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Across the Fence:  Word of the year  |
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Jokamartell
True Blue Farmgirl
1542 Posts
Karen
Kennewick
WA
USA
1542 Posts |
 Posted - Jan 01 2024 : 2:50:30 PM
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Happy New Year, sisters! :)
Am wondering if anyone chooses a word of the year to focus on? I have in the past…I haven’t picked one yet, or better yet, had a word pick me. I’m just curious if any of you do so. If yes, what’s your word?
Karen :)
To quote one of my past preschoolers “Not one of those Karens, but a good Karen”! Haha |
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Blessed in Colorado
True Blue Farmgirl
6583 Posts
Debbie L.
Oregon
USA
6583 Posts |
Posted - Jan 01 2024 : 3:57:21 PM
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Yes, Karen I have done it in the past but it has been awhile. Something I need to think about, thank you.
Big Hugs,
Debbie
#1582
Blessed in Oregon
With Colorado on My Mind
Farmgirl of the Month September 2012, February 2018, September 2022
“My altars are My Mountains
and the Ocean.” Lord Byron”
When I am Old I Shall Wear Purple, I am Old now!!
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Jokamartell
True Blue Farmgirl
1542 Posts
Karen
Kennewick
WA
USA
1542 Posts |
Posted - Jan 01 2024 : 5:13:39 PM
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Keep me posted, Debbie, what what you decide! :)
Karen :)
To quote one of my past preschoolers “Not one of those Karens, but a good Karen”! Haha |
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YellowRose
True Blue Farmgirl
6917 Posts
Sara
Paris
TX
USA
6917 Posts |
Posted - Jan 02 2024 : 05:35:01 AM
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Peace, it's the same word I have hung on to for the past seven years. It gets me through the day.
Hugs, Sara "FarmGirl Sister" #6034 Aug 2014
FGOTM Sept 2015 - Feb 2019 - Oct 2023
Lord put your arm around my shoulders & your hand over my mouth.
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Blessed in Colorado
True Blue Farmgirl
6583 Posts
Debbie L.
Oregon
USA
6583 Posts |
Posted - Jan 02 2024 : 09:09:50 AM
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Karen I have chosen my Word for the Year:
Joy
a feeling of great pleasure and happiness.
"tears of joy"
I wish to be more joyful, to show and give others Joy as well.
Big Hugs,
Debbie
#1582
Blessed in Oregon
With Colorado on My Mind
Farmgirl of the Month September 2012, February 2018, September 2022
“My altars are My Mountains
and the Ocean.” Lord Byron”
When I am Old I Shall Wear Purple, I am Old now!!
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nndairy
True Blue Farmgirl
3075 Posts
Heather
Wapakoneta
Ohio
USA
3075 Posts |
Posted - Jan 02 2024 : 2:53:43 PM
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My word for this year is achieve.
~Heather
Farmgirl Sister #4701
September 2014 Farmgirl of the Month
"The purpose of life is to enjoy every moment" - Yogi teabag
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debbieklann
Sharpshooter/Schoolmarm
767 Posts
Debbie
Madras
OR
USA
767 Posts |
Posted - Jan 02 2024 : 3:49:04 PM
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I love that, Sara....peace would be easy to put on repeat in my mind.
Heather, that is an excellent choice!!
I have decided to choose "focus".
I need to focus on being in the moment, of whatever I am doing.
Debbie Klann
Farmgirl Sister #770
2018 Farmgirl of the Year
"Well behaved women seldom make history"....Laurel Thatcher Ulrich |
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levisgrammy
True Blue Farmgirl
9324 Posts
Denise
Beavercreek
Ohio
USA
9324 Posts |
Posted - Jan 02 2024 : 4:33:51 PM
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Karen,
Yes and my word for this year is self control.
~Denise
Sister #43~1/18/2007
"I am a bookaholic and I have no desire to be cured." 
"Home is where we find comfort, security, memories, friendship, hospitality, and above all, family. It is the place that deserves our commitment and loyalty." William J. Bennett
"Thy Word is a lamp unto my feet and a light unto my path." Psalm 119:105
http://www.ladybugsandlilacs.blogspot.com/
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Cissik
True Blue Farmgirl
578 Posts
Sylvia
Kent
WA
USA
578 Posts |
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Jokamartell
True Blue Farmgirl
1542 Posts
Karen
Kennewick
WA
USA
1542 Posts |
Posted - Jan 02 2024 : 6:34:39 PM
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Everyone has such great words! :) Joy was my word a few years ago, Debbie. Sarah, I love peace! :) Heather, achieve seems like a perfect fit for you! Debbie K…focus! That is great word! Denise, boy oh boy…I wish I had some self control! lol. Sylvia, we all need more kindness in the world, don’t we? Thanks for sharing your words with me…I’m not in a huge hurry to find mine but I will share when I do! :)
Karen :)
To quote one of my past preschoolers “Not one of those Karens, but a good Karen”! Haha |
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suny58
True Blue Farmgirl
4365 Posts
Dianna
Jack
Al.
USA
4365 Posts |
Posted - Jan 02 2024 : 8:06:35 PM
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A very special farmsister gave me a devotional book back on my birthday. I've waited until the first of the year to begin it Karen. The introductory reads as follows: "We can choose joy everyday when we rely on God to be our source.When we focus on things we're grateful for, satisfaction in life increases, comparisons cease, unnecessary pursuits pause and we begin to notice the little things that matter. Life, breath, stillness, kindness, beauty. This is where we find a deep connection with God. Meditate on things that produce life and peace, experience the goodness of His presence."
My word this year is Trust. Its going to be even harder this year with all the anxiety, people going hyper wierd, etc. I'm going to keep my eyes on Jesus, His Word and the beauty of life despite the chaos.....and TRUST.
I pray for anyone reading this to experience the peace that passes understanding in whatever situation you find yourself in.
Farmgirl #7103
FGOTM January 2018
Dianna
"Blessed are they that see beautiful things in humble places, where other people see nothing." Pissarro |
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debbieklann
Sharpshooter/Schoolmarm
767 Posts
Debbie
Madras
OR
USA
767 Posts |
Posted - Jan 02 2024 : 8:20:59 PM
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That passage is really beautiful, Dianna!
Debbie Klann
Farmgirl Sister #770
2018 Farmgirl of the Year
"Well behaved women seldom make history"....Laurel Thatcher Ulrich |
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JennRap
True Blue Farmgirl
165 Posts
Jennifer
Sonora
CA
USA
165 Posts |
Posted - Jan 02 2024 : 9:17:21 PM
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God Wins!
Jennifer Rapoza
California - Idaho
Taking Life One Step at A Time by the grace of God! |
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suny58
True Blue Farmgirl
4365 Posts
Dianna
Jack
Al.
USA
4365 Posts |
Posted - Jan 03 2024 : 05:06:52 AM
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Yippee Jen! Ty Debbie!
Farmgirl #7103
FGOTM January 2018
Dianna
"Blessed are they that see beautiful things in humble places, where other people see nothing." Pissarro |
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laurzgot
True Blue Farmgirl
1669 Posts
Laurie
Alvin
Texas
USA
1669 Posts |
Posted - Jan 03 2024 : 07:22:20 AM
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My word is Blessed. I have been using this word for a while now. Just think how blessed we all are.
Hugs,
Laurie
Country girl at heart
"Smile and be yourself everyday."
Sister #8572 6/9/2023
FGOTM- July 2023
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suny58
True Blue Farmgirl
4365 Posts
Dianna
Jack
Al.
USA
4365 Posts |
Posted - Jan 03 2024 : 07:32:02 AM
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Indeed Laurie! Indeed!
Farmgirl #7103
FGOTM January 2018
Dianna
"Blessed are they that see beautiful things in humble places, where other people see nothing." Pissarro |
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MaryJanesNiece
True Blue Farmgirl
6932 Posts
Krista
Utah
USA
6932 Posts |
Posted - Jan 03 2024 : 1:13:22 PM
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Karen, I think the word I would choose this year is embrace. Since my little guy will be turning 2 next month, it makes me really think about how fast time flies. How quickly Christmas and the New Year just flew by. With him being my last baby I want to really embrace every moment with him and be present in each moment. And expand that to my whole family. I want to embrace every hug and story from my kids and every silly drawing they hang on the fridge. I want to embrace every conversation and journey my husband and I have this year. I want to embrace all my interactions and swaps that I share with all the amazing farmgirls here. I want to slow down and embrace all the love around me.
Krista |
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Blessed in Colorado
True Blue Farmgirl
6583 Posts
Debbie L.
Oregon
USA
6583 Posts |
Posted - Jan 03 2024 : 1:51:24 PM
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Krista that is so Beautiful!
I love everyone’s words and I am enjoying reading why you chose the word you did.
100 badges a year as a group not individually, I know our Wildflowers can and will do it. We all have heart, we love a challenge!
Thank you again Heather for an amazing idea.
Big Hugs,
Debbie
#1582
Blessed in Oregon
With Colorado on My Mind
Farmgirl of the Month September 2012, February 2018, September 2022
“My altars are My Mountains
and the Ocean.” Lord Byron”
When I am Old I Shall Wear Purple, I am Old now!!
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
17161 Posts
Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
17161 Posts |
Posted - Jan 03 2024 : 6:44:06 PM
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For me, it will be... "Listen"...
Listen to what people say, or don't say...
Listen to Nature,
Listen to laughter,
Listen to music,
Listen to rain..
Listen to silence...
Just stop and listen,,, without interrupting... learn from listening from the words and sounds around me.. and be grateful for the ability to listen.
>^..^<
Happiness is being a katmom and Glamping Diva!
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Jokamartell
True Blue Farmgirl
1542 Posts
Karen
Kennewick
WA
USA
1542 Posts |
Posted - Jan 03 2024 : 7:38:53 PM
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Some many amazing stories. Thank you so much for sharing with me. After chatting with John, I’ve decided on my word…Wellness… this will encompass all things, physical, emotional, spiritual, mental. I h have had some less than stellar results from blood tests (and after my surgery this past summer) I want to bring wellness into my life. :)
Karen :)
To quote one of my past preschoolers “Not one of those Karens, but a good Karen”! Haha |
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Red Tractor Girl
True Blue Farmgirl
6592 Posts
Winnie
Gainesville
Fl
USA
6592 Posts |
Posted - Jan 05 2024 : 3:50:36 PM
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These are all great words to focus on this year! It is hard to choose just one and maybe the right word is person dependent due to what has been going on her life. I need to give this some thought because my mind goes blank when I say to myself, just one word. We shall see what bubbles up.
Winnie #3109
Red Tractor Girl
Farm Sister of the Year 2014-2015
FGOTM- October 2018 |
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Jokamartell
True Blue Farmgirl
1542 Posts
Karen
Kennewick
WA
USA
1542 Posts |
Posted - Jan 05 2024 : 6:47:26 PM
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Winnie, you can make it what you want it to be. It doesn’t have to be just one. Make a list…if you have 12 that speck to you, think of doing a word a month. :)
Karen :)
To quote one of my past preschoolers “Not one of those Karens, but a good Karen”! Haha |
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Wanda Sue
True Blue Farmgirl
1158 Posts
Wanda
Murrells Inlet
SC
USA
1158 Posts |
Posted - Jan 05 2024 : 6:52:33 PM
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Well my word is ‘determined’, as in, I am determined to complete some PhD’s and badges this year, along with a few other goals I have set for this year.
A day hemmed in prayer is less likely to unravel.
Farm Girl #3677
FGOTM August 2022 |
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MBurns
True Blue Farmgirl
1793 Posts
Marlene
Swisher
IA
USA
1793 Posts |
Posted - Jan 06 2024 : 07:56:41 AM
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These words are all amazing. Mine would be hope and faith. Faith and hope help you survive most difficult situations.
Farmgirl friends are fun. Farmgirl of the month 8/2016 and 9/2019
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treelady
True Blue Farmgirl
2306 Posts
Julie
Medina
ND
USA
2306 Posts |
Posted - Jan 09 2024 : 09:44:41 AM
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After much thought of what I want this year to be for me I have chosen the word Less. Less time wasted worrying about things out of my control. Less time working and more time spent with those I love. Less time doing the things I really don’t like and doing more of which I do. Less stuff to clutter up my home, making it easier to clean and utilizing what I have. Less screen time and more book time. The list is endless.
A little rain can straighten a flower stem. A little love can change a life.
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debbieklann
Sharpshooter/Schoolmarm
767 Posts
Debbie
Madras
OR
USA
767 Posts |
Posted - Jan 09 2024 : 09:52:09 AM
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Julie, that is a great word! I’m definitely going to be more aware of screen time. I look back at it and ask myself, what did I learn? Was that wasted time worth it??? The answer is always no.
Debbie Klann
Farmgirl Sister #770
2018 Farmgirl of the Year
"Well behaved women seldom make history"....Laurel Thatcher Ulrich |
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Across the Fence: Word of the year |
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