timeless

At the beginning of the year, many of you choose a word to live by. I really like this idea, but haven’t done it before. Perhaps because I feel drawn to too many words!

This year, the word was literally given to me. On my birthday, my husband said he had a word for me. His eyes lit up and he was obviously excited to share it with me.

That word was “timeless”.

When he said it we both got teary eyed. Of course, it was very romantic, yet it seemed to go deeper and touched us deeply. What we have together is timeless, and will last forever … and in my own way I am a bit like that classic black dress: somewhat ageless, reliable, neither in fashion or out of it, and turns out well on any occasion 😉

Inner Reflection

I’m looking forward to really living into being timeless, and exploring the fullness of it’s meaning:

* Timeless is about being open, without boundaries, restrictions or conditions.

* Its about letting go of being constricted by time and being free from its apparent demands.

* Timeless happens in the Now, where time doesn’t exist.

* Its an invitation to connect to the unchanging aspect of one’s Self, inner Being and eternal spirit.

* Its about embracing that which is timeless such as curiosity, love, memories, companionship, enthusiasm, creativity …  and many more meaningful words.

Looks like I really did get many words after all…

73 responses to “* My Word for this Year and Beyond”

  1. ‘Timeless’ is a wonderful word, Val.

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    1. Thank you Jean! I thought so too 😊

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  2. A wonderful word, dear Val! A beautiful reminder gifted to you by your beloved husband of what You are…and what we all are. I’m so happy to be walking, albeit at a geographical distance, this path with you. 🌞 – beacon that you are!💕

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    1. Thank you Carrie for you loving words. Time and distance doesn’t seem to matter at all when it comes to soul connection. 💕

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      1. So very true, yes. 💕

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  3. I love this timeless post, Val. and timeless you.

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    1. Thank you my timeless friend! 💕

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  4. It’s perfect. He really pays attention. 🙂

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    1. Thank you so much Deborah! 💛

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  5. Ah, a perfect word to remind you of the beauty of all time — enjoy! Lovely post Val, and inspiring.

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    1. Timeless as a reminder of beauty of all time…. I live this Jet. Thank you! xo

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  6. A perfect word for you, Val! So lovely that your husband came up with it.
    Hmm. Might have to come up with one of my own. xo

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    1. Thank’s Jennifer for your kind words. He’s getting quite pleased with all the indirect attention!

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  7. Here’s to being chronologically unchallenged – sláinte. H ❤

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    1. Thanks for the encouragement. Cheers to you Hariod! 🌞

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  8. What a beautiful Gift.. Timeless, Which we all are… 🙂 and I love it.. as I do your new look 🙂 ❤

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    1. Thank you Sue on all counts!! 💕

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  9. Beautiful Val! To me, timeless also means, I stay the same, true to my values, no matter the current fad. Love that your husband gave you this word. ❤
    Diana xo

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    1. Yes, I love that too Diana. Thank you!

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  10. It could be said that “timeless” is the state of mind that we are in when we remain in the present. And to be very predicatable, living in the present is one of the key learnings from our dogs! Happy New Year to you and all your readers.

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    1. (Smiling) I thought you might say something like this. Thank you Paul!

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      1. Always predictable when it comes from Learning from Dogs! 😉

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        1. There’s so much there Paul! I’m feeling a bit guilty I haven’t open up your book yet. No excuse, other than a pile I got for Christmas 😉

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          1. Please don’t feel guilty. I shall be happy to wait until you have read it and then would be delighted to hear how you found it. Thanks Val.

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  11. What a great word to live by! And a great compliment by your husband. I’m glad your relationship and life are timeless. That sounds to me like a great way to live.

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    1. Thank you Russ. I am indeed very lucky and grateful! 💛

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  12. I love the story of how your word came about, Val! It’s perfect for you. ❤

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  13. What a wonderful story! Thanks for sharing. A word for the new year as a birthday gift. I am curious which will be more important, your long list of New Year’s resolutions or the single word.

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    1. I don’t have any resolutions Karin.The single word is a personal touchstone to tune in to the timeless aspects of life and inner being. 💛 It also reminds me of the love that surrounds it as it was given.

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      1. Ah, ok, you don’t have any list of reolutions. Thanks for clarifying that. I was thinking of your recent reblog post Boost Your Karma for the New Year and the list that is contained therein. And I was already impressed by that long list. And when I heard of the single word, I was even more impressed and wondering how that would go together. That was a misunderstanding then.

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  14. What a lovely and meaningful gift! Timeless is a great word to live by. Just when I was reading this, a word “fell” on me: seamless. I think I’ll adopt that. It has so many meanings waiting to be discovered 🙂

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    1. Love it Helen! Without seams …. Sounds very comfortable, yet we have to work it’s why we have!

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  15. Good word. In the timeless present, we don’t need a reason to be happy . . . we just are.

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    1. Yes indeed Nancy. And when we recognize something is coming up ( judgment, tension, self doubt etc) we have stepped out of acceptance of this moment. Thank you being here wiTh your spot on observations my friend! xo

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  16. A wonderful word for the year Val. Love your thoughts. To know that even after death, there is no end to love or time.

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    1. So beautifully stated Karen. Thank you 💕

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  17. Val this is a PERFECT word for you. So many times over the past year or two I have found myself stressing about either the past or the future and have been pulled back to the ‘timeless’ present moment by the middle ground of your blog.
    It is your signature 🙂

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    1. Wow – thank you for confirming how congruent a word it is Elizabeth! I really appreciate your grounded approach to life too 💛

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  18. Perfect – it suits you to a T! ;-D

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    1. Thanks Eliza! In really resonates with me 💛

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  19. Absolutely wonderful – this is definitely you Val!

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    1. Wow. Thanks Julie!! I’m beginning to wear it like a sweater 😉

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  20. Walking My Path: Mindful Wanderings in Nature Avatar
    Walking My Path: Mindful Wanderings in Nature

    I love this word.

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    1. Thanks Mary! I love it too 💛

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  21. What a wonderful and perfect word for you Val, as you often write about living in the present and live by this yourself. For me that is a goal to reach and I’m working on it daily and become better for living like that by time.

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    1. Thank you Irene. It is a daily practice to remind ourselves where we are in themoment, and to. let go of the past and the future. 💛

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      1. You are right Val. I find it most easy to stay in the moment together with my animals or when I’m in a creative proces and forget everything about past and future.

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  22. I love that your husband “gave” you a word, Val! I could feel the love that exists between you in this post. Thanks for a super reminder that “time” is an illusion…we only have this moment! ♡♡

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    1. Thank you Lorrie! The word was a lovely gift that’s for sure.
      Here’s to living in the moment 💛

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  23. Love, love, love! Timeless is perfect, as is love! ❤ I haven't been around much, but I do plan to at the end of the week to disclose my "word", actually words, for 2016. Wishing you a blessed year of love and happiness and timeless moments!

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    1. Thank you Suzi! So glad you will be around again 💛

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  24. Love this, Val! Your hubby is a keeper! ❤

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    1. Thanks Julie! He is indeed 😎

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  25. Great to remember that now is all we have! Thank you, Val.<3

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    1. Isn’t though Sunny! May you enjoy each moment as it unfolds without suffering this year 💛

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  26. I think that is PERFECT word for you, and it was meant to be part of your path right now, even I teared up when I read it!! I just love it for you!

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    1. Thank you so much Kate!
      Feel the love ❤️

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    1. Indeed. Thank you Virgilio 💛

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  27. I liked the photo and the line about letting go not being constricted by time.
    I think Val Nature is timeless everything else is in the process of change._/\_

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    1. Nature is timeless yet she moves through the cycles of seasons … Unless you are at the very top, middle or bottom of the planet. I’d like to think I have a few more cycles to enjoy in a bigger timeless – ness! Thank you Jack _/\_

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  28. Carol Ferenc Avatar

    What a loving gesture your husband made . . . “timeless” is perfect!

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  29. He is more romantic than me Carol … And that’s what makes this word work on many levels 💛

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  30. Laurie Buchanan Avatar
    Laurie Buchanan

    TIMELESS — ya gotta love it!

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    1. I do 💕 Thank s Laurie!

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  31. Val That is a beautiful word from your husband. It can mean so much.

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    1. I agree Kath. It’s deeper meaning drew me in to explore more about living in a timeless way.

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  32. Timeless is a lovely word for you, Val. ◇ I hope this brings extra time to breathe, for you to share and to enjoy time with a timeless partner. 🙂 ♡♡

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    1. Thank you so much Robin. xo

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  33. How beautiful, Val. Love how ‘timeless’ is a focal point, yet you can see the rich hues and textures within it. There IS room for all those words you cherish – wrap them in the wonderful gift of timelessness. I look forward to another year of following your beautiful *timeless* wisdom.

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    1. Thank you for your kind words and support Vicki 💛

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My name is Val Boyko, a dual citizen living near Philadelphia, originally from Scotland.

This blog came to life one morning in 2013.  I woke up with these words in my mind:  “Life is a series of highs and lows. Be grateful for the highs. Be graceful in the lows. And find contentment in your Middle Ground.”

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