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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I havent decided for sure what my word will be but I'm thinking of GRACE. I also reallly like your pick of NURTURE. My husband is coming home soon from another long Aghanistan Deployment. I think our relationship, our children, our family needs a lot of special nurturing in this coiming year.
Happy New Year!
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I'm leaning towards "freedom". Thanks for the inspiration.
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I would like to remember throughout 2009 to RELAX. I'm getting married in September and instead of the planning being fun and exciting, I am stressing over every silly detail. I need to remember to relax and not put the weight of the world on my shoulders.
Happy New Year everyone!
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Hi Ali! My word for 2009 is "blessed". I feel blessed to have all the things in my life that I do - family, friends, and loved ones. This year I would like to focus on the fact that I am blessed and to appreciate and acknowledge those around me that make me feel this way :)
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My word is BREATHE. I lately find myself too quick to react to things lately and usually not in a positive manner. Moments later I am filled with remorse for my ridiculous behavior/words. So I think I need to take a pause to BREATHE.
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...i'm still thinking of my word for 2009, but something like {calm} keeps popping up...
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Strength.
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Oh, do I have to pick one word ... I just ran across your blog and I love this idea. I want to think about it some more, but off the top of my head ... faithful, healed, intentional, and peace ... simplicity. Ahhh, now that one speaks to me.
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My word for 2009 is:
EMBRACE
change. age. family. life.
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I tend to take for granted all of the wonderful entities in my life and am always looking for something better. So, my word for 2009 is "Grateful". Hopefully it will remind me of how blessed I am and to live in the here and now and appreciate it to the fullest.
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My word for 2009 is NOURISH. I want to nourish my soul, my family, my body (in a good way), and my church.
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COURAGE!
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My word is HOPE. As the mother of a child with autism, my word is always HOPE. I HOPE for a cure. I HOPE that all of the time and $ that we spend on therapy will lead to an independent life. I HOPE that we have planned enough to take care of his needs when we are gone. I HOPE that people will learn to accept him as he is.I HOPE for our states to wake up and force insurance companies to cover autism treatment. I HOPE.
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Happy New Year Ali! In 2009 I am focusing on my health. On Epiphany Sunday at my church, we pass around a basket that has construction paper stars in it. On each star there is a stamped image of the Wise men, and a word. You are to reach into the basket, pull out a star and reflect on that word for the rest of the year in all areas of your life...so instead of choosing the word yourself, the word chooses you. Whatever my word will be this Sunday, I will focus it on my health. I need to take care of myself in order to take care of others.
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For 2009 my word is BELIEVE. Believe in myself more, believe that I can do whatever I choose and believe that everything will be better in 2009.
Once again, thanks so much for such awesome inspiration, Ali!
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Ali, I very much like this idea ... the affirmation we'll give ourselves each day!
My word for 2009 is 'gratitude' ... reminding myself to be grateful, appreciative, accepting of whatever comes along. Never a bad thing, I figure. ;-)
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My word is INTENTIONAL. I am going to be intentional about my spiritual growth, my everyday life (Project 365) and everything I do. I want to be aware of what is going on including the little things.
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My word for 2009 is Strength. I want to strength myself physically, mentally and creatively. 2009 is going to be a great year!
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my 2009 word is "loving". i want to try and make sure that i am loving in my gestures, acts, and words. it's going to be extremely difficult, but i'm hoping it will help me curb my sarcastic, sometime pessimistic nature.
i hope you had a wonderful year in 08! happy new year! :)
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My word is patience! This is something I really need to work on cause I have NONE! Thanks for all your inspiration and all you do and share with us!! Happy New Year!
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