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“So, do you have any big plans for tomorrow?”

Mom and I looked at each other.  What was tomorrow?  Oh.  Valentine’s Day.  We turned back to the banker.  ”No, not really.”

The older I get, the more prone I am to forget this holiday.  Years ago you would have found me making Valentines for all the kids in my kindergarten class (at least my “friends” – definitely not Joshua the bully!).  Then several years later, I’d be handing out Valentines to the kids in my homeschool co-op class (and especially treasuring that one I received from that certain boy).  Then came the Valentine’s Day when everyone was sick with influenza except Mom, Dad, and I, and I learned much about sacrificial love!

Three years ago?  Wishing for a rose someday.  Two years ago?  Feeling a little left out.  Last year?  Too busy with a concert to really care.

And then, this year:  I’ve almost forgot.

We saw a sign yesterday which stated boldly, “Roses + chocolate = love.”  Hmm…perhaps that’s the reason I could really care less about this holiday and why I’m tempted to kiss Valentine’s Day goodbye once and for all.  Love.

Well, not true love.  It’s the milk chocolate love I’m talking about.  The love which comes stuffed among a bouquet of flowers.  The love scrawled underneath a cheesy Valentine.  The sweet-heart candy love.  It’s so cliche.  It’s so…fluffy.

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GodlyGirlhood.org in the Works

GodlyGirlhood.org in the Works!

GodlyGirlhood.org is officially in the works and is coming together!  Articles and series are being prepared, the design is in the process of being built, and giveaways are being planned.  Stay tuned for more information.

Also, you can easily stay on top of what’s happening, receive tidbits of encouragement, and more by following Godly Girlhood’s new Google+ page.  Click here to join!

“Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things.” 

(Philippians 4:8 ESV)

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GodlyGirlhood - Updated Option Two

“I like the freedom and openness of option two—very spacious and inviting!”

“…I think option 2 with a picture is cheerier!” 

“Option 2 looks more colorful, carefree, leans towards the younger set, and spirited. The girl looks like she is enjoying a sunny day, and has a spring in her step. For young ladies, I’d go with option 2. The photo draws you in with a sense of warmth.”

“…the photo in the second design just brightened the page up and made it work for me!”

“…I think the bright blue of the photo is a nice contrast to the dark brown, making the site feel bright and cheery… so I like option 2 best. “

Judging by the feedback received and the majority of the votes going for design Option Two, I believe I can safely announce: Option Two wins!  Voting is still open, if you still want to add your opinion, but work will begin on the site following Option Two’s design.

Thank you all for voting!  Be looking for the new GodlyGirhood.org soon!

In His Love,

Taylor Garms

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The new design for GodlyGirlhood.org has been narrowed down to two options: one with a header image, and one without.  Take a peek, vote, and share your thoughts in the comments!

(Note: The design drafts are subject to change when transferred to actual code.)

GodlyGirlhood - Option One

GodlyGirlhood.org - Option One (without header image)

 

GodlyGirlhood - Option Two

GodlyGirlhood - Option Two (with header image)

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Hello Friends!

Thank you for stopping by!

Godly Girlhood has been under construction for quite a while, as I have waited for the opportunity to design GG in the way I have envisioned, using my own design and graphics.  At long last, I am now creating the new GodlyGirlhood.org.

But as I redesign the website, I am seeking your help.  GodlyGirlhood.org is to be a website for girls by girls, filled with encouraging stories and articles from those who “have been there before”.  Sister to sister, inspiring each other to seek after God in every aspect of their lives, and I would love for you to share how God has changed your life, how He has convicted you, and how you are still growing.

Young women of today need to hear the great things Jesus Christ has done in our lives; they need hope, refocusing, and encouragement. And who else is better equipped than godly young ladies like yourselves? Let’s minister to a broken generation of young women!

GODLY GIRLHOOD IS LOOKING FOR ARTICLES ON TOPICS SUCH AS:

Faith

  • Your Relationship with your True Prince
  • Conversing with the Father (Prayer)
  • God’s Word: What’s the Big Deal?
  • Lies and Truth
Modesty

  • Why Modesty is Important
  • Fashion Reformation
  • Femininity in Dress and Manner
Purity

  • Crushes/Emotional Purity
  • How God Changed Your Perspective from Dating to Waiting
  • Cultivating Contentment in the Single Years
  • Boundaries with “Brothers”


Relationships

  • Honor Your Father and Your Mother: Honoring Parents
  • That’s What a Gentleman Would Do: Encouraging Brothers
  • Princess: Being a Role Model to Sisters
  • Corner Pillars: Transforming Your Role in Your Family
  • On the Subject of Friends
Femininity and Reformed Womanhood

  • Graceful Girlhood: Refining Your Manners
  • Homemaking: An Lost Art
  • Becoming a Proverbs 31 and Titus 2 Woman
Ministry

  • A Servants’ Heart at Home
  • The Least of These: Serving Your Church and Community
  • Unexpected Ministries

Trials

  • When Death Comes
  • Handling Rejection
  • Standing Strong for Your Beliefs

 

Submission Guidelines

Send your articles submissions in a Rich Text Format (.rtf) document (otherwise known as a WordPad document) or as a .txt document to taylor@godlygirlhood.org with “GodlyGirlhood.org Articles” in the subject line. Articles should be at least 400 words, but no more than 2,000 words.Please note: Articles may be edited for grammar and clarity. GodlyGirlhood.org may not use all submitted writings.Writers must be mature Christian young women who agree with the below statement of faith. Older, married women who desire to encourage young women are certainly welcome to contribute as well. Writers may include a short bio about themselves and a JPEG/PNG picture of themselves.

Statement of Faith
We believe in God the Father Almighty, Maker of Heaven and Earth;

And in Jesus Christ, His only Son, our Lord, who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, dead, and buried; He descended into hell; the third day He rose again from the dead; He ascended into Heaven, and sits at the right hand of God, the Father Almighty, from thence He shall come to judge the living and the dead.

We believe in the Holy Spirit; the holy Christian church; the communion of saints; the forgiveness of sins; and the resurrection of the body; and the life everlasting. (Adapted from the Apostles’ Creed)

We believe every word of the Bible is God’s Word, and therefore the Bible is without error. God gave us the Bible to make us “wise unto salvation through faith which is in Christ Jesus,” and to train us in godly living (2nd Timothy 3:15-17).

We believe marriage is instituted by God (Genesis 2:24, Matthew 19:5) and between one man and one woman. Children are a blessing from the Lord, and the family is the foundation of society (Psalm 127).

GET THE WORD OUT

If you are not comfortable with writing, but know of others who would, please share the word! Write a blog post or email to friends, linking them to http://www.godlygirlhood.org

Thank you, and I look forward to all God has in store for GG!  Meanwhile, keep checking for more updates and the official launch of the new GodlyGirlhood.org.

In His Love,
Taylor Garms
Surrendering My All

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