Thirty-one

" . . . a wife of noble character who can find? She is worth far more than rubies. Her husband has full confidence in her and lacks nothing of value. She brings him good, not harm, all the days of her life. She selects wool and flax and works with eager hands. She is like the merchant ships, bringing her food from afar. She gets up while it is still night; she provides food for her family and portions for her women servants. She considers and field and buys it; out of her earnings she plants a vineyard. She sets about her work vigorously; her arms are strong for her tasks. She sees that her trading is profitable, and her lamp does not go out at night. In her hand she holds the distaff and grasps the spindle with her fingers. She opens her arms to the poor and extends her hands to the needy. When it snows, she has no fear for her household; for all of them are clothed in scarlet. She makes coverings for her bed, she is clothed in find linen and purple. Her husband is respected at the city gate, where her takes his seat among the elders of the land. She makes linen garments and sells them, and supplies the the mechanist with sashes. She is clothed with strength and dignity; she can laugh at the days to come. She speaks with wisdom, and faithful instruction is on her tongue. She watched over the affairs of her household and does not eat the bread of idleness. Her children arise and call her blessed; her husband also, and he praises her: "Many woman do noble things, but you surpass them all." Charm is deceptive and beauty is fleeting; but a woman who fears the Lord is to be praised. Honor her for all that her hands have done, and let her works bring her praise at the city gate."
-Proverbs 31
So, I'm not the type to want to bombard you with blog text, but I had a epiphany, if you will. This is a PHENOMENAL chapter in the Bible. I strive to live out this chapter. If you simply skimmed through it -- please read it again.

Do you know how God put this verse in my face today? Through my lovely 31 Bits Christmas Present. LOVELY is not even strong enough of an adjective.

I honestly want to hop in a plane to Uganda and make necklaces with these woman. I have been reading and combing there website today and I do believe I am going to have a House Party in a couple months because this product is something that I cannot really shut up about.

So, to spare you any more text, here is my necklace . . .

31 Bits

Go watch this video to pique your interest . . .

And go peruse this website to find out more information/shop.

Please, let me know what you think. Do own any 31 Bits items already or have you just ordered one?

And does anyone want to fly out to Uganda with me over the summer to roll some paper beads?!

Lots of Love, Leigh