new jewelry trend. They are quite elegant and beautiful. They are even more relevant when studded with semiprecious stones or rock crystals. Order best design online at great pricing options by using Candere Coupons for silver jewellery.

6. Animal Print

Animal print is prevailing everywhere and never out of fashion, whether it's in your dressing part or your accessories. If you are unable to indulge yourself with leopard pattern pants then showcase your wild side through your accessories.

7. Latest Hoops

Hoops always stays stable when it comes to jewelry. We all know about the classic symmetrical hoops and in love to wear them. But this year, there is a new twist. Medium thick and geometrically shaped hooks are also making their ways out.

8. Gemstones

Hot hues and bright colours are featured in different materials, but when you are concerned about the jewellery, bright colored stones is what you ask for. Maybe in past years or in the coming trend, real gemstones are absolutely timeless.

9. Bracelets

Bracelets are mainly made from metals like silver. Materials like wood and leather can also be added to stylize them as the national jewelry of Greek and turkey. But in this new era of 2019, bracelets will include crystals, chains with beads and pearls. Handmade bracelets would steal its popularity screaming your style and taste.

10. Boho obviously

The boho style emerged as an antithesis of glamour but somehow made an entry to the fashion walk in the year 2018 itself and will prevail in 2019 too! In order to maintain the harmony with this style, you need to find something rebellious within yourself. It’s the combination of both, the exquisite and the free hippy style. Boho images can be funny or brave, naïve or sophisticated. It includes the high quality of street fashion. So in 2019 try them to wear in bundles whether it chains, laces or pendants.

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Spice Up Your Relationship With Him With These Beautiful Gifts

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Spice Up Your Relationship With Him With These Gifts Gadgets Men love gadgets

Cuff Links

Finger Band

Musical Instrument

Watches best affordable watches

Gaming Console

Leather Accessories

Toiletries Set

Spa Date

Short Getaway

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Health & Wellness

5 Simple Ways To Improve Your Overall Quality Of Life

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5 Simple Ways to Improve Your Overall Quality of Life

Find some inner peace

Whether you do it through meditation, quiet contemplation, or a long walk in nature, finding some inner peace within yourself is an important part of improving your mental and emotional well-being. Take some time to reflect and reconnect with yourself, as this will give you the grounding that you need to be able to tackle everything that is going on in your daily life.

Do fun physical activities

Exercise is important for both your physical and mental well-being. Aesthetic physical benefits aside, regular activity keeps your metabolism running well, promotes the release of endorphins, and focuses the mind. However, trying to fit in types of exercise that you don’t enjoy into an already busy schedule is just going to seem more like a burden than a benefit, which is why it is important to find activities to partake in that you will actually enjoy. Go outside and spend time with your family, swim, dance, or play a team a sport: whatever works for you.

Be proactive

It is so easy to find ways to put things off and procrastinate, but this will only add to your stress levels in the long term. Therefore, it is important that you find the motivation to be proactive at tackling your to-do list. Whether it’s resolving to do the housework before bed, getting round to booking that dentist appointment, or finally looking into treatment for your Golfers Elbow, the more proactive you can be about addressing the small things, the better your quality of life will be on the whole.

Voice your opinions

A lot of the time if you disagree with something, many people decide it is easier to just let it go than to speak up and cause conflict. While sometimes this practice of keeping the peace is the most important avenue to go down for everyone’s overall well-being, on occasion, having to keep a lid on your emotions can be detrimental to your own personal health. You don’t have to silence yourself for other people, and it is perfectly healthy to engage in some civilized debate. Don’t be afraid to speak your mind, as long as you’re doing so with consideration for others.

Find what makes you happy

The most important thing to enjoying a good quality of life is finding the things which make you happy, and actively pursuing them. Big or small, just make sure to do one thing each day which is solely for you, and take the time to enjoy it.

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5 Cute And Romantic DIYs For The Whole Family

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5 Cute And Romantic DIYs For The Whole Family

Family Fun Book

Do a family take on this "book of date" DIY gift idea by compiling a list of great family day activities you would like to do together. Buy construction paper and cut them into equal sizes. Decorate them with family idea vouchers such as:

Going on a picnic
Making a blanket fort in the living room before an unforgettable movie night
Family board/video game night
Go to the zoo

Finish off your booklet by punching holes through the “coupons" and tying them together with string or stapling them together.

Chalkboard Frames

It's time to get creative because this DIY gift idea involves a trip to the craft store. Head out and buy a fantastic, ornate picture frame. It can be as big or small as you like. Next, buy some chalkboard paint and a paintbrush.

Carefully remove the glass from the frame and set it over a piece of scrap newspaper. Next, paint the glass with chalkboard paint. Once dry, set your glass back into the frame and write a cute message on it for your sweetheart.

Valentine’s Slime

For this pick glitter color of your choice, confetti hearts, liquid starch, and glitter glue.
Pour two cups of the glue into a mixing bowl and add in any extra glitter you like, you can even throw in some great smelling essential oils if you like. Next, slowly add in two cups of liquid starch until you have reached your desired, slime-like consistency.

Package this in an old glass candle jar or clear plastic container for a gooey, messy, fun DIY gift!

Baking Fun

They say a way to a man's heart is through his stomach, but let's be honest - we would ALL enjoy receiving a big box of freshly baked cupcakes this V-day.

Sometimes the best present you can ever give is something you can make in your very own kitchen.

Find your favorite sugar cookie or brownie recipe and have your kids help you gather and measure out the ingredients. Once you've whipped up a delicious batter (and let them lick the spoons, of course!) it's time to let the baking begin. If you're making sugar cookies, roll out the dough and let your little ones go crazy with the heart-shaped cookie cutters.

For brownies, bake and cool enough to handle before cutting them into shapes with cookie cutters.

You can make this an extra-special baking treat for the kids by dipping your cookies into melted chocolate and then dunking them into a separate bowl of sprinkles for a truly gourmet dessert.

Reasons I Love You Envelopes

Studies show that the couples who have the highest rate of marital satisfaction are those who regularly express gratitude for one another.

Make this your reality by making this romantic DIY gift idea.

Start with 10 envelopes and write different titles one each of them like, "I love you because you can always make me laugh".

Next, take out some fancy paper and write your sweetheart a letter about why you love them, perhaps detailing a cute or funny memory together.

Write out 10 different letters and get the kids in on it. Some ideas include

I love you because... You are a great dad!
I love you because... You are very romantic
I love you because... You are weird just like me

Do-It-Yourself gifts are an amazing choice for this love-filled day because they come directly from the heart. Not only are they absolutely thoughtful, but the recipient of your gesture will love knowing that you put time and energy in making it yourself.

Author Bio:

Rachael Pace is a relationship expert with years of experience in training and helping couples. She has helped countless individuals and organizations around the world, offering effective and efficient solutions for healthy and successful relationships. She is a featured writer for Marriage.com, a reliable resource to support healthy happy marriages.

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Faith

Lessons I Learned From Ruth While Waiting For My Boaz

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single women

feeling inadequate

feeling flawed

scrutinized and marginalized by the cruel society

feeling that they've ran out of luck when it comes to finding "The One"

tired of doing good and not seeing any good happen to them

whose value

Giphyread her story Lessons I Learned From Ruth While Waiting For My Boaz
1. Ruth’s priority was on a life of service.wait for someonevalidate your existence 2. Loyalty and selflessness are always rewarded.future husband 3. Be confident with who you are.

rumors and gossipthe naysayerssociety’s standardspetty thingspetty people 4. Be diligent, persevering, and determined.Though some people don't appreciate your effort and your goodness, someone will 5. Be a woman of character.

You can’t control your reputation, because everybody's entitled to their own opinion. But remember: not everybody matters.your own character 6. Stop chasing people.Never run after a bus, train or man. When one leaves, another arrives. 7. Follow the advice of the wise.

People might have treated her like trash, but her character shined so brightly that a man of integrity like Boaz saw what a gem she was.rewarded For God is faithful, and His timing is perfect.wait in faithLessons from The Feast's teachings on Women.
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