How many times have I said these words? Do I look fat in this?
I’ve been on a shopping mission for the last week. I’m looking for something to wear to a retreat where I’m the speaker. And that means something comfortable, cute and that doesn’t make me look fat. It’s not like I needed something new because anything I wear is new to this group — since I don’t hang out in South Alabama much. I could wear my oldest, most favorite cute outfit and it would be new to them. But there is just something about a new dress that makes my heart skip a beat.
Today I bought a maxi dress — or long dress or whatever we are calling it these days. It’s cute, it’s long and flowing. Sort of swishy like. It’s a halter — not a style that I usually favor.
So far I have two (cute and comfortable) out of the three covered. I don’t think it makes me look fat — so it’s possible that we’ve hit a homerun in the dress department.
Don’t let the picture fool you, this is NOT the dress I’m wearing, but it kind looks like this. It’s the same shape and style but mine is more abstract with greens, blues, browns, and blacks in it. And I added a tank underneath — the cut down to THERE look is just not the look I want for a church retreat. I also added a cute little mini jacket that ties under the bust because my upper arms are just …. well they are not ready for full exposue yet. We need a bit more sun on them.
So there you have it a picture of the dress that I am NOT wearing. I don’t even know why I posted this picture….. go figure.
You can find a whole load of the maxi dresses here at Macy’s
I’m speaking at in South Alabama. I’m so jazzed about this event, Girlfriends of Grace. And I’m doubly excited because my daughters are coming with me.
Charity, my oldest, was a bit concerned about traveling with me. She said, “Mom, please don’t say anything stupid, ’cause I will have to laugh.” Now there’s a confidence builder for you — “don’t say anything stupid” is my plan. I’m also hoping to bring a message that the Lord has laid (or is it lain… I’m never good with that whole lay, lie, lain, laid thing) or let’s just say placed on my heart. Grace. Girlfriends of Grace.
Can’t wait to get my weekend rolling! And now that I have a whole new dress to wear, I’m doubly jazzed.
May this whole weekend be to His Glory!! How incredible that the Lord has called me into this work…. He is Amazing and Wonderful, this God we serve.
Thanks for clearing it up that you will be wearing a tank under it. Because I was about to go all MOM on you and tell you that a slit to your belly button isn’t appropriate, young lady, and that if you know what’s good for you, you’ll cover up before I have to cover you up. (See, I’m practicing for the teenage years.)
But you’re wearing a FAB dress and you’re gonna ROCK that retreat and I’m praying like crazy that you don’t say something stupid. 🙂
Kidding. You’ll be awesome. And I’m so proud of you.
Have FUN!
Robyn
I was about to have a heart attack til ya said you had a tank for under it. Whew!
Anyway, I know you will be absolutely STUNNING because you will have the glory of the Lord shining round about you.
Love ya Girlfriend – beach it up for me!!!
I love that dress and you are going to look FABULOUS in it
Have a blast with your darling girl!
Much love
Kim
Do I look fat in this is less in my vocab…. with all the babies I’ve had, my question is usually, “Do I look pregnant in this?”
Really! What a corner to push my man into. Where does he go with that when I literally have been for over 90 months. Hey, if you want a really good laugh re our hubbies steppin in it with things they say, check this u-tube out.
http://hizbabe.blogspot.com/2009/03/what-you-dont-say-to-your-wife.html
Whew! You scared me there for a minute! I was wondering what kind of conference you were going to speak to in that dress! Va-va-va-vooommmmm!!!!I was thinking you’d stepped on to another side that I didn’t know anything about!
I’m praying for you, your girls, your retreat attendees, etc, this weekend. The power of God is with you.
Thank you for giving to the Lord and letting him minister through you.
You’re a super friend!
Love ya!
Suzi
I’ll be praying for you this weekend that the words/ideas you WANT to convey come easily for you.
Just popping by to tell you I loved the “high horse” devotion I just read!
((hugs))
Jamie == aren’t you just a darling! That devotional was a tough one to live and to write. I just want to be used by the Lord and sometimes He has to knock me off that high horse to get my attention!
Internet Cafe Devotions just rock! And that’s not because I have anything to do with it, I’m just a tiny little cog in that amazing machine! I’m honored to write with some incredibly talented women.
I LOVE that dress. I hope you’ll post a picture of your ensemble…on you! And don’t worry about saying something stupid. I would rather enjoy hearing a speaker who can pull off saying something “stupid” in a funny kind of way. It would make her more real, not someone trying to appear perfect. I would love to hear you speak. You seem like someone I would really enjoy getting to know.
Where in AL are you going? My hubby’s family is near Dothan. Wish I could go to the event! You will be wonderful. And please, please…do embarrass your daughter. It’s one of the perks of parenting. 😉
Ha ha, Sandra! That was hilarious. I guess “Do I look pregnant in this?” is more up my alley these days too!