In October I posted about choosing a word for each year. Did you read it? If not, go back and check it out. I’ll wait here. Oh hey, you’re back. What did you think? Do you do something similar?
As we are wrapping up the last few days of 2018, I think I have a word in mind for 2019. I have to admit that I’m waffling a bit though. I tend to overthink everything. With this in particular, I want to make sure I represent the word well. I also want it to challenge me a little, make me grow in areas I wouldn’t have necessarily thought I needed to .
In 2019, I want to really put myself out there with my writing. I want to jump, take a flying leap. A leap of faith that is. My scars are worn proudly because I have fought long and hard to be the woman I am today. I have a voice and it needs to be heard. I have a story that needs to be told. If you know me, you know that I tend to be a little timid at first. Once I get comfortable though, watch out.
I saw a picture with a quote by Erin Hanson. It immediately resonated with me and I had to share it here. Not only did the quote touch me but the image of this angel as well. This beautiful angel looks as though she is fresh from a battle. Her clothes are dirty and worn, her hand looks to be wrapped with a dingy, makeshift bandage, even her wings look a little tattered. She could easily represent my spirit. The demons I have fought, and won, have given me more than freedom. These victories have sparked a fire within my soul to use my voice to help others fight their demons, win their battles, and wear their scars proudly.
What are the words I am waffling between? One is “fly” like the quote above. The other is “bold” like being confident and courageous. What are your thoughts on this topic? What are your opinions of my word? If you picked a word, what is it?
Stay tuned here to find out which word I decide to pursue in the new year.
Embrace The Beautiful Mess That You Are 