One Little Word 2009 & Giveaways
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I am so excited to embark on a new word for 2009.
My word is nurture.
For me, especially with a new baby on the way within the next month or so, I have been thinking a lot about nurturing. It's such a soft, slow, gentle word.
There are many things in my life I would like to focus on nurturing this coming year. Our new baby girl. Simon and the transition to big brotherhood. My relationship with Chris. Photography. Patience. My business & this blog.
I am also going to be conscious of nurturing myself during this time of major transition in our lives.
There is something very special about this word for me. It represents slowing down, simplifying, and pinpointing what is really important to me in my life (not just the next 365 days). I am nervous and excited and so looking forward to what is to come.
The idea behind the one little word concept is to give yourself something to focus on throughout the year. As I stated in my newsletter back in January 2007, "A single word can be a powerful thing. It can be the ripple in the pond that changes everything. It can sharp and biting or rich and soft and slow."
Also from that same newsletter:
I can't wait to see all the words for 2009.
To celebrate the new year I have three very special giveaways - all directly related to this project. Two beautiful pieces of jewelry and one piece of art to celebrate your word.
Lisa Leonard Designs
Giveaway: One custom Word of the Year Necklace
Special for AE readers: 20% off Word of the Year necklaces with the code "myword" at checkout
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Liz Lamoreux Soul Mantra Pendants
Giveaway : One custom Soul Mantra Pendant any size or design
Special for AE readers : 20% off Soul Mantra necklaces throughout January. Enter code "one word 2009" in the notes to seller and the discount will be refunded to you through Paypal.
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Stephanie from Homegrown Hospitality
Giveaway: One 4x6 black or white frame with hand drawn doodle in color pallet of your choice. The doodle can include "The Word" or "A Name" and a favorite quote, verse or scripture.
Special for AE readers: Stephanie is donating $5 from the sale of each doodle to Autism Speaks.
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To be entered into the drawing today please leave a comment with your word for 2009. It's totally fine if you are still thinking about it - if that's the case just leave a comment with some of your intentions for this new year. Comments will be closed on Thursday, January 1st at noon Pacific with the winners posted shortly after.
A safe and Happy New Year to each and every one of you.
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This year my word is going to be "cherish"....
I really want to stop and really cherish all the blessings I have in my life big and little.
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Oh my gosh look at all these wonderful heartfelt posts here. WOW!!! I have thinking about my little word for the past month and nothing really hits and stays with me. I have so many things I want to work on this year thus alot of words would work. I think I will just go to bed tonight and wake up the morning of the new year and the first word that appears to be the strongest will be my "little word". Could be interesting!!
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All the best to you and your family this year Ali as you welcome your new little bundle of joy.
My word for this year is FOCUS.
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enjoy....I TRULY need to remember to ENJOY each moment! Happy New Year!
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I'm still thinking about what word I'll choose. Your comment about nurturing yourself resonated with me. It seems lately I've had no time to myself, and want to find a way to gain back some "me" time this year.
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My word this year will be "Grow" - to me that means growing closer to my family; watching my children grow up; watching my hubby and my relationship grow; watching myself grow in new directions.
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Listening is my word. I want to be a perceptive listner and listen to peoples hearts.
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Happy new year Ali! My word for 2009 is CALM.
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Last year it was enjoy & I did enjoy some of last year but it was hard there were quite a few low points, so I’m picking HOPE I need a little hope! Happy New Year hope this year brings you & your family Joy Seeya hugya *G*
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Dream - that is my word for 2009. I have to let myself dream, focus on what I dream and just remember to dream because with dreams anything can happen!
Happy New Year Ali!
Danielle
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Still working to find "MY" word. Nothing is jumping out at me yet..
Thanks for all of the great inspiration during the last year....looking forward to the next.
Hope you and yours have a great night ringing in the New Year.
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My word this year will be "PURPOSE". I have spent a lot of time, money, and energy this past year on things that had no purpose. I think this word will help get me back on track.
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My word for this year is Calm, peacefulness, stillness, tranquility. I need more of this in my life.
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Hi Ali --
Happy New Year to you and your family. I love your word. Although I had another word i was considering, it didn't quite cover everything I was thinking about. How I need to work on my relationships, how I need to take care of myself and get into shape, how I need to be a better mother to my kids, and probably, most importantly for me right now, is how I need to take better care of our home. I believe i am a borderline hoarder -- and it definitely causes CHAOS around here. So, I hope you don't mind, but after I researched NURTURE, I have decided that too, is my word for 2009. I know if I BELIEVE (which was the word I was considering) in myself and my abilites, FOCUS (my word from last year) on what is truly important, then I can NURTURE my home, my family and myself. THANK YOU ALI. Usage: To Nurture, Nourish, Cherish. Nourish denotes to supply with food, or cause to grow; as, to nourish a plant, to nourish rebellion. To nurture is to train up with a fostering care, like that of a mother; as, to nurture into strength; to nurture in sound principles. To cherish is to hold and treat as dear; as, to cherish hopes or affections.
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Mine might be 2 words. It might be 'create possibilities' or maybe 4 words. 'be open to possibilities'. Not exactly sure yet, but I guess I better hurry up!
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My word for 2009 is ENJOY. Sometimes (okay, pretty often) I get so caught up in things that I don't enjoy the moment. I'm so busy trying to get to the light at the end of the tunnel that I don't take time to enjoy the journey.
Happy New Year to you and your family.
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My word for 2009 will be simplify - My life was so crazy this year and stressful - I am looking forward to 2009 and not sweating over every detail and going with the flow.
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Sustainable.
From my well-being to our environment - I will focus on sustainability for 2009 and beyond.
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My word for 2009 is DARE.
Dare to be me.
Dare to try new things.
Dare to stand up for myself.
Dare to discover.
Happy new year!
Jen
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No idea yet what my word will be - I don't want to rush the choice but need to find some me time to really contemplate what it should be. Too much chaos and too many house guests at the moment! Your choice is perfect for your life right now.
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