What Makes You Feel Beautiful?

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I asked myself this question and thought for sure I would come up with something like: a pedicure, a haircut, a new outfit. But when I really, truly, honestly examine what makes me feel beautiful, it's sweat, in a manner of speaking. Coming in after an afternoon of cross country skiing, my hair matted down from my hat, sweaty wool socks marking the floor, I feel great. No, more than great, beautiful! Don't get me wrong, I'm not an exercise freak. I believe in it, I just can't seem to stick with a program. But I have to admit that hiking, swimming, biking, . . . that is what makes me feel competent, capable, strong. Aren't those the things that make us feel beautiful?
Sara, Blaine, MN - February Winner

Feeling beautiful for me is squeezing into my faded blue jeans, donning my muddy barn boots and bringing warm grain to my three horses, who greet me as I walk the path to the barn with their welcoming nicker hello.
Susan, Northfield, MN

A beauty secret of mine is green tea. Whether I drink green tea or take the supplements, I feel that it gives me the energy, life and look that I am striving for each day. A few years ago I turned 40, and although I love my age, some days I don't have the energy or look I desire. I feel that the natural effects of green tea give me the inner and outer boost I need.
Patty - Chanhassen, MN

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02/07/08