i think i’ve found it
I think I’ve found my word for this year.
Last year, people kept claiming their “theme words” to focus their energy and I felt a little left out. I couldn’t think of just one word that didn’t feel trite or forced. So I didn’t have one. And that’s okay.
Now, the same word keeps coming back to me, so I’m thinking this is the year to claim that word:
Connect
Over the holiday break, I tried to focus on connecting with my family. I’d like to continue that effort.
In my volunteer leadership roles, we need to connect to draw folks in and make them feel at home.
In my work and volunteer efforts, I want to connect with the people we serve.
On my blog, I’d like to connect with my readers.
In my spiritual life, I want to connect through prayer and sharing with others.
Will I get everything done that I’d like to do? Probably not. But I hope it will guide me in the right direction. Two examples:
- A friend just called out of the blue to invite me to lunch. I could have declined, because I have a lot of stuff to do (don’t we all?). But with connecting on my mind, I said yes, and I’m so glad I did.
- Blogher asked me to do my first review for one of their clients. The topic: 10 connecting tips for parents of teens or tweens. I said yes, and I’m so glad I did.
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photo credit: andrew and hobbes
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