At the beginning of 2012 I joined a challenge to choose one word to focus on during the year. My OneWord was:
If you’re interested in the beginning of the challenge, you can read about it here.
So far – 3 months into the year – this word is still top-of-mind. I’ve met so many wonderful people online – through Facebook and blogs. (You are all “real” to me! I value you very much.) To take action on connecting with others (in addition to online connecting) I joined a group of ladies who are a part of LeadHer. This is a national group with local groups in many cities who meet meet twice a month. (Check them out – it’s a great mission!)
Today I found a post from Tracy at My Daily Walk in His Grace about using our OneWord to create an Acrostic. She said
Not only is this fun but it also makes you think about the connotations and implications of the word you have chosen.
Its an opportunity to dig deeper and understand better the word you choose!
So here is my Acrostic for CONNECT:
Christ focused, always asking,
Opening eyes, ears & heart to be aware of His will and
Needing direction from God before moving forward.
Never letting fear derail but always
Expecting the best.
Carefully nurturing each connection and
Trusting God to make all things good in His time.
Have you chosen OneWord to guide you through 2012?
Please comment, I’d love to know your word! (Let’s connect! 😉 )
I think we need to connect more with our spouse and families. Especially physically, ask anyone who has lost their mother and I am certain they will tell you how they long for a hug from her. We take that connection for granted sometimes. I was blessed to come from a family where physical affection was bestowed. My spouse did not have that same experience. When we leave his mother’s or grandmother’s I have to “remind” him to kiss them goodbye. Sometimes he rolls his eyes, but I always tell him that he will be glad he did … especially when it is no longer a possibility.
I think this holds true for friendships too. I enjoy chatting on the phone to friends, or receiving an email, but nothing is as nice as that hug when you re-connect after a long separation.
Thanks for dropping in, Merry! Connection is precious – and as you said, often under-used. We need to take every opportunity to say “I love you.” and to hug. I’m glad you remind your husband to grab the opportunities!
Hi Lori – I love it. I am so glad you managed to link up. I think your acrostic is awesome. Did you find it a good exercise in digging deeper? I also find my word, Content, is upper most in my mind, especially when i feel discontent! Thank you for linking up and for mentioning it on your blog. I appreciate it.
God bless
Tracy
Thanks for the opportunity to dig a little deeper, Tracy! To be candid – I almost chickened out and abandoned the idea. But it came… slowly. 🙂