AEzine Challenge: one little word

I really sat and pondered my word for the year and knew what I wanted it to be the opposite of, but couldn't find a good antonym. Then, it was between Accept and Welcome. Accept sounded too much like giving in, whereas Welcome has the connotation of accepting what is and embracing it, no matter what comes to the door. Instead of analyzing everything to death, I want to just WELCOME what is. So, that's my word for this year. Thanks for putting this exercise out there for us!

My word is AWE - I want to live my life in AWE of it-the beauty of my son sleeping, the silence of a rising sun - I have a GREAT LIFE, and I want to be in AWE of it more! Thanks for the inspiring list of words!
http://www.colourfulthoughts.blogspot.com

My word is satisfaction.
Here is a link to my blog...I wrote about it today.
http://web.mac.com/lindseymcconnell/iWeb/PhotoSite/Blog/Blog.html
Lindsey

Okay, so I'm just a little behind schedule ... My word was resolve, and I chose to do a LO about it. Here's the link:
http://twopeasinabucket.kaboose.com/pg.asp?gallery=1&cmd=display&layout_id=1057538

Well, better (WAY) late than never! First time actually linking something! My word: EMBRACE...on a bazzill big chip propped on my desk. Thanks Ali. What an AWESOME response.
http://www.scrapbook.com/scrapbook_layouts/showphoto.php/photo/501333/cat/500/ppuser/95297

Hi Ali & Everyone. I know I am late with my posting but better late than never right?
I emailed Ali with my word yesterday and here is my piece/journaling for Week 1.
http://smurfypercysblog.blogspot.com/
I have to say, I have TOTALLY loved this challenge so far and think it will be a BIG help in keeping myself focused. I am enjoying seeing other participants submissions as well.
Take Care,
Happy Creating & All My Best
~Amy

Wow ~ I can't blieve the response to this! Very cool. My word is INSPIRE. More so, inspiration. You've motivated me to start a mini-book as a constant reminder of what lies ahead and how I am able to embrace these opportunities. Thanks Ali!
http://twopeasinabucket.kaboose.com/pg.asp?gallery=1&cmd=display&layout_id=1057575

OK, like you haven't got enough words to go through, I have changed mine. It's been on my mind for days, my new word is FLY (as in flylady system as in Finally Loving Myself). If I can find some large words on the internet somewhere, I will alter them and put them by my computer to remind me to achieve this goal THIS YEAR!! Love this Ali, thanks!

Hi Ali
Thanks for issuing the challange. My word is Experiment.
Wonderful photos of your special day!!!
Warm wishes,
Dagmar
http//www.fromdagamrsdesk.blogspot.com/

After much thought, I have chosen my word: FINISH.
I am a person who starts lots of stuff, and am always busybusybusy, but I never FINISH anything. 2007 will be my year of finished projects, following thru with obligations and keeping promises. I will FINISH and I will FINISH well.
Thank you for this!

I just wanted to add mine to! I'm totally late I know.
CHOICE
Because I can choose to be optimistic, have joy, seek happiness and peace. It is totally possible.
This has been so fun to see what everybody selected. This was totally inspired!
www.heatherroms.blogspot.com

Tonight when I sat down to catch up on my favorite blogs, I was so amazed to read the quote you had written about peace. I bought a magnet by quotable magnets a few years ago in my favorite little shop in Old Town, Alexandria. My weblog post today began with that exact post www.stardustmoonbeams@blogger.com
I so enjoy your art and perspective. Thanks.

Wow. Clearly a very inspiring concept. I have not yet blogged my word, but I will (and scrap it too! :). I think my word this year will be PRESENT. Mostly as in "be present" but also in the noun form (my children, my family, my talents, my life, all are gifts), and in the verb form: to present. Presenting the world and my dear ones with my creativity, with the best possible me.

Hi Ali,
I really like the challenge that you have in each of your newsletters. This is my first time of actualy participating in one of your challenges. My word is Imagine. If you have time you can see my blog entery about you word challenge. I also took a picture of my word and it is also on my blog. You have inspired me to not only take this challenge but to do it daily. Thank you. I love your blog. Your pictures are beautiful. Thank you for sharing them.
Mary

I also found my word on this list...BELIEVE. I used it through my Shimelle Christmas Journal a lot and it kind of sums up what I want to do this year...Believe - in me, in those around me, in the future, and in the best is yet to come. The St. Francis prayer has gotten me through some down times and it is a staple in my heart.
Hugs to Simon.
Roni

hiya! i just added my word to the first blog post. its PRETTY.

My word is ENERGY. Something that I have been lacking for a while.

My word is creative and I'm letting go of my fear and hangups. One way I've done this is to start creating an art journal instead of scrapping. It's been very exciting. Thanks Ali, as always, you are a great inspiration!
Keri

Ali - this was the PERFECT challenge with which to begin a new year. I chose VISION as my 2007 word/goal. On January 2nd, I began my campaign to really see the world around me and all the beauty I've been rushing past in my daily routines. I am keeping my snap camera with me all the time and taking at least one vision photo a day - at least for January. I jot a few notes in my day planner about what the photo is or my first thought of it. I'm planning a two page mosaic type spread come February so I can kick off my year of the new vision. Thanks for sharing your thoughts and life with us. Enjoying seeing your husband's new career kick off! Congrats!

Oh, just wonderful to see so many inspiring words. Thank you for taking the time to share all of them, Ali! :)
And Congrats to Representative Edwards!!!!