When it came time to set a theme for 2013, I gave a lot of
thought to what’s important to me – what I’m passionate about. Every time I
thought about it, animals topped the list. I’d donated funds to animal causes
all my adult life. It was time to actively participate in some way as well.
Another passion bubbled towards the top too. As much as I enjoyed the
remodeling project (hubby and I work well
together on household projects), I sorely missed playing in my craft room
and being creative. I can count on one hand the number of times I tinkered in
my craft room last year – and I told myself it would receive higher priority
this year. So, animals, volunteering and craft time all floated about in my
head for days as I tossed around themes. Suddenly the other day a word popped
up that, at first so simple, I nearly dismissed it. Further consideration,
however, revealed it to be perfect. The universe seems to agree because ever
since I selected it, I see this word and its message everywhere.
DO
I know, simple, right? I like the message of JUST DO IT, but
don’t want to always be thinking about Nike, so that’s out. DOING IT is great because
it’s active, but might be misinterpreted and I don’t want to get a bunch of
blog hits/comments from folks thinking it’s suggestive in nature. Nope – DO
was/is it. Plus, I’m a planner and can get so wrapped up in researching,
planning and thinking through all possible options, that I’m tired of a project
before I even start it, or have allowed fear to tell me how I won’t succeed so
why start, etc. DO is what I need to DO.
When it hit me how it plays perfectly into my blog and business name, it sealed
the deal. Sweet.
So, what am I going to do? You’ll see that over the course
of the year. For now, if you’d like to learn more about annual themes, check
out Christi’s blog. You can also visit the blog of the talented Debi Minter for inspiration.
I’ll leave you with this fitting TED Talk I discovered today
from Young-ha Kim:
Believe,
Di
2 comments:
Does this mean I get to play with you again soon? I will be creating on fridays for sure. Let me know if and when you would like to play! ....sheila
What a wonderful post, Di! I'm inspired by how you are bringing so many of your passions and joys together with your theme. And I love the simplicity and focus of "DO" - such a great reminder for those of us who love to "plan" and sometimes forget to actually "do". :-) Thank you for generously sharing your art and the thoughts behind it through your blog. It's fantastic!
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