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"All Things Girl" is the ground breaking series of books for Catholic tweens that as five titles and a journal.Simple truths from John Paul II's Theology of the Body are used to develop virtues amidst every tween's concern for fashion, beauty, and friends.The series of books helps each girl discover the unique privilege and call upon her life in God's kingdom.She will learn that she is a princess and how saying "yes" to God's plan for her life can change the face of the world forever!The books (Friends, Boys, and Getting Along; Mirror, Mirror; Girls Rock; Mind Your Manners; Modern and Modest) provide guidance along with fun quizzes, tips, and stories that are meant to enforce the role of parents as the primary educators of their children. ... Read more

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Appropriate and much needed book for 'tween' years
As a mother making those first steps into teaching my daughter about the changes coming as she approaches her teen years, I appreciate this book. It opens up topics for further discussion.I find the writing style and content to be just what is needed.Thanks to the authors for writing this book!

What a find!
What a find! I had been looking for a good Catholic resource for my daughters who are all interested in fashion, beauty tips, media, friends, etc., but there wasn't anything out there until the All Things Girl series. These books are truly a treasure my girls love! Not only because they contain current topics, but also they contain solid Catholic teachings on dignity, vocation, saints, virtues and a plan girls can implement for their prayer life. Each book is beautifully designed with lots of color, quizes, ideas for projects, and an examination of conscience related to the topic of the book. These books are a must for every Catholic girl!

All Thing Girl series:sadly...mostly fluff
My sisters and I (ages 15, 13 and 10) eagerly awaited the arrival of these books.As we received each one, we became more and more saddened.While they would contain a few sentences of the beauty of the Church's teachings, they would quickly switch to fluff topics.For example, we had hoped to hear more on how your inner beauty is much more important than your physical.With such beauty, why do you need to use so much makeup or any at all?The beauty book (and the modern and modest) gives many very detailed makeup tips, (lip liner, lip stick, lip gloss, TONS of eye makeup, mascara, blush,concealer, foundation, powder, etc, etc, etc.).I do not personally think that makeup is a bad thing and certainly is not sinful, but I was hoping that they wouldn't put such an importance on the need for it.The book seemed to promote the draw into vanity (and not how to combat it) which is so promoted by our current secular world. They do say some things like you don't need designer clothing, etc. but that was pretty much it.I suppose I see how they were trying to bridge the ever widening gap between our Christian world and the secular world, but I still think that they had a great opportunity here that they missed using.

The other books missed the mark for us too. In Friendship, Boys and Getting Along, they say that "going with" and "having a boyfriend," simply means that you like a boy.When they could have stressed more firmly about waiting to date, they simply say that going places alone or having boy/girl parties are for high school.While this is a common take on dating, what about the virtue building possibilities here of not stressing such an importance on feeling that one must date in high school or even earlier?While the authors often have some good things that are character building, they just as often turn back to the secular view.The other sad thing about this book in particular is how they slam boys, saying that they just don't get "it." Also, that when you are ready to have a rational conversation, they are still doing silly things like playing with legos.

They seem to be constantly contradicting themselves, for instance, they say that makeup should be modest (that you shouldn't look like you have makeup on) and then they give 7 very detailed steps on how to apply all the various kinds of makeup that if followed would not look natural. And the aforementioned dating problem where they say that dating and courtship should be kept until you're ready to find a husband and then say that having a boyfriend and "going" with a boy should be saved as something to look forward to in high school (or younger).

They do have a few redeeming factors, they talk about your dignity as a daughter of the King (the same intro is repeated in every book) and about how your situation does not affect your dignity. Also, they have some prayers, good saint stories, and an examination of conscience in each book (these are not thorough, as they only cover the sins contained in the subject of the book, i.e., friendship).They try to give advice about friendship, clothing and hairstyles, although again they are mainly secular and sometimes rather obvious.

The manners book (All Things Girl, Mind Your Manners) is probably the best book, although you could probably get a much better book on manners somewhere else.They have place settings, a fun page about manners around the world, church manners, and other general etiquette.

Little Sis is lovin' it
My 12-year-old sister is homeschooled and I take charge of her instruction once a week, adding a class on Social Skills, Manners and Etiquette.This series has a bit of everything that I envisioned teaching her.I find some of the layout/pictures cheesy or too, how shall I put this, pink, but I probably would have loved it at her age.She thinks it is the coolest school book ever.Don't forget to get the journal.She likes it so much she brought it on our cruise!

Absolutely wonderful!
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Take Two Chocolates and Call Me in the Morning
Great down-to-earth advise book, mostly for women, based on the author's own experiences. I plan to share this book with my grown daughters as the advise she gives can be very enlightening for them. Many of her experiences are those shared by most of us and her advise can help us to see the good in life.

Everyone needs chocolate and a break
This book is wonderful!I've read it twice and bought it for my sisters and mom.It's a practical solution for everyday stresses. ... Read more

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Title: Religious freedom under attack.(Column)
Author: Rory Leishman
Publication: Catholic Insight (Magazine/Journal)
Date: May 1, 2007
Publisher: Catholic Insight
Volume: 15Issue: 5Page: 10(1)

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The fourth title of the popular "All Things Girl" book series is all about being modern and yet modest!See why parents and kids alike love the series that weaves the simple truths of JPII's Theology of the Body and Feminine Genius throughout."What a refreshing book for today's Christian girl! "Modern and Modest" does not just show a girl how to dress and act like royalty, it lifts her up from the inside out. It's a beautiful mix of fashion and beauty for girls with heavenly designs. The authors understand a girl's heart and lead her through the basics of the fashion world.Everything from make-up to clothes, perfume, speech and style are presented in a girly yet Godly way.I love the "All Things Girl"series!What a God-send."Patti Maguire-Armstrong best selling Catholic author of "Catholic Truths forOur Children." To learn how to arrange a mother-daughter event based upon the ground-breaking series, visit www.BezalelBooks.com or www.RunwaytoReality.org ... Read more

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Needed Breath of Fresh Air for Today's Young Girls
Author and syndicated Catholic talk show host, Teresa Tomeo, teamed up with Molly Miller, and Monica Cops, putting their heads and hearts together to come up with a breath of fresh air for today's young girls.

Their series, All Things Girl, published by Bezalel Books includes 6 titles, two of which are: Girls Rock! and Modern and Modest . The series speaks about the dignity at the heart of every girl created in the image and likeness of God and does it in a very fun and appealing way. The books are generous in size and filled with colorful and attractive designs to capture a young girl's attention.

Modern and Modest is a delightful and eye-catching 59 pages and is just the book we'd love to see in every young girl's hands. The authors cover every relevant subject for girls from being a Godly girl and turning away from the media's portrayal of the culture's expectations and enticements and turning toward Jesus and the Church instead, to fashion and fabrics and what modesty really means, how to be modern and modest at the same time, as well as an overview of virtues and how they apply to living as a girl in our world today. Pope John Paul II's Theology of the Body and Feminine Genius teachings are woven through in an uncomplicated understandable way. All topics discussed in Modern and Modest illustrate to girls that they can be very modern and cool yet pleasing to God in their modesty which is consistently explained in a simple yet contemporary manner.

In addition to suggesting ways to come up with a "family media plan" regarding the computer use, TV and movie viewing, this book encourages girls to look up to parents in topics such as "Daddy's Little Girl" and "Look to Mom." Amusing personality quizzes are sprinkled throughout the book. As well, make up and fragrance discussions, goals to achieve, and prayers to be included in a plan for life are all blended together in a delightful mix which is just right for our young growing girls. A story about St. Maria Goretti ends the book on a note to enhance the book's message of purity and dignity.

Girls Rock! is another very charming book for young girls by the same trio of women authors. Tastefully written, Girls Rock! covers many pertinent topics of interest to today's young girls in 52 pretty pages. This book, like the other, weaves Church teachings with practical tips for everyday life; giving girls the tools to navigate life in the twenty first century. Subjects are discussed in a very appealing manner. Feminism is compared to femininity, there are brief biographies of some great women throughout history, as well as a selection of Catholic woman today including Mother Angelica, Blessed Teresa of Calcutta, and Dorothy Day.

Girls Rock! explains the various vocations available to women. Positive goals are discussed to help girls persevere each day amid the messages contrary to the faith from the media. Fun games and quizzes and crafts are sprinkled throughout the book. One suggested project idea is to make a time capsule. Another is to start a family tree.

Girls can learn how to examine their consciences by turning to page 45. Some questions for girls to ask themselves when examining their conscience are suggested, such as: "Am I lazy? Do I finish what I started? Am I quitter? Do I give myself generously to others? Do I pray to God for light to see my vocation clearly? Do I use the traits of my personality to make a difference in my family, school and the parish?" Their virtues are also affirmed and the girls are encouraged to see the good things that they accomplished as pleasing to God.

Having a plan for prayer is impressed to the girls with explanations of the Morning Offering, Daily Prayers, The Rosary, and A Night Examination of Conscience. Girls Rock! ends with "A Girl Like Me which is a biography of St. Gianna Beretta Molla.

Modern and Modest and Girls Rock! could not have come at a better time for today's girls who are bombarded by an onslaught of confusing messages from the culture and their peers. It's a good idea to get these books into the hands of all young girls when they are open and interested. The All Things Girl series places the building blocks of prayer and virtue all throughout the pages of these lovely books to aid our young girls during their formative and impressionable years. They teach them the importance of protecting their God-given natural beauty -- their souls, as well as their bodies -- temples of the Holy Spirit, while encouraging them to turn to God in all things. These books are sure to help ensure today's girls a promising and grace-filled tomorrow.

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Reviewer, Donna-Marie Cooper O'Boyle [...]

best series for tweens!
My daugther is 11, we bought her first book in this series when she was 10.She loves them! They are wonderful books who help girls navigate this crazy world with sound moral values. The Catholic faith is expressed throughout the books. My daughter reads them and always brings things to my attention. She uses them like reference guides for her life, refering back to them often. I highly recommend these books for all girls. I wish they had them when I was young. They are also a great starting point for parents and children to have further discussions about certain topics. They are the best!

Would not recommend this book series
I had intended to use them with my 9 1/2 and 8 1/2 year old daughters. While I expected some of the material to be older, I figured it would be appropriate to speak of most of it early. I consider myself careful, but not overly-sheltering. The books start out with the same information printed on the first five to 10 pages...they mention that we are children of God, the girls are princesses, etc. Nice beginning...we were a little disappointed that they repeated so much..with so few pages, our expectation was new material.) To help you understand the series, the first book, Friends, Boys and Getting Along continues on to classify girls...no kidding...here is a list..."Snooty Susie, Loose Lipped Lisa, Jenedict Arnold, Cruel Kelly, Penny the Pouter, Jealous Josie, Oblivious Olivia, Studious Sarah, Cute Katie, Pompous Polly, Emo Emily, Boyish Brenda". It goes on to show that each type of girl has redeeming qualities, but I can see where it might make some girls question if they are a little "less cool" because they don't spend a fortune on their clothes. Further, a couple of these classifications describe many normal, sweet girls and could actually cause them to wonder if other girls don't like them. I felt that I could talk through all of that with the kids, so I let that go. The message was still okay. The section in that book on boys was extremely brief, and really did not offer much wisdom or advice. I don't believe it should have been listed in the title.

The part of the series that made me jump out of my skin, was the saint story in the Modern and Modest book. The story talks about how Maria Goretti lost her dad, and how she, her mother and her siblings moved in with another family. It says that a 20 year old man in the house repeatedly tried to molest the preteen Maria. It does show that she refused, but it insinuates that she put up with his sexual molestation attempts to make things easier for her mom....I gathered from the story that she didn't tell her mom, and the story made that seem like a heroic sacrifice. I didn't think this was a helpful message for any young lady. (While I know we could look for other material about this saint, this story is a stand-alone when your daughter tries to read it in this book.) Anyway, the story later described in amazingly graphic detail how he tried to rape her. It described the attempted rape and murder so well, that I could actually picture it. I am sure that there is a lot of good in these books, but for me, there WAS NOT a lot of new and helpful information...there was just a lot to explain.

What a find!
What a find! I had been looking for a good Catholic resource for my daughters who are all interested in fashion, beauty tips, media, friends, etc., but there wasn't anything out there until the All Things Girl series. These books are truly a treasure my girls love! Not only because they contain current topics, but also they contain solid Catholic teachings on dignity, vocation, saints, virtues and a plan girls can implement for their prayer life. Each book is beautifully designed with lots of color, quizes, ideas for projects, and an examination of conscience related to the topic of the book. These books are a must for every Catholic girl!

All Things Girl, sadly.... mostly fluff
My sisters and I (ages 15, 13 and 10) eagerly awaited the arrival of these books.As we received each one, we became more and more saddened.While they would contain a few sentences of the beauty of the Church's teachings, they would quickly switch to fluff topics.For example, we had hoped to hear more on how your inner beauty is much more important than your physical.With such beauty, why do you need to use so much makeup or any at all?The beauty book (and the modern and modest) gives many very detailed makeup tips, (lip liner, lip stick, lip gloss, TONS of eye makeup, mascara, blush,concealer, foundation, powder, etc, etc, etc.).I do not personally think that makeup is a bad thing and certainly is not sinful, but I was hoping that they wouldn't put such an importance on the need for it.The book seemed to promote the draw into vanity (and not how to combat it) which is so promoted by our current secular world. They do say some things like you don't need designer clothing, etc. but that was pretty much it.I suppose I see how they were trying to bridge the ever widening gap between our Christian world and the secular world, but I still think that they had a great opportunity here that they missed using.

The other books missed the mark for us too. In Friendship, Boys and Getting Along, they say that "going with" and "having a boyfriend," simply means that you like a boy.When they could have stressed more firmly about waiting to date, they simply say that going places alone or having boy/girl parties are for high school.While this is a common take on dating, what about the virtue building possibilities here of not stressing such an importance on feeling that one must date in high school or even earlier?While the authors often have some good things that are character building, they just as often turn back to the secular view.The other sad thing about this book in particular is how they slam boys, saying that they just don't get "it." Also, that when you are ready to have a rational conversation, they are still doing silly things like playing with legos.

They seem to be constantly contradicting themselves, for instance, they say that makeup should be modest (that you shouldn't look like you have makeup on) and then they give 7 very detailed steps on how to apply all the various kinds of makeup that if followed would not look natural. And the aforementioned dating problem where they say that dating and courtship should be kept until you're ready to find a husband and then say that having a boyfriend and "going" with a boy should be saved as something to look forward to in high school (or younger).

They do have a few redeeming factors, they talk about your dignity as a daughter of the King (the same intro is repeated in every book) and about how your situation does not affect your dignity. Also, they have some prayers, good saint stories, and an examination of conscience in each book (these are not thorough, as they only cover the sins contained in the subject of the book, i.e., friendship).They try to give advice about friendship, clothing and hairstyles, although again they are mainly secular and sometimes rather obvious.

The manners book (All Things Girl, Mind Your Manners) is probably the best book, although you could probably get a much better book on manners somewhere else.They have place settings, a fun page about manners around the world, church manners, and other general etiquette.
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If you can't keep up with all there is to read, then relax. The compilers of Lists to Live By have sifted through all the information that is not read, not understood, not believed, and not significant -- and what remain are eighty essential, powerful, and easy-to-read lists for people who want to live a smart life. If you read them, use them, and live them, you will become successful where it really matters -- family, friendship, health, finance, business, wisdom and faith. ... Read more

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Simple truths from JPII's Theology of the Body and Mulieris Dignitatem are used to develop virtures amidst every young girl's concern for fashion, beauty, and friends.This series of books helps each girl discover the unique privilege and call upon her life in God's kingdom.She will learn that she is a princess and how saying "yes" to God's plan for her life can change the face of the world forever!The books proivde guidance along with fun quizzes, tips, and stories and are meant to enforce the role of parents as the primary educator of their children. ... Read more

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All Things Girl
The entire series of books are truly a benefit to parents and their tweens and teens. There is peer pressure and society standards that are not in line with wanting to live a moral life. These books are fun and interactive. They provide needed tools and tips on how to talk to your kids about what it is like to grow up in today's society while trying to maintain a Christian lifestyle. These are the parent manuals we are not given when they hand our babies to us at the hospital.

One Good Book Leads to Another
We came across the boys book "All Things Guy: A Guide to Becoming a Man that Matters" through William Donohue's magazine, "The Catalyst."That great write up led us to the boys book which in turn led us to this wonderful series for our girls!Although the boy's book is one larger book and is black and white, the girl's books are in a fun series with great color and graphics but with the same overall theme: It is fun and exciting and a blessing to be a Catholic kid!Each book in the girl's series has some of the same information but we figured that is because not everyone will buy all the books and the information is too important to be left out.For instance each of the first couple of pages talks about dignity of person and that each girl is a daughter of the King.Each book also has a saint and helps the girls learn how to have a rewarding prayer life from a very young age.To keep costs down we bought the series for our girls to share but then bought them each their own journal.The books are rotating around and each girl is busy writing in her journal and keeping track of her prayer life.We were quite excited to find out that these books are now a series on Catholic television (EWTN) and will all be watching with books in hand with great anticipation for some more fun and learning.

All Things Guy: A Guide to Becoming a Man that Matters
All Things Girl: Truth for Teens

All Things Girl Books Are a Breath of Fresh Air
Author and syndicated Catholic talk show host, Teresa Tomeo, teamed up with Molly Miller, and Monica Cops, putting their heads and hearts together to come up with a breath of fresh air for today's young girls.

Their series, All Things Girl, published by Bezalel Books includes 6 titles, two of which are: Girls Rock! and Modern and Modest . The series speaks about the dignity at the heart of every girl created in the image and likeness of God and does it in a very fun and appealing way. The books are generous in size and filled with colorful and attractive designs to capture a young girl's attention.

Modern and Modest is a delightful and eye-catching 59 pages and is just the book we'd love to see in every young girl's hands. The authors cover every relevant subject for girls from being a Godly girl and turning away from the media's portrayal of the culture's expectations and enticements and turning toward Jesus and the Church instead, to fashion and fabrics and what modesty really means, how to be modern and modest at the same time, as well as an overview of virtues and how they apply to living as a girl in our world today. Pope John Paul II's Theology of the Body and Feminine Genius teachings are woven through in an uncomplicated understandable way. All topics discussed in Modern and Modest illustrate to girls that they can be very modern and cool yet pleasing to God in their modesty which is consistently explained in a simple yet contemporary manner.

In addition to suggesting ways to come up with a "family media plan" regarding the computer use, TV and movie viewing, this book encourages girls to look up to parents in topics such as "Daddy's Little Girl" and "Look to Mom." Amusing personality quizzes are sprinkled throughout the book. As well, make up and fragrance discussions, goals to achieve, and prayers to be included in a plan for life are all blended together in a delightful mix which is just right for our young growing girls. A story about St. Maria Goretti ends the book on a note to enhance the book's message of purity and dignity.

Girls Rock! is another very charming book for young girls by the same trio of women authors. Tastefully written, Girls Rock! covers many pertinent topics of interest to today's young girls in 52 pretty pages. This book, like the other, weaves Church teachings with practical tips for everyday life; giving girls the tools to navigate life in the twenty first century. Subjects are discussed in a very appealing manner. Feminism is compared to femininity, there are brief biographies of some great women throughout history, as well as a selection of Catholic woman today including Mother Angelica, Blessed Teresa of Calcutta, and Dorothy Day.

Girls Rock! explains the various vocations available to women. Positive goals are discussed to help girls persevere each day amid the messages contrary to the faith from the media. Fun games and quizzes and crafts are sprinkled throughout the book. One suggested project idea is to make a time capsule. Another is to start a family tree.

Girls can learn how to examine their consciences by turning to page 45. Some questions for girls to ask themselves when examining their conscience are suggested, such as: "Am I lazy? Do I finish what I started? Am I quitter? Do I give myself generously to others? Do I pray to God for light to see my vocation clearly? Do I use the traits of my personality to make a difference in my family, school and the parish?" Their virtues are also affirmed and the girls are encouraged to see the good things that they accomplished as pleasing to God.

Having a plan for prayer is impressed to the girls with explanations of the Morning Offering, Daily Prayers, The Rosary, and A Night Examination of Conscience. Girls Rock! ends with "A Girl Like Me which is a biography of St. Gianna Beretta Molla.

Modern and Modest and Girls Rock! could not have come at a better time for today's girls who are bombarded by an onslaught of confusing messages from the culture and their peers. It's a good idea to get these books into the hands of all young girls when they are open and interested. The All Things Girl series places the building blocks of prayer and virtue all throughout the pages of these lovely books to aid our young girls during their formative and impressionable years. They teach them the importance of protecting their God-given natural beauty -- their souls, as well as their bodies -- temples of the Holy Spirit, while encouraging them to turn to God in all things. These books are sure to help ensure today's girls a promising and grace-filled tomorrow.

To learn more about the books, [...].

Reviewer, Donna-Marie Cooper O'Boyle is a wife, mother of five, author, catechist, journalist, EWTN host, and Lay Missionary of Charity is the author of "Catholic Prayer Book for Mothers," "The Heart of Motherhood: Finding Holiness in the Catholic Home," and "Prayerfully Expecting: A Nine-Month Novena for Mothers To Be" (with foreword by Blessed Teresa of Calcutta). All were endorsed by Blessed Teresa and blessed by Pope John Paul II. Her latest books are "Catholic Saints Prayer Book," "The Domestic Church: Room By Room: A Mother's Study Guide," and "Grace Café: Serving Up Recipes for Faithful Mothering." They are available through her website: [...] and she offers daily inspiration at her blogs: "Daily Donna-Marie: A Dose of Inspiration", "Embracing Motherhood," "Moments of Inspiration with Your Favorite Saints" and "View from the Domestic Church." Her work can be seen in several magazines and Catholic websites. Her forthcoming books are: "Mother Teresa and Me: Ten Years of Friendship" and "The Heart of Catholicism."

All Things Girl Series a Modern Modem for Reaching Catholic Girls
This great series of books gives Sound teaching to your growing girl.It's tough growing up, especially in this day of cliques, bullying, and cyber challenges.But these books encourage your daughter to live out her beautiful God given dignity through female saint stories, fun projects, modest fashion tips, topic appropriate examination of conscience, and Catholic teachings.Keep up the good work~!

Being a Girl...A gift from God!
I purchased all but 2 of the books in the series for my 3 girls (and a Godchild) for Christmas and they (and I)love them. The last 2 books,which weren't out when I bought the others, I'm looking to get soon.

The books are easy reading, colorful and full of words to live by. "just be who God made you out to be and you'll be powerful, indeed." You don't need to look a certain way, wear certain brand of clothes...just be you! That is a very important message for girls these days when the media is telling you other things to be happy. Knowing you are loved by God and to live by the virtues...everything is in these books. I wished these were around when I was young. They are truly Priceless! ... Read more

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This digital document is an article from Radical Teacher, published by Center for Critical Education, Inc. on March 22, 2010. The length of the article is 740 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: Teaching about and in Israel.(News for Educational Workers)
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This comprehensive reference by a noted costume authority traces the evolution of clerical attire through the centuries until the end of the 1400s.Vestments depicted and discussed include the simple alb, pallium, chasuble, cassock, surplice, mitre, and accessories such as footwear, crosses, headgear, rings, and gloves. Highly readable and handsomely illustrated, this volume is an indispensable reference for students, scholars, cultural historians, and costume designers. Unabridged republication of the classic 1950 edition. Introduction. Authorities Quoted. Brief Historical Data. Index. 276 black-and-white illustrations. 8-page color insert.
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Church Vestments: Their Origin and Development
This is a wonderful little book that explains how vestments came about, with chapters that cover everything from the alb, to the chasuble and even the mitre (the hats bishops wear).For example, why do priests wear stoles?As it turns out, that's from Roman and Greek times during the first century when nobles wore stolas that were used as wear-all-day napkins of a sort - who would have thought?Or when did chasubles come about?Apparently all the common folk used to wear these in the first century, and then later priests continued to wear them as a sign of humility and simplicity, and later as a uniform of sorts so others would recognize them.

Although there is no specific information about modern vestments - i.e. how they are made, fabrics they are made out of, etc. - this is still a great book if you're wondering how all those parts of a vestment set came about.Very easy to read, I thought, and quite interesting.

good resource for historical biblical garb
Good resource for historical biblical garb and for learning the proper names of the garments.

Missing something...
Like all of Norris's books (that I know of, anyway), all works of art are reproduced by hand rather than as photos, so they should be taken with a grain of salt, as usual.He meticulously goes through the various pieces of liturgical garments.

On the other hand, having purchased the book to help me with a historical nun costume, I was disappointed to find almost nothing - just one picture and a few sentences that I could find.

church vestments
This book describes in detail the history of church vestments and their origin in detail.It can be very helpful for church research. ... Read more

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Title: The fetishist next door: the all-American appeal of Bettie Page.
Author: Greg Beato
Publication: Reason (Magazine/Journal)
Date: August 1, 2007
Publisher: Reason Foundation
Volume: 39Issue: 4Page: 61(4)

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Moralists have raged throughout history against various fashions for being too short, too long, too tight, too loose or too costly. Highlighting the times when choice of dress was a moral minefield, this enlightening and entertaining book looks at fashion extremes over the centuries, from the sexual display of the codpiece through to corsets, crinolines and décolletage.

Providing a sharp and humorous look at the outright risqué as well as the grotesquely exaggerated and even the repulsive, Ribeiro shows how dress has functioned variously as a vehicle of righteousness or turpitude and as an expression of sexuality, class or social status. In 747 St Boniface deemed wide stripes and scarlet borders to incite lust and ruination of the soul. Well over a millennium later immodest dress ranked high in Jesuit Father Bernard Vaughan’s book on the sins of society. Medical practitioners once labelled the v-necked top, now a standard style, ‘the pneumonia neckline’. Was it the force of society or sheer vanity of fashion that drove women to wear sleeves the size of balloons? Are sexual boundaries between dress worn by men and women diminishing? What morals still bind us to our Judeo-Christian heritage and lead us to express ourselves through appearances?

Lavishly illustrated and packed with countless thought-provoking quotes, Dress and Morality is an in-depth exploration of the comical vanities and social etiquettes associated with dress in the past. At last here is the much-anticipated updated edition of this classic book.
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fascinating topic but....
I am extremely intereted in the relationshiop between morality and dress and was immediately drawn to this book.Costume has been used throughout the ages to advertise social status, distinguish genders, and as a reaction to current politics, and has therefore always been controversial.However, Ribeiro has made this incendiary topic extremely dry, perpetually refering to moralists' problems with the fashions of their times without connecting the issues of decency to anything: politics, cultural issues, etc.The inclusion of more specific fashion scandals-their causes and results-- would have made this a far more enjoyable and poignant read as well.This book is a decent chronology of sumtuary laws, but it's missing a theme more coherent than "moralists had a problem with all types of clothing at some time." ... Read more

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What woman doesn't need a break once in a while? With multitasking and the rush of modern living, indulging in "me" time is hard. The Elemental Spa makes it easy. Away from electronic screens and being constantly "wired," it offers a break from the "noise" and an opportunity to breathe, rebalance the mind, body, and spirit--and reinvigorate the senses, Nature's way. With the luxurious components in this kit, representing the four elements of nature--fire, water, earth, & air--moments of pure pleasure and harmony await you! ... Read more

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The Treasures of the Heart series are fast-paced contemporary romance adventure novels. The stories follow three grown siblings who grow in their understanding of God and overcome obstacles to find lasting love and romance. (Books #1 and #2 were formerly titled The Treasure of Timbuktu and The Treasure of Zanzibar) ... Read more

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Romancejunkie
Another Catherine Palmer success!Another member of this quirky family was introduced.The suspese and romance mix was great!This showed the love of God can touch even the biggest skeptic.

Okay
I was really looking forward to reading this book, having already read the first two and it was a huge let down. The story seemed to drag out and I couldn't really get involved in the story line at all. The first book about Tillie and Graham was much better and was the best book of the whole series. I would still read Catherine Palmer books but, this is one that I would not read again. I would LOVE to read a book about Fiona Thornton though. I want to hear her story. Why she hides herself away etc.

A Touch of Betrayal
This was the first Catherine Palmer book I read and I loved it.It is a wonderful story full of adventure and romance.I found myself not wanting to put it down.Ms. Palmer brings the characters to life and you find yourself feeling a part of their world.The message of Christ is developed through the faith of the characters and the story shows how important a witness through example in all aspects of life can bring others to "surrender".If you like suspence, adventure, romance and an element of surprise - I highly recommend this book. ... Read more

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Men: Some Assembly Required takes women on a hilarious journey into the inner workings of men's minds. This fun-to-read resource will help women understand their man and why God made him that way. Plus, it gives the encouragement that most men can be "assembled" into people who are caring and sensitive. ... Read more

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This is an endeavor by the well-known religious scholar to reason the Divine Command to the modest dress from the traditional Islamic point of view using as sources the Quran, the Sunnah, and commentators of the various Muslim sects. ... Read more

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In July 1995 the Department of Egyptian Antiquities, British Museum, London, organized a major colloquium on burial customs in Roman Egypt with particular emphasis on the use of life-like mummy portraits. This work contains 21 papers, consituting the majority of the proceedings and other relevant papers. The papers are wide ranging, covering the reasons behind the development of mummy portraits, both religious and social, and the society from which they emerged, as well as the artistic techniques employed. New discoveries on the archaeological background of the portraits and associated funerary masks are presented from archival sources and recent excavations. Advances in the conservation of the portraits and the scientific analysis of the portraits and the bodies of the portrait subjects are also outlined. ... Read more

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Does that sound impossible?  In Organizing for the Spirit, organizing expert Sunny Schlenger demonstrates how the “stuff” of our lives—the objects that fill our homes and offices, as well as how we manage our time (whether we are productive or procrastinating)—offers clues to what we really value in life.  With simple and practical exercises, Sunny guides you through a step-by-step process to take stock of your life, clearly identify what really matters, and then use that clarity about values and priorities as a guide to organize both your physical environment and your time.  The result is a life of meaning and harmony—in the office, the studio, the home, and beyond.  Organizing for the Spirit is nothing less than a revolutionary guidebook for creating the life you were meant to live. ... Read more

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An inspiring read!
"Organizing for the Spirit" is a wonderfully insightful and inspiring book! Not only does Sunny Schlenger help me organize the clutter but she also reminds me that to be able to continue to give of myself to my family and my community that it is absolutely necessary to take care of my spirit by focusing on those things that bring joy into my life. She energizes me to rediscover my dreams that have been lost under my list of to do's and provides meaningful exercises to help me work towards those dreams. I find Sunny's book to be a helping hand in guiding me towards my inner happiness. A book to be re-visited when my spirit starts to wilt and needs a little nourishment!

Not useful
Perhaps the author is a better speaker than she is a writer and perhaps her workshops are more inspiring and insightful than her books?Unfortunately this book was neither informative nor inspiring. It consists of rambling remeniscenses about the author's life, which seem unrelated to what the author supposedly set out to do (to make the details of your life meaningful and manageable).She rehashes cliches and clobbers us over the head with heavy-handed metaphors.Ugh.The only thing that could have saved this book was better editing , which would have left you with 1 page of material that was worth reading (the exercise of walking through your home and assessing what you love and what you don't).There are far better books than this, using far better exercises to help you discover what you love, what your values are etc.Don't waste your money or your time on this one!

Good Reading
If you're searching to improve your outlook and get insight, this is a great book.It's written in an interesting manner and is very easy to read.The author brings up alot to think about.

Great wisdom Workable solutions
Organizing for the Spirit is a good book for the small pieces of wisdom one finds throughout the book that challenge the reader like in Chapter 2 where one finds the suggestion that we enter our place of resident as if a visitor. Then quietly survey the surroundings and ask oneself what the space tells about the person who lives here.And then ask oneself what does one want to project when a visitor enters?

Does ones space tell what you want?Then the author asks the reader to check off from a list what do you value most today?Some of the choices are Adventure, Affection, Autonomy, Challenge, Change, Community, Competence, Contribution, Creativity,Effectiveness...Happiness, Health, Integrity, Location... Privacy, Religion, Security, Wisdom.

Her Organizing As Self Discovery is good because it challenges the reader to savour going thru things and choosing what really matters, as well as becoming self disciplined and actually finishing some unfinished projects that you really wanted and want to do, and the sense of accomplishment one gets from becoming refocused.Maybe this is why Spring Cleaning is so invigorgating to me.

One of my favorite books is Write It Down Knowing What You Want and Getting It by Henriette Anne Klauser where she suggests keeping a journal. Same with Sunny Schlenger the author of this good book Organizing for the Spirit.She notes in Pat Attention Through Writing A Column 'Writing a column is a good exercise for sensitizing you to the present moment and enabling you to look at things with a fresh eye. It doesn't matter if you think you can't write. The purpose is to find something --anything--that piques your interest and then explore your thoughts and feelings on the subject'.I prefer a journal myself, but writing ones thoughts down daily permits a person to fine tune what they really want from what they think they want, over weeks and months.

Her Living In Procrastinationlandreminds me of another book I appreciate The Procrastinator's Handbook: Mastering the Art of Doing It Now by Rita Emmett. Procrastination is one if not the main reason people end up with such a cluttered life. Cluttered home, cluttered life.

Her Redeveloping Frontier Values is excellent because the author reminds the reader that (page 122) 'Todayskids don't get to see the relationship between what they do to help their family and the intrinsic value of that contribution. For excample, if you went out and milked the family cow, you were able to put food on the family table. When you tended a garden, you did the same. If you built a drinking trough for the family horse, or put tar in the chinks of the log cabin roof, or sewed a dress, there was a visible connection between your efforts and the service that was provided'. This is something I wish more parents today would realize. Especially those who give their kids everything materially, since I believe children want boundaries and a sense of purpose which helping out at home provides.

Also appreciate the authors views on giving to others, because some of the best years in this country (USA) were pre 1990's when people were more involved in community groups as volunteers helping others.Every religion I have studied have some belief that its more blessed to give and that in giving we are blessed.

Organizing Benefits
We've seen so many de-cluttering and organizing books over the last five years that you wouldn't think there was room for anything new.Yet, Sunny Schlenger's Organizing for the Spirit is a breath of fresh air.

Schlenger has always taken a different approach, promoting that each individual has his own organizing style and needs.Her new book helps you take stock of all aspects of your life, identify what really matters, and then set priorities. For example, you end up knowing what your stuff means to you, how it helps or hinders you, and what you can do to make that stuff be part of your personal development.

An easy read, "Organizing for the Spirit is about achieving harmony between our inner and outer selves," says the author. ... Read more