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Did you start the Elf on the Shelf tradition and you have NO PLAN for the nightly tricks “Sugar” (our Elf’s name) will play? Well, I made an Elf on the Shelf Idea PDF for you!! That was me last year! I actually started Elf on the Shelf when my daughter was 5, and because her Kindergarten teacher did it in her classroom, and my daughter got so excited to see what the Elf would do the next day! So I thought, why not add one more thing to my plate?! But what I really wanted was to create a …
Christmas is THE BUSIEST time of the year. It’s Magical, yet overwhelming. You are probably OZ behind the curtain making all the plans come together, the memories, the fun crafts and cookies, the joy, all of it. Not saying we don’t have help, but most of the creativity probably comes from you. If your planner looks like mine, you will have Christmas parties and events, Tree Lightings, Viewing of Christmas lights ( a favorite tradition of mine), family and friends visiting, etc. And that’s just what is written down on paper. There are shopping days to think about, sales events, …
What Are Core Values A core value is defined as “a principle or belief that a person views as central importance.” Core Values are the motivating factors behind how a person behaves and makes the decisions they do. Most people may not be aware of their core values, or even have any knowledge that is how they show up in the world. I certaintly didn’t for a long time. But when you spend time to become aware of what truly matters to you, then you can use those values as a compass in how you show up in your life. …
What is a vision board? A vision board is a visual representation of your dreams and goals that you have for a defined period of time, usually for an upcoming year. It can consist of images and text that relate to the person making it, and can serve as a motivational tool to keep your focus on continuing progress on your goals. Most of us get super excited about our goals around New Years, and then by mid-February, we’ve lost all traction. Once that traction is lost, our self doubt begins to speak, and those goals may not come to fruition. …
One thing I know is that I am more motivated to work on my small goals when I am surrounded by others that are also working on their goals. I am searching for accountability partners to support that. My Goals for this Accountability Group One of my goals is to either host a podcast or to pursue life coaching. I feel that I have a purpose to help other people start small in their goals and I really want to share how I have changed my own life. My personal intention with this accountability group is to learn how others …
Happy meal planning friends! If you are like me, you are always wondering what in the world is for dinner! And even though we are always having to make dinner, it seems like I can never figure out something new to make. This is our meal plan for the month of April. Meal Planning Tip I plan meals around our my daughter’s extra-curricular activity schedule. Currently, she is in swim lessons on Tuesdays and Thursdays, so I know those 2 days need to be easy meals as we eat dinner late. We also have a standing tradition that Friday nights …
WE DID IT!!!! We crossed a huge, long term goal off our out west bucket list!! Our dream vacation was to travel to the Grand Canyon, Antelope Canyon, Horseshoe Bend, Zion National Park, and Las Vegas on our Out West Bucket List Vacation. I still am in disbelief that it actually happened, there were minimal meltdowns, and that we all had an absolute blast. And, that it actually came true!! Dreams do come true? Yes. But only if you work really freakin’ hard for them. Out West Bucket List Trip I have dreamt of going “Out West” for as long as …
January 23, 2019. That is the first time that I wrote down a vision board for myself. I took intentional time to myself and thought about what I wanted the next 10 years of my life to look like. What would it mean for me to call my shot and actually live the life that I really wanted? I had never done that before. I didn’t even know that you could do that. More importantly, I didn’t know that you should write down your hopes and dreams. “You, and only you, are ultimately responsible for who you become and how …
What is a Mid-Year Check in? It is simply a way to keep on top of your goals. Do you remember those New Year’s Resolutions you made? Well, in order to create the life you want, you have to stay focused on those goals. Checking in with yourself in the middle of the year, is how you measure where you are with your goals. “One more reason as to why we lose focus is the fact that we are not really aware of our priorities.” James Nelson How to do Mid-Year Goal Check In Checking in with yourself, and reviewing …
It’s my 38th birthday! I am celebrating by sharing 38 random life lessons and pieces of advice I’ve gathered along my journey. I really strive to always be learning, through books, podcasts, and especially life experiences. I think of life as seasons, and we should be growing through things that happen to or for us. Yes, I believe that even though something may be hard at the moment, it can be for us. Here’s a list of 38 random life lessons I’ve gathered together for you in no particular order. I hope one of them resonates with you. “Take chances, …
