Showing posts with label one little word. Show all posts
Showing posts with label one little word. Show all posts
2.07.2013
be.....frustrated....
I have been blog surfing lately.
And, I see all the great party ideas and decorating posts and fun recipes and cool crafts.
And, I think to myself......
I can do that stuff.
I have great ideas.
I love cooking and decorating and crafting and parties.
But, I don't have the time or energy for any of it lately.
And it makes me sad.
Carson's party was a swim party at the OC. And everyone had a great time, but I put as little energy into it as I could. Because I was just too tired and stressed to want to do more.
It's not like I'm not exercising and eating healthy.
I am.
So, what gives?
Life is good, don't get me wrong......
I'm not complaining about my life. I guess I'm just frustrated that I don't allow myself to just BE and enjoy it.
It's like I just want to make it through what I have going on each day, so I can get home and do nothing........
hmmmmm........
1.29.2013
be {pink}
Last weekend, Carson participated in the Boy Scouts' Pinewood Derby. His car didn't place, but he did win quite a few of his heats in the beginning. He had a great time!
He and his dad spent the whole week designing, assembling and painting. Lots of time with Daddy makes one happy boy.
A few of the fans at the race. :)
Steak and Shake Fun....
I was able to go see this movie recently. I enjoyed it. It told a great story, and may or may not have had a happy ending also. ;)
I'm really trying to focus on my {one little word}.......
This weekend, we spent some time with the Johnson Fam. We had a nice time at 1984..... (or the guys had more of a nice time, I should say).
We had a great meal at Texas Roadhouse! Corn was the vegetable of choice!
And I got a fabulous manicure. I'm just a little happy about it!! HA !
This pic should be labeled ~~~~~ BE PINK!
1.18.2013
one little word {2013}
My one little word for 2013 is...............................
In 2010, I chose the word HEALTH but kept it to myself. It was the beginning of a long journey to become a healthy person. I am still working on it, but I have come such a long way since 2010.
In 2011, I chose the word LIVE. I wanted to live each day to the fullest and enjoy life.
In 2012, ORGANIZE was calling my name. I began a very long list. And I am still working through it.
Now, in 2013 I am choosing BE.
I feel like a have ALWAYS been a person that wishes my life away. I continually yearn for the next step in life. I don't want to do that anymore, and this year I will work toward learning to BE and find peace in the everyday moments of my life.
Instead of counting my days toward career changes, BE at school thankful for the positives.
Instead of wishing there could be one more baby, BE with my precious family of 3 1/2 (Ollie Lollie).
Instead of hoping for the weekend, BE in the day to day moments Monday through Friday.
Instead of wondering what the future holds for certain endeavors, BE aware of my thoughts and creativeness that could lead to something amazing.
Instead of wanting the run or workout to be over, BE present- give it all I've got- and BE thankful I am able to run and push my body.
Instead of craving those fatty and sugary foods, BE mindful of how they make me feel and savor the new love I have for healthier foods.
Instead of stressing when the house is not as decorated or organized as I envision, BE aware and grateful for the wonderful home that we love.
Instead of worrying about unknowns and dangers, BE in the Word getting nourishment and comfort from my Jesus and Savior.
In 2010, I chose the word HEALTH but kept it to myself. It was the beginning of a long journey to become a healthy person. I am still working on it, but I have come such a long way since 2010.
In 2011, I chose the word LIVE. I wanted to live each day to the fullest and enjoy life.
In 2012, ORGANIZE was calling my name. I began a very long list. And I am still working through it.
Now, in 2013 I am choosing BE.
I feel like a have ALWAYS been a person that wishes my life away. I continually yearn for the next step in life. I don't want to do that anymore, and this year I will work toward learning to BE and find peace in the everyday moments of my life.
Instead of counting my days toward career changes, BE at school thankful for the positives.
Instead of wishing there could be one more baby, BE with my precious family of 3 1/2 (Ollie Lollie).
Instead of hoping for the weekend, BE in the day to day moments Monday through Friday.
Instead of wondering what the future holds for certain endeavors, BE aware of my thoughts and creativeness that could lead to something amazing.
Instead of wanting the run or workout to be over, BE present- give it all I've got- and BE thankful I am able to run and push my body.
Instead of craving those fatty and sugary foods, BE mindful of how they make me feel and savor the new love I have for healthier foods.
Instead of stressing when the house is not as decorated or organized as I envision, BE aware and grateful for the wonderful home that we love.
Instead of worrying about unknowns and dangers, BE in the Word getting nourishment and comfort from my Jesus and Savior.
"BE still and know that I am God;
I will be exalted among the nations,
I will be exalted in the earth!"
Psalm 46:10
1.10.2013
a week in my life!
This school year has just flown by and I think part of the reason is because things are just crazy busy.
I want to document our schedule this week
1. so I can get it out of my head, and
2. so someday I can look back and remember this crazy time.
I'm sure I'll miss it one day.
MONDAY
7:00am get ready for work, makes lunches, make coffee
8:00am leave for work
sent an email to Bunco friends telling them I wouldn't be there b/c a friend's gpa passed and am going to the visitation that night.
4:00pm faculty meeting after school
5:15pm leave school
6:30pm Boy Scouts (carson ended up staying home sick, but I had to go to pay the yearly dues. Then I went to Walmart for a 40 minute grocery trip.)
7:45pm home to put away groceries and do dishes
10:00ish time to sleep, gotta run tomorrow morning.
TUESDAY
5:30am RUN at the gym with Kel
7:00am get ready for school. I didn't make lunches the night before so that included making coffee, my lunch and Carson's lunch.
8:00am leave for work
4:15pm getting ready to leave work. Carson says he's freezing. Get home, check temperature, it's 102 degrees. Call and get Carson a DR appointment for the next morning at 8:30am
5:00pm Eric is bringing food for dinner b/c we are going to Ava for the visitation. I end up staying home with Carson. Eric goes to Ava. Did dishes, and 4 loads of laundry since I'm home....
10:30pm Go to bed
WEDNESDAY
6:30am get ready for work- pack lunch, make coffee
7:30am leave for work (early meeting today) Eric is staying home with Carson today.
7:45am CARE team meeting
11:00am talked to Eric. Carson was diagnosed with Influenza Type A.
4:30pm meet Kelly at the gym to workout. Surprised by my trainer, Amanda! She lives 3 hours away and came in for a surprise. Worked out.. weights and interval training (cardio).
5:40pm took Amanda to Fran's to surprise her.... visited for a bit.
6:30pm got home, ate dinner, cuddled with Carson, his fever got pretty high even though he's on Tamiflu, motrin, tylenol, and mucinex!
10:00pm go to bed. Gotta RUN tomorrow.
THURSDAY
6:00am RUN at the gym with Kel
7:00am get ready for work, make lunch and coffee (Eric is home again today with Carson)
8:00am go to work
the rest of the schedule is the "plan" for the rest of the week......
4:15pm go home (hopefully get some time to rest a bit)
10:30pm Go to bed
FRIDAY
7:00am get ready for work, make coffee and lunch
8:00am go to work
12:15pm leave work for dentist appointment
1:00pm dentist appointment
6:00pm plans with girlfriends......
SATURDAY
9:00am ish RUN at the gym
spend the rest of the day picking up, cleaning house, and recovering from the week.
Hopefully Carson will be much better and on the mend from the flu!
That's it..... that is my week. And quite frankly, they have all become pretty crazy like that.
Not to mention that my work days are filled with craziness. My schedule is back to back except for my lunch and plan time....... So, my days just seem full and hectic and busy and tiring.....
I'm not complaining... I know it sounds like I am. They can be hard, but they aren't really. It's just life. The one I actually imagined and dreamed of for so long. I appreciate the fact that this is what I wanted.
SO, this is why I have chosen the word I did for 2013.......
one little word 2013
coming soon!!
I want to document our schedule this week
1. so I can get it out of my head, and
2. so someday I can look back and remember this crazy time.
I'm sure I'll miss it one day.
MONDAY
7:00am get ready for work, makes lunches, make coffee
8:00am leave for work
sent an email to Bunco friends telling them I wouldn't be there b/c a friend's gpa passed and am going to the visitation that night.
4:00pm faculty meeting after school
5:15pm leave school
6:30pm Boy Scouts (carson ended up staying home sick, but I had to go to pay the yearly dues. Then I went to Walmart for a 40 minute grocery trip.)
7:45pm home to put away groceries and do dishes
10:00ish time to sleep, gotta run tomorrow morning.
TUESDAY
5:30am RUN at the gym with Kel
7:00am get ready for school. I didn't make lunches the night before so that included making coffee, my lunch and Carson's lunch.
8:00am leave for work
4:15pm getting ready to leave work. Carson says he's freezing. Get home, check temperature, it's 102 degrees. Call and get Carson a DR appointment for the next morning at 8:30am
5:00pm Eric is bringing food for dinner b/c we are going to Ava for the visitation. I end up staying home with Carson. Eric goes to Ava. Did dishes, and 4 loads of laundry since I'm home....
10:30pm Go to bed
WEDNESDAY
6:30am get ready for work- pack lunch, make coffee
7:30am leave for work (early meeting today) Eric is staying home with Carson today.
7:45am CARE team meeting
11:00am talked to Eric. Carson was diagnosed with Influenza Type A.
4:30pm meet Kelly at the gym to workout. Surprised by my trainer, Amanda! She lives 3 hours away and came in for a surprise. Worked out.. weights and interval training (cardio).
5:40pm took Amanda to Fran's to surprise her.... visited for a bit.
6:30pm got home, ate dinner, cuddled with Carson, his fever got pretty high even though he's on Tamiflu, motrin, tylenol, and mucinex!
10:00pm go to bed. Gotta RUN tomorrow.
THURSDAY
6:00am RUN at the gym with Kel
7:00am get ready for work, make lunch and coffee (Eric is home again today with Carson)
8:00am go to work
the rest of the schedule is the "plan" for the rest of the week......
4:15pm go home (hopefully get some time to rest a bit)
10:30pm Go to bed
FRIDAY
7:00am get ready for work, make coffee and lunch
8:00am go to work
12:15pm leave work for dentist appointment
1:00pm dentist appointment
6:00pm plans with girlfriends......
SATURDAY
9:00am ish RUN at the gym
spend the rest of the day picking up, cleaning house, and recovering from the week.
Hopefully Carson will be much better and on the mend from the flu!
That's it..... that is my week. And quite frankly, they have all become pretty crazy like that.
Not to mention that my work days are filled with craziness. My schedule is back to back except for my lunch and plan time....... So, my days just seem full and hectic and busy and tiring.....
I'm not complaining... I know it sounds like I am. They can be hard, but they aren't really. It's just life. The one I actually imagined and dreamed of for so long. I appreciate the fact that this is what I wanted.
SO, this is why I have chosen the word I did for 2013.......
one little word 2013
coming soon!!
1.27.2012
{organize} my thoughts
Sometimes.... my brain gets all jumbled up with thoughts and I feel so overwhelmed... it gives me a literal headache.
I tend to overthink things sometimes...
In the past, I've had a friendship that was a bit one-sided. I think that I tend to transfer things that happened with that friendship onto some of my current friendships.
I start to think that I'm bothering my friends, and that they really don't want to spend time with me, that I'm just a nuisance to them.
Why. do. I. do. that?
I'm usually an easy going person. Things don't really hurt my feelings much. Don't get me wrong. I do get my feelings hurt at times. but not usually.
And it's not even that friends do anything to make me feel that way. I just start overthinking things.
I need to let go of this.
I need to find a scripture to pray about this.
I need to, quite frankly, start to not care about this.
Because it's ridiculous. Unless, I do have friends that really do feel that way.....
See what I do? It's a circle of uncertainty about my friendships that I don't really think should be there.
Am I the only one who feels this way at times?
Am I crazy?
This is really being transparent... So, I don't know if I'm even comfortable with sharing this with the blog world.... but it has been on my mind lately. I guess I just wanted to get it out of my head.
Like right now.... I'm worried that my friends will read this and think I'm specifically talking about them and think....That Leslie... There she goes being needy again.
Hmmmm..... I think I need prayer.....
or maybe professional help.
or both...
I tend to overthink things sometimes...
In the past, I've had a friendship that was a bit one-sided. I think that I tend to transfer things that happened with that friendship onto some of my current friendships.
I start to think that I'm bothering my friends, and that they really don't want to spend time with me, that I'm just a nuisance to them.
Why. do. I. do. that?
I'm usually an easy going person. Things don't really hurt my feelings much. Don't get me wrong. I do get my feelings hurt at times. but not usually.
And it's not even that friends do anything to make me feel that way. I just start overthinking things.
I need to let go of this.
I need to find a scripture to pray about this.
I need to, quite frankly, start to not care about this.
Because it's ridiculous. Unless, I do have friends that really do feel that way.....
See what I do? It's a circle of uncertainty about my friendships that I don't really think should be there.
Am I the only one who feels this way at times?
Am I crazy?
This is really being transparent... So, I don't know if I'm even comfortable with sharing this with the blog world.... but it has been on my mind lately. I guess I just wanted to get it out of my head.
Like right now.... I'm worried that my friends will read this and think I'm specifically talking about them and think....That Leslie... There she goes being needy again.
Hmmmm..... I think I need prayer.....
or maybe professional help.
or both...
1.08.2012
{organize twenty12} the house
That is where I'll begin...
I've decided to make a list in every room that will keep me focused on all of the areas in our house that I want to organize. Some of these areas are not in bad shape and some of them are in horrible shape, but my goal for this year is to get the whole house COMPLETELY organized. So, I might as well aim high!
I've already crossed some items off this list... which feels good. And, I'm sure as the year goes on, I'll be adding to the list. But, it feels good to just get it down in writing and OUT. OF. MY. HEAD.
Foyer
Get a new entry table
paint mirror for above it
finish decorating walls in entry
paint the exterior front door
Living Room
Keep up with changing mantle for the seasons ongoing
Master bedroom
headboard for bed
new mattress (but not this year)
re-organize under bed
Master bath/closet
get closet system for both closets (not this year)
Kitchen
decide how to decorate over cabinets
finish decor on walls
new stools with low backs for island
Dining
add shelves above buffet
colorful roman shades for bay window
mail/message center for address book, messages, cards, stationary, coupons, family schedule
Laundry room
keep up with baskets for bills, etc.
shelving for shoes that get left in laundry room
clean off hooks
add shelf above shelf that is already there in laundry room
new washer/dryer (not this year)
Coat closet
Hall bathroom
eventually get new shower curtain/rugs
get ocean water color framed and hung on wall
clean out bottom portion of towel closet that keeps the extra sheets and rugs
re-organize and better use the storage area and drawers under the sink
Craft room
Add shelving to closet
new lighting
decor for walls - in progress
fancy yet comfortable chair
a work light to spotlight on the table
bar hooks for behind door
Carson's room
Playroom
sell diner with accessories
move his little table to playroom
put up artwork display
Garage
organize tools
organized new shelving Eric built
buy storage for easy access of above items
The house isn't the only area that I want to organize this year...
My list of other areas are below. I plan to do more in-depth posts on each in the future.
I have plans for organizing:
my budget- (do some reorganizing.... we have a good grip on it already)
my free time- (TV watching... enough said)
my spiritual time
my health/exercise routine- needs some tweaking...
my wardrobe- so in need of some updating...
1.03.2012
{one little word} 2012
For the last 10 months or so, I've known what my one little word for 2012 needs to be.
But, I have fought choosing it for awhile, because I wanted something that sounded... I don't know... cooler, more sophisticated, deep. Well, this word kept coming back and hitting me smack dab in the middle of everything I do.
So, my {one little word} for 2012 is........... drumroll please..........................
I will post a more in depth look at my word soon. I will continue with my word from 2011 {live}.
I have many thoughts and lists and goals whirling around in my head....
But, I have fought choosing it for awhile, because I wanted something that sounded... I don't know... cooler, more sophisticated, deep. Well, this word kept coming back and hitting me smack dab in the middle of everything I do.
So, my {one little word} for 2012 is........... drumroll please..........................
organize!
I will post a more in depth look at my word soon. I will continue with my word from 2011 {live}.
I have many thoughts and lists and goals whirling around in my head....
1.01.2012
January First, Twenty-Twelve
I've been working on my {one little word} for 2012.
I'm excited.
I've also been working on my craft room, which happens to go along with my word for 2012.
I can't wait to share pics of the progress so far!!
2.05.2011
1.12.2011
a new little word....
I've been struggling with the word I chose.... I know, I'm crazy right? But the word I chose just hasn't set right with me. For some reason, I have this nagging feeling that won't go away that my word needs to be different. I had originally chosen a word, but I changed it. I don't know why I changed it. My reasons made sense at the time, but now I can't even remember what they were.
So my word for 2011 is simply.... LIVE.
I know, obvious right???
But, I want my focus on all the things that I mentioned in the previous post to be the same. Renew for some reason, was pressuring me to become new again in all those areas and I felt like I had to completely become and transform into some Wonder Woman after the year was over.
I realize this may make no sense to anyone, but I feel pressure releasing even as I type these words. I'm going to LIVE this year.
LIVE in the Word... Focusing on what God's plans for our family and my present and future. And just learning to BE in Him.
Live for my family.... Focusing on how blessed I am to have them.... Husband, Son, Parents, In-Laws, Aunts, Uncles, Cousins, Sisters, Brothers, Nieces, Nephews.....
Live for my friends.... I'm so blessed to have a great core group of AWESOME girlfriends of all ages. They help balance me and let me be myself.
Live in the moment with my free time.... And not waste too much of it watching TV.
Live in an organized home.... getting and keeping it organized would be nice.
Live in good health.... Continue to make healthy choices and grow into making more healthy choices.
Live with my finances.... It's so much easier to live life when finances are how they should be. I'm glad we have gotten more organized and continue to keep working on it.
Live and enjoy blog time.... I am in the process of a change with the blog, and I have some ideas in the works also to help me focus on LIVING life and not just letting life happen. I look forward to getting that going soon.
I tend to feel like life is passing me by, and I'm just a spectator... watching as I work, waste time, or stress out. I want to focus on the moments that make life important and do things that make me happy, healthy, and help me grow as a child of God. wife. mother. daughter. sister. friend. teacher. woman.
There you have it. I know, you probably think I'm insane. I decided though, that it's my word. I have to LIVE with it for a year. I don't need a word that's stressing me out... What good would that do???
my one little word.... hopefully, will make a big impact on me this year... with no stress! ;)
LIVE
So my word for 2011 is simply.... LIVE.
I know, obvious right???
But, I want my focus on all the things that I mentioned in the previous post to be the same. Renew for some reason, was pressuring me to become new again in all those areas and I felt like I had to completely become and transform into some Wonder Woman after the year was over.
I realize this may make no sense to anyone, but I feel pressure releasing even as I type these words. I'm going to LIVE this year.
LIVE in the Word... Focusing on what God's plans for our family and my present and future. And just learning to BE in Him.
Live for my family.... Focusing on how blessed I am to have them.... Husband, Son, Parents, In-Laws, Aunts, Uncles, Cousins, Sisters, Brothers, Nieces, Nephews.....
Live for my friends.... I'm so blessed to have a great core group of AWESOME girlfriends of all ages. They help balance me and let me be myself.
Live in the moment with my free time.... And not waste too much of it watching TV.
Live in an organized home.... getting and keeping it organized would be nice.
Live in good health.... Continue to make healthy choices and grow into making more healthy choices.
Live with my finances.... It's so much easier to live life when finances are how they should be. I'm glad we have gotten more organized and continue to keep working on it.
Live and enjoy blog time.... I am in the process of a change with the blog, and I have some ideas in the works also to help me focus on LIVING life and not just letting life happen. I look forward to getting that going soon.
I tend to feel like life is passing me by, and I'm just a spectator... watching as I work, waste time, or stress out. I want to focus on the moments that make life important and do things that make me happy, healthy, and help me grow as a child of God. wife. mother. daughter. sister. friend. teacher. woman.
There you have it. I know, you probably think I'm insane. I decided though, that it's my word. I have to LIVE with it for a year. I don't need a word that's stressing me out... What good would that do???
my one little word.... hopefully, will make a big impact on me this year... with no stress! ;)
LIVE
1.02.2011
one little word for 2011
So, last year at this time, I was feeling horrible. I was tired all the time, my clothes were very uncomfortable, and I knew I needed to do something about it.
I hired a trainer and my sister-n-law joined me in a year long process of working out and eating healthier.
I now work out 3-5 times a week and I really miss it when I'm not able to get to the gym for a few days. I have lost about 11ish inches and 11-12 pounds and 2 pant sizes. Do I need to lose more? YES!
BUT, I am so much better than I was a year ago. I am still striving to eat correctly. I have such an addiction to food, but I recognize it and I'm determined to conquer it. When I do get off track and eat poorly, I feel sluggish. I can tell a big difference when I'm eating the right foods and making healthy choices.
I debated on whether or not I would share this goal on my blog last year. What if I failed? But now, looking back... even though I haven't reached the weight goals I've set for myself (yet), I am on the road to where I want to be. So, that is a good thing and something to be proud of.
Last year I read about choosing a word for the year and using it to grow and improve in an area. I believe my friend, Jen, did this last year.... That's when I decided I would choose HEALTH as my word and focus on being healthier in 2010.
This year, I'm going to "go public" with my word. Instead of being scared that I might fail, I'm going to look for the improvements I can make. Will I probably let myself down and fall short of where I want to be with my goals? Yes! But, I won't make any progress toward them if I don't at least try. My pastor even said today in his sermon--- When you don't have a target and you don't know what you're shooting at, you'll miss every time. --
I may not hit a bullseye with my goal, but if I at least hit the target somewhere, I'll be closer to where I want to be.....
I'm using the idea from a blogger named Ali Edwards. You can click here to read more about it.
Basically, you choose a word that you can focus on, meditate on, reflect on throughout your daily life. A single word that sums up what you want for yourself in 2011.
Quoting Ali----"One little word can have big meaning in your life if you allow yourself to be open to the possibilities. And here’s one thing that is totally interesting: sometimes a word will pop into your brain and it will not make any sense to you right now. Give it some time. Let it percolate a bit. I have often found that our hearts speak to us in very unique ways. Maybe this is a word you need to hear but just aren’t ready for it yet. Again, be open to the possibilities."
She also says to remember that it's YOUR word, nobody else's.... "And what do you do with this one little word? You live with it. You invite it into your life. You let it speak to you. You might even follow where it leads. There are so many possibilities."
my one little word for 2011 is
renew {verb}
I feel this word is perfect for what I'd like to accomplish in 2011...
I want to renew my spiritual life in a BIG way. One of the ways I plan to do this is join the 2011 Siesta Scripture Memory Verse Team. My friend, Jen, is doing this and when I saw her post her first verse... I decided this would be a good step in the right direction for me as I try to renew my walk with God. Having scripture memorized in my heart can only be a good thing--- Right?
I'll post my first verse that I'll be working on soon.
I want to renew my relationship with my family. Life gets CRAZY! And, I tend to stress over very unimportant things and then forget to focus on the positive parts of the day. My husband and my son deserve more undivided attention than I give them. This is something I must renew.
I want to renew my finances. We have begun this process already. Lately, we just kind of got lazy with things and I've felt like I don't have the control over where we are spending money. So, we have been and will continue to get the budget in order. I'm already feeling better as we've started using the "envelopes" again! ARGHHH!!
I want to renew my free time. I feel like when I come home from work each day, Ispend waste a lot of time watching TV and doing not much of anything. My goal is to use my time more wisely- much more on that later.
I want to renew my home... seriously... it is so. out. of. control.
MUCH more on that as I make some progress. I think I made a great start with my last post in Carson's room(s).
I want to renew my blog. I know that's a little silly. But, I'm ready for a change and excited to get a new design.
I plan to continue to renew my healthy choices. I continue to grow and make progress with my diet and exercise plan. I am proud of the progress I've made, and I want to continue growing in this area.
one little word
renew
gives promise for a lot of change and growth
in 2011
Anyone want to join me on this journey? What's your word?
I hired a trainer and my sister-n-law joined me in a year long process of working out and eating healthier.
I now work out 3-5 times a week and I really miss it when I'm not able to get to the gym for a few days. I have lost about 11ish inches and 11-12 pounds and 2 pant sizes. Do I need to lose more? YES!
BUT, I am so much better than I was a year ago. I am still striving to eat correctly. I have such an addiction to food, but I recognize it and I'm determined to conquer it. When I do get off track and eat poorly, I feel sluggish. I can tell a big difference when I'm eating the right foods and making healthy choices.
I debated on whether or not I would share this goal on my blog last year. What if I failed? But now, looking back... even though I haven't reached the weight goals I've set for myself (yet), I am on the road to where I want to be. So, that is a good thing and something to be proud of.
Last year I read about choosing a word for the year and using it to grow and improve in an area. I believe my friend, Jen, did this last year.... That's when I decided I would choose HEALTH as my word and focus on being healthier in 2010.
This year, I'm going to "go public" with my word. Instead of being scared that I might fail, I'm going to look for the improvements I can make. Will I probably let myself down and fall short of where I want to be with my goals? Yes! But, I won't make any progress toward them if I don't at least try. My pastor even said today in his sermon--- When you don't have a target and you don't know what you're shooting at, you'll miss every time. --
I may not hit a bullseye with my goal, but if I at least hit the target somewhere, I'll be closer to where I want to be.....
I'm using the idea from a blogger named Ali Edwards. You can click here to read more about it.
Basically, you choose a word that you can focus on, meditate on, reflect on throughout your daily life. A single word that sums up what you want for yourself in 2011.
Quoting Ali----"One little word can have big meaning in your life if you allow yourself to be open to the possibilities. And here’s one thing that is totally interesting: sometimes a word will pop into your brain and it will not make any sense to you right now. Give it some time. Let it percolate a bit. I have often found that our hearts speak to us in very unique ways. Maybe this is a word you need to hear but just aren’t ready for it yet. Again, be open to the possibilities."
She also says to remember that it's YOUR word, nobody else's.... "And what do you do with this one little word? You live with it. You invite it into your life. You let it speak to you. You might even follow where it leads. There are so many possibilities."
my one little word for 2011 is
renew {verb}
- to make new again; to give new life to; rejuvenate
- to rebuild
- to make new spiritually; to regenerate
- to become new or as new; to grow or begin again
- to restore
- to replenish
I feel this word is perfect for what I'd like to accomplish in 2011...
I want to renew my spiritual life in a BIG way. One of the ways I plan to do this is join the 2011 Siesta Scripture Memory Verse Team. My friend, Jen, is doing this and when I saw her post her first verse... I decided this would be a good step in the right direction for me as I try to renew my walk with God. Having scripture memorized in my heart can only be a good thing--- Right?
I'll post my first verse that I'll be working on soon.
I want to renew my relationship with my family. Life gets CRAZY! And, I tend to stress over very unimportant things and then forget to focus on the positive parts of the day. My husband and my son deserve more undivided attention than I give them. This is something I must renew.
I want to renew my finances. We have begun this process already. Lately, we just kind of got lazy with things and I've felt like I don't have the control over where we are spending money. So, we have been and will continue to get the budget in order. I'm already feeling better as we've started using the "envelopes" again! ARGHHH!!
I want to renew my free time. I feel like when I come home from work each day, I
I want to renew my home... seriously... it is so. out. of. control.
MUCH more on that as I make some progress. I think I made a great start with my last post in Carson's room(s).
I want to renew my blog. I know that's a little silly. But, I'm ready for a change and excited to get a new design.
I plan to continue to renew my healthy choices. I continue to grow and make progress with my diet and exercise plan. I am proud of the progress I've made, and I want to continue growing in this area.
one little word
renew
gives promise for a lot of change and growth
in 2011
Anyone want to join me on this journey? What's your word?
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