Just One Word

Stumbled upon this site in the wee hours of 1 January 2012 . . . I started the new year early because Agent A had a rough night, a cold with a slight fever left him unable to settle. (And then ultimately he puked all over both of us, par for the course with every cold for him.) Anyway, I've been reflecting on 2011 (who hasn't?) and what I'd like to do differently in 2012 (um, a lot), and I wanted to challenge myself to take this One Word thing seriously.

It's harder than it sounds.

Initially the fruits of the spirit popped into my head:
love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control.

I also considered think, respect, strength, and content.

On a less philosophical level, more in terms of action, I pondered write, purge, and move.

Agents (and Clubhouse Characters) last January

I contemplated on the many joys and trials 2012 will bring: moving from Europe back to the United States, a return to "normal" Navy life (which means the Agents and I will be on our own much more), a different state, a new house, more adventures in homeschooling, lots of travel (five trips planned so far) . . . and oh yeah, I'll turn 40 in there, too.

So, what do I really want for this upcoming year? What do I really need?

The truth is, I haven't been acting the way I want to act for some time now. I've been short with the Agents, distant with Hubby, and generally more tense than ever before. I look at some of my previous posts and think, hypocrite! You are not that person. I just reread all ten posts I have filed under "discipline" and wow . . . ugh. I could use some work. Perhaps I should change my blog title to Momma Who Needs a Complete Overhaul.

For 2012 I'm going to focus on creating a more pleasant environment for myself and my family. I'm going to make a conscious effort to be in the moment. I'm going to strive to live with purpose instead of slogging along.

My word for 2012 is . . . INTENTIONAL.

What's yours?

Thanks for reading and have a blessed day.

p.s. Leave a comment here or on my Facebook page and let me know what word you've chosen. Fellow bloggers may also like to link up at the One Word Community.