A single word...

I found this cool idea on a few friends blog. I love the meaning behind it. I hope some of you will join me in this. Here is the idea:

Can you identify a single word that sums up what you want for yourself in 2009?

Your word can be anything you want it to be - it does not have to be soulful, or clever, or original. It can be practical and tangible. Don't worry if someone else has chosen the same word as you - this is just for you. You don't have to be creative - just be true.

The idea behind the one little word concept is to give yourself something to focus on throughout the year. "A single word can be a powerful thing. It can be the ripple in the pond that changes everything. It can sharp and biting or rich and soft and slow."

It can be something tangible or intangible. It could be a thought or a feeling or an emotion. It can be singular or plural. The key is to find something that has personal meaning for you. This is not your mother's word or your spouse's word or your child's word - this is YOUR word.

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.

Isn't it a wonderful idea!

My word for 2009 is:

To embrace the things that I cannot control. I know that everything will happen as it is intended to at just the right time, at just the right place, with just the right people. I have faith that my life is in the hands of God and he knows what is in store for me. I really need to find patience with life. In more ways then one. Those of you that really know me know that sometimes I just cant wait. There is always so much that has to be done right now. Some times because of that I end up missing what is most important in life. I think if I become more patient it will help so much.

I would love to read everyone's words and the reasons for them. So if you would like to share your word please leave a comment and also I think that if we all really work toward our words in 2009, each of our individual corners of the world will be a better place. Thanks to you that join me in this great idea.

65 Questions

1. First thing you wash in the shower?

Hair

2. What color is your favorite hoodie?

Brown

3. Would you kiss the last person you kissed again?

For Sure!

4. Do you plan outfits?

Sometimes

5. How are you feeling RIGHT now?

GOOD

6. What's the closest thing to you that's red?

Headphones

7. Tell me about the last dream you remember having?

I don't remember my dreams really. Bummer.

8. Did you meet anybody new today?

Nope. Not yet, the day is young.

9. What are you craving right now?
Diet Coke

10. Do you floss?

Yep

11. What comes to mind when I say cabbage?

cabbage patch kids

12. Are you emotional?

um...ya

13. Have you ever counted to 1,000?

I'm sure I have sometime

14. Do you bite into your ice cream or just lick it?

I suck on it. Bite the chewy stuff.

15. Do you like your hair?

Nope. But I am trying to grow it out, its driving me nuts.

16. Do you like yourself?

Most of the time haha

17. Would you go out to eat with George W. Bush?

Yes!

18. What are you listening to right now?

Emerson Drive

19. Are your parents strict?

Yep they were

20. Would you go sky diving?

I have always wanted to. i think it would be fun. But i might rethink it before I actually do it.

21. Do you like cottage cheese?

yes, i usually mix it with something.

22. Have you ever met a celebrity?

Athletes

23. Do you rent movies often?

Not really

24. Is there anything sparkly in the room you're in?

not really

25. How many countries have you visited?
Just U.S

26. Have you made a prank phone call?

Ya I used to all the time. lame I know

27. Ever been on a train?

does the zoo, and lagoon count,

28. Brown or white eggs?

White

29.Do you have a cell-phone?

yes

30. Do you use chap stick?

yes

31. Do you own a gun?

nope

32. Can you use chop sticks?

nope

33. Who are you going to be with tonight?

At work, and probably Trent

34. Are you too forgiving?

not too forgiving. I wish I was more tho.

35. Ever been in love?

Yes

36. What is your best friend(s) doing tomorrow?

Going to work

37. Ever have cream puffs?

yep pretty good.

38. Last time you cried?

Sometime within the last week.

39. What was the last question you asked?

Can I give it to you later?

40. Favorite time of the year?

Summer and Fall

41. Do you have any tattoos?
nope

42. Are you sarcastic?

ya a little. hehe

43. Have you ever seen The Butterfly Effect?

Yep

44. Ever walked into a wall?

all the time...

45. Favorite color?

Green

46. Have you ever slapped someone?

yes... sorry

47. Is your hair curly?
Nope

48. What was the last CD you bought?

Rascal Flatts

49. Do looks matter?

ya they do. sorry to say it, but it's true

50. Could you ever forgive a cheater?

depends.

51. Is your phone bill sky high?

No

52. Do you like your life right now?

yes i love it

53. Do you sleep with the TV on?

nope

54. Can you handle the truth?

Most of the time.

55. Do you have good vision?

its ok but getting worse

56. Do you hate or dislike more than 3 people?

yes guess im a hater

57. How often do you talk on the phone?

daily

58. The last person you held hands with?

Trent

59. What are you wearing?

sweat pants, t shirt

60.What is your favorite animal?

dogs forsure

61. Where was your default picture taken at?

Trents house

62. Can you hula hoop?

Probably not haven't tried for a while

63. Do you have a job?

yup sport clips

64. What was the most recent thing you bought?

song on i tunes

65. Have you ever crawled through a window?

nope

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