Happy New Year!
As I was getting over how fast 2023 went by, I realized it was time to choose a word and a song for 2024. Since they’re so closely linked this year, I thought I’d cover them in one post for a change.
A light box marquee with the word: SHINE.
My 2024 word of the year is: Shine.
Shine in the sense of: don’t hide my light. Shine with my very own brand of brightness, authenticity and energy. I don’t know about you, but over the years, I’ve been told in one way or another that I’m either too much or not enough. This word encourages and reminds me to bring my light no matter what – and that it’s not arrogant or “showing off” to present and share my talents.
My 2024 song of the year is: “Raise Your Glass” (Pink).
I’ve never been much of a party person, but I love the ‘let your freak flag fly’ message to all the underdogs out there, me included. Like “shine”, it’s an invitation to be – and celebrate – your authentic self, unapologetically and unashamedly. And how by being your own special brand of freak, as isolating as it can be at times, you can even find your own tribe of misfit toys in the process.
Content warning: Mature languages and situations; some adults may be offended.
What’s your word and/or song for this year?
life with more cowbell 
Shine ! I raised my glass to that one . Thank you for expressing and allowing us into you. Bless!
Thank you! Glad you enjoyed.
Thanks, V!