Yolanda's 'TRU Beauty' Makeover Story

Yolanda Sisney at the completion of her 2nd cycle of The Adoption Process.  

Beginning the T.R.U beauty process I had no idea what that entailed, or what I was really getting into.  The only thing I knew was I needed change and I was willing to go through whatever channels  necessary to make change happen.  Prior to participating in the T.R.U beauty challenge, I felt as if my life was at a standstill.   I was drawn into the monotony of being a stay at home wife; cleaning, taking care of children, cooking, tending to my husband, going to sleep and waking up to the same tasks.  I lost focus of who I was and placed everything that once defined me, including my relationship with God, on the back burner.  The self I lost was evident through my physical appearance.   

Most of the time I wore my hair in  a ponytail, my daily attire  consisted of jeans and a t-shirt. I had gained weight and paid no attention to the way I looked when I walked out of the door.  My wake up call to change myself came when my husband informed me that he was no longer attracted to me because I looked like a boy.  I was shocked and hurt, but knew I had to do something to change my appearance for the sake of my marriage.  Initially I began to wear my hair down more, slowly began to change my attire and most importantly, began the restoration of my relationship with Christ.  After a month my husband notice the change and was quite pleased, however I wanted more.

I launched a mission to find someone to provide me with a complete physical makeover from head to toe.  Little did I know, God had BIGGER plans for my personal renovation.  Not only did he link me with an individual who would work to improve my outer appearance, but my inner and spiritual being as well.  Throughout my experience with the T.R.U beauty challenge Karon not only provided me with great fashion tips, but worked to build my self confidence and spiritual being through prayer, positive affirmations and love.  

Although the outcome of going through the process was wonderful, it was not without challenges.  It was difficult waking up each day and making sure I had a presentable outfit and adhered to the guidelines outlined in the daily fashion challenge.  There were times when I became so discouraged thinking I would never get things together and cried.  During the process I faced many tests and trials that came through my marriage, school, children, finances and health.  I pushed through each day making sure to focus on the daily word Karon provided and the coinciding scriptures.  I enjoyed fellowshipping with Karon and receiving the Godly instructions she had to offer.  She helped me to love who I was by encouraging me to change what I could and supported me in accepting what could not be changed.  I loved the new person I was developing into.  I felt more confident, valuable, beautiful and as if God loved me. 

As a result of completing the process, it is rare that I leave my house looking like a frumpy mess, I walk tall and straight with confidence, I have managed to lose weight and still losing. I have a renewed relationship in Christ and most importantly, I can now give back to others and make positive deposits into their lives telling my story of how I overcame.  I understand that as a Christian I have to be a walking billboard welcoming those in need to come to Christ. 

I started the process of change for my husband, but realized I needed to do it for me.  My life has completely changed for the better and there is no turning back now!! Thank you, thank you, Karon Couture, for bringing me out!

~ Yolanda

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