Monday, January 3, 2011

Word for the Year

SOLIDIFY
to unite firmly 
consolidate
become crystallized

This is the word I've chosen for 2011.  It represents a certain steadiness.  Clarity. 

Do you ever feel like you have too many irons in the fire?
I have felt this way many times.

  This year feels different.

It always helps me to write out my goals for the new year.
It feels like a fresh start and gives a greater sense of purpose.
I am excited about this year.

   Having several irons in the fire can be a good thing.  Passion and creativity are powerful forces.  They keep us moving forward and excited about life.  Focusing on a few of those irons is where I'm at right now. 

It's steadier.  More certain.
 Feels right.
Focused passion is a powerful thing.

I can't wait to see what 2011 will bring!
Clarity, unity and solidity are looking good this year.

Choosing a word for the year is so motivating.  Check out these fabulous blogs. They may help you choose your word for the year...
  

Friday, December 31, 2010

Happy New Year!

Here’s to the bright New Year, 
and a fond farewell to the old; 
here’s to the things that are yet to come,
and to the memories that we hold.  
(Author unknown)


Ring in the new year safely, enjoy those you love, and hopefully steal a midnight kiss!

Happy New Year,
Laurie 

Wednesday, December 29, 2010

What's New

What's new for you in 2011?
Some of my goals for the new year include:
Eat Clean
Work out consistently
Open an etsy shop
Spend quality time with extended family
Spend more time in the studio
Save more
Finish home decor projects and start some new ones!...

Looking at beautiful images is a great way to find
inspiration for completing those projects.
    Here are some of the trends I've come across for
home decor in 2011...

 
From Ikea...



 House and Home...

A little purple...
A bit of blue...


A splash of color...

Beautiful neutrals...

What do you hope to accomplish in the new year?

May 2011 find you chasing new dreams and living life to the fullest!
Laurie

Image one - House Beautiful Magazine
Images two, three, four, five - Ikea
Image six - House and Home
Images seven, eight, ten, eleven, thirteen - The Bella Life Blog
Image fourteen - Restoration Hardware

Friday, December 24, 2010

Merry Christmas


Wishing you a very Merry Christmas!
xoxo,
Laurie