What is one word to describe your 2011? Why does that word sum up your year? (We’ll be writing about our one word for 2012 later, so just focus on this year!)
I couldn’t resist following along with the blog girls. These questions are difficult for me to answer. All the more reason to participate.
The word for 2011 would be: Mistakes. I don’t mean for that to sound negative as I’m a firm believer in making lots of mistakes. I believe that mistakes are essential to growth and knowledge. I learned a lot this year.
I made a lot of mistakes this year. A lot. I had lots of failed ideas. I started way too many projects. I didn’t have a plan. I stopped and started so many times. I got people involved in my big ideas. I said yes when I should have said no. I trusted way too easily. I said more than I should have on more than one occasion. I let go of my privacy. I let my ideals and virtues slide. I took shortcuts and skipped steps. I put my self-worth in the hands of others. I let anger and hurt linger too long. I can’t think of another recent year where I’ve made more mistakes and I’m thankful that I can see them for what they are. I’m forgiving myself.
