Name:
ABIGAIL CHARLOTTE GRACE SMITH
ABIGAIL CHARLOTTE GRACE SMITH
Age: 19
1. Have you read Helen Andelin's book "The Fascinating Girl"? What were your first impressions?
Yes, I have. It was a really interesting read. Once I had read the first chapter I couldn't wait for the next! I like a book that you can't put down.
2. What did you learn from her? Do you feel more feminine after reading it?
3. Are you more of a 'princessy' type girl or a 'Tom-Boy'?
4. What advice would you give girls who are not very girly but are trying to be?
5. What advice would you give a girl who is too girly?
6. What have you done to become more feminine?
7. What are your favourite and least favourite things about being a girl?
8. What are your views on girls wearing makeup, earrings and trousers, etc.?
9. Define 'Modesty'...
10. What do you think to wearing head coverings?
11. Would you rather," just get married" or have a big wedding? What's more important to you?
12. When do you think the role of a helpmeet begins?
13. What would you like to do when you're older?
14. Who has been a role model for you? (in a book, movie, real life?)
15. What top 5 things do you think should be on any girls priority list?
16. What are your opinions on Courtships, Engagements, Betrothals etc? What would you like?
17. What do you think most girls do but should avoid?
18. What things have really impacted your life? Experiences, lessons you've learned, anything!
19. What are your views on the purity balls, purity rings, Daddy/daughter dates etc.?
20. When/how did you get saved?
I got saved when I was 8 years old at my Grandparents house. My Grandma asked if I wanted to become a christian and then I said the words after her. I really felt a strong battle going on when I did this. Later on I had some terrible doubts as to whether I was really saved until God gave me assurance of Salvation. I still have doubts from time to time but John 6:37 is a really helpful verse.
I guess the main thing I learnt was how to be a 'real' woman. It was certainly a feminine book and now I feel like I know how to be more womanly.
I have definitely been more of a 'Tom-boy' for most of my life. Maybe it's the fact that I have so many brothers! Until I was about 14 I wouldn't wear pink. As time has passed I have become more girly, however, as most tom-boys do.
4. What advice would you give girls who are not very girly but are trying to be?
I would say read the book! It was written for you. Try out some of the advice in there and it should really help.
5. What advice would you give a girl who is too girly?
I'm not exactly sure what 'too girly' is but I'm guessing it is being scared to try new things and being a bit babyish. There's nothing wrong with being girly if you're a girl, but maybe you need to get out there a bit more and don't be afraid to try out some 'boyish' things like football once in a while. Also, I'm sure most girls are afraid of things like spiders but you don't have to break lightbulbs with your screaming and hide behind the sofa if you see one!
6. What have you done to become more feminine?
I have tried to be more feminine in my dress. Behaviour is another thing I'm working on. I've actually found that when I dress in a feminine way it helps me to behave so as well!
7. What are your favourite and least favourite things about being a girl?
My favorite things are: that if you are around 'real' gentlemen they will treat you nicely. I've always loved the 'ladies first' rule. Boys carry heavy things for you and do the dirty jobs. I love cooking!
Some of the negative things are: Some boys think girls are inferior; Girls are weaker than guys but it doesn't mean we are 'weak'. Also, guys don't seem to have to deal with the emotional troubles we women have.
8. What are your views on girls wearing makeup, earrings and trousers, etc.?
I would say there's nothing wrong with any of those things in themselves but it's important not to go to excess and be modest with how you dress. I personally don't wear makeup or earrings but I don't see anything wrong with other people wearing them. Some girls tend to go 'overboard' with their makeup though, which I think makes them look worse! Concerning trousers, I personally like to wear long tops with them. I think it's important for all girls to have their own dress code and not wear anything that is purposely immodest.
Wow. There are so many ways people define modesty! I do NOT think being modest is being shapeless and boring. My personal definition is: Not wearing tops which reveal too much (low cut tops etc.) or tops or trousers which are too tight (leggings?) unless a long top is worn. Modesty is such a hard term to define since there are so may views on it that it is impossible to find a universal definition. I would say to anyone who isn't sure what is modest or not to think about WHY they are wearing something and to look to the Bible which gives some excellent advice on modesty. If you are a christian you should want to please God in your dress as well as every other area of your lives.
I think wearing head coverings all the time is unnecessary. What people wear in church is up to them. The Bible seems to suggest that women do not have to wear head coverings, as their hair is given for a covering (1 Corinthians 11:15). However people have so many different views that it gets confusing. I don't think people should judge other people for wearing/not wearing head coverings but every man should be persuaded in his own mind' 'for whatsoever is not of faith is sin'.
Just getting married definitely. There is something special about a simple wedding if the bride and groom love each other. Sometimes all the showy stuff can detract from what is really important.
As soon as you are married. Eve was specifically made to be a helpmeet for Adam. I think you can start preparing to be a helpmeet right now though, by allowing God to shape your character and helping others in practical ways.
I would like to get married, and have as many children as God blesses me with. I'd like to live on my own land growing my own produce, and I would love to build my own house. I also wouldn't mind moving around rather than staying in the same place if God wanted me to travel to different places.
There seems to be so few godly women role models, but there are certainly some. In books I have some like Gladys Aylward and Maria Taylor who served God in other lands. My main role model who I knew was my Grandpa because he was such a lovely christian and he really cared about other people.
I don't have a clue!!!
I really like the idea of courtships because that way both families are involved and have an opinion, which I think they should in such an important relationship. The couple can safely get to know each other with them around. I once heard someone say that when you agree to marry someone you are also marrying their family! I think it's true. I also like the idea of not holding hands until you are engaged and having your first kiss on your wedding day because that way it helps avoid sin and it makes it really special knowing you have saved yourself just for them.
It seems like a lot of girls are pressurised into getting boyfriends as soon as they're old enough; if they don't have one they are 'weird'. This can lead to multiple boyfriends and breakups. I think it's important for girls to save themselves for that 'one person' and only get a boyfriend with the purpose of marriage.
God has definitely impacted my life in a big way. I wouldn't be who I am today with out Him. Also my family has been a big impact on my life. I have quite a 'big' family compared to most which has certainly taught me patience! There are numerous other people who I have come into contact with who have influenced me as well. It's not just people; sermons, music, travels and other experiences have influenced me. A recent time of illness has helped me to think about what's really important.
I don't know much about that kind of stuff but if getting a ring from your Dad means you are 'married' to him before you meet your husband then that is totally the wrong idea.
I got saved when I was 8 years old at my Grandparents house. My Grandma asked if I wanted to become a christian and then I said the words after her. I really felt a strong battle going on when I did this. Later on I had some terrible doubts as to whether I was really saved until God gave me assurance of Salvation. I still have doubts from time to time but John 6:37 is a really helpful verse.
21. How many are in your family? Would you like to have a big family one day?
There are 9 in our family altogether, including my parents. I would love to have a big family as well .
Being the oldest has been great. I have got to hold every one of my brothers and sisters when they were babies! As for only having brothers for 12 years, I didn't really notice. I was having so much fun. I wouldn't trade my brothers for anyone else, although they can be annoying sometimes! The only thing I wish I could have had is a brother or sister nearer my age. I didn't have a sibling until I was 4 years old, and as I got older I missed not having someone who was nearer my age. If I get married and have children I want to have them quite close together so they're not lonely.
Nope. Basic education is important like being able to read and write fluently and being good at Maths, but you don't need a University degree to be a wife or mother! I don't think it is wrong for a woman to get a good education however, if they're not married yet, but they shouldn't put it before getting married.
All the time! I love Bible names and sometimes I find a character or name in the Bible and I think 'I want to call one of my children that name'.
25. Name a few of your favourite Bible verses and passages...
Esther is my favorite book of the Bible. My favorite verse is Romans 8:28. I even have it in my email address! It is so comforting to know that God is working out everything in my life for good.
Thank you so much, Abigail, for taking the time to answer all of my questions! It was so kind of you and your answers are absolutely fantastic! You did such a great job and I have a lot to learn from you. May God Bless you greatly!
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God Bless,
Charis Shepherd
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