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{Bring it on 2016}

January 1, 2016

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Happy New Year! I cannot believe it is already 2016.  It seems it was just January last year.

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I have selected my own word for 2016 and after much contemplation…I decided on the word “shine”.

shine
verb \ˈshīn\
Simple Definition of shine

: to give off light
: to have a smooth surface that reflects light
: to be very good or successful at an activity

I am learning to accept being different then I was before. It is not easy, but I try to remind myself of how far I have come in 1.5 years and the alternative (not being alive still)…so shine seems like a good word because it will make me “accept” the “new” me and to do things to the best of my ability.

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Photo from Facebook
 * I do NOT know the original source of this photo *

This was on a friend’s Facebook wall and I had to share it. It holds true for everyone, but especially for those that are struggling. Thank you for another year of encouragement and for your recent well wishes. I had to see the doctor after the vaccines. I had a localized reaction on one arm (which I was able to control with ice/evalating and not steroids) and they feel that since I have immunity problems and it was my first flu shot I reacted severely. I will NEVER get one again, no matter how life threatening it is (being a stroke survivor they want them yearly). The sad part is in order to work with patients at the hospital I will have to do this yearly. I will have to find another way to outreach.

Now, may 2016 bring each and everyone of you peace and prosperity and lots of CREATIVE mojo! I hope to show you NEW creations very soon!

Bring it on 2016!

Filed in: stroke recovery • by Sugar Lump Studios • 12 Comments

About Sugar Lump Studios

I am a dabbler. I love to create using all sorts of mediums...pattern papers, stamping, fabric, assemblage, collage, altered art, a never ending smattering of whatever strikes my fancy in whimsical moments. I find creating allows my soul to be fulfilled and love to spend hours in the studio.

Comments

  1. Linda K

    January 1, 2016 at 12:52 pm

    What a wonderful word you chose Nancy! Love the photo and words too. Here’s wishing you a very happy, creative New Year and may you shine each and every day!

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  2. Betty

    January 1, 2016 at 2:06 pm

    What a great word you’ve chosen for the coming year – love the photos too (especially the crown) – and may His light shine upon you in 2016

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  3. Jenny Petricek

    January 1, 2016 at 6:33 pm

    Shine–what a perfect, awesome word to embody this new year! Looking forward to seeing how this word and concept manifest itself in your life and work in the following year!

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  4. Julia - Vintage with Laces

    January 2, 2016 at 2:26 am

    Wishing you a happy, creative and successful 2016, Nancy. May your health improve more and more over the next months.
    Positive thoughts to you,
    Julia

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  5. Jacky S

    January 2, 2016 at 3:26 am

    Happy New Year

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  6. Dorthe

    January 2, 2016 at 6:56 am

    Dear Nancy,

    I think you are brave, strong and you shine, -shine with your way of staying positive, and fighting. Shine with your beautiful art, and your kindness .
    Happy New Year ,and all the best!!
    Hugs,Dorthe

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  7. Sue

    January 2, 2016 at 10:58 am

    Hi Nancy. A great word, but in my book you have always shined and always will! Happy New Year! Hugs, Sue

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  8. donna joy

    January 3, 2016 at 4:14 pm

    i used to get flu shots-then one yr got sick after getting it. never got another~thank you for all your inspiration!

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  9. Terry

    January 4, 2016 at 9:56 am

    Happy New Year to you, Nancy! Shine is a great word to share and my dear you always shine! Guess what we went and did just before Christmas? We went to Green Bay/Appleton area and put an offer in on a house! We will be neighbors! Hugs!

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  10. Gaby Bee

    January 6, 2016 at 9:12 am

    Dear Nancy, hope that 2016 will bring you health, happiness, joy, peace and an endless stream of creativity! Happy New Year!

    Hugs, Gaby

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  11. Karen O

    January 6, 2016 at 12:18 pm

    Oh Nancy, you shine ‘big time’ friend~
    Following your blog the last couple years has graced me with watching your strength and resilience and Shine!
    And Of Course, your Beautiful crafts and creations!
    I look forward to your posts and am encouraged and blessed by you~
    Wishing you a great 2016 – Shine On girl
    ~Karen O

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  12. Deb ~ Paxton Valley Folk Art

    January 6, 2016 at 5:27 pm

    Dear Nancy, wishing you and yours joy, creativity and good health in this New Year. Your One Word for 2016 is so perfect, you do indeed ‘shine’ in everything you do and I thank you for sharing it with us all. I am so sorry to hear that you had such an adverse reaction to the vaccine and that it will prevent you from working at the hospital but hope you can find another way to help and support your fellow stroke survivors, you have so much goodness to share! Deb xo

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