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Monday, January 6, 2014

Hello Monday - Happy New Year!


It's the first Monday of the New Year and my first chance to sit down and meditate on the year that was and the fresh and shiny new year that lies ahead. I don't make resolutions, but sometimes I choose a word for the new year. This year I stumbled upon a quote that struck me as a possible totem for 2014.

 "Follow your inner moonlight; don't hide the madness." - attributed to Allen Ginsgerg

What that says to me is - Be Yourself. Simple right? I'm still ruminating on what that truly means to me and how it informs my daily life, but it's a pretty good rule to live by.

I look forward to this year, to settle even more into our new home, to make memories with my family, and to laugh a lot. I hope to play more, explore more, have adventures and cozy moments. I am excited about designing and making more, discovering some new techniques and passions, playing with ideas that have been swimming around in my head for a while.

I am ready to reinvigorate this happy place as well, more sharing of ideas and changing things up a bit. All good things!

How about you? Do you make resolutions, write down intentions, or choose a yearly word? What are you looking forward to?

May it truly be a Happy New Year to you all!

"Today you are you! That is truer than true! There is no one alive who is you-er than you!" - Dr. Seuss
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12 comments:

  1. Flaming NoraJanuary 6, 2014 at 12:01 PM

    Wise words indeed!

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  2. JoJanuary 6, 2014 at 12:25 PM

    My word this year is simplicity. But I think I may say that every year .....

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  3. Ashley crampJanuary 6, 2014 at 1:27 PM

    I love my inner madness it makes for a more interesting meeee!
    daisy j x

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  4. mel @ loved handmadeJanuary 6, 2014 at 4:51 PM

    Wonderful words.. and Happy New Year to you too! My word(s) is 'let go' it's a challenge but it will be good for me and my gang x

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  5. june at noonJanuary 6, 2014 at 5:04 PM

    Happy new year! I hate the idea of resolutions--too much pressure and guilt if you fail. I usually make goals, just something to aim for. But this year I've decided to forego even that and just flow. We'll see how well that works out. ;)

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  6. Lori annJanuary 6, 2014 at 7:58 PM

    love your post, it really resonated with me. wishing you all the best in 2014, i love a new year, so much to look forward to, very exciting!
    *happy*

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  7. JeanetteJanuary 6, 2014 at 8:26 PM

    I love the idea of a quote for the year. I had a hard time choosing just one word so I've decided to also have a monthly inspiration word. I love reading your blog and look forward to the upcoming year with you. Happy 2014!

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  8. sustainablemumJanuary 7, 2014 at 12:37 AM

    Lovely post, I just want to be me and do the best I can for my family, my goal for every year!

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  9. andrea createsJanuary 7, 2014 at 5:02 AM

    great post!
    Happy New Year : )

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  10. UnknownJanuary 7, 2014 at 10:22 PM

    I'm a week late, but happy New Year! I love the quote. :)

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  11. HermineJanuary 9, 2014 at 7:17 AM

    hello and happy new year to you too!
    I thought about you because I am starting a "happy mail project" and I thought you might be interested ? it would be a nice way to get to know you better, and because you are looking for new adventures maybe you would enjoy joining us?
    cheers!
    Hermine
    ps it is in french but I can translate ;-)

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  12. Annie CholewaJanuary 11, 2014 at 6:51 PM

    More of you being you here, that has to be a good thing ... I'm looking forward to it already :)

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