On January 1, we returned from a family vacation. Mind you, this was a vacation that was originally scheduled for March 2020 — and had been rescheduled multiple times due to the global pandemic and the ever-changing schedules of my now-adult children. However, the stars finally aligned to create a window of time to take the trip. It was absolutely glorious. I had forgotten how much I love a family vacation. And, we took full advantage of warmer weather that allowed most of our time to be spent outside in summer attire.
Admittedly, it was tough to return to a routine – and these lofty goals.
01: Get 6 – 7 Hours of Sleep Each Night [7/7]
I definitely hit a 7/7 in this area this week…but, I’m not at the point where I am waking up early enough to squeeze in a workout. Next week, perhaps?
02: Purge 1000 items [106/1000]
I started out strong in this area by cleaning out two cabinets and three attic bins. The following items left my house: 40 cookbooks (honestly, do people use these anymore?), 41 articles of clothing (all mine!), 2 lamps, 11 dated wall hangings, 2 bags, and 10 bottles of sunscreen. Buh-bye!
03: Organize the Attic
Each time we make a trip into the attic, I vow to take one bin down and declutter it. In swapping the Christmas decorations, 4 bins came downstairs – and, only two went back upstairs with labels and organized contents.
04: Read 100 Books [3/100]
I love to read, and I tend to oscillate between deep nonfiction reads that focus on education, business growth, or personal growth, and entertaining fiction. I’m setting this goal again this year… so please, share your most favorite reads!
In Progress
Coming soon…
Complete
Nonfiction Reads (3 complete)
I am intentionally taking my Professional growth books slowly so I can savor, learn, and integrate these reads into my life. I hope to blog about my books as I enjoy them!
05: Try 52 New Recipes
Nothing new – yet. But, the DH is downstairs setting up his new grill as I type!
06: Get in Shape
This was is absolutely huge. And, I admit, I struggle to *believe* that I can reach this goal. I placed it here for accountability.
This week, I focused on two things: sleep and nutrition. As a result, I have lost 2.6 pounds. That’s not a lot, but every ounce counts.
07: #OneMonthGoals with Michael Matera
Three years ago, I joined Michael Matera on his #OneMonthGoals journey. I ran every single day for a month – and it was glorious. This year, I am committed to selecting (and sticking with) one new goal each month, which I will document here.
January 2020: Close my Apple Rings [7/8]
So far, I have closed my Apple Rings 7 out of 8 days in January!
08: Write/Send 52 notes/cards [0/52]
I’m excited to start this today!
09: Maintain a weekly blog [1/52)
Despite not meeting my blogging goal last year, I’m jumping back into the saddle for 2022. I’d love for you to share which topics you’d like to read more about!
10: Simplify my life
The worst part of having an early January birthday is that it always happens when everyone realizes that they have overspent and overeaten over the holidays! This year, I elected for quiet dinner at home with a salad from my favorite restaurant, and I saved my weekly “cheat meal” for craft beers with my sister on Saturday night. Simple is best.
11: Organize my mother’s photographs
No progress in this area this week…but, I did declutter the spaces where this organizing mess will happen.
Secret Goals!
- Secret Goal #1
- Secret Goal #2
- Secret Goal #3
- Secret Goal #4
What are your goals for 2022?
Live my #WOTY2021 … Believe
Cheers, Holly