My 2009 Word...

 

Now, I know I have mentioned that I was choosing a word for 2009.  My word last year was POSSIBILITIES...and although it didn't end up being what I THOUGHT it would be all about...it certainly was a year of possibilities.  I learned it WAS possibleto get my set up and ready to use.  I learned it was possible to create a monthly menu and stick with it.  I learned it was possible to find enough hours in the day to help people who were important to me.  I learned it was possible to go with out much sleep for long periods of time, when I knew that time was running out and I wanted to spend that time awake with my Dad.  I discovered it was possible for my kids and husband to manage without me when I was needing to be and wanting to be somewhere else.  I learned is is possible to let go of what you love more that anything...when you know that is what they need you to do in order for them to have peace.  And there were other possibilities...those that came when my little girl got her license...the strength my son gained while playing football...the ability my husband had to be there for me, the kids, Dad and Bonnie...I learned how it was possible to strengthen some friendships and bonds, while having to say goodbye to others...truly the possibilities have been endless.  BUT isn't it interesting it is not how I "imagined" the word on that cold day in January 2008.  It is still one I will keep coming back to this year and examining...

So now this years word...as many of you know is PEACE.

1: a state of tranquillity or quiet: as a: freedom from civil disturbance b: a state of security or order within a community provided for by law or custom <a breach of the peace> 2: freedom from disquieting or oppressive thoughts or emotions3: harmony in personal relations4 a: a state or period of mutual concord between governments b: a pact or agreement to end hostilities between those who have been at war or in a state of enmity5—used interjectionally to ask for silence or calm or as a greeting or farewell

— at peace

: in a state of concord or tranquillity

 

Related Words accord, amity, concord, harmony; calm, quiet, serenity, tranquillity (or tranquility); order, stability; pacification

Near Antonyms conflict, contention, discord, dissidence, strife, trouble; tumult, turmoil, unrest, upheaval; fighting, warfare; action, battle, combat

 

that my dear friends is MY word for the year 2009...and how will I accomplish this PEACEFULNESS?  I am happy to say that in many ways I have already started...by cleaning out the food cupboards (amazing how much easier the morning routine goes when you can find food to pack for lunches:)...the menu plan (everyone KNEW chili was for supper tonight...no special run to the grocery store, etc)...choosing to help at SILKWEEDS one day a week...because it is something I enjoy doing...these are just simple things...but I know as the year goes on they will set in to place a quietness I want to be at.

 

Now, along with this I still need to share my New Years resolutions/Goals.  I have thought about them...feel pretty good about what I am planning, but want to spend another night sleeping on it before putting it in writing.

 

For now..I WANT to go knit...and that will bring me peace!  Thanks to everyone for your comments about my purse.  And yes Lori...I would love to go check out that store with you...and have lunch.

Goodnight all

Denise

 

Comments

[mom]

I think all the possibities that you had last year helped you to grown more than ever and was not an easy time for you and the rest of the family....but look at what you found out about yourself and your family...and yes Peace is a good word for this year....for everyone...and may you find the peace that you truly want love you much mom