Where am I going with this?

So over the last few months I've really wondered what I have gotten myself into. As I've thought about what I've set myself up for I'll admit I've thought I've bitten off more then I can chew. But then I have to sit back and think - okay - we're how far into this and hey - what's the worst that can happen? I end up paying myself and donating money to charity? How terrible is that?

So now that I have slapped myself into shape, it is now time to get back to business. Here is all (albeit little) that I have done.

#7. So I signed up for a photoshop class on Jessicasprague.com - but I haven't had time to do it yet. Thank goodness it is a do-it-on-your-own timing one. Maybe when the kids are back in school?

#15 -perhaps I should view the list? We've been catching up on lots of movies. I wonder if any are on the list?

#19 - still going strong!

#22 - there is always so much to be thankful for each day - but is it okay to not be original? Often I am just so thankful for the day - and for getting to bed!

#28 - I think I may be able to do this through Focus on the Family's "Truth Project" in the fall. Our small group is planning on doing this together.

#39 - Yikes I forgot about this? It appears I may need to do more then one in a month to catch up!

#51 - I gave 2 parking passes to people over the last month - both at the library.

#52 - So I got started - not that much but I've started! I'll have to find my pieces of paper to see how much.

#74 - I think I am managing to do this! Can you believe I have to question it? Technically bedtime always counts but I need to be proactive in documenting it or at least noting it.

#75 - Drew bought a wind-up radio to put in our emergency kit! (He was inspired by D and D's cottage!)


So that is half of the list and now to back track some more and maybe add a few photos?

The Lord is good...

# 23

Nahum 1:7. The Lord is good. A refuge in times of trouble. He cares for those who trust in Him.

This was the verse for summer camp and it is now (forever?) in my brain.

Painting in an hour

#83 - I had forgotten that this was on the list but Drew was able to paint the basement stairwell this afternoon. WHAT A DIFFERENCE!!! It looks so much better. I wonder howlong before the kids leave some new hand prints?

Strawberry Picking!

#71 - We went strawberry picking with Diane and Victoria! Matt tried them but... still doesn't like them! On a more serious note; my white flip flops will never be the same.

Decluttering!

After this disastrous post, I am pleased to say that we have gotten rid of 4+ large boxes of items from the house.

Some went to Goodwill:

1 - assorted household items -rugs, miscellaneous

1 - box of household items - wine rack, candle holders, gift bags, the stepper I haven't used in ages

1 - Community Living - clothing items from all of us

1 - Kids Closet along with 2 individual items (mobile, ocean music box, fall maternity items, fall kids clothing)

I have 2 more ready to go - one of clothing and one of baby stuff to sell. Now I just have to get it there.

It feels really good to get them out and free up some space around here (And the money was nice too). I'm just afraid it is getting to Drew's head that his "discussion" brought about the desired action. We all know that it was just a result of getting back on schedule! Maybe I'll get around to discussing that some day!..

A new-to-us park

#73 - We visited the first of 20 new-to-us parks to visit. (We got the map from the City Hall and the list off the website). It was way over on the other side of town - closer for some of our baby group friends. Another mom there was doing laps around the park after she played with her daughter for a few minutes. What a great idea!

Is it June already?

My latest updates...

#19 - still going strong with the flossing - haven't missed a day yet!

#20 - out of the race I think - Last week was not a good one for sleep.

#22 - so much to be thankful for - i'm trying for variety but many nights I am just so happy for my bed!!!

#35 - given some new ideas about some foods to re-evaluate - sushi anyone? Turkish delight from Turkey?

#39 - Try a new recipe every month - I almost forgot about this one but rmembered that I did in fact make oatmeal banana chip loaf last week. Yey me! The kids weren't overly impressed however - not sure if I will make them again.

#51 - On Monday I gave my parking ticket with 2 hours left to a person coming into the parking lot.

#74 - Thankfully managing to have 1:1 time - Marlee a (few) tea parties and Matt - reading

#75 - purchased 2 big water containers for storage for the emergency kit

#95 - Saw "Anne of Green Gables" May 23rd with Matt and the group from church

Okay - this was a really busy week and looking over this list just now I really hope that I am not being overzealous. Yes I am only month 2 into it - but I am seeing how I need to make goals and be intentional about following them. Breaking it into chunks and working on those. It's the "regular" ones that I am feeling a little more apprehensive about.

On a side note, I am still working on my intentions for 2009 - I think I am about 1/3 of the way through them. Maybe I should post them... and have some progress to note!