Monthly Goals

I’m thinking that if I write out some monthly goals, I can hold myself accountable and get things done in a timely manner.

1.  Balance checkbook twice a week.  I’m horrible at doing this and we’ll go 2-3 weeks without it balanced.  I used to be so good at it, but since living in Germany, it’s sort of fallen through the cracks.  It’s never been a problem, but it’s better to do it so we know where we’re wasting our money.  Shopping?  Who me?  Never!  haha

2.  Exercise for at least 20 minutes a day, 5 days a week.  I’m currently doing C25K 3-4 times a week.  I’m on Week 2 Day 3, which I’ll do tonight.  It’s a great program since I’m starting all over and NEEDING to lose a crap load of weight.  Cardio is my best defense at losing fat.  Although I hate cardio to my core!  On the days that I’m not doing C25K, I plan on doing additional walking, a video, or calisthenics.  On C25K days, I work out for 40 minutes and do 4 miles.

3.  Finish reading Choose More, Lose More for LIFE by Chris Powell and The Antelope in the Living Room by Melanie Shankle.

4.  No buying the kids clothes or shoes.  They have more than enough.  I have a slight problem of when I see something adorable, I think I need to buy it.  I’m going to make this a goal starting today.  I really hope I can keep this promise to myself!

5.  Put sunscreen on the kiddos when we’re going to be spending time outside.  This sounds silly to write it as a goal, but having gone 8 months without needing it, I forget ALL the time!  I need to stash some in both vehicles so it’ll be available if I forget before we leave the house.

6.  Pack and get ready for a fun vacation…don’t forget the ginormous totes full of clothes to give to my sister’s youngsters.

7.  Schedule an appointment at the Women’s Clinic.