But then I really struggled to pick a word. And I read a few other blogs where bloggers picked some great words like perspective or fun. And I thought damn, those are good words. I want more perspective and fun in 2013 too, why didn't I think of those. But really neither of those words were my word.
2012 was hectic and filled with more change and chaos than my brain is good at comprehending. So in 2013 I find myself wanting quiet and calm. I want my new house to start feeling like a home. I want comfort and familiarity. So my word for 2013 is,
CONTENT
I like the way it sounds. I like that content means comfortable, fulfilled and gratified.
This year i want to be happy with all that I have and not focus on what I don't. I want to see the big picture and realize that some things are like my son refusing to eat dinner aren't worth me getting bent out of shape. I want to hold on to happy moments and keep them in focus.
I don't want to rush through 2013. I want to enjoy it. I want to fill it with things that bring me happiness, that keep me balanced and feeling content.
And if something doesn't bring those things to my life. If it causes me stress, sadness or derails my plans then maybe it has no place in my life.
I'm going to focus on being content this year. And if it means that my calender is less full then that is OK.
What is your word for 2013?
Love that idea! If only I could manage to just be content with the things in my life. I love the saying, to take life one day at a time, and enjoy the moment. I will definitely try to do just that this year as well!
ReplyDeleteMy word for 2013 is patience. Something I really need to work on in my life. Something I believe will help me to be a better wife, mother, and person in general. Good luck in 2013!
Patience is a great word and a hard one, good luck with it.
DeleteOh I love your word....mine is "believe".
ReplyDeleteI had thought about believe. I think that's a great word, good luck with it.
DeleteI love this word. :)
ReplyDeleteThank you : )
DeleteYou picked a perfect word especially with Jack being so young. We tend to get caught up in so much stuff that takes us away from enjoying the beauty of the little things that our little ones bring to us. I wish you the feeling of being content all year long! Happy 2013! xo
ReplyDeleteThank you Kristen. I think it is a good word for his age, I tend to feel like we should be doing things and it's nice to slow down and focus on what makes us happy even if it's just sitting on the floor together.
DeleteI love this word. I struggle with it so much that if I had picked it, I would have failed immediately. Why is it so hard to just be happy with what is instead of wondering what "should" be or what might have been? Why do I always think being content would happen if only... Great post. Very inspiring!
ReplyDeleteThank you I struggle with the, what I should be doing or what might have been or what could be so much that I tend to forget what I have. Which is why I picked this word cause I really don't want to feel stressed and worried about all that what if's or might have beens or coulda, woulda, shoulda's I just want to enjoy.
DeleteI think I picked a word but I am still working on my post. Late to the game on this one.
ReplyDeleteAnd so funny, at first I thought your word was "CON-tent", not "Cuhn-tent"! I like the second one better... :)
Yeah I actually googled the spelling to make sure it wasn't "CON-tent".
DeleteI was just going to say the same thing as Elaine (above) about it being CONtent. Reading it that way I thought, yes, that's a good word, make everything in your life count and only let in what is important. See? Either way it works :) Happy New Year!
ReplyDeleteLOL I googled the spelling just to be sure.
DeleteLove this word! The thought of filling 2013 with things that make you feel happy sounds absolutely great!
ReplyDeleteYes but it's not as easy as it sounds. I keep working to make sure before I agree to do something or spend time on something that it's something I enjoy.
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ReplyDeleteI absolutely love this post. I get worked up over my daughter not eating, and why? If she's hungry, she'll eat. I want to do more things that make me happy, too. Make more memories. I'm stealing your word as mine!
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