LBD

This is what i wore to my friends wedding on the 21st September 2013.

Dress: YDE Bag: Guess Boot: Woolworths

A Virtuous Women

A virtuous women is someone that exudes strength, kindness, love for others and herself, is caring and gentle, is a willing servant for God and others and most importantly loves God no matter what difficulty life throws at her.

All of us should strive to be this women, it gets hard as life is hard, but prayer and meditating on Gods Word makes it easier to strive to be the women that God wants us to be.

A virtuous woman.org has 10 Virtues of the Proverbs that I found very interesting.

1. Faith - A Virtuous Woman serves God with all of her heart, mind, and soul. She seeks His will for her life and follows His ways. (Proverbs 31: 26, Proverbs 31: 29 – 31, Matthew 22: 37, John 14: 15, Psalm 119: 15

2. Marriage – A Virtuous Woman respects her husband. She does him good all the days of her life. She is trustworthy. (Proverbs 31: 11- 12, Proverbs 31: 23, Proverbs 31: 28, 1 Peter 3, Ephesians 5, Genesis2: 18)

3.  Mothering - A Virtuous Woman teaches her children the ways of her Father in heaven. She nurtures her children with the love of Christ, disciplines them with care and wisdom, and trains them in the way they should go. (Proverbs 31: 28, Proverbs 31: 26, Proverbs 22: 6, Deuteronomy 6, Luke 18: 16)

4. Health – A Virtuous Woman cares for her body. She prepares healthy food for her family. (Proverbs 31: 14 – 15, Proverbs 31: 17, 1 Corinthians 6: 19, Genesis 1: 29, Daniel 1, Leviticus 11)

5. Service - A Virtuous Woman serves her husband, her family, her friends, and her neighbors with a gentle and loving spirit. She is charitable. (Proverbs 31: 12, Proverbs 31: 15, Proverbs 31: 20, 1 Corinthians 13: 13)

6. Finances - A Virtuous Woman seeks her husband’s approval before making purchases and spends money wisely. She is careful to purchase quality items which her family needs. (Proverbs 31: 14, Proverbs 31: 16, Proverbs 31: 18, 1 Timothy 6: 10, Ephesians 5: 23, Deuteronomy 14: 22, Numbers 18: 26)

7.  Industry – A Virtuous Woman works willingly with her hands. She sings praises to God and does not grumble while completing her tasks. (Proverbs 31: 13, Proverbs 31: 16, Proverbs 31: 24, Proverbs 31: 31, Philippians 2: 14)

8. Homemaking – A Virtuous Woman is a homemaker. She creates an inviting atmosphere of warmth and love for her family and guests. She uses hospitality to minister to those around her. (Proverbs 31: 15, Proverbs 31: 20 – 22, Proverbs 31: 27, Titus 2: 5, 1 Peter 4: 9, Hebrews 13: 2)

9. Time - A Virtuous Woman uses her time wisely. She works diligently to complete her daily tasks. She does not spend time dwelling on those things that do not please the Lord. (Proverbs 31: 13, Proverbs 31: 19, Proverbs 31: 27, Ecclesiastes 3, Proverbs 16: 9, Philippians 4:8 )

10. Beauty – A Virtuous Woman is a woman of worth and beauty. She has the inner beauty that only comes from Christ. She uses her creativity and sense of style to create beauty in her life and the lives of her loved ones. (Proverbs 31: 10 Proverbs 31: 21 – 22, Proverbs 31: 24 -25, Isaiah 61: 10, 1 Timothy 2: 9, 1 Peter 3: 1 – 6)

To view more go to: www.virtuouswoman.org

Thank you for reading & strive to be a virtuous women.

Polka Dots

This is what I wore Sunday past. I decided to give a "look" post a try. I like the traditional black and white and I love it even more paired when paired with polka dots. It is still very cold in Cape Town albeit Spring. Can't wait for the warmer days, but at the same time enjoying the last few days of coats, jerseys and scarfs, and of course my ultimate favourite the beanie.



Polka dot shirt, blacks pants, studded ankle boots: Woolworths. Statement neck piece: Lovisa

Familia

Family Functions 9 of 10 times ends up in a mini and amateur photoshoot amongst the cousins, more like the girl cousins.

Our adventure looking for snow in Ceres, Western Cape

So yesterday we decided to take a 2 hour drive from Cape Town to search for snow near the tranquil beautiful little town of Ceres. Just about an hours drive outside of Ceres every winter, visitors from all over he Western Cape searches for the annual winter snowfall in the Matroosberg Mountains. 

Unfortunately for us we never got to see any snow, except for high up on the surrounding mountain peaks. It was freezing, never experienced such cold before, living in Cape Town and all. My fingers and toes were numb, but the scenery was well worth the drive. The drive itself is an adventure on its own, with high mountains and beautiful mountain waterfalls gushing down these majestic mountains from all the rainfall experienced on the day and in the Western Cape the past week.

This scenic drive was well worth it, even though we never got to see or touch  snow, we sure felt it.

Here are a few snapshots of us braving the cold.

Huguenot Tunnel

-Thank you for reading.

--Lana

Celebrating Our Rights in the Mother City

The Mother City is alive with Free Events to celebrate this Human Rights Day

Officially declared a public holiday in 1994, Human Rights Day, which is on the 21st of March of every year, is a reminder of those who fought for our rights and country and the tragic events at the Sharpeville massacre.

This year, the national day off falls on a Thursday which gives everyone more reason to have a extra long weekend (except myself) and what better way to celebrate this day than with some of Cape Town's free events.

Cape Town Festival- Free Concert

Enjoy Human Rights Day in Cape Town’s CBD with free concerts and shows at the Cape Town Festival. The festival’s aim is to promote tolerance and understanding between diverse communities while empowering these districts and creating a platform for budding upcoming talent. This not to be missed event will be held at The Company Gardens’.  There will also be a food market, various arts and crafts stalls and kiddies area.

Line-up for the Cape Town Festival:

• 11am – 11:30am: Rebirth
• 11:30am – 12:30pm: Community Artists
• 12:30pm – 1pm: Chad Saaiman
• 1pm – 1:30pm: Gugulethu Tenors
• 1:30pm – 2:45pm: Cape Cultural Collective
• 2:45pm – 3:30pm: Speeches 
• 3:30pm – 3:45pm: Alen the Singing Car Guard
• 3:45pm – 4:15pm: Karin Kortje
• 4:15pm – 5pm: The Black Ties
• 5pm – 5:15pm: Ex-hosa
• 5:15pm – 6pm: Tucan Tucan
• 6pm – 6:15pm: Youngsta
• 6:15pm – 7pm: Glenn Robertson Jazz Band

Free Human Rights Day Concert and Show at the V&A Waterfront

Together with the Reach for a Dream Foundation, Cape Town’s most well known seaside shopping "heaven", the V&A Waterfront, is set to host a free concert and show at the amphitheater for Human Rights Day in Cape Town. The free outdoor day of entertainment (from 10am) helps kick off the non profit campaign to raise money for their cause by selling beautifully beaded bracelets. On the day, the jewelry will be available for purchase at the event for a mere R30 per piece. 

Line-up for the Free Human Rights Day Concert and Show at the V&A Waterfront:

• Dan Patlansky
• The Madame Zingara troupe
• Ballistic Blues
• Robyn van Rooyen
• Dance For All
• Brooklyn Hip Hop Crew

So what are you waiting for Capetonians?, get out there and enjoy our beautiful city.