breathe

...before saying something unkind or biting
...a prayer for the driver who cuts me off
...and think of an appropriate response rather than simply react to a conflict
...when walking into a messy house
...more joy into the everyday
...instead of slamming the car door in frustration
...then walk away from a frivolous, unnecessary or unaffordable purchase
...as deeply and as often as needed to bring about a change of heart
...a smile

Breathe. That's my one-word intention for 2009. What's yours?