I am a typical Mommy that performs so many tasks that opted me to rarely read books. Before, during my teenage years, I read a lot of books. I don't know the reason why but when I got Sarah Lahbati's book I immediately got the urged to read it. Maybe because of her being a Mom just like me. I am curious to know about her motherhood experiences, or maybe I just missed reading books.
Reading Sarah Lahbati's book entitled "TRUE BEAUTY: How to Glam Your Life Inside and Out" gave me some understanding and realization about being a woman and of course about life. With that understanding and realization I've learned 3 things of which I am going to share with you as you read this blog.

1. "My Parents were there every step of the way during my pregnancy. Here are photos of them with me at the hospital prior to my giving birth". (Chapter 7 under Mommy Matters page 87 to 88)

I do relate with this passage from her book because of my 2 labor and giving birth my husband was not with me or beside me. Well, for the reason that his work area is out of town that would really takes time going to where I'm giving birth. It was great that my Parents were always there when I gave birth to my handsome children. Just like Sarah, I am very thankful to have my Parents, despite of some circumstances, they are still there that I can hold on to.

2. Fashion should be a personal thing. Don't be obsessed about following all the newest trends. "Kung anong bagay sa iyo at kaya ng budget mo, stick to that". (chapter 4 under Personal and Practical page 40 )

Happy to hear it from her. I didn't expect that a woman on stature can say things like that since she is into fashion and a showbiz personality. But thank you for giving that inspiring message. We do believe that most of us want to be "in" fashion regardless of the status in life. But for me, be simple and be true to yourself. Not all trendy fashion matches your personality, wear what fits you as long as it is affordable and your comfortable.

3. You have the power to do anything. Just put your mind and heart into it. "Yung mga pangarap mong feeling mo hind mo kayang ma-achieve, matutupad ang mga yon! Basta maganda ang iyong hangarin, basta wala kang natatapakan o nasasaktan, at basta maging masipag ka, tutulungan ka ng Diyos". ( Chapter 11 Love Yourself page 126

For me this is a very powerful message and the topic is very appropriate at this time. Good thing that Sarah placed this passage on the last part/ chapter of the book.It is much easier to put into mind. All of the things that happens and happening to you all boils down to one thing, you loving yourself more than anything else. I will definitely keep it my mind. I have a lot dreams for myself and for my family. Yes, I will hold on to it and never hurt anyone in achieving my dreams. And have faith that God is always there to guide me and help me in all my endeavors.
Thank you so much Sarah Lahbati for your inspiring book, because of that, I will start reading again lots of inspiring books just like yours. And hopefully you could have your 2nd book. For sure I will have one of it and read it as well and I'll wait for that.

Mommies, if you want to know more about the book of Sarah Lahbati, just read HERE .