Welcome to Watercooler Wednesday, where the water is above-average, the topics are bubbly, and the company is sparkling.
We’re all shiny-new in the first flush of our 2012 goals, optimistic about the new year. In the writing community, I’ve read about goals that reflect my own: taking command of one’s schedule; finishing that work-in-progress; blogging more often; learning more about our craft; connecting with others on social media. Then there are the eat-better/exercise-more/quit-smoking kind of goals. All worthy pursuits, and many of them not easy.
But what about the unspoken goals? You know, the ones that seem to be no-brainers, because they are so important that we don’t need to state them in order to make sure we stick to them this year.
Or do we?
Here are a few unspoken goals for your consideration:
1. I will laugh more.
2. I will take time to appreciate nature.
3. I will count my blessings.
4. I will hug more.
5. I will look up at the stars from time to time.
And, finally, what about this unspoken goal?
I will save a life.
Not a realistic goal, you say? Perhaps you make more of an impact in the world than you think. What despondent stranger will you inspire today, with a kind word or act? What black sheep relative who’s difficult to get along with will you reach out to? What student ready to drop out of class will you work with? What frightened child’s hand will you hold?
Here’s something most of us will likely never do, but is inspiring, nevertheless:
Humpback Whale rescue
What are your unspoken goals? I’d love to hear from you.
Here’s to a successful year of goals – spoken and unspoken – attained!
Until next time,
Kathy
Great list, Kathy. Thanks for reminding us.
Thank you, Kerry! That means a lot. 🙂
I loved this post, Kathy! The kitties made me laugh and everything else made me sigh with pleasure. Thanks for the reminder and have a wonderful new year!
I thought that was too cute to pass up. Thanks, Jill for your support and best wishes – all the same to you!
Fantastic pictures, Kathy! (I ALWAYS like your words. 🙂 )
Aww, thanks, Jenny! Your words are amazing – I’m inspired by you. 🙂
Love this post, Kathy. Reminding ourselves of these often unmentioned, but vital, goals can go a long way toward their happening. Thanks for uplifting us. 🙂
I’m so glad, August – I have to remind myself of this sort of thing a lot. I can get to-do list driven at times. Thanks for visiting!
I’ve had to rescue my kitty from the top of a 25-foot tree, so maybe I’ve already saved a life! Thank you, Kathy. This is was just lovely.
I would say so, Debra! Why DO they get themselves in places they can’t get out of? Maybe that’s why I like cats. 😉 Thanks for your support!
Great pics and beautiful video. thanks for sharing. Whales are so amazing. I saw them in Boston for the first time, I was so moved. Amazing.
Louise, I remember my first whale watch, out of Nantucket – just breath-taking. They are so large, yet not aggressive. I felt rather small and vulnerable – and humbled – next to them. It was a mama and her 2 calves. Thanks!
I will work on my book a little every day until it is born. And I will plan this bar mitzvah.
Renee, it sounds like this bar mitzvah is super-stressing you! Maybe some of the family can pitch in and take some of the burden off your shoulders, so you can enjoy this momentous occasion. You must be so proud of your son! Thanks for taking the time to stop by, and good luck!
What a fantastic post Kathy and so true…the unspoken goals are as important to our life and happiness as all the others. I love yours and how you captured them. And that video – OMG – I cried. So beautiful!
Some of mine, to adopt an attitude of gratitude, to see the good in people, to hope for the best, to love myself as best as I can and to be authentic.
Here’s to a great 2012!
Those are great “quality” goals, Natalie! And I have a hard time thinking of you ever being inauthentic! Thanks for your support.
Unspoken goals–this is a great thing to consider!!! Love your photo pics too.
Thanks, Coleen!
Love the way you did this Kathy! And I love your list. Thank you for sharing. Like the new profile picture too! 🙂
Oh, thank you so much, Debra! Sometimes the pics inspire the post, and vice versa. Glad you stopped by!