One Little Word 2012 | The Words

I'm a newbie to OLW! My word is also not on the list...it is CONFIDENCE.

Ordinary... that is my word for Twenty Twelve... Inspired by Katrina Kenison and The Gift of an Ordinary Day... "It has taken awhile, but I certainly do know it now- the most wonderful gift I had, the gift I finally learned to cherish above all else, was the gift of all those perfectly ordinary days."

It is always so inspiring to read all these uplifting words! My word (not on the list) is INVIGORATE. I played around with a lot of words, but kept coming back to this one. I want to invigorate and pump some energy into my life, my crafts, my home, my health. I want to shake things up and get energized!

apologize

My word is "energy". As in: I plan to make choices that foster positive energy (both physically and mentally).

My word is MANAGE ~ handle, control, to be in charge of and responsible for the outcome

I struggled with this word being too generic & administrative, but since choosing it, the 'process-based' logic of my mind kicked in and I'm so excited for my 2012 goals!

[...] that is my new word for 2012 – UNLEASH. Lots of folks out there are doing this.  Some people I know are being brave and bold with their words to help [...]

This is my first year to participate.
I've chose EXHILARATE. I hope this will
Help remind me that it's ok to be happy and
Find joy, not only with the fun events in life,
but the trials and mundane moments as well. I often
Forget to find the pleasure in my blessings.

Exhilarate:

tr.v. ex·hil·a·rat·ed, ex·hil·a·rat·ing, ex·hil·a·rates
1. To cause to feel happily refreshed and energetic; elate: We were exhilarated by the cool, pine-scented air.
2. To invigorate; stimulate: bold designs that exhilarate the viewer's imagination.

Assuage ... lessen intensity, quiet, ease.

I would like to add REDEMPTION.

This year I am going to FOCUS. My word was bloom last year which was a lovely journey, even though I am very behind in the class, but I have signed up again because I enjoy the prompts and inspiration even if I don't get things done....but then again, that is why I chose FOCUS cos I hope to finish a few things, and focus on what I want...

Ali, I was hoping to access the notes from December 2011 for OLW but I forgot to look before the classroom closed. Is there anyway of getting access to the handout? thanks.

[...]  If you aren’t familiar with the idea here is a link to Ali Edwards’ class and her blog that can tell you more about it.  (I have joined her class and have been following her blog for a [...]

I read about this challenge/idea from a Pinterest Pin. After a full day of teacher training which we discussed vocabulary at length, I decided to attempt this project with my 6th graders. This should be a fun and interesting journey!

It sound kind of boring, but I am choosing think....

Loved reading thru this list! My word for 2012 is "wholehearted". This one word just seemed to claim me when I watched Brene Brown's talk on vulnerability!

I haven't started yet, but am signed up for your class. Finally, I think I have my word, and it is "comfort".

My word is not here- but it is
EQUILBRIUM

After reading this post and wonderful word list, I have decided my word for 2012 is "BEGIN". I have such a difficult time just doing what I want to do-I let so many little things distract me-so I have to just begin and let creative self free! Thanks for all the inspiration you provide-so excited to follow along with everyones journeys! Blessings to you in 2012

PACE

This is such a fantastic list of such inspiring words! Kudos for compiling them all in one location.

My word for 2012 is: REASON

Initially, the word chose me because one of my mantras is that "things happen for a reason". I've whole-heartedly believed this for better than the last decade.

Can't wait to figure out the many and varied ways the verb and noun aspects of REASON will impact my life over the next 12 months! Will be taking the class to keep me motivated to embrace my word and paste it uppermost in my mind throughout the year.