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Let’s see, its mid-January and I’m still sitting here thinking about goals, resolutions, things-to-do, and all that stuff we tend to obsess about at the beginning and the end of each year. You’d think I was avoiding something. OK, not exactly avoiding–just trying to make a decision; THE decision. What will be my defining word for the year 2013?
There are so many great words out there; have you checked out a dictionary lately? So many to choose from, but if I sit here and think about it long enough–I will find the definitive word for me for 2013.
Trying to find a High Note
If you’ve been keeping up with me, you will know that my life is not exactly rosy right now; I just lost my father after a year-long struggle with cancer. I’ve been struggling to keep a positive spin on the whole thing though; I was able to spend the last few weeks of his life with my dad, and I really got to know him as a person–not just as my dad.
Word
So I want my word to be positive, to be inspiring–not just to me, but to anyone who might come upon it. Kind of like when you’ll be going along and suddenly you come across some graffiti, and your first thought is “ugh, why would someone do that?” But then you look at it and its just so beautiful and inspiring? I want that; I want that in a word!
And so my word, my choice, my mantra for 2013 is
Forward
Thank you and you’re welcome!
Great word choice Ann! I still haven’t picked mine yet. I totally agree with their being so many good ones.
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Thanks! I kept going back and forth with several different choices, but I think this one works well–covers lots of bases, seems to be positive, etc.
I love it! That is such a great one – for EVERYONE! Can I steal?
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Of course!
Wonderful word-Forward.I haven’t visited you for awhile,it’s good to come back and catch up again.I don’t know if you will even recognize My blog or name. I’m one of your neighbors in Rancho Cucamonga.Forward is the only way to go after a parents death.My Mother passed away 14 years ago and I still dream about her often.Please drop by for a visit to My blog and if you like stay awhile and follow .
Oh yes Ann , one more thing –I grew up in Whittier, from 1st grade until I got married.
How fun! I’ve been in Whittier for most of my life.
Ann, I had seen your SCLB updates but wasn’t sure if your father had passed. I’m so sorry. I’m hoping that 2013 will move you forward in the most positive of directions.
Reading your post I saw many echoes of the post I just finished writing last night and that ‘ll be publishing on Monday (including a picture of graffiti). This blogging thing is HARD!
Onward, upward and forward!
I love the word Forward! Great choice and I wish you success in your 2013 endeavors! So sorry to hear of your father’s passing. Blessings to you.
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I’m so sorry for your loss but glad that you got to spend quality time with your dad, at the end. Happy Forward Year to you
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