This post is part of the One Little Word Blog Hop where members of Ali Edwards’ OLW class share their monthly assignment or something about their word. Each month, on the 1st of the month, I’ll participate and then give you a link to the next in line (see the full list of participants at the end of this post).
I have been remembering my One Little Word (mindful) and trying to focus on doing one thing and one thing only at a time. My goal has been to pay attention to every aspect of an activity or action, down to each movement even, but what I am noticing mostly is how many thoughts come to me while I’m doing something else. I can rush through an entire day without really bodily experiencing it at all. I’m sure you know what I mean.
BUT… when I do focus my mind and fully participate in what my body is doing, boy is it a powerful experience. I am thankful for my body that can maneuver around our kitchen; I marvel at the cool feel of plump raspberries on my fingers or at their tiny “wiskers” that my eyes take in; I rejoice in the explosion of subtle sweetness that fills my mouth. I appreciate where these raspberries grew and their journey to the grocery store around the corner. Just eating one little raspberry is miraculous.
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I’m so glad to be part of this blog hop! Please leave me a comment if you would like to share something. Now, hop along to the next OLW post. She (and each thereafter) will send you on down the list from there until you’ve seen all 46 posts (Gosh, you’re going to be very busy today!). The rest of the participants are listed below. I encourage you to visit every blog for more creative fun.
You can read other posts related to my OLW here.
Naomi www.poeticaperture.com<— You are here.
Melissa http://www.smudgetime.com<— Go here next!
Wow. I’m seeing a theme – we all seem to be fragmented in ways, and are searching for a focus – to do one thing well, before moving on….
Thanks for sharing parts of your journey…
My post didn’t show up so I am trying one more time. Thanks for joining along the blog hop and I really enjoyed your post! Great reminder for me.
Margie, thank you for coordinating such a fun blog hop! I love your page too… pink and brown are my faves!
I loved your description and the reminder to be mindful. I need that reminder. So nice to hear the successes you are having. Thanks for joining in. I loved stopping by.
Hi, i am trying to be more mindful this year too. So far so good, but at times it is hard
Totally beautiful berry pictures. I was going to use ‘attention’ as my word for the year, but for some reason, it didn’t stick. I’m hoping that even though I picked a different word, I will still be attentive and mindful.
I look forward to seeing what you do with your word throughout the year. 😀
Your raspberries are amazing! Welcome to the Blog Hop!
Wow….your raspberry photo is just breathtaking. Love your word and your reflection this month.
Thanks, Lisa. Your blog isn’t connected to your gravatar for some reason, but I want to visit you too.
Lovely post. Mindful was on my shortlist for this year. And those raspberries look so delicious.
awesome! mindful was my word in 2010 – and it was seriously life-changing. 🙂
I can’t wait to go see what you did for it! I could honestly explore your blog all day!
gorgeous photos naomi! that’s what i love about photography – it’s helped me to look at things differently. to pay close attention to everyday miracles that surround us. 🙂 looking forward to seeing more of your photos this year with OLW.:)
Beautiful shot of the raspberries. I try so hard to experience the moment. The little details that are easily missed. I’m looking forward to seeing more of your OLW in the coming months.
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Your photography is absolutely beautiful. It is so true that we often are not fully present in the moments of our life. Great description. Enjoy the journey with your word.
mindful, focus, present… really seem to be a theme this year and speak volumes to our crazy hectic lives. I know just what you mean about living a day without really being there. I too, am trying to live more in the moment.
What beautiful photography! Love all the little details you captured while being mindful! 🙂 It’s the little things… Thanks for the reminder!
Melissa, thanks for stopping by. I just read your Nurture post… your January page is beautiful. My little daughter and I just did this project where we start with little caterpillars and end up with 5 butterflies to release. I was much more into it than I ever thought I’d be. I highly recommend it! I have a blog post on it too from a few days ago.
Your cards are stunning. I’ve subscribed to your blog on Google Reader so I can follow along.
Love your word…it was mine last year! loved it and it’s still very much with me this year!
Thanks, Rebekah. Off to visit you too!
First of all, I love that procrastination quote on your previous post. VERY thought-provoking! Yeah, I so agree about our tendency to go through our day without really paying attention to what we’re doing. Mindful seems a really great word to lead you through the year. I’ll be interested in following your journey with it… Blessings!
I love your word! It is so awesome to be mindful in a meaningful way. I pinned your quote. So beautiful.
Good post, plenty to think about!
wonderful thoughts! being a little more mindful about life is good for all of us… xoxo
Thanks, Jenn! I love how your page came out too and really like your website. I just subscribed on Google Reader so I can follow your creative pursuits. 🙂
Beautiful photographs. Thanks for sharing your journey with your word.