There is nothing in all this world as magnificent as Virtue. --Gordon B. Hinckley

Gordon B. Hinckley proclaimed: "There is none more beautiful, more inspiring than a [woman] who knows who she is, who walks in virtue with an understanding of why she should do so."

Let us return to virtue. TRUE BEAUTY is virtuous beauty. It is felt with heart, not seen with the eyes.

Beauty in Bloom--Self-Esteem for Girls Blossoms with Girl Scouts Uniquely ME

There's more to being a Girl Scout than "Thin Mints" and "Samoas." Yes, girl scouts sell cookies. But they also serve their community and learn valuable life lessons that change them for good. Recently, our troop earned the "Bronze Award"--the highest service award given to Girl Scouts. Our troop organized, planned, and executed a service project for the House of Hope--a drug treatment center in downtown Salt Lake City.

"Thanks for coming and sharing your talents," the women gratefully told the girls. The girls were humbled to know that women recoving from drug addcition are just "normal" women who took a wrong turn and are trying to get back on the right path. Many of these "addicts" are mothers and some are just young women themselves. They deserve a second chance: a chance to discover who they really are.

The troop focussed on two themes: "It's what you give that makes you beautiful" and "Be your own kind of beautiful." The girls wrote and performed their own play; served brunch; and sang songs. "These girls brought us hope today" said one of the women in the group. "Thanks for reaching out," another said. As leaders we're trying to teach our girls to give whatever you have to "give." That's the best dose of self-esteem you'll ever swallow.

I support Girl Scouts of America and I also support Dove. GSA has teamed with the Dove Foundation to sponsor a FREE program called "Uniquely ME" aimed at improving young girls self-confidence, self-esteem, and body image. You can download the Uniquely ME! materials for FREE. You don't need to be a Girl Scout or a leader to use them.

Girls today need positive role models that teach true principles of beauty. They deserve to feel beautiful simply because God made them and they have something to "give." Let's forgo the red carpet and sit down and have a "real" discussion with our daughters about what "real" beauty really is and how it feels. True beauty is felt more than it is seen. It is found in the heart. It really is. Uniquely ME is all about being YOU-nique! Check it out. http://www.girlscouts.org/program/program_opportunities/leadership/uniquelyme.asp

Beauty in Bloom--Self-Esteem for Girls Blossoms with Girl Scouts Uniquely ME

There's more to being a Girl Scout than "Thin Mints" and "Samoas." Yes, girl scouts sell cookies. But they also serve their community and learn valuable life lessons that change them for good. Recently, our troop earned the "Bronze Award"--the highest service award given to Girl Scouts. Our troop organized, planned, and executed a service project for the House of Hope--a drug treatment center in downtown Salt Lake City.

"Thanks for coming and sharing your talents," the women gratefully told the girls. The girls were humbled to know that women recoving from drug addcition are just "normal" women who took a wrong turn and are trying to get back on the right path. Many of these "addicts" are mothers and some are just young women themselves. They deserve a second chance: a chance to discover who they really are.

The troop focussed on two themes: "It's what you give that makes you beautiful" and "Be your own kind of beautiful." The girls wrote and performed their own play; served brunch; and sang songs. "These girls brought us hope today" said one of the women in the group. "Thanks for reaching out," another said. As leaders we're trying to teach our girls to give whatever you have to "give." That's the best dose of self-esteem you'll ever swallow.

I support Girl Scouts of America and I also support Dove. GSA has teamed with the Dove Foundation to sponsor a FREE program called "Uniquely ME" aimed at improving young girls self-confidence, self-esteem, and body image. You can download the Uniquely ME! materials for FREE. You don't need to be a Girl Scout or a leader to use them.

Girls today need positive role models that teach true principles of beauty. They deserve to feel beautiful simply because God made them and they have something to "give." Let's forgo the red carpet and sit down and have a "real" discussion with our daughters about what "real" beauty really is and how it feels. True beauty is felt more than it is seen. It is found in the heart. It really is. Uniquely ME is all about being YOU-nique! Check it out. http://www.girlscouts.org/program/program_opportunities/leadership/uniquelyme.asp

Beauty in Bloom--Self-Esteem for Girls Blossoms with Girl Scouts Uniquely ME

There's more to being a Girl Scout than "Thin Mints" and "Samoas." Yes, girl scouts sell cookies. But they also serve their community and learn valuable life lessons that change them for good. Recently, our troop earned the "Bronze Award"--the highest service award given to Girl Scouts. Our troop organized, planned, and executed a service project for the House of Hope--a drug treatment center in downtown Salt Lake City.

"Thanks for coming and sharing your talents," the women gratefully told the girls. The girls were humbled to know that women recoving from drug addcition are just "normal" women who took a wrong turn and are trying to get back on the right path. Many of these "addicts" are mothers and some are just young women themselves. They deserve a second chance: a chance to discover who they really are.

The troop focussed on two themes: "It's what you give that makes you beautiful" and "Be your own kind of beautiful." The girls wrote and performed their own play; served brunch; and sang songs. "These girls brought us hope today" said one of the women in the group. "Thanks for reaching out," another said. As leaders we're trying to teach our girls to give whatever you have to "give." That's the best dose of self-esteem you'll ever swallow.

I support Girl Scouts of America and I also support Dove. GSA has teamed with the Dove Foundation to sponsor a FREE program called "Uniquely ME" aimed at improving young girls self-confidence, self-esteem, and body image. You can download the Uniquely ME! materials for FREE. You don't need to be a Girl Scout or a leader to use them.

Girls today need positive role models that teach true principles of beauty. They deserve to feel beautiful simply because God made them and they have something to "give." Let's forgo the red carpet and sit down and have a "real" discussion with our daughters about what "real" beauty really is and how it feels. True beauty is felt more than it is seen. It is found in the heart. It really is. Uniquely ME is all about being YOU-nique! Check it out. http://www.girlscouts.org/program/program_opportunities/leadership/uniquelyme.asp

Having Hope in Trying Times

Hope Is A Waking Dream
As morning sunlight glimmers through my window, I see a new dawn.
I feel the warmth of the sun on my cheek and light encircles me.
I ponder on the road I traveled.
I know at times it was long, lonely, and dark
At times my fears overshadowed me.
I sank deeper and deeper into a slumber of self-doubt.
But on this day, I awake to a new dawn,
For I have been asleep for much too long.
My sleep at times imprisoned me,
But no longer will it overpower me.
Today I am awake and I am strong.
Hope is a waking dream.
It awakened me from my slumber,
Showed me my dreams of all my somedays and tomorrows.
I know I am a beautiful human being
With possibilities,
So I will dance this dance.
I will live life vibrantly.
I have hope because today I choose to see the light,
To awake to a new day and live this waking dream.

Copyright ©2009 Jodi Marie Robinson


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What are readers saying about "Women of Virtue"?

"Your book is a gold mine for women!" --Tammy Williams, GA "I was trying hard to get things done around the house, but I was too excited to read another chapter. I really like it." --Jodi Parker, mother of four "It was just what I needed. I can't wait to share it with my sisters." --Corissa Beck, mother of four "Every woman needs this book, Jodi. We all need this." --Cherrie Barrick, mother of six "How can we get the men to read this?" --Tacey Burnham, empty nester, Burbank, CA "I'm really enjoying your book. Thank you!" --Rebecca Felt, mother of three, Manteeca, CA

What are readers saying about "Women of Virtue"?

"Your book is a gold mine for women!" --Tammy Williams, GA "I was trying hard to get things done around the house, but I was too excited to read another chapter. I really like it." --Jodi Parker, mother of four "It was just what I needed. I can't wait to share it with my sisters." --Corissa Beck, mother of four "Every woman needs this book, Jodi. We all need this." --Cherrie Barrick, mother of six "How can we get the men to read this?" --Tacey Burnham, empty nester, Burbank, CA "I'm really enjoying your book. Thank you!" --Rebecca Felt, mother of three, Manteeca, CA

What are readers saying about "Women of Virtue"?

"Your book is a gold mine for women!" --Tammy Williams, GA "I was trying hard to get things done around the house, but I was too excited to read another chapter. I really like it." --Jodi Parker, mother of four "It was just what I needed. I can't wait to share it with my sisters." --Corissa Beck, mother of four "Every woman needs this book, Jodi. We all need this." --Cherrie Barrick, mother of six "How can we get the men to read this?" --Tacey Burnham, empty nester, Burbank, CA "I'm really enjoying your book. Thank you!" --Rebecca Felt, mother of three, Manteeca, CA

Reader RAVES about "Women of Virtue"

Dear Jodi,
I have received so many calls from those who attended Thursday evenings presentation saying how absolutely wonderful it was. Jodi, I thank you so much for being so inspired and taking time out to share with us. I feel like a different person as I think about all that you taught. Your book is wonderful....I have it half read already....and lots of highlighting!!!!

Thanks again,
Cathy, Kamas, Utah

FROM JODI: Thanks, Cathy! It was a pleasure to spend time with you and everyone else. I enjoyed it and look forward to seeing you all again.

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