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BOOKS OF THE MONTH: LESLIE LUDY’S BOOKS

August 20, 2016 by Little Miss Honey 859 Comments

Leslie Ludy's book

Looking around these days, I realised that women are having few people to look up to that would model what is classy and dignified femininity. Class was replaced by crass and it saddens me. I am still hoping I will have a daughter eventually and I want her to have good women examples to follow. I was delighted to discover Leslie Ludy’s books that geared toward Christ-centered femininity.

I have read a Leslie Ludy book that she wrote her husband, Eric Ludy entitled When God Writes Your Love Story. It is a great book for single women. I highly recommend you read it before choosing a husband. Now, I discovered 3 more of her books focusing on introducing young ladies in a lifestyle that is set-apart from the usual modern women of today. The books are heavily centered on creating a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and developing a lifestyle that is pleasing to God. Maybe many women will find it too intense or will be turned off by the emphasis on Christian spirituality. I know in the modern society of today that mentioning God in our sentences can come off as old-fashioned or uncool. I have to admit that I am also embarrassed of talking too much about my faith of fear of coming off too intense, too spiritual or even a hypocrite. But being a product of an-all-girls Catholic school, Leslie Ludy’s  words spoke to me. And I realised its importance in the world today. I would want my daughter(s) to read her books. I want them to seek Jesus first before seeking romantic relationships.

Leslie Ludy's book

I believe her 3 books, Authentic Beauty, The Set-Apart Femininity and The Set-Apart Woman are like a trilogy. You start with Authentic Beauty then The Set-Apart Femininity then The Set-Apart Woman.

THE AUTHENTIC BEAUTY

Leslie Ludy's book

This is my favourite among the 3. It is best to start with this book. It is the shaping of the set-apart woman. Women love to be like princesses and hopes to find their prince. In this book, Leslie illustrates that we are all princesses and our ultimate Prince is Jesus Christ. People shouldn’t misunderstand this in a perverse manner but rather an initimate spiritual relationship with the one True Prince, Jesus Christ. She wrote, “an ongoing, passionate romance with our True Prince is the foundation for success in every other area of our life.” Women are guilty for obsessing in looking for Mr. Right. So we flirt, we compromise our ideals, we get desperate. But we didn’t realise that men can never fulfil all the yearnings of love we want. Even if you got the nearly perfect man for your husband, it will never give you all the love you are searching for. “Only when we fall i love with Jesus Christ and build our lives completely around Him can experience human love and romance in its purest and most beautiful form.“. This is a powerful message for the young generation of today.

THE SET-APART FEMININITY

Leslie Ludy's book

After introducing the set-apart lifestyle, in this book, Leslie urged women for a radical concept that is contrary to the modern lifestyle by leading life that is God’s sacred intent for every young woman. It delve deeper in how to achieve their heroic type of femininity by how you relate to men, the direction of your life, aligning your daily existence with God’s priorities, etc. Leslie shares a lot of stories of women living a set-apart lives. I am impressed that there are people who conduct themselves in such a way that in Catholic Church would regards as saints or martyrs. Of course, there will still be a daily struggle until death since we all are human and imperfect.

THE SET-APART WOMAN

Leslie Ludy's book

This book is like a review on the first two books. Each chapter starts with verses from the Bible or a Christian book then it ends with a call to action for discussion and personal reflection. Each chapter reiterates God’s invitation to sacred living. It shows you how to cultivate Christ-honoring daily habits, trade unfulfilling distractions, and overcome fear.

I will be keeping these books to give to (I hope) my daughter(s). I am hoping to grab one of Leslie Ludy’s books, The Set-Apart Motherhood. She also have  a monthly online magazine, The Set-Apart Girl.

 

Filed Under: Beauty, Books I Read, Inspirations, Motherhood Tagged With: christcentered, Christian, Faith, Femininity, God, Leslie Ludy

THINGS THAT INSPIRED ME THIS WEEK

July 17, 2016 by Little Miss Honey 500 Comments

Things that inspired me

I met up with a friend this week. We got our nails done. Now that I am older ( and wiser), I realised the importance of friendships. So even if we don’t work in some company, we try to meet up and catch up. Same wth friends that are miles away, I make sure we still communicate via WhatsApp or Facebook Messenger.

I also had wonderful discovery this week. I have been hearing a lot about the KonMari Method in housekeeping and design articles. KonMari Method is the method designed by Marie Kondo in tidying up. She is really passionate about tidying up and actually a bit weird but I like her, hehe.. I got to read her book, The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up. It is a very interesting read and I can’t wait to implement what I learning. I will include this in my book of the month next month.

Marie Kondo

This week, I was invited to watch a free advanced screening of the new Ghostbusters movie. I got to watch it with my husband. I enjoyed it a lot. It brings back childhood memories. I will be giving a review of the movie very soon. Watch out for that!

Ghostbusters

Here are a round-up of links I found online that inspired me this week:

A few things you should know about Marie Kondo

5 Local Singaporean Delights you need to get in your visit in Singapore

Ways to lower household expenses

Thoughts on living abroad

Gwyneth’s Goop is also into Mari Kondo. Here is an illustrated guide in how to fold clothing Mari Kondo’s style

3-Day Work Week May Be Best For Those Over 40 Years Old

I am glad we are co-sleeping our kids

10 blogger poses to master

Have  a good week ahead of you

Filed Under: Books I Read Tagged With: friendships, Ghostbusters, Marie Kondo, Media Invite, tidying-up

BOOK OF THE MONTH: LIFE MANUAL 101

May 23, 2016 by Little Miss Honey 1,467 Comments

Life Manual 101;How To Make Your Dreams Come True by Bo Sanchez;

I have been a fan of Bo Sanchez inspirational books for so long now. I wanted to buy the latest book, Life Manual 101: How To Make Your Dreams Come True. It was so nice of my friend, Doc J, to get me this book as a birthday gift. I just got it last April, mailed in my Philippine home, a few weeks before I am travelling back to Singapore. I was so happy and grateful when it was delivered. Thanks Doc J!

Life Manual 101;How To Make Your Dreams Come True by Bo Sanchez;

I have always been a dreamer. I am also very goal-oriented person. I love dreaming and creating goals. But I have learned to be proactive and try to make concrete steps in making my dreams come true. That is one reason why I am excited to get this book. I am hoping it would augment my knowledge in being a “realistic” dreamer.

Bo made a list of steps in how to make your dreams come true:

  1. CONCIEVE
  2. RECEIVE
  3. ACHIEVE
  4. ADJUST
  5. SUPPLY
  6. SOLUTIONS
  7. SIGNIFICANCE

Bo divided each concept in a short but concise chapter. He gave concrete examples how to go about it. He conveyed his message and lessons in his classic Bo Sanchez humor. Get the book to know more about the steps in how to make your dreams come true.

This is a great gift for dreamers. Also if you haven’t started on any Bo Sanchez book, this is a good 1st Bo Sanchez to collect. I love that it is just not just a mambo-jambo of inspiring words but you are given an outline, a main reaching your dreams. Keep on dreaming, dreamers and let us make our dreams a reality…

Filed Under: Books I Read, Inspirations Tagged With: Bo Sanchez, Dreams, goals, God, Religious

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Hi I'm Honey! I am a Filipina who has studied & lived in Saudi Arabia for a few years, worked in Singapore and is currently based in Oman with my husband & our three little boys. I am a medical doctor, a lifestyle blogger, travel junkie, a foodie and a bookworm. I hope I can drizzle a bit of sunshine and inspirations whenever you drop by my blog. Thanks for dropping by! See ya soon.. :)
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