Like many Slicers, my first Slice of Life post of 2016 is my One Little Word. I always claim I don;t make resolutions, and that New Years for me is in September, but I like writing a One Little Word post. I think of it as a course correction to get me back on track
The end of 2015 was hard, losing my dad and my dog. And I felt driven through much of that year, hoping and actively seeking a new job, serving on the Morris Committee, beginning my new job. I want to feel less driven in 2016, so my OLW for 2016 is contentment.
Having worked hard to “get what I wanted” I want to take some time to relax and enjoy whatever comes my way. Although I greatly enjoyed serving on the Morris Committee, I want the serendipity of reading whatever I find at the library. Now that I have the job I sought so actively, I want to enjoy being that teacher.
I am an introvert by nature and I think a lot of 2015 put me out of my comfort zone. I had to be more extroverted than I am by nature. I want to reclaim my introversion and just be happy with what I have, where I live and work. I am sure I will find something that will catch my fancy and will let it weep me up, but for now, I am content with life and I just want to embrace that for a while.
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Adrienne, I love your word for 2016. I haven’t picked one yet, still struggling to pick just one. Sigh. Maybe next week. 🙂 Great post! I’m stopping over from A Slice of Life. 🙂
Love your word. It seems that so often we are striving for the next “gotta have” that we forget to look at what we do have and be content with that.
That sounds wonderful!! I especially like that you’re embracing your introvertedness. It sounds like you need time to recharge!
Adrienne,
I love this. What a perfect word after a tumultuous 2015. Enjoy your contentment!
Contentment after loss sounds perfect.
Contentment is a wonderful word. This reminds me that I should also pick an OLW. Best of luck with your word!
It’s a great word – I hope it serves you well this year!
Such a GOOD word, and the truth is, you really do deserve contentment.
Our words and thoughts are very similar – embracing life right where I am. That is my goal!
A word that fills one with warmth and peace – perfect!
DO take the time to enjoy everything you’ve worked for this year. You deserve it!