I remember when I first started wearing makeup. I found the perfect foundation for my chocolatey complexion, and learned a bit about liner and mascara. Over time, and after countless YouTube videos and convos with my fellow makeup enthusiasts, Â I finally got it right! Well, in all areas except for one… lipstick. Unlike my other skills, I only gave lipstick a good 5 tries, before I decided it wasn’t for me. I loved how it looked on others, but I just couldn’t figure it out. Lipstick on my teeth, lipstick on my fingers… legit, “smudge galore”!
I was completely done…
Until my  beautiful friend came along and got me all the way together. (You know who you are!)
We went out to lunch one day, and I happened to comment on how fabulous her lip color looked! She paused for a moment,  and asked “where is YOUR lipstick, friend”? I cringed a bit on the inside, and replied “Lipstick isn’t for me”.  She wasn’t buying it. She always commented on my bare lips, but this day was different.  She rolled her eyes, and pulled out her lipstick  collection. She went over different types of lipsticks, lip liners,  and finishes. Basically, she was encouraging me to give it another try. And I did just that! I went back to my vanity and tried again… and again… until I got it right!
LOOK AT ME NOW!
As I think of my makeup/lipstick journey, I can’t help but wonder… “what have I written off in my life, simply because I found it challenging and didn’t invest in the ‘know-how'”? Take a moment, and think about your own life.  Have you ever written something off, simply because you didn’t know how to do/use/perform it? You may have tried a few times, but things didn’t go as planned.  Now, you’re walking around dismissing opportunities and blessings because you’ve convinced yourself “this/that isn’t for me”, when in reality  you haven’t even put in the effort. Lord, help us all!
Today, I encourage you to try again!  I understand, we aren’t all gifted to do everything! But, as you read this post, something came to mind that you know  you need to revisit. It’s time to stop dismissing, and start refining. (I’m speaking to myself, here! Yassss!) Despite how challenging it may seem, go back and sit down at  your “vanity” and try again! Invest in the “know-how”, perfect your skills, and grab hold of every opportunity the Lord sends your way!Â
Yup, another winner! I was in the bookstore today, buying all kinds of books on how to deal with a teenager, and at the same time gleaning wisdom from the older sales woman! Oh She gone pop, just like your lips!!! 😘
Yaaaaassss, she sure will! lol I love it! Thanks for always supporting 😘
Wow this was an Awesome read! I too struggle with lipstick and can never find the right fit! Thanks for reminding Me to not give up on the plan that GOD has for My life! GOD Bless You and may the LORD continue to pure into You!
Hey Tracey! Thank you for those kind words… so thankful that you found encouragement in this post! Yes, we must never give up on God’s plan for our lives, I remind myself daily. 🤗 Oh, and I have a feeling the right lipstick is within your reach… Have you tried Milani before?