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    • Jan 16, 2012

    by Layla

    Word of the Year – Link Party (2012)

    Welcome to our “This Little Word Of Mine” link party!

    If you’d like to link up your word of the year blog post, just look for the little blue “Add Link” button at the bottom of this post- and if you haven’t chosen a word of the year yet, I’ve got someone I want you to meet.

    This is Ali Edwards…

    Photo © Tracey Clark

    She’s a designer, blogger, author, and mother of two- and she created an amazing workshop for folks who want to really have fun with their word of the year!

    She started scrapbooking in 2002, as a way to organize things after the birth of her son, but these days, Ali also enjoys sharing her personal storytelling techniques and photography methods on her website- in hopes that others will feel inspired and encourages to document their own days, too.

    Ali’s  passion truly resides where the stories and images of life intersect, and we’re so thrilled to have her as our guest blogger here on TLC today!

    Take it away Ali!

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    Hi, I’m Ali Edwards. In 2006, I began a tradition of choosing one word for myself each January – a word that I can focus on, mediate on, and reflect upon as I go about my daily life. I invite it into my life. I live with it. I let it speak to me. I might even follow where it leads.

    Choosing a word each year came about as an alternative to a list of resolutions. I wanted something I could hold close and actually develop a relationship with over the course of the year.

    Some years my word has made a major difference, and other years it’s been a more silent companion through the challenges and celebrations in my life.

    The action of choosing a word (or having a word find you) is full of potential and possibility. And here’s one thing that’s totally interesting: sometimes a word pops into your brain and it doesn’t make any sense right now. Give it some time. Let it percolate a bit. I have often found that our hearts speak to us in very unique ways. Maybe it’s a word you need to hear, but you just aren’t ready for it yet. Again, be open to the possibilities.

    Your word can be tangible or intangible. It can be a thought or a feeling or an emotion. It can be singular or plural. It might be silly or serious. It might be something you want to bring to your life. It might be something you want or need to change.

    A single word can be a powerful thing. It can be the ripple in the pond that changes everything. It can be sharp and biting, or rich and soft and slow. The key is to find something that has personal meaning for you. This is not your mother’s word, or your spouse’s word, or your child’s word – this is YOUR word.

    Over the past six years, I’ve held a single word close each year: play (2006), peace (2007), vitality (2008), nurture (2009), story (2010), and light (2011). My word for 2012 happens to be the same as Layla’s, and you can click HERE to read about why I chose the word up this year. You can also see a compilation of the words my readers chose for 2012 HERE, and you can listen to my friend, Liz Lamoreux, read all the words HERE.

    In 2011, I decided that I needed to do something more tangible to make my word more visible throughout the year, so I created an online workshop called One Little Word, which is hosted by Big Picture Classes.

    Each month participants receive a single prompt, with a simple creative, writing, or photography project, and a gentle reminder to check back in with their word. By the end of the year, they will have compiled the contents of an 8.5×11 album that documents, defines, celebrates, and generally makes their word more visible.

    (My pages from 2011)

    Workshop materials include printable elements, full-color PDF handouts, and audio/video presentations. There’s also a message board and gallery to share ideas and inspiration, and to help everyone stay connected to their word throughout the year. The workshop is not complicated, and it’s not time-consuming. It’s simply designed to encourage participants to think, reflect and take action throughout the course of the year.

    People have asked me if you have to be a scrapbooker to join the class. Definitely not. Even though we’re making an album together, it’s really more of a journaling/record keeping/thinking/exploring project, and it’s exciting to see how people interpret the prompts and make them meaningful for their own lives throughout the year!

    A very heartfelt thank you to Layla for inviting me to share a bit with you about my tradition of choosing one little word today.

    Thank you, Ali! Such inspiring words, and fun things to look forward to this year!

    (PS- If you’d like to connect with Ali online, you can subscribe to her 52 Creative Lifts newsletter, or find her at AliEdwards.com. She’s also on Facebook and Twitter!)

    Now it’s YOUR turn to link up your inspirational words! Let’s party!

    Many of you probably already know the drill, but just in case you’ve never linked up a blog post before, here’s how it works:

    Scroll down until you see the little, blue “Add Your Link” button. Click that, and follow the instructions on the page you’re redirected to. The instructions involve uploading a thumbnail image and creating a title for the image you’re using. You may want to title it with the name of your blog, or with the title of your Word of the Year post, but it’s totally up to you. (Note: Make sure to link to your Word of the Year post- not to the main page of your blog.)

    Last but not least, I created a nifty little badge especially for this party, and we’d love it if you’d post the code in the box below at the bottom of the post you’re linking up…

    The Lettered Cottage
    <div align="center"><a href="http://theletteredcottage.net/word-of-the-year-link-party-2012" title="The Lettered Cottage"><img src="http://i268.photobucket.com/albums/jj29/LaylaPalmer/Linky%20Buttons/This_Little_Word_Of_Mine_2012.jpg" alt="The Lettered Cottage" style="border:none;" /></a></div>

    Thanks so much for partyin’ with us, and hope you’re having an AMAZING 2012 so far!



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    94 Responses to Word of the Year – Link Party (2012)

    1. gail says:
      Jan 16, 2012 at 8:50 am

      What an inspirational story! I think I should have chosen a silly word to go along with my YES! :)
      thanks for hosting this wonderful party Layla!
      gail

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    2. Myra @ My Blessed Life says:
      Jan 16, 2012 at 8:52 am

      Loved meeting Ali!!! What an inspiration to us all! I’m excited to have a word this year! :) Thanks for hosting this rad party, Layla! xoxo

      Reply
    3. Debbie says:
      Jan 16, 2012 at 8:53 am

      Thanks for the party! I love this idea, I’ve never done a word for a year. But I’m gonna start!
      Debbie

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    4. {darlene} says:
      Jan 16, 2012 at 8:53 am

      Thanks for hosting Layla! I loved stewing over the word, and reflecting on what direction I am being called to take.

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    5. Sally says:
      Jan 16, 2012 at 8:55 am

      LOVE Ali!!! Thanks for hosting, Layla! ~Sally

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    6. Linda @ it all started with paint says:
      Jan 16, 2012 at 8:56 am

      Layla, sorry but my word art (#25) didn’t crop they way I directed it to! The word “impossibility” should have been visible in the thumbnail …

      Oh well. Thanks for hosting and I love your word (and that movie makes me cry every time!) …

      Linda
      itallstartedwithpaint@gmail.com

      Reply
    7. Richella @ Imparting Grace says:
      Jan 16, 2012 at 8:59 am

      Thank you, Layla! I chose a word and I’m excited to link my post–but the past few days of thinking about it have been really important for me. My word is “willing”–and I’m being called to be willing in ways that I’ve never even thought about or dreamed about before. It’s very exciting and scary all at once–but then I guess most good things are!

      Thank you for letting your light–and your word–shine. :)

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    8. Kerry Rossow says:
      Jan 16, 2012 at 9:00 am

      What an fantastic party! Words can so shape our thoughts and actions and how we see ourselves/others/the world! Thank you for hosting a party that will put so much AWESOMENESS out into the world!
      Kerry at HouseTalkN

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    9. Steph @ Crafting in the Rain says:
      Jan 16, 2012 at 9:05 am

      What a great idea for a link party! I love seeing what inspires other people!

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    10. Carrie ~ The Corson Cottage says:
      Jan 16, 2012 at 9:05 am

      Thanks for hosting Layla! I really enjoyed reflecting on what my word means to me. I even wrote a little series on it. I can’t wait to check out Ali’s workshop, sounds completly perfect for me as I try to {Grow} my photography skills in 2012.

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    11. Rhoda @ Southern Hospitality says:
      Jan 16, 2012 at 9:07 am

      Hey, sweet friend! Thanks for encouraging me to choose a word. I did and I’m clinging to it this year. I’m so grateful to be one year down the hope-filled road I’m walking now. Love blogging with you! xoxo

      Reply
    12. Daune | Cottage in the Oaks says:
      Jan 16, 2012 at 9:08 am

      What a fun party! And a great list of words already…..

      Thanks for hosting….I love your word. Our whole family went to see Up as soon as it came out in the theaters….such a powerful story. :)

      Blessings to you guys!

      Reply
    13. Maggie @ Midwestern {Sewing} Girl says:
      Jan 16, 2012 at 9:11 am

      I absolutely love this idea! Thanks so much for hosting such an inspiring linky, Layla!

      Reply
    14. Samantha says:
      Jan 16, 2012 at 9:12 am

      I can’t wait to make my word of the year (whimsy) come true for myself! Playful, fun, happy – definitely things I need this year!

      I am hoping someone can help me – I’m a new blogger and can’t figure out how to get Layla’s badge into my blog post on blogger?! Many thanks for any help!

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      • Layla says:
        Jan 16, 2012 at 9:13 am

        Hi Samantha! Thanks so much for playing along!
        To add the badge, just highlight and copy the code in the box below it, and paste it at the bottom of your Word of the Year post. (In the HTML)
        Let me know if you need any more help, and I’ll be glad to walk you through it! :-D

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    15. Deb Huffaker says:
      Jan 16, 2012 at 9:16 am

      Thank you so much for letting me join in…my word is TRUTH…and I’m keeping a journal of “truths” and scripture verses as I come across either the word…or other “truths” HE shows me!!! HOPE you have a great week full of lots of sweet blessings!!!

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    16. jessica@fourgenerationsoneroof says:
      Jan 16, 2012 at 9:18 am

      Thanks for the party Layla! I just linked up my confession of anxiety and my word wait! :) ha

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    17. Pamela says:
      Jan 16, 2012 at 9:19 am

      This should be a fun party and encouraging to read everyone’s WORD.
      Great idea.

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    18. Melissa says:
      Jan 16, 2012 at 9:20 am

      Funny the first word in the “list” is abide. This is my word, it has popped up more than a few times these past few weeks for one reason or another and I thank you for confirming that it is mine this year.

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    19. Laura Ingalls Gunn says:
      Jan 16, 2012 at 9:23 am

      This year I am a DRUM MAJOR. It is my great hope that this will be a dream/goal for everyone.

      Be blessed.

      Reply
    20. Andrea . Charcoal & Crayons says:
      Jan 16, 2012 at 9:24 am

      Thanks for hosting this fabulous party! After reading about your word a few days ago, I fell in love with this idea and I look forward to incorporating my own word – “spark” – into my life this year. Thank you for sparking such wonderful inspiration!

      Reply
    21. Taryn @ Design, Dining + Diapers says:
      Jan 16, 2012 at 9:34 am

      Thank you for hosting such an inspirational party! I love this because it got me out of my comfort zone and stretched me as a blogger. Thank you!

      Reply
    22. Dawn says:
      Jan 16, 2012 at 9:35 am

      Thanks so much for this wonderful idea, Layla. I decided on NEW, and I really want to do NEW things with my life this year. Having a word of the year helps committing to the goals and go through with the changes (or so I hope….).
      I don’t have a blog but I still wanted to say thank you for this inspiration.

      Reply
    23. Bev says:
      Jan 16, 2012 at 9:35 am

      Layla,
      I don’t have a blog , can I still put my word of the year ?

      Reply
    24. Jeanette says:
      Jan 16, 2012 at 9:52 am

      Thank you for bringing word of the year to mind. My word is “do” and I’m looking forward to adding “do” into the scrap booking I’m now learning as one of m first “dos”.

      Reply
    25. Lori says:
      Jan 16, 2012 at 9:55 am

      I don’t have a website and I’m usually just a lurker in blogland…so my word for the year is going to be PARTICIPATE! I feel like I need to do this in so many areas of my life. Thanks for the idea and inspiration Layla!!

      Reply
    26. Samantha says:
      Jan 16, 2012 at 9:55 am

      Thanks for hosting the party- such a fun theme. I am loving everyone’s posts!
      :) Samantha

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    27. Mary C. Nasser says:
      Jan 16, 2012 at 10:05 am

      Thanks for hosting this party!
      Have been looking so forward to today and checking out everyone else’s words and posts!

      This is my first time choosing a word for the year. :)

      All the best,
      Mary
      Mixed-Media Map Art

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    28. Tonya @ My Homey Haven says:
      Jan 16, 2012 at 10:11 am

      Wow, I love the Word of the Year Binder and can’t wait to begin making one of my own! Thanks for the link-up- this is the first time I’ve ever chosen a word of the year. I’m excited!

      Reply
    29. Linda/patchwork says:
      Jan 16, 2012 at 10:34 am

      Thank you for hosting this party. It’s nice, seeing all the words chosen.

      This is the first year I’ve chosen a word for the year. I hope I can stay Focused…..

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    30. nicolette @ momnivore's dilemma says:
      Jan 16, 2012 at 10:37 am

      I’m a word for the year rookie.

      This reminds me of setting an intention before yoga practice.

      Thanks for hosting. This will be a yearly ritual for me.

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    31. Laurie V says:
      Jan 16, 2012 at 10:49 am

      My word is Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious – has been defined as follows: super- “above”, cali- “beauty”, fragilistic- “delicate”, expiali- “to atone”, and docious- “educable”, with the sum of these parts signifying roughly “Atoning for educability through delicate beauty.” Plus I really like the sound of it.

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    32. Bella Michelle @ Southern Somedays says:
      Jan 16, 2012 at 10:51 am

      Thanks for a great Linky Party. I hadn’t really made any goals or resolutions for the this year and this post got me motivated to really simplify what I want to see come out of 2012!!!

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    33. carmel says:
      Jan 16, 2012 at 11:16 am

      This is my first time ever picking a word for the year and I have to say I can’t believe I’ve never done this before! This was so inspiring – thank you! I love the idea of checking in with your word every month.

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    34. Cheryl says:
      Jan 16, 2012 at 11:25 am

      Hey Layla,
      I am not a blogger, so I don’t have a link, but I just want to say that I chose a word, actually 2 words for 2012. They are “step back”. I need to step back and take a bigger look at my life and those that are important to me as well as where I would like to be in 2013. This word thing is really better than making a bunch of unkept resolutions. Thanks for hosting this and really making me THINK.

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    35. Hillcrest Cottage says:
      Jan 16, 2012 at 11:37 am

      This is awesome! I had already chosen a theme and word, so I am glad to find those of like-mindedness. I will look forward to posting about my progress as I watch this word and theme weave its way into my 2012 year… very exciting!

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    36. ColleenwithMurals&More says:
      Jan 16, 2012 at 11:39 am

      Ah, Layla! Your parties are simply the best! Not just for the great traffic ;) ;) but you also inspire us to think, contemplate and MOVE! Thanks so much!

      btw – don’t know if you’d be interested, but I started writing about my infertility issues. Now that it’s been 30+ years, I can almost write w/o being overly emotional. Almost :) http://muralmaker1.blogspot.com/2012/01/upcoming-events-and-story.html

      Thanks again!

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    37. Leslie Hoyt says:
      Jan 16, 2012 at 11:40 am

      Thank you, Layla!
      This party encouraged me solidify my word.
      It also encourages me to be in the company of such fine ladies that also, through words, want to make a difference in the world!
      HUGS and blessings to you and Kevin as you make your home!
      ~Leslie

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    38. Paulina J! says:
      Jan 16, 2012 at 11:41 am

      I don’t have a blog, but my word is SHARE! I’ll try to share more of me with my husband, family and friends. I want to open my home home and share it with those I love. I was always too self-conscious and worried about hosting and that things were not perfect, but all thiss will change in 2012 :)

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    39. Bev says:
      Jan 16, 2012 at 12:08 pm

      Hi Layla , my word is Hope !

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    40. Linda @ A La Carte says:
      Jan 16, 2012 at 12:11 pm

      This is my 3rd year doing one little word and it has really been a blessing to me for my blog and my life! Love reading this story again of how it started.

      Reply
    41. SheilaG says:
      Jan 16, 2012 at 12:26 pm

      Thanks so much for your inspiration and for hosting such a lovely party. I look forward to how God will instill more courage into me this year. :)

      Reply
    42. Rebekah says:
      Jan 16, 2012 at 12:39 pm

      Love the party! Thx for prompting this awesome inspiration = )

      Reply
    43. Jen says:
      Jan 16, 2012 at 12:46 pm

      Great party – I am so very inspired! And, so completely thrilled to see Ali here. I used to “follow” her in the scrapbook magazines years ago – at least her articles were my fav! Feels like coming home. :-)

      btw… the linky button would not fit on my blog page at all, and I could not get it to re-size well enough in html, so I added a direct link to your party 2x within my post. Sorry!

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    44. Joy P says:
      Jan 16, 2012 at 12:56 pm

      Thanks for hosting. I had to write the post and put my promises to myself on my blog. Thanks for the push.

      Reply
    45. Lisa W. says:
      Jan 16, 2012 at 1:07 pm

      OH MY you cannot know how much you JUST made my day. I LOVE Ali…I follow her EVERY single day. My day is not complete without it!!! My girlfriends ALL tease me that I think I know her…you know “My friend Ali”. So loving The Lettered Cottage as well and seeing this post today. along with ALI was just wonderful!!! She is one of the most talented, inspiring artist out there I know. It is so great that a decorator blog and scrapbooking blog come together for “One little word” really tugs at my heart strings………ahhhhhhhhhhhhhh…decor and scrapbooking my two greatest loves. Thanks Layla and of course Ali!!!

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    46. Barbara Medeiros says:
      Jan 16, 2012 at 1:23 pm

      I have to say, I think my word would be Joy. This past year it seems many people tried & to some degree succeeded in taking away my Joy. I am determined to take my Joy back! I have always been known for my smile and I think I have developed frown lines this year. 2012 is going to be my year for JOY! <3

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    47. Linda @ Home is Where My Heart is says:
      Jan 16, 2012 at 1:44 pm

      It was fun thinking of a word. Thanks Layla for making me think. I hope I live up to my word ~ HELP! Happy New Year! ~Linda

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    48. Little Bit says:
      Jan 16, 2012 at 2:09 pm

      Thanks for doing this link party. It’s great to be pushed to actually write down a thoughtful conviction, seems to make it stick in my brain a little better. Little Bit from DecorateWithaLittleBit.com

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    49. Fairfield House says:
      Jan 16, 2012 at 2:20 pm

      Layla,

      Love your word and all the enthusiasm linked in!
      Keep it UP!

      Love,
      Deborah

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    50. Lavender Dreams says:
      Jan 16, 2012 at 2:29 pm

      I have been looking forward to this party, too! Thanks for hosting! I’m off to visit a few of blogs to be inspired! ♥

      Reply
    51. Robyn says:
      Jan 16, 2012 at 2:54 pm

      This is so fun I love it!!! When I added mine I accidentally pasted in the wrong URL, so it goes right back to your page. oops. I couldn’t figure out how to delete it and try again. Help please. :)

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    52. Sandy says:
      Jan 16, 2012 at 3:07 pm

      Thank you so much for hosting this link party! So inspiring!

      Reply
    53. Tammy@InStitches says:
      Jan 16, 2012 at 3:33 pm

      Thanks for hosting. I have really enjoyed reading the posts, they are all so inspiring !

      Reply
    54. Stacy says:
      Jan 16, 2012 at 3:37 pm

      What a fun idea for a party! Thanks :)

      Reply
    55. Pumpkin, Pie, Painter says:
      Jan 16, 2012 at 3:46 pm

      Thanks for such a fun and creative link party! It’s fun to look at all the pictures and words! :)

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    56. Shannon at madiganmade says:
      Jan 16, 2012 at 4:09 pm

      This was a great idea for a party… I can’t wait to see what other words inspire people. Thanks for hosting!

      Reply
    57. Deborah says:
      Jan 16, 2012 at 4:11 pm

      No blog, so I thought I post my word of the year here!! It’s “Lean” as in ‘lean into life” or get ‘lean’; both things I am trying to do. I found a clay pebble with the words “Lean Into Life” two years ago amid a pile of other clay pebbles with words like “believe” “love” “inspire” “gratitude”. I bought several for my friends for Christmas presents but every time I tried to give the “Lean into Life” pebble to someone, I stopped. I finally decided that’s what I needed to do was get more involved in my life. So, for the past year I’ve been paying attention to myself, how I feel, really just to being in the present. I keep the pebble by my computer screen at work and think about it pretty much every day. I am also trying to lose weight so “lean” fits right in there, too. So there, I did it. I have a word of the year!! yea :~)

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    58. Darlene says:
      Jan 16, 2012 at 4:12 pm

      My word is SEEK! I have just starting reading blogs over the last 3 months. I’m hooked & “meeting” so many wonderful people out there in BlogLand. I want to start blogging & I want to eventually sell things on Etsy! I’m very encouraged through all the blogs I’ve been reading. I have around 35 that I read over the week. I have always read books, but now I spend my reading time perusing all the wonderful blogs out there. I am addicted & can’t seem to get enough of the blogs. What a wonderful group of inspiring women encouraging others to SEEK out their talents. I am beginning to research & SEEK out all I can about what my talents are & how I can be an encouragement to others.

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    59. Tiff says:
      Jan 16, 2012 at 4:13 pm

      Hi there! This is such a great post that I HAD to join in on the link party. I’m such a word nerd. Regarding my above “button?” #260, I noticed it has a red x next to it? Did I do something wrong or enter incorrect info?? Please advise. Thanks in advance.

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    60. Shar Yates says:
      Jan 16, 2012 at 4:17 pm

      Focus is it for me. I need to focus on EVERYTHING! Thanks for doing this!

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    61. Marie @ Boutique de la Mer says:
      Jan 16, 2012 at 4:30 pm

      Thanks for hosting this wonderful party. DREAM is my word of the year and it’s so nice to have so many positive blogging friends to share it with.

      xoxo

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    62. Vel Smith says:
      Jan 16, 2012 at 5:00 pm

      Squander. It really is my word of the year. Through beautiful blogs such as yours, I have been inspired so much that I can easily just move from one little inspiration to another and have myself a fine time. ….putting nothing to use but making myself feel good. But I am inspired to NOT squander these ideas, and use them to spend along with my love, my creativity, my abilities…..on my home and on my family and friends. That is my admonishment to myself this year. I’m unlike to find any perfect plaques with that word on them so may have to find some large smooth stones to place in my way:)

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    63. Jenna at Homeslice says:
      Jan 16, 2012 at 5:04 pm

      glancing over all these words, is so inspirational! Thanks Layla!

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    64. Sharon says:
      Jan 16, 2012 at 6:53 pm

      Hi Layla,
      Thanks for the lovely link-up. It’s inspirational to see everyone’s words. I have linked up too. I tried to put your button at the bottom of my post, but I guess I am such a blog newbie that I don’t really know how to do that. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks.
      -Sharon

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    65. KK says:
      Jan 16, 2012 at 6:58 pm

      My word came to me on Sunday–RELEASE. My hope for the year is to let go & lean more on the Lord relying less on my on understanding. To not sweat the small stuff but instead enjoy the details & focus less on the big picture. To learn to relish in the journey.

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    66. Vicki V says:
      Jan 16, 2012 at 7:18 pm

      Thank you for getting my old noggin working on coming up with a worthy goal for 2012!

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    67. Sarah says:
      Jan 16, 2012 at 8:15 pm

      Lovely! Thanks for sharing and for hosting – looking forward to seeing some inspiring words!

      Reply
    68. Darlene Bonelli says:
      Jan 16, 2012 at 8:30 pm

      Hi Layla,

      What a wonderful idea this is! It’s funny because before I read your last post, a word that I wanted to incorporate into my life kept floating through my mind. As a yogi we usually have an “intention” for our practice and that is what this is….an intention for the year! So for 2012 my word is FAITH. I have no idea how this year will play out since it all depends on the chance that my business will be a success. If not, I will have to move on to something else. A huge transistion is in place and I’m scared to pieces. Therefore, I have nothing left to do but wait and have faith that all will turn out as it should. :)

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    69. Ellie says:
      Jan 16, 2012 at 9:03 pm

      What a beautiful idea! I loved Ali’s story too. Thanks for organizing this!

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    70. LIB says:
      Jan 16, 2012 at 10:22 pm

      I had to link up after reading about this party from {darlene} and Rhoda and Richella.
      I am sailing my personal boat under the flag of Content this year – and as a family we are PRacticing.http://bit.ly/y9Jbax
      blessings as you head UP!

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    71. marie says:
      Jan 16, 2012 at 10:24 pm

      Thanks for hosting this…I really enjoy reading about everyone’s “words”. There’s so much to be gained from the insight of all these wonderful people…yourself included!

      Reply
    72. Janet - The Painted Piglet says:
      Jan 16, 2012 at 10:49 pm

      Thank you SO much for this wonderful idea! So many possibilities to consider, and so much inspiration just in all the links!!

      Reply
    73. Carol says:
      Jan 17, 2012 at 12:30 am

      I’m a new blogger and just learning all the little tricks. I created my link, but it shows up in black and not underlined like the other links. There is also a little red x next to it. I tried to link it up a second time and it says that the link already exists. Not sure what I am doing wrong.

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    74. Judy says:
      Jan 17, 2012 at 3:57 am

      Thanks Layla! I’ve thought about my word several weeks ago…now I’m sharing it! Thanks for hosting. Cute idea!
      ~Judy~

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    75. amy of four corners design says:
      Jan 17, 2012 at 9:07 am

      found you via Whisperwood Cottage…love this linky party – great idea! thanks for sponsoring!

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    76. Hayden Norwood says:
      Jan 17, 2012 at 11:54 am

      Thanks for letting us link up! What a great idea and it really made me think! So, thanks for allowing us this opportunity!

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    77. Kim says:
      Jan 17, 2012 at 11:54 am

      Sigh. Layla, my image isn’t working – I have since included it in my blog post, but I don’t know how to delete and replace it! Could you please help me out with that?

      And, thanks for hosting this! I’ve loved Ali for years – she seems so down to earth.

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    78. Steph @ The Silly Pearl says:
      Jan 17, 2012 at 2:08 pm

      Thank you Layla for hosting this linky! It really helped me to focus on my goals for the year, both for my blog and for my well-being.

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    79. ter@waaoms says:
      Jan 17, 2012 at 11:17 pm

      I have been choosing a word since 2009. I have linked my word up above if you’d like to read about it. I am bookmarking this link so that I can come back here next year for more ideas on what word to choose!!

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    80. Angeline says:
      Jan 18, 2012 at 10:07 am

      Hello Layla & All!
      Forgot to “link up” yesterday! (The record January heat waves spread to my daughter’s forehead..Yikes!) Here’s to a big dose of healthy to y’all – I’m enjoying reading your links! Thanks for sharing!

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    81. Ruth says:
      Jan 18, 2012 at 1:59 pm

      I am so upset that I missed this. I really wish I had remembered it but we got a new puppy over the weekend and he is taking up all our time but he is so cute.
      Ruth

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    82. Daune | Cottage in the Oaks says:
      Jan 18, 2012 at 3:06 pm

      Layla~

      I teach a Bible study for 8th grade girls each week here in our home….and this week I am using this post….the “words” as a big part of our study.

      They loved it! :)

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    83. Colleen says:
      Jan 19, 2012 at 8:17 am

      Fantastic idea, Layla. You’ve inspired me as usual. :)

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    84. Kayli @ Head Over Heels says:
      Jan 20, 2012 at 8:37 pm

      I was almost moved to tears by this post! I see more than 400 inspired and courageous women ready to show 2012 who’s boss! Best wishes to all of you working to make 2012 the best year yet, and thanks Miss Layla for bringing us all together!

      xoxo Kayli

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    85. Erin @ The Great Indoors says:
      Jan 21, 2012 at 2:37 pm

      My word for the year is PERSPECTIVE. I tend to get bogged down in the little things and forget to have perspective about the big picture. Just zooming out from time to time will help so much. I mentioned you in my new year’s resolution post (it wasn’t all about my word of the year, so I didn’t link up to the party): http://tatumgreatindoors.blogspot.com/2012/01/happy-2012.html.

      What a great idea, by the way!

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    86. Stephanie L says:
      Jan 21, 2012 at 6:15 pm

      Great idea – late implementation on my part! Here’s the link:

      http://nostinkycheese.blogspot.com/2012/01/and-2012-word-is.html

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    87. KrugtheThinker says:
      Jan 24, 2012 at 9:54 am

      Thank you so much for doing this, Layla! It is so incredibly inspiring and beautiful to see everyone’s words and to read their stories. I am a bit late to the party, but here is my one little word post!

      http://krugthethinker.com/2012/01/my-one-little-word-for-2012/

      My word is grateful. It’s everything I want to be!

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    88. Jennifer says:
      Jan 26, 2012 at 9:17 am

      I didn’t see the add link button to add my word of the year, but it’s, Reverie :) I want to make time to simply get lost in reverie. What a wonderful idea to have us choose a word of the year! I enjoy your creative, beautiful blog. Thank you for sharing.

      Reply

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