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1 Peter 5:7

Gina — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 11:29:40 +0100

1 peter 5:7 says "Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you."
What joy and peace! How big are the burdens we try to bear on our own? When God's word tells us to "cast our cares on him" it is an invitation for us to lay down the burdens that are to us, in the words of Charles Spurgeon, "a staggering weight".
So many times I try and bear the burdens and cares of this world. And then I wonder, where has my peace gone? Where is my joy? Then I reRead More...

Hope

Gina — Sun, 11 Dec 2011 12:48:34 +0100

Romans 15:13
"Now the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, that ye may abound in hope, through the power of the Holy Ghost."
One of my favorite verses! I cling to these words when I feel that my efforts are small and not making a difference or when I feel that there is nothing I can do to help, change or have victory through a situation.
Believing God (not just believing in Him...but believing Him) fills me with joy and peace. &nbsRead More...

Shaggy Bob

Gina — Mon, 28 Nov 2011 02:57:43 +0100

The Shaggy Bob - A great look! A cross between the bob and a shag, this look works best for guests with fine to medium hair that has some natural texture. There is a natural beauty and casual feel to this look that I just love! If you don't have naturally textured hair and would love to try this style, remember; there are plenty of modern styling techniques and products to help you get the texture you might need to wear tRead More...

Giving Thanks

Gina — Sat, 26 Nov 2011 01:59:34 +0100

As most in our Country probably did, yesterday we gathered together with our family to observe Thanksgiving. Traditionally, in my husband's family, this is the one holiday that our entire family tries to attend. Although I haven't heard the final word on head count, it is rumored that yesterday we had between 114-125 family members along with additional friends for Thanksgiving dinner at my Mother and Father in-law's house!
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More blessed to give

Gina — Tue, 22 Nov 2011 00:56:05 +0100

What a great evening I had with my team last Friday evening! We had the honor and privilege of spending time at the Twinsburg Community Center helping serve Thanksgiving dinner to about 180 senior citizens. It was a blessing to be able to serve with my team and give back a little bit to the great community that supports us.
Many of those at the dinner thanked us for serving them. I have to say that it is us who want to say thank you for the service tRead More...

Grateful

Gina — Wed, 16 Nov 2011 02:00:46 +0100

I want to take a moment tonight and express my overwhelming gratitude for the team at laus Deo!
Right now I am sitting on the couch in the reception area of the salon. It's a nice view that I don't often get to sit and enjoy. Today has been a long day...but a great day! When I think back on everything that has taken place since the day began at 9am this morning, it might have been a week ago! There are always challenges in every day aRead More...

Prayer

Gina — Sat, 12 Nov 2011 17:09:09 +0100

This morning on my ride into work I was just blown away by the beauty of Fall. Today is one of those days that we wait all year for in Northeast Ohio! I know Winter is coming soon (we had our first snow yesterday!) but for now, I am content to enjoy this amazing day. This week I have been contemplating the amazing miracle of prayer. It is pretty remarkable that God hears our prayers - and answers them! I know it might not always be the anRead More...

Courage

Gina — Wed, 09 Nov 2011 18:45:40 +0100

Today I just want to say that I am honored in my profession to see so many courageous women. (Sorry guys...it's not that you're not brave too - but these women are amazing!)
Ladies...I think you know who you are. Stay strong in the Lord and He will give you the victory!
I am humbled and amazed at your courageous spirit. Your spirit that won't give up. Your spirit that pushes through the tough stuff in order to obtain the victory on the othRead More...

humbled

Gina — Tue, 08 Nov 2011 14:50:45 +0100

Have you ever had a day when words are not sufficient enough to express your thoughts? Today is one of those days for me! The one word that continues to come up for me today is humbled.

There is opportunity everyday in big or small ways to somehow make a positive difference for someone. If that is true, it also stands to reason that there is opportunity to make a negative difference for someone each day.
This is a large responsiRead More...

In the wait

Gina — Mon, 07 Nov 2011 01:52:16 +0100

Today my daughter and I had a great conversation about the times in our lives when we are "waiting". Sometimes we wait in anticipation of something good like a vacation, birthday or getting a new pet. In the waiting we can learn patience and sacrifice as we choose how we spend our time and money to get us closer to our goal. We also talked about times when we are seeking an answer through prayerRead More...

"Just Have Faith!"

Gina — Fri, 04 Nov 2011 10:40:17 +0100

If you are reading this than it is a guarantee that you have had difficulties in your life. None of us have a life that is trouble free. During trials, has anyone ever said to you "Just have faith!"? My guess is that most of us have heard or said these words to encourage one another. But where does that faith come from? What do we place our faith in?
Psalm 145:13 says "The Lord is faithful to all his promises and loving toward all he has made."
This verRead More...

Believe - you make a difference!

Gina — Thu, 03 Nov 2011 12:15:55 +0100

A small boy was walking along a beach at low tide, where countless starfish, having been washed up on the beach, were stranded and doomed to perish. A man watched as the boy picked up individual starfish and took them back into the water.
"I can see you're being very kind," said the watching man, "But there must be thousands of them; it can't possibly make any difference."
Returning from the water's edge, the boy said "It will for that one."
-author Unknown

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Inspiration

Gina — Thu, 31 Mar 2011 00:05:23 +0100

Ever wonder where inspiration comes from? I mean we can all point to things that inspire us...I get inspired by art, fashion, movies, music, nature, architecture, family, my work, etc., etc.

But...where and when does the initial spark become ignited? Why are we drawn to certain things that do inspire us? Why are we moved by a certain form of music or a specific type of artwork?

I am discovering that true inspiration comes Read More...

Intra Force

Gina — Mon, 28 Mar 2011 13:11:19 +0100

Just a note for anyone who does not live in this area and is looking for Redken's Intra Force.

You can go to the website at www.intraforce.com and there is a salon finder that will locate a salon in your area by your zip code.

Good luck and enjoy - we have had amazing feedback on this product!

blessings

gratitude

Gina — Mon, 21 Mar 2011 23:04:07 +0100

Each day brings occasion to be thankful for blessings given so freely. Some days the gratitude is overwhelming.

Today was a day of extreme gratitude. Not so much for anything that would be considered extraordinary to someone looking in....it was the celebration of what we love to do in the salon and seeing the passion of my team come alive in learning.

We are fortunate to have access to some great eductors through Read More...

Fine or thin hair? New! Intra Force by Redken

Gina — Mon, 28 Feb 2011 22:09:11 +0100

Here's a new solution by Redken!
Intra Force for fine or thinning hair.
Purify. Densify. Intensify.

Follow the link below and check out this 2 minute video to give yourself 30 days for fuller, healthier hair! Sign up there to receive your free 30 day supply...hurry quantities are limited!
http://www.intraforce.com/works/video

blessings

Our best friend

Gina — Fri, 28 Jan 2011 17:53:01 +0100

OK ladies...admit it! Hairspray may be our best friend when it comes to keeping our style and volume in place but when it comes to touchability and shine we may have had sacrifice in the past. No longer!!

Redken to the rescue! I absolutely LOVE the new hairspray collection by Redken. Beautiful hold, flexible styling capabilities - non-aerosol, aerosol...anything you haveRead More...

Modern Short

Gina — Thu, 27 Jan 2011 14:33:38 +0100

As the saying goes...."A picture speaks a thousand words!"

This beautiful, modern short shape was created by Zac Mascolo of Toni & Guy.

No words necessary

blessings

Intense Volume!

Gina — Wed, 26 Jan 2011 21:54:02 +0100

Here is an excellent example of a modern shape that has been exaggerated for editorial work! Check out the major volume in the front (we haven't seen that in a long time....remember "mall bangs"?!) As we have been talking about, trends will always borrow from the past and this style is a great play on volume we saw in the early 90's. What makes it "retro" instead of "vintage" which woulRead More...

Trend 2011

Gina — Fri, 21 Jan 2011 14:36:49 +0100

To understand why trends happen as the saying goes "You can't know where you're going unless you know where you've been." Look around right now at what you see in hair - what does it remind you of? Umm...longer in the back, shorter in the front...yes, the Mullet! Oh my...OK everyone take a deep breath, that's not to say we are going to see the business in front, party in the back look ever again...it's just to say that once a decade is 20 years old it starts to beRead More...