I didn’t make as much traction on my goals last week as I’d hoped. But I’m trying to remind myself that I made much more progress by setting the goals and working toward them than I would have made had I not set goals at all.
A mountain isn’t climbed in one fell swoop; it’s an inch-by-inch, foot-by-foot process — and it’s the same with completing goals!
We’re at family camp in Texas this week and one of our big goals for this week is truly to just relax, soak up the sunshine, rest, savor the moments, laugh, and just spend a week away from the usual responsibilities of life so that we can be refreshed and renewed as individuals — and as a family.
Oh, and in addition to lots of relaxing, Jesse and I are also signed up to try the zipline and rock-climbing wall, go on an early morning horseback ride, and go skeet shooting — all things I’ve never done in my life. It might prove to be an interesting week. 😉
At any rate, I’m keep my goals really simple to allow plenty of room for margin and rest.
Last week’s goals:
Family/Mothering Goals
1. Start reading Wilma Rudolph: Olympic Runner aloud to the children. Read a few chapters of The Missing Video (reading to Kathrynne), and read at least two chapters of Little House in the Big Woods (reading to Kaitlynn).2. Have at least one playdate with friends.
3. Write a love note to Jesse.
Personal Goals
4. Finish reading Radical Together plus one other book.
5. Run at least five times for 45 minutes each; do weight-training program at least four days.
6. Finish listening to Stop Acting Rich.
7. Sleep for at least 7 hours every night.8. Continue on with the Choosing Gratitude 30-Day Devotional.
Home Management/DIY Projects
9. Try at least two new crockpot recipes.
Business Goals
10. Continue blogging the 4 Weeks of Family Fun series.
This week’s goals:
Family/Mothering Goals
1. Finish reading Wilma Rudolph: Olympic Runner aloud to the children. (I’m hoping we can finish this while we’re on vacation this week!)
2. Enjoy a relaxing week together at family camp making lots of memories and just enjoying being together.
Personal Goals
3. Finish reading The Life You’ve Always Wanted plus one other book.
4. Sleep for at least 8 hours every night.
5. Continue on with the Choosing Gratitude 30-Day Devotional.
Business Goals
6. Edit and submit an article for publication on RooMag.com.
How did you do on last week’s goals? What are your goals for this week? I’d love to have you share your progress on last week’s goals and your goals for this coming week in the comments. Of, if you’ve blogged about it, leave your direct link below. Let’s cheer each other on to live purposeful and productive lives!
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Marisa says
What is the name of the camp? We just moved to Texas and would be very interested in something like that! It sounds great!
Jill McK says
It’s called Pine Cove, here’s the link. 🙂 http://www.pinecove.com/
Brandi Westmoreland says
The camp she’s going to is NOTHING like rough it! They feed you 3 gourmet meals a day, watch your children so you can jet ski with your husband, do an awesome breakfast trail ride and make you cooked-to-order omelettes…it’s comparable to heaven, I think!
We’re going next week and I cannot wait. It’s going to be AWESOME!!
Jill McK says
Brandi, you’re so RIGHT! My husband has been on staff for 6 years and there’s nothing quite like a summer full of awesome, energetic campers! We’re excited for you to come next week, we LOVE it!!
Jen @ Master the Art of Saving says
I haven’t been making much traction on my goals either. 🙁 Between moving and getting ready to buy our first house, I’ve been swamped.
I’ve always wanted to try out a rock climbing wall, it looks like a ton of fun. I hope you guys have a great time on your little vacation and are able to relax and create wonderful memories. 🙂
Amanda says
I’ve always wanted to try a zip line! I’d love to hear if you guys enjoy it!
Danielle B says
That sounds like a wonderful vacation. I hope your family enjoys it!
Victoria@Snailpacetransformations says
Hope your family has a great week. Considering your aversion to “tent” camping you once mentioned during your April series. I am going to assume this is cabin camping! LOL
Crystal says
Yes, it’s a cabin — with running water and a bathroom. My version of “roughing” it. 😉
Jill McK says
Don’t forget the AC! You can’t go to camp in Texas without AC!
Jenny says
I have been working on a quilt for sometime now. It fell by the wayside when I had baby number one but by making it a timed goal everyday I have made great progress. Hopefully enough to finish it before baby number two!
Lydia says
One of my goals is to come up with curtain ideas for two windows. I have a post on my blog and would love your input! Thanks and good luck with your goals!