Glitter
I’ve never intentionally chosen a word for the year until now. As I look back, I can see that there probably was a single word that summed up each year. 2013 will be different. I’m creating my life and I’m starting 2013 with a word of my choosing, a word by design, not default.
My word for 2013 is glitter.
Glitter is one of those things…it’s shiney and sparkley and beautiful and it gets everywhere. There are remnants of the glitter for hours…days…months…years that remain long after the party is over. Even when it seems less apparent, it’s there. One move and, all of sudden, it’s gleam catches your eye.
Out in the country or “up north” to us Minnesotans, glitter seems to fill the night sky. Stars that shine so bright, more than seem humanly possible. These stars provide light. They remind us of a Universe bigger than we. They provide a space to make wishes and watch dreams come true.
Falling into the “all things shiney” category, glitter can cause us to lose focus or so some say. What it actually does is to help us focus on what’s important. It reminds us:
- To fill our lives with catchable moments…moments that sparkle.
- Beauty is everywhere, even if you can’t see it at first.
- We’re here to shine our light.
- And dreams can come true.
Have you chosen a word for the year? Please share it below.
Amy Cavaness says
January 6, 2013 at 9:39 amThis is the first year I’ve ever chosen a word as well. My word came about in a FB conversation, but the more I thought about it the more I liked it. It’s FOUND. It has multiple meanings that inspire me: to establish a group or institution; to melt and mold (metal); discover by chance; dimensional objects used in art (found objects) Any and all of these ideas would give me a great year! And perhaps I’ll be FOUND on a new level!
Michele says
January 6, 2013 at 4:00 pmI LOVE your word! Found does have so many layers to it. Let’s make this year the best ever!
Jennifer Richardson says
January 2, 2013 at 2:29 pmglitter! oh how I love it:):):)
a beautiful, shimmering year to you,
glittering friend:)
-Jennifer
Paula says
January 2, 2013 at 11:05 amMy word for this year is “Release” working on giving up negativity and release that energy for creative and peaceful energy. Love the idea of a word for the year rather than a resolution that is seldom kept.
Sue says
January 1, 2013 at 9:53 pmHappy New Year Michele! What a great word for the Year- may your year be filled with glitter and glitz! I love your description of how it’s everywhere and it’s there long after the party is over. Looking forward to a great 2013!
Michele says
January 1, 2013 at 10:20 pmI am looking forward to it as well, Sue! I’m honored to be a part of your journey 🙂
jEtana says
January 1, 2013 at 9:06 pmWhat a wonder-full year-word choice! My word PLAYFUL will definitely call forth the glitter as well as markers and fingerpaints and a bit of mischief.
Michele says
January 1, 2013 at 10:12 pmOh how fun! PLAYFUL – what a great word! Can’t wait to hear how it shows up in your life 🙂
Nancy Lennon says
January 1, 2013 at 6:08 pmMichele, I love your word glitter! I am a bit fascinated with glitter myself. i love when the snow looks like it if glittering. You are going to have an amazing year! Blessings,Nancy
Michele says
January 1, 2013 at 10:12 pmI hadn’t even thought of snow but it’s true! Especially the first snowfall of the year. Let’s have an amazing year together 🙂
Michael says
January 1, 2013 at 5:05 pmI love your word! I’m still struggling with finding mine — or having IT find ME! Congrats on your glittery outlook!!!
Michele says
January 1, 2013 at 10:11 pmThanks, Michael! It will find you when you least expect it 🙂
Suzanne McRae says
January 1, 2013 at 12:18 pmWhat a great word you have chosen for yourself Michele for 2013 – Glitter! I can see that happening with you already where your shiny, glittery and sparkly self is help me see just that in myself. Thank you for shining your Light so brightly. I see you as a lighthouse off in the distance shining your Light showing me the way back.
Happy New Year!! May 2013 the brightest, shiniest, most glittery and sparkly year you’ve ever had in your life.
Suzanne xo
Michele says
January 1, 2013 at 12:59 pmIt will be a glittery year for both of us and it’s just begun!