Don't get me wrong, I fully enjoy getting dolled up and feeling beautiful, and these things are not bad things by any means. However, In my short 28 years on this earth, I have learned that there truly is nothing more beautiful than a kind heart. The beauty in kindness is two fold. Not only will you feel more beautiful without having to add any fancy clothes or makeup, but others will see you and feel your beauty as well. I have heard my entire life growing up, people say things about how someones "personality" or presence or lack of kindness, can change their physical appearance to those around them. Those who are kind and warm and loving are going to always appear more beautiful to those around them, whereas those who are cruel and selfish... well, you get the idea.
Kindess is about so much more than just beauty, though. Think of the kindest thing anyone has ever done for you, or said to you... You just smiled really big didn't you? Happiness is so connected to kindness that our well being on this earth really depends on our kindness and charity to those around us, as well as theirs to ours.
I have, as I am sure you have as well, seen a heart breaking decline in the kindness that is being shared in this world. We went from a world of chivalry and service, to a world of "I want it now", and "what will I get out of this". Nothing can remove kindness from a person quite as fast as the presence of selfishness.
For there to be real love, there must always be kindness.
For this reason, I am SO excited about this project that I have been working on with some of the kindest, most inspiring women I have ever had the pleasure of making an acquaintance, and am honored to have them part of this project and in doing so, becoming part of my life.
The Project
So what is the project you ask? Well, at first glance it would appear to be just a giveaway... But I assure you, it is so much more than that. It is an attempt at spreading love through as much of social media as possible. There is so much cruelty out there right now, people hiding behind their screens saying such hurtful things. So what we are hoping to do is through this giveaway, through this "Instagram Loop" we want to encourage everyone to share as much love and kindness as they possibly can afford (wanna know the best part... kindness is completely free! Which means everyone can afford A LOT!)
How To Join
We want you... ALL of you, anyone that can possibly spare one minute of their day, to join in this project by going to the Instagram Loop, you can start at any of the following instagram accounts: kelsieloustanfill, thesullengers, tessief11, feelgreatin8, themomentswestand, or missaudreysuedesigns. Follow the loop and comment by tagging friends. That is your entry (Follow all 6 IG accounts and tag a friend - or 100). Here is the catch though... your entry will ONLY count if you say what you love/like about the person/people you have tagged. Each person you tag and leave a kind note/comment for counts as a NEW entry! That's right, you can be entered as many times as you want, just by tagging friends and telling them what you love about them.
The Giveaway
The Giveaway Begins NOW, and ends Sunday Night. We wanted to give as MUCH time as we could to let everyone fill the air waves with LOVE. The winners Will be announced Monday/Tuesday.What is the giveaway you ask? We have come together with a wonderful "basket" of goodies for SIX lucky winners in this kindness loop (But really, everyone will be a winner because how do you NOT win with kindness and love?)
The Basket:
- One beautiful Custom design by the incredible Audrey from missaudreysuedesigns
- "The Power of Kindess", a book by Piero Ferrucci
- 50% off a Permanent Make Up procedure done by the lovely Tessie (tessief11) (Must be able to go to Utah for the treatment).
- A Ticket to the next conference given by Ashlee Birk from "The Moments we Stand”, and a set of her amazing books
- A Gratitude journal from the very sweet Ashley Sullenger
- The Premium Package for Tiffany Rudd’s challenge: This comes with Entry, Water bottle, T-Shirt and a real food meal plan.
- The blessing of knowing that you brightened someones day by sharing the love with them
The Team
I am over the moon excited to be working with these incredible women. Truly, to say I am honored is an understatement. Please take a moment to get to know each of the incredible women who are helping me with this project, and who feel just as passionately about spreading love and kindness as I do. **goosbumps** these girls are seriously incredible.
Ashlee Birk
My name is Ashlee. Five years ago, just two months after the birth of my fifth child, my husband was murdered by the husband of a secret mistress. To say I was broken hearted would be an understatement. I was humiliated, scared, and broken to my core. For two years I faked life. I lived half alive. Then one day, not long after the month long murder trial that didn't bring the healing I had waited for . . . I took a breath. I looked around and realized that I had become a victim. I began to plead with God to set me free. Many months later a blog was born. "The Moments We Stand". Each post became an escape of the hidden pain. Each story remembered a blessing of grace to a broken heart. As I wrote my story I remembered it differently. Those times I felt alone all the sudden I could see grace...and knew that God was there.
Two years later I am the author of two books. The Moments We Stand: Silence Breaks, and The Moments We Stand: Out of the Shadows. I am the founder of A Reason to Stand, a healing conference for survivors of trauma (which by my definition trauma is a moment where your life didn't go according to your plan and you were filled with lies about who you now had to be)
I love life. I love living it with a purpose and meaning. I love helping people find their connection to God and the mission He sent them to earth to fulfill.
Tessie Friedli
- I'm the wife to a blind man and a mom to a brain injured angel boy! I NEVER imagined either of these in my "story" of life but I have learned that “Life Doesn’t Have to be Perfect to be Wonderful.” EVERY day is challenging and crazy but I am happier then I have EVER been. Through the heartache and pain that we ALL will experience…we eventually come to taste of the PURE JOY that we never knew existed. I believe with all of my heart that “Your future REALLY is as bright as your FAITH!”
Ashley Sullenger
We are a family of six with our daughter watching over us from heaven. Preslee passed away in 2010, due to an accidental drowning, and a year later we were blessed with our son Ledger. In 2013 we were shocked to learn Cruiz and Cannon (our twin boys!) were on their way. Feel free to cry along with us as we share our thoughts on grief, and laugh as we attempt to raise 3 boys, just two years apart.
Tiffany Rudd
My name is Tiffany. I am a wife, mother of 4, eating disorder survivor, and the creator and host of the Feel Great in 8 Challenge. What started as a fun way for me and my friends to create healthy habits has become an incredible movement and community that I feel lucky to be part of. I absolutely love helping women break free from a yo-yo dieting cycle and emotional eating and create lasting healthy habits. I also blog delicious, family approved, clean-eating recipes at blog.feelgreatin8.com.
Miss Audrey Sue
Hey! I'm Audrey. I draw, I read, I write, I play the piano. But mostly, I chase 2 little babes around all day while daydreaming about typography and what patterns mix, and what colors look good together. I also strive to be the best wife and friend I can...all while trying hard to not hate cooking dinners. I've blogged since 2008, designed blogs since 2012, and recently started creating prints to share and brighten the lives of those around me. I truly believe in the power of words and the positive impact they can have on our lives. Seeing a motivational quote on my wall or fridge or nightstand can make all the difference in my day, and I want that for you too!
Kelsie Stanfill
This is me! I am a lover of all things beautiful. I find joy in the little day to day things and am completely fulfilled in my role as a wife and a mother. I can think of no greater joy in this life than to be the mother to my two beautiful daughters. Each day they teach me the greatest lessons life has to offer of love, patience and a Christ-like meekness and charity. I have a passion for kindness and serving those around you. If you think there is no service to be done, simply ask your Father in Heaven which of His children need you this day.
In my "spare time" I am a DIY home makeover fanatic, transforming our "fixer upper" one room at a time. I love to design, create and see my visions come to life right before my eyes, with the support and skills of my darling husband by my side through it all.
My favorite color is white, my favorite food is Thai and Mediterranean. I love fashion, cheesy movies, and pretty much any and every Holiday. Any excuse for extra decorations and hosting parties, you can be sure I'm all in. Here on my blog I share my love for all these things, my DIY inspirations and how to's and my love of motherhood, my Savior and being a wife and homemaker.
Thank you for stopping by and getting to know us. We are so excited for this chance to spread the love on Instagram, and we hope you are excited and ready to join in.
Have a beautiful and happy day!
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