One Little Word 2009 & Giveaways

Hi Ali,
This is my first year choosing a "word", and I think my word will be "balance". I'm in grad school, and will be looking for ways to balance my roles as student, wife, daughter, friend, nurse, athlete, scrabooker, etc! Thanks for the chance to win, and thanks for the great inspiration. Here's to a happy, healthy, 2009!
Lori
SLC, UT

Mine has to be ORGANISE. not just the obvious things - organising photos, scrapbooks etc . . . but also organising my time so that I can fit in something other than working, eating and sleeping. hopefully organisation will help me get back to the stuff I enjoy :)

My word is HEALTHY. It can bring many ideas to the front but, for me it translate into the following.
Healthy body
Healthy thoughts (no negativity)
Healthy foods
Healthy exercises
Healthy choices
Healthy lifestyle
I have spent the last year working with a mental health therapist to free myself from a lifetime of doubt. Now it is time to free myself from the the unhealthy habits I have developed. The ones that weight my body and my mind down. I love this idea of one word reflecting all that I want for myself in 2009.
Happy New year!!!!!!!!!!!!

I think my word needs to be BALANCE this year. Last year was for focusing on me and my personal health - as a Mom I always focus on my family first, but I needed to take care of me - and that was difficult but uplifting. This year, I need to find the BALANCE between what is best for me, and what my family needs. Between all the volunteer work I do and time for myself. It will be a challenge, but just the thought of it brings a sense of peace.

Thanks for encouraging me to think about this. I need to learn PATIENCE. I need to slow down and accept the natural pace of life and of others. Show respect for things in their own time.

Hi Ali, Thank U for having this great inspiration for myself and everyone. i have thought about the one word and came up with a few, such as Forgive, Communication, Relationship, Cherish, Focus, Future and Forward. A peek into my life - i have 4 beautiful children who have not seen either families on both sides because neither one of us were accepted in to each other's. Therefore, the word i'm thinking of at this very moment is RELATIONSHIP. i wish i could choose them all, but have to say i would like to nuture the relationship i have now with my children and husband. I hope for the best.
Happy New Year 2 U 2.

My word for this year new year will be seasons....There are so many seasons of life and I am about ready to face a new seasons of my life this next year with lots of changes. They may be a little hard but I know I can do it if I enjoy the season that is to come....

Still mulling over the possibilities. Happy New Year!

my word will be "grow"
I hope my love to my family will grow more and more..
I hope my creativity will grow...
I hope my thoughts will grow to embrace those who need my help and my friendship.
have a good last year for 2008

The first word that came to me was FOCUS, and it seems I'm not alone. This year I want to stop be so distracted by things and focus on what's important in my life, my family, creating and my physical health.

Hi Ali. I was thinking of patience, but then read a couple entries where the word is pause. I like it better. I'm pregnant with my fourth baby and I think I'm going to need to pause a lot and focus on all my kids - take the time to really enjoy each one!

I haven't had time to mull over this until I read your post and everyone else's comments. I am considering: change, focus, commit, intention, time, order, simplify, prioritize, unload, moment. Thanks for the giveaways and have a Happy New Year!

I don't know my word yet. I keep thinking something along the lines of "strive" but I don't know that strive is the best word. I want to strive to be a better mother, strive to be a better wife, a better homemaker, and more. Little by little, step by step.

Patience.
With my children, with my husband, with others.
And with myself.

I just wanted to thank you for sharing this idea with all of us. My word for 2008 (LEARN) really has made a big impact for me. I FEEL different at the end of this year than I did at the end of the last one. This year's word feels Huge to me, in a good way. My word this year is FAITH, and I'm really looking forward to the changes it will lead to. It's been percolating in my head for a couple of weeks now, and for the first time, I'm excited for the new year.
Thanks again, Ali.

My word for 2009 is 'thankful'. I am so thankful for the many blessings that God has given me. For my family, for my health and for the peace that only He can give.
Happy New Year to you and your family, Ali!

My word for 2009 is LOVE. As the Bible says the greatest commandment is "Love others as yourself" If we all showed more love the world would be a better place.

Hi Ali,
My word for this year is: Simplify
Wishing you and your family a wonderful 2009... I just love blogs... peaking into other people's lives... its so inspiring.. and none more than yours... so enjoy, relax and nuture yourself in 2009
Peace.

TIME is my word for 2009. I need to make more time for myself, not procrastinate, take the time to do what I want to do, not watch the clock, enjoy the time I am having with my crazy kids. Thanks!!

SEEK - my word for the new year. I am looking for a better me, more healty, physically and spiritually, in 2009.