I really liked June's post about this topic. I am adopting it for my own also.
Moms for Modesty Let Your Voice Be Heard
Moms for Modesty Mission Statement
As a Mom for Modesty I believe in common-sense modesty for girls and young women.
I believe in refraining from sexualizing our girls and young women.
I believe that it is unwise and unfair to taunt boys and young men by permitting my daughter(s) to dress in an immodest manner.
I believe that true beauty comes from within and I strive to teach my daughter(s) this truth.
I will loyally shop at retailers that provide girls' and young womens clothing that is modest, affordable and stylish.
You can read more about it by clicking on the picture or on the one on my sidebar. I care deeply about this topic, and seeing the 215+ positive responses, I know June and I aren't the only ones!
Call me prude, but I don't think little girls should wear bikinis. Call me prude, I don't think little girls should wear words across their bums. I could go on...
I saw June's post, I have to update my blog to put the link on there. Thanks for commenting on CCBB (my son's obsession), I think it's okay in moderation and lately he's been moderating more than I think is healthy, LOL.
As the mother of two girls on the brink of puberty- it's harder than you think to keep them modest. There is so much out there that propels them into adulthood long before we are ready for it. So far- so good with the one I have control over...but the 'step daughter' - I hate that word- is not with us enough to have much influence, and brings the low slung pants and skimpy shirts into our world every other weekend. I don't allow bikini's, and barely tolerate tankinis. I think the key is good communcation and explaining WHY so they know there is a reason and that you're not just being a crabby old mom. The thing I fight the most- even with my modest one- is the cheerleading with the hip shaking and suggestive moves. A 5th grader in her school sang the song, "I'm Here for the Party'' by Gretchen Wilson for the Jr. High talent show. Even my teenaged niece sat with her mouth hanging open and commented at how inappropriate it was. I voiced my opinion to the school. All we can do is arm them with knowledge and logic, set boundaries and pray they make good choices. Thank GOD my church provides a good example of what young ladies should wear and how they should act.
Fight the good fight moms!
Thanks so much for stopping in to visit my blog! I'm not Mennonite, but my roots are in the German Baptist Church. My grandmother was raised in it, and I have many family members/friends who are still in it today. I have enjoyed your blog, too!Even though I have boys, I really appreciate this stand on modesty. (Probably because I I DO have boys!) During our summer visits to amusement parks and such, I was just appalled at what girls are wearing, and how they run around unattended! What are parents thinking? I told my husband that I must be "getting old" because I just couldn't believe what I was seeing. It was embarrassing.
Anyway, come back to visit any time. It was nice to "meet" you! :o)
Thank you for standing up for modesty, and for all that means. Because it means so much more than just posting on a blog. It means standing up to your daughters, even when they whine and moan, and complain. It means spending a little more, because the more 'in-expensive' stores only cary the 'trends' with equals immodesty. It means taking much longer to shop, because finding modest/femenine clothing is a time consuming task.
It means loving the Savior more than anything else.
I am not a mom, I am a 20 year old homeschool graduate. I have two younger sisters, and our parents have been champions in this area. Even when we wanted to show a little more skin, they protected us, and the brothers in our lives by standing up for modesty.
Thank you for standing up for modesty, and for all that means. Because it means so much more than just posting on a blog. It means standing up to your daughters, even when they whine and moan, and complain. It means spending a little more, because the more 'in-expensive' stores only cary the 'trends' with equals immodesty. It means taking much longer to shop, because finding modest/femenine clothing is a time consuming task.
It means loving the Savior more than anything else.
I am not a mom, I am a 20 year old homeschool graduate. I have two younger sisters, and our parents have been champions in this area. Even when we wanted to show a little more skin, they protected us, and the brothers in our lives by standing up for modesty.
I am finding this to be a common post here this week. What a beautiful sentiment! I have sons only, but you mamas of little girls are doing a service to all of us moms. Boys and men are visually stimulated and so to keep the mind from wondering on such things is a good thing. There is so much beauty in a girl and women, why focus on the flesh? Why not allow the eye and ear to focus on the beauty within. I hope the retailers take notice to all the families who want to see a change.
I think this modesty issue is such a good one and it is more important than people realize. I only have sons, but I think that it pertains to all of us. Anyway I put the modesty button on my blog too, on my sidebar of "My heart" Sites, because I think it calls to me.
One thing have I desired of the Lord that will I seek after: that I may dwell in the house of the Lord all the days of my life. To behold the beauty, the beauty of the Lord. To inquire in His temple, the temple of the Lord.
This is my everyday thoughts about being a mother to three little ladies (10, 9 and 4) and a toddler son. We serve God full-time, and I am a physician assistant. I have the most awesome husband in the world. I am trying to seek God with all my heart, all my soul, all my mind and all my strength.
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