A new beginning

The Mission: Complete 101 preset tasks in a period of 1001 days.

The Criteria: Tasks must be specific (ie. no ambiguity in the wording) with a result that is either measurable or clearly defined. Tasks must also be realistic and stretching (ie. represent some amount of work on my part).

Why 1001 Days? Many people have created lists in the past - frequently simple goals such as New Year's resolutions. The key to beating procrastination is to set a deadline that is realistic. 1001 Days (about 2.75 years) is a better period of time than a year, because it allows you several seasons to complete the tasks, which is better for organising and timing some tasks such as overseas trips or outdoor activities.

Why join the bandwagon?
Well... everyone who knows me, knows I love lists. I also love goals and resolutions (now I call them intentions) and I also love following blogs and am getting the hang of writing in one. So what better way to combine a number of my loves all in one place? It's not like I need another thing to do but on the other hand, really, why not.

Why Gotta Do's and Wanna Do's?
I read on one of my favourite links, the flylady.net about a readers using the concept of gotta do's and wanna do's for the kids and structuring their days. We've been using it at home too. We get our Gotta Do's done first and then we can do our Wanna Do's. The faster we get the Gotta Do's done, the more Wanna Do's we can do!

I plan to start on May 2nd, 2009 - Drew's birthday. Not for any particular reason other then it gave me enough time to put together a list and that the day is a significant one - right honey?

Check the links if you are interested in ideas for your own list and let me know if I've inspired you to start your own - it's one of my 101!

BTW - Saturday, January 28, 2012 is my date for completion!