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My Word of the Year

January 8, 2014 by Cassie 22 Comments

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So far this week has been all about goals and this amazing new year that we are already in.  Monday I shared my personal goals (by the way, I just finished The Glass Castle, so I am rocking my goals so far!), and yesterday I shared my house goals.  Today there will be a bit of introspection as I share my word for 2014.  It took me until today to share it although I had been thinking about it for the last couple weeks.  Monday, as I drove home from my Sweet Clover management meeting, it hit me.

I had been searching for the right word to capture what I was feeling, which was a sense that I needed to commit myself to the things I want to do, including work at Sweet Clover, the blog, and everything in between. The Fall was so busy and I felt that when I was “all in” I was overwhelmed, and when I wasn’t I was disappointed in myself for not being my best.  I thought about “commitment” as my word, but that sounds so much more like an obligation and something I have to do rather than something that makes my heart beat faster.  I contemplated the word “work” but it seemed so lackluster.

The last few years have been so much about “the dream”- working simply towards the realization.  I mean that in an all encompassing way- the house, the country life, the shop, the blog…. it’s all been in its “realizing the dream” stage for a while.

Now, here we are in 2014, and life is wonderful…. we have a house we love in a place we love,  I have a business doing what I love, and lastly, I write about it all and share with you.  But these things are all in their fledgling stage and will not grow or improve or become what I need them to be without something more than just passion.  This year is all about pushing myself to make each of these the best they can be, while being the best I can be.  And that, my friends, takes…..

DEDICATION

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  1. Andrea says

    January 8, 2014 at 12:04 pm

    Great word Cassie. As far as I’m concerned, you are one of the most dedicated people I know. And I know you certainly have to love what you do to be dedicated. You are off to a great start this year, my friend!

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  2. Julia Konya says

    January 8, 2014 at 12:15 pm

    Hey that’s not what we talked about yesterday LOL! This word is quite the opposite haha!

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  3. Dana Frieling says

    January 8, 2014 at 1:14 pm

    I would certainly use this word to describe you already! May you deepen your dedication this year and see the fruits of your labor, sweet friend.

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  4. pam {simple details} says

    January 8, 2014 at 1:34 pm

    Wishing you all the dedication you can squeeze out of that energetic little body, Cassie!!

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  5. Cathy Wall says

    January 8, 2014 at 1:51 pm

    The perfect word Cassie and knowing you, it will become what you are this year, can’t wait to watch it unfold!

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  6. Sharon @ Elizabeth & Co. says

    January 8, 2014 at 2:08 pm

    Sounds perfect Cassie!

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  7. Amber Wills says

    January 8, 2014 at 2:29 pm

    I can’t think of anyone more dedicated than you! Seriously girl you’re the most productive person I know. It’s amazing. This year is going to be awesome!

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  8. [email protected] says

    January 8, 2014 at 2:31 pm

    Perfect word for a new year 🙂 xo K

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  9. Kelly @ A Swell Place to Dwell says

    January 8, 2014 at 2:47 pm

    Good word! I think it fits you perfectly.

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  10. Vintage Prairie Style says

    January 8, 2014 at 3:47 pm

    yes it does cassie – so go get ’em.

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  11. 17 Perth says

    January 8, 2014 at 4:32 pm

    Yes, yes, yes!!! It is absolutely perfect Cassie!! I think it is a great word and fits you–and where you are so perfectly! And no doubt you will rock it!!

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  12. Laurie from Laurie Jones Home says

    January 8, 2014 at 4:52 pm

    I agree with some of the other comments…dedication is a word I think you’re already really great at!!! I’ve said it before but I think it’s going to be a big year for ya!! xo L

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  13. Dear Emmeline says

    January 8, 2014 at 5:21 pm

    Amen. I’ve been feeling the same way. Pulled in so many directions and not really sure I’m giving my best at any of them. I personally need to find balance and one of the ways I’d like to do that is to take some time planning/scheduling/ and writing realistic goals for all the areas I want to work on.

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  14. Rita says

    January 8, 2014 at 5:39 pm

    Here’s to you and your DEDICATED new year!! I celebrate you 🙂

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  15. Miss Charming says

    January 8, 2014 at 5:46 pm

    I haven’t decided on a word to reflect my outlook for the year yet. I think I’m still trying to define which direction I’m heading in.

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  16. Gabbi @ Retro Ranch Reno says

    January 8, 2014 at 9:04 pm

    What a perfect word for your year! 🙂

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  17. Fiona, LilyfieldLife says

    January 8, 2014 at 10:33 pm

    A perfect word for you!

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  18. Caitlin @ Desert Domicile says

    January 8, 2014 at 10:52 pm

    Such a great word! So perfect and fitting for you too 🙂

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  19. Renee says

    January 8, 2014 at 11:22 pm

    Wow, just read through ALL of your goals…you will be a busy gal! I just started with one on my blog…I’m such a slacker.

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  20. Good Time Charlie says

    January 9, 2014 at 4:52 am

    I love this word. That is the perfect word for your goals and where you are heading. Working my way backward with posts!

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  21. Tiffany says

    January 10, 2014 at 3:31 am

    What a great word! Dedication. Perfect!

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