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To judge is “to form an opinion or conclusion about.” Straightforward, right? We need to form opinions and draw conclusions in order to make sense of our world. We do this every day. And yet, when I think of the word, there is an implied negativity. In particular, people often judge one another. We judge one another based on appearance, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, abilities (or lack of abilities) and we often cast aside those who look, act or speak differently than we do. We are judging others when we make assumptions about them. From Pirkei Avot we learn, “Do not judge your fellow until you have stood in his [her] place.” Much easier said than done for so many. “When you judge another, you do not define them, you define yourself.” ~ Wayne Dyer Judging one another may be our default, but it doesn’t have to be. Sign up here to be sure you never miss a post from Removing the Stumbling Block: This post is a part of the month-long series #BlogElul. The Jewish month of Elul, which precedes the High Holy Days, is traditionally a time of renewal and reflection. We look to begin the year with a clean slate, starting anew, refreshed. All month, along with others, I'll be blogging a thought or two for each day to help with the month of preparation...

It's actually quite a sad story. I haven't felt that sad, hurt, disappointed and confused for a long time, if at all ever. I met someone I was starting to really have true feelings for. This guy seemed to have it all and I was definitely falling in love with him. He said he was feeling the same way and so naturally he wanted his parents to meet me. I hadn't fallen this hard for a guy in a LONG time and I had never been so nervous to meet someone's parents. I'm really good with people and most parents I've met have easily liked me... so I knew I shouldn't be nervous. But I really liked this one... For three days I fretted over the perfect outfit to wear. How would I wear my hair? What shoes would go good with my outfit? I think I literally spent about 3 hours (triple the amount of time it normally takes me) showering, blow-drying my hair to perfection and making sure my make-up was perfect. The picture above was taken of Michael (name has been changed out of privacy) and me right before we were to meet his parents. Michael had repeatedly told me how much his mother would like me and how well we would get along. He described her has very friendly and good with people that I was most excited to meet her. We went to dinner and I was introduced to his parents but his mom didn't talk much. Anyways, we went on with the night and I didn't think much of it. Everybody has "off" days and maybe she just wasn't as chatty as Michael had described her to be. Sunday comes around and Michael had invited me over for General Conference (a televised portion of our church that happens semi-annually where we get to hear from our leaders.) After General Conference, Michael goes and talks to his dad about some business they had and I was left with his mom. I suddenly got really nervous. This was it. Either she likes me or she doesn't. It was clear from talking to her for 3 minutes that she already didn't like me. I racked my brain over every conversation we had ever had how on earth she could have a negative impression of me and could come up with nothing. She talks to me for a little bit, asking questions here and there but it was the first time I had felt uncomfortable in front of someone in a very long time. She didn't seem to care about me or the questions she was asking me. She seemed to be doing it because she had to. Later, when Michael was done talking business with his dad she asks if she can talk to him (Michael) privately for a moment. My heart sunk. I'm really good at reading people and their body language and it was clear from hers that she wasn't a fan of me. I hoped that I wasn't being paranoid and maybe she was talking to him about something else.... but something in the back of my head told me she was talking about me. I remember the last time I felt like that was in High School. When some friends would back stab another friend to get up higher on the food chain. That's why I hated High School.... it brought out the worst in people. Michael lives in Salt Lake and we were planning on making the 50 minute drive to Provo to introduce him to my family. I didn't wait long once we got into the car to ask the question, since it was burrowing away at my soul, "what did your mom say when she pulled you aside?" I asked, hoping I was just being paranoid. I wasn't.He let out a deep sigh and his honesty struck at my heart with the words, "She said she was concerned about your weight." Wow. Really? I had spent all that time trying to look perfect and be perfect to meet someone when it wouldn't have mattered??? My weight is why she doesn't like me? My heart felt like someone had just strapped a twenty pound weight to my left and right ventricular valves. I started asking him more questions hoping that he had stood up for me, but I found out that he barely had. To make a long story short, three days later Michael's mom came over and convinced him that a life with me was not what he would want... and then he broke up with me. That was the sole reason he broke up with me. That was it, his mother thought I was fat and it bothered her. That night and days following were some of the hardest I have ever experienced. It's still really really hard. I still really care about Michael and I'm still trying to work towards forgiving him and his mother. Sometimes it just takes time. Ironically, the same General Conference in which his mother pulled him aside about my weight was the one where I heard this quote, If I have one message to Michael's mom, it would be not to judge me because I sin differently from her. Just because I wear my flaws so the whole world can see them does NOT mean I'm not an amazing girl who would have loved your son with a love you would have only hoped for. As much as I would love to hate her... I don't. I feel sorry for her. And any girl Michael chooses to marry. And believe me... when I'm 80 pounds thinner I'll be smiling at you. And then, your son would only wish I was in his league.

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Every bride wants to look incredible on her wedding day. Beautiful dress, hair and of course flawless skin. Everything needs to be perfect, right? For us the most important thing is self-confidence. And if the make up is your ally in that, who are we to judge. First advice, is to think carefully about the specialist who will do your make up. This is probably the most photographed day in your life, so you want to look amazing. If you will do your make up yourself, see what you like, and try waterproof cosmetics. But if you still don`t know in what way you should go, we will as always be your little helpers and give you a few ideas for your perfect wedding make up. Find the best makeup artists in UK if you are in UK. Check out our wedding dresses collection, featuring everything from whimsical off-shoulder gowns to the bohemian gowns and princess dresses. Natural photo: www.arabiaweddings.com If you are not the girl who wears make up every day, then this look is right for you. Start with good primer, and prepare your skin for next steps. It will smooth out your skin and make your makeup last longer. Pick up foundation that will match with your skin tone and corrector for minor imperfections. You can refresh your face with creamy blush that will looks so fresh and natural, and highlight your eyes. Dark Lips photo: www.theweddingspecialists.net Elegant, sophisticated and statement, dark lips are making a big comeback. With such bold lips, you don`t need anything more. Red, purple or wine, it is up to you to choose. Smokey Eyes photo: www.tblook.com Super sexy and glamorous smokey eyes are great alternative to natural look. All you need is lip gloss or lipstick in natural shade. Pin up photo: bmodish.com Eye liner and red lipstick, is there more elegant and glamorous than that? How to achieve this look? First, you will need great foundation, this make up doesn`t allow mistakes. Draw your winged eyeliner and add your perfect shade of red. Glitter photo: www.cornwallmakeupartist.co.uk If you like to experiment with your make up, glitter will be your great friend. After you put eyeshadow, glitter easily dab to your eyelid. Take a look at our beautiful collection of pink flower girl dresses.

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