Last January I followed along with a crowd of people who had decided to claim their very own inspirational word for the year – something meaningful and motivating that would provide intentional focus and direction as they made their way through each day. (You can read more about my word choice for 2014 here, if you wish.)
So now that the end of 2014 is fast approaching, I’ve been musing on the word I chose in January, and also giving some thought as to what my word for 2015 should be. I’ve been tossing a couple of ideas around in my head, but haven’t completely decided on my final choice. I’ll keep you posted when I do!
Do you like the idea of claiming a word for yourself for the year?
Will you be choosing one for 2015?
In terms of happiness (can you believe I have less than a week’s worth of posts left in this series?! I sure can’t!), I had a couple of “hits” today. The first was receiving an e-mail notification that a certain special and EVER-so-exciting Christmas gift had been shipped. There had been some doubt as to whether the (western-based) company would ship something of that size to my Ontario location, so when I received the confirmation I was beyond thrilled. I’m not going to spill what it is just yet, but trust me when I say that it’s going to be a delightful addition to our home and lives… and I can guarantee that I’ll be writing about it after it arrives. Watch this space!
The other happiness hit came when I checked the mail and found the beautiful art print I’d ordered from my friend Barbara Storey. (My photo doesn’t do justice to the gorgeous colours, but you can get a better idea if you visit her product page.)
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It’s even nicer than I’d imagined it would be, and I love it. My goal is to fill our home with art by our friends, and this print will be a fabulous addition to the fledgling collection!
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Please share!
Twitter: barbaralbstorey
December 15, 2014
Awww! Thanks so much for posting the photo of your print, Laurel – I love knowing that you have it now! And thanks for the link, too – you’re an angel!! 🙂
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December 16, 2014
You’re most welcome! 🙂
Laurel Regan recently posted… Tangled Tuesday No. 33 + 100 Happy Days – Day 95
Yes, I do intend to choose a word for 2015! I already know what it is but won’t be revealing it until my January 1 blog post. I think I did pretty well with last year’s word–“progress”–though that will remain an ongoing goal. Can’t wait to hear your word, Laurel!
Twitter: alphabetsalad
December 16, 2014
Oh good – I won’t be the only one in my blogging crowd to do so! Looking forward to hearing which word you’ve chosen for the year.
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Twitter: beloome
December 15, 2014
That was a good word you had chosen for 2014! Full of so much potential for our personal progress. I look forward to knowing what you will choose for 2015.
And yes the colours of the print are gorgeous. Enjoy the special gift that is on its way. And I am sure I will be coming back here to read about it 🙂
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December 16, 2014
Apparently it’s going to be here by Friday! I can’t wait!
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Twitter: vidyasury
December 15, 2014
Love the coloring of that artwork, Laurel. Very tasteful!
Yes, I was thinking the same thing – only a couple of weeks before we get used to writing 2015 🙂
I like the idea of choosing a word for the year, but I confess that I tend to forget it – and have to go back and look. I guess I should print it and put it where I can see it 🙂 I like your word for 2014 – very becoming 😀 And look forward to seeing what you choose for 2015!
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December 16, 2014
I think I’m going to put mine in the front of my new art journal, and keep looking back to remind myself of it. When I choose it, that is!
Laurel Regan recently posted… Tangled Tuesday No. 33 + 100 Happy Days – Day 95
Twitter: travelcraftjrnl
December 16, 2014
I chose a word for this past year. I liked having it in the back of my mind to bring up and focus on. You’re right – it is about time to think about next year’s!
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December 16, 2014
I think it’s such a cool idea!
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December 16, 2014
I used to choose a word – as a theme – for the year, years ago. However, I occasionally miss a year and think I may have this year due to what occurred late in the year previous which affected me early this year! 😉 I will consider the possibility of a word …hmm, I just got one immediately as I started typing this sentence! 😉 Your artwork if lovely Laurel and I look forward to your surprise gift…how exciting for you and us/me in suspense! 😉 <3
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December 16, 2014
Nice – glad you were inspired with a word!
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December 16, 2014
This is interesting Laurel..I had never thought about choosing a word for a year..You have got me thinking
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December 16, 2014
It’s a really meaningful exercise, I think!
Laurel Regan recently posted… Tangled Tuesday No. 33 + 100 Happy Days – Day 95
I think it’s a beautiful idea to fill the house with things made by friends and family. 🙂 a house filled with beautiful mementos 🙂
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December 16, 2014
Yes, me too!
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December 16, 2014
I loved the idea of choosing a word for 2015. Looking forward to your post on that and I must exercise my grey cells too for that! Surprise gifts are exciting! Enjoy it 🙂
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December 16, 2014
I’ll be interested to see if you come up with a word for yourself!
Laurel Regan recently posted… Tangled Tuesday No. 33 + 100 Happy Days – Day 95
For the past couple of years I’ve picked words instead of making New Year’s Resolutions. The first year it was Brave, which is when I met my now husband after years of being single (and not thinking I’d ever get married). The second year was patience, which didn’t work out so well, haha! Last year it was Positivity (I know that’s not really a word, but you get it). I’m not sure what I will do this year.
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December 16, 2014
I love the idea, and love the stories behind it! Thanks so much for sharing!
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December 16, 2014
The colors in your new print are beautiful – as is the idea of choosing a word each year.
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December 16, 2014
I think so as well!
Laurel Regan recently posted… Tangled Tuesday No. 33 + 100 Happy Days – Day 95
I used to choose a word for the year, but I stopped. Maybe because that word only fit in the moment, but as life unfolded, it never seemed to focus me. I’m curious to see what you choose!
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December 16, 2014
Me too – still haven’t decided!
Laurel Regan recently posted… Tangled Tuesday No. 33 + 100 Happy Days – Day 95
The print is gorgeous!
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December 16, 2014
Isn’t it?! I love it.
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