i've been thinking and thinking about a "word of the year" choice, and of course, with that comes a lot of self reflection, which i guess is the whole point. one thing that keeps coming to mind is how easily overwhelmed i feel with life in general. i end up creating so much unnecessary noise in my life, emotionally, physically, and spiritually because i'm turning my wheels about everything i think i need to change, do, and make happen. i'm very much an "all or nothing" kind of person, and because i can't just do it all i end up sprinting to the freezer for some ice cream therapy! obviously i have some serious work in this area, all the junk in my trunk is just a symptom of this disease. i need to give myself permission to just deal with one thing at a time, remember not to sweat the small stuff and to live in the moment. so my word for this year is FOCUS. with this single word goal, i hope to remember to-FOCUS on the task at hand, one task at a time.
FOCUS on just enjoying the moment.
FOCUS on filling my own cup before i try to fill everyone else's.
FOCUS on the choice in front of me.
FOCUS on creativity.
FOCUS on my family.
FOCUS on my relationship with my Heavenly Father.
and even though it doesn't have my actual word in the quote, i love how this quote sort of sums up what i'm trying to accomplish...
“When you chase two rabbits, both will escape."
i'm also setting a goal to blog about the different ways i try to keep my FOCUS so i can see my progress. i saw today on 2cleverblog this gorgeous handmade jewelery by pamela susan with the most reasonable prices! i immediately ordered myself a necklace with my word - i love this!
*photo courtesy of mr. goodbar
9 comments:
Wonderful post Wende! I love that you and Kristy picked the same word...too funny:)
What a great word for the year...it would be a good word for me also:)
Oooh, good word. I love that picture of you too, by the way!
Your picture turned out great!!! Love the idea. We will have to keep each other focused this year! Glad you are feeling better :).
By the way turn if you turn your hands so the are straight that is new sign for University of Utah...just thought I would add that.:)
I have the same problem. I see that you've selected SEVEN things to focus on, but I'm sure that's down from 100 and I know you can do it. I thought if I had a washer/dryer, dishwasher, kids in school, etc. It might be easier to focus, but it sounds like that's a personal myth that I should release.
I also love how this word fits in so perfectly with your photography.
first of all, great pic mr. goodbar! i think you have a budding photographer on your hands, wend, but you probably already knew that.
secondly, great word. you are inspiring. now i need a word. maybe i'll start with my 100 list and then get to the word a little later. thanks for your blog, i love it. and i miss seeing you.
great word - great picture too! One of my old old posts had a poster that you may like (with the link - go here: http://nickiandco.blogspot.com/2008/04/okfocus.html
anyway - I love your thoughts! You're awesome! and thanks for the link for that jewelry - I love it!!
What a great quote. I need a "things that inspire me to change" blog. That'd have to be near the top of the list!
This is such a great post. I love your "focus" picture! Your quote about the rabbits is too true.
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