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Yesterday I shared with you Five Things My Mother Taught Me and promised that if you came back today and shared with me one thing your mother taught you, you would have a chance to win something beautiful!
I am excited to introduce you to my friend April of Lotus Girl Jewlery. April makes beautiful jewelry and I am the proud owner of two of her pieces. I wear my Sophia necklace almost every day! I also love my Alex necklace. In addition to being a jewelry designer April is also my yoga instructor and she is just darn cute!
When you leave a comment below, sharing something your mother has taught you, you will be entered into a drawing to win two of April’s fabulous pieces!
April is giving away two beautiful necklaces. One to keep for yourself and one to give to your mother, daughter or a special woman in your life. Both necklaces are valued at $38.00.
#1 Lava Necklace – Natural Red Jasper stone accented by a Freshwater Pearl and strung on a Sterling Silver chain
#2 Sand & Sea Necklace -Natural Amazonite stone strung on a Sterling Silver ball chain
The giveaway is open until Friday, May 9th at midnight PST.
Tell your friends too!
I love supporting women with a homebased business! Here’s a little more info on April – I am excited for you to get to know her.
Born in sunny Arizona, and raised in the Great Northwest since 8 years old … I have always had a deep appreciation for nature, and the environmental beauty that surrounds us. While growing up, I was constantly sketching, painting, and trying to express my “inner-artist” through any medium that I could get my hands on! I gravitated towards photography, appreciation of architecture, and abstract artwork … finding the world around me unique and dramatic, determined by different perspectives. I matured next into a fashion obsessed teenager, and currently as a wife, mother, yoga instructor, volunteer, and business-woman, expressive in my own natural & urban style.
Shortly after ending a 12 year career in banking, I was shopping, (a favorite past-time) and found it hard to find a style of jewelry that spoke to me, which didn’t look “too girly” but had a creative, hip, and yet feminine edge. So, I thought … why not take my bottled up artistic passion and express it in a way that brought me joy and fulfillment? I found that as I designed new pieces, my clients would try a piece on, look in the mirror at themselves, and say “I look hot!” They walked away noticeably feeling more beautiful, and confident. I love to see that look in their eye, and they are my inspiration!
I desire us all to … embrace our originality, find our flow, not sweat the small stuff … and love & live life to the fullest.
My Mantra: Be Original … Be You … Be Beautiful!
So be sure and share one thing you have learned from you mother in the comment box below for a chance to win both of these beautiful necklaces!
The jewelry is gorgeous. Please enter me. I’d love to be able to share.
I’d love to enter your contest–though my own mom is gone–for now–I’d love to give the necklace to my sweet daughter who has twins! Now there’s a mom!
My own mother taught me that happiness is a choice and that no matter circumstances—you can find something to be grateful for. She was right—gratitude leads to true happiness.
One of the things my mom taught me the importance of making good choices. She would love the blue necklace!
I’m adding the comments here individually that I received this morning through email so everyone can read and see who is officially entered. Please let me know if I missed anyone! Thanks ~LA
Alicia Spear wrote:
One thing I learned from my mom, was to know without a doubt that who I was going to marry was the right one. And if I did not know, wait.
Kris Wolverton wrote:
My Mom taught me to not waste anything…always scrape the bottom of the mayonaise jar, reuse margerine tubs, save large scraps of material for another project, etc.
natalie wrote:
My mother taught me to be helpful to others and to be organzied…not sure if I caught on to the organized part of it though!
claudia martin wrote:
The most important things in my life my mother taught me-to pray (literally and by her example. I don’t know how many times I walked in on my mother on her knees) and that there is something good in everything as she often said with humor “It’s an ill wind that doesn’t blow some good”.
LuAnne wrote:
One Thing My Mother has taught me:
My mother taught me how to be a good nurturer. She was always giving of herself to us and made us her priority.
Cathy Keathley wrote:
My Mom taught me the value of hardwork. If you are doing anything, then give 100% until it is done. Thanks Mom!
Ashley Northam wrote:
My mom taught me the power of serving others. She is a very compassionate person and has shown me many many times the good that can come from doing for others, especially in times that it would be easy to judge them on the reality of their needs.
I love the jewelry!
Ashley
Cathy Shauklas wrote:
My mother taught me how to entertain and throw a party. I didn’t realize that some people never do because they don’t feel confident to have people over to their home. I am grateful for my mom’s example which made it look so easy.
Marsha wrote:
Wow, have I had a flood of memories about my mother who passed away in 2006. My mother taught me that simple is as magnificant as the complex she applied it to people, nature and love.
Leslie wrote:
One thing my mom taught me was to be kind to all that I came into contact with -
to not judge others on their outside appearance – and that you just never know who needs a friend. A smile can do wonders!
My mother taught me the value of a dollar. She was able to save and manage her money so well that I always had whatever I needed, and we were also able to take family vacations all the time. I now use those money saving lessons in my own family and in these economic times I couldn’t thank her enough.
Joan Callaway wrote:
My mother, by example and through her constant support, taught me that I could be or do anything I set my mind and heart on. She instilled in me an entrepreneurial spirit that continues to this day.
ursula wrote:
sorry for the tech difficulties…computers can be so obstinate! anyway, i had my two sons very close together, and i was forever worried about doing “the right thing at the right time” – trying to be perfect. My mom taught me to relax and enjoy my boys – time goes so quickly, and that children survive in spite of our “mistakes.”
Britanie wrote:
Beautiful necklaces! I think the most valuable thing that my Mom taught me was to be courageous. I was taught to stand for what I believe, to not worry about what other people may think of me and to always choose the right. There are times in life when the right choice is a difficult choice, thanks to my Mom and her wonderful example I’ve always had the courage to do the right thing.
lisle wrote:
My mom taught me that I should always trust the feelings that I have, even when they don’t make sense to me at the time. She is always good to remind me that if I step back and look, it just might be the answer to the question I was asking…
Sarah Hafner wrote:
My mother always told me if you don’t have something nice to say don’t say anything at all. Found that has been true through each stage of my life.
julie passon wrote:
Hi! This is for your giveaway! My Mom always said “If you can’t say something nice, don’t say anything at all!” She is sooooo sweet!
Melanie Christensen wrote:
My Mom has taught me so much and I have such a deep and true love her, it is hard to pick just one thing! I will say that my Mom has taught me the importance of seeing the best qualities in others. She is one of those people that believes so firmly in the greatness in those around her–that she just brings it out. She is a principal of a Middle School and was voted principal of the year for the State of Utah. She has also taught me, through her example to give a lot of service to others and always do your best. feel very blessed that she is my Mother.
Oh–and thanks for introducing us to this awesome jewelry! I have already visited her shop and purchased a necklace this morning. What a great giveaway–I am crossing my fingers!!
jessica wrote:
She taught me to be independent!
Mollie wrote:
Sorry for your technical difficulties…that’s frustrating.
My Mother taught me to never give up. By the time she was 20 she had 3 little ones, that must have been so hard! But she never gave up and has always wanted better for me. She has taught me so much!
Heather wrote:
My momma taught me to trust in God and then He will be with me through the thick and the thin of life.
my mom taught me….that ‘this too will pass’…no matter what troubles you may face, they will one day be over, no matter what ‘stage’ of life you in, enjoy it, because there is always something new coming.
Bonnie Gale wrote:
What I have learned from my mother I do not wish to share. It is not positive. I have a long list of things I learned not to do.
I was raised by my grandfather, when my mother no longer wished to parent me. He picked up the pieces of my broken and shattered world and put me back together. He is not a member of the LDS church as I am, but always allowed me to attend. Someday my grandfather will be a member. What I learned from my grandfather is to never ever give up. He has been through so much in his life. He will be 88 on May 7th. He has picked himself up by his bootstraps time after time and persisted on. He is such a Christ-like man. I studied family science at BYU after graduating from high school. During my studies, I learned that as long as a child who has been abused, has one person to rely on, they can survive. My grandfather was that one person. I thank God for him everyday. There’s so much in my life that I owe to him. So when I think of Mother’s day, I celebrate the man who was my mother, father, grandmother and grandfather in one man.
My mother taught me something that was more unspoken than verbally expressed. She taught me that no matter what situation you happen to find yourself in, no matter what someone has done or said, whether you are in the fire or treading deep waters, everyone still deserves the best of who you are. Verbally expressed I think you would call it “grace under pressure”. That is who she is and that is what she taught me.
Tami
Shawna Brown wrote:
My mother taught me to take a deep breath and count to 10 before doing or saying anything while disciplining that you might regret. She also taught me that sometimes the best place to do this was in the bathroom with the door locked!
Karis wrote:
One thing (of many) that Mom impressed upon me was not to put down your husband to other women. I remember her coming home from bridge club irritated at the gals who spent the evening verbally diching their husband to the … Read Moreother ladies. She would say, “never do that. It is a reflection of you, for you chose him. And it reflects badly. Your husband should trust you when he is not there to lift him up. If you can’t, then remain quiet.” It was a consistent message and I am blessed to have a man that is easy to praise, but even in moment of frustration I know the right place to take that is to God or to Pat…not to lady friends. Thanks to mom whose example of uplifting and honoring my Dad was constant. Their marriage was beautiful to behold!
My mother taught me that anything is possible. I believe it 100% after seeing what she has done with her life.
My mom taught me by example to always give of yourself, your time, talents, whatever you could to help those in need. She is a wonderful friend and I have appreciated all that she’s done for me so much more now that I have a daughter of my own.
Among other things, my mother has taught me the importance of nature. From plant identification hikes where we would be quizzed on common and Latin names to her personal garden where we would be forced to eat Zucchini creations (believe me, there are a lot of things you can do with Zucchini) my mother always wanted us to know how important it was that we appreciated and knew our planet.
My angel of a mother taught me to surround myself with good friends and therein would lie safty.
My mother taught me a skill that is important in relationships…ask people questions about themselves and be interested in their lives, rather than just talking about yourself. When I notice people that seem to only talk about their own lives rather than show interest in others, I realize I was blessed to have a mother teach me that principle. = )
My mom taught me the importance of the family dinner. Having a delicious home-cooked meal on the table each night was one of her top priorities. Even with busy teenage schedules we all managed to show up for dinner, often bringing our friends. She also taught me how to sneak away from kids to find a quiet spot to read. I think I’ll go do that now!
There are so many things that my mom has taught me that it’s hard to narrow it down to just one. So, I’ll mention two! First, she taught me to trust in the Lord no matter what. He orchestrates our lives and is always in charge. We just have to trust. Second, she has taught me to love and appreciate the beauty of the earth. She has instilled in me a deep love and reverence for the outdoors and nature. I love my mom to pieces!!!!!
My mom taught me how to be frugal
Leigh Anne, Thank you for the opportunity. The necklaces are beautiful pieces. I’m tall and I used to look down at my shoes when I was younger and walking along. You’ll probably laugh but my mother always said to me, “Stand up straight and look at the trees when you walk, don’t look down!” I do that now and thank her for it.
My mother taught me so many things. One of the things she passed on to me was a love of gardening. I love planning and planting gardens (both vegetable and flower).
My mom taught me to be independent, as she was a single mom, who had to work and wasn’t around much. She also taught me to lead by example.
My mom taught me to be honest….that way people believe you when you tell them something. I love that my mom has never and will never lie about anything. Even in high school she refused to tell anyone calling that I wasn’t home when I was….frustrating, yes, trustworthy…absolutely!!!!
Trying to think of something different…my mom taught me to make the little extra efforts that make things nice – not just when others are over for dinner or visiting -but for your family too. Just small things like putting jam in a pretty little dish when it is on the dinner table or folding the towels and pillowcases and sheets so that they are just so. Don’t ever be afraid or too lazy to go an extra mile for your family.
46 years ago today, my mom gave birth to me. Sadly she passed away 8 years ago. I am who I am because of her. It is so hard to pick just one thing that she taught me. I am very grateful that I learned to look at who people are on the inside, before making assumptions from their outward appearance. “Don’t judge a book by it’s cover” isn’t the cliche, it’s what I saw when people judged my mom by her looks, and I saw how she hurt in private, but also how gracious was her response in public.
I don’t even know where to start! I love my mom and admire and cherish all that she has done and continues to do for me. A saying that sticks out to me right now is, “Do it, do it right, and do it right now.” That doesn’t even compare to all that she has taught me my mother is an amazing woman and I love her- free jewlery or not.
My mom taught me the importance of an education- it’s truly priceless!
My mom taught me the importance of learning from others. Why make mistakes twice or struggle for success on a road others have already helped pave the way? Sure you’ll make your own mistakes and find success your own way for your own special circumstances but learning from example can save a person a lot of grief.
Gorgeous jewelry! I recently went through a rough patch with my mom – 18 months of no communication. I’m so incredibly happy to say that we are on the road to reconciliation and things are definitely looking up! What I’ve been learning through all this is that my Mom will always be an important person in my life and that I need her presence in my life. It’s definitely a relationship that should be treasured and worked on. I will gladly share one of these necklaces with Mom, her choice first, of course!
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~Tanya
the4moyers(at)msn(dot)com
My mother taught me to be unselfish and to find joy in serving my family!
Love the necklaces!
My mom taught me to love the creatures of the Earth – big and small. I can’t tell you how many pets we acquired by picking up strays when I was growing up. To this day, I just love animals, and frankly we have more in our house than anyone really needs!
what fun blog candy!! my mother taught me not to gossip and to not take offense. something I have tried to teach my children and grandchildren. also a little bling never hurt a girl! LOl! thanks for putting my name in the hat!
Lorene