Another month down! Let's see how I did with my September goals!
Wow. September got away from me, and I didn't get as much done as I had hoped! So, it's no surprise that some of my September goals are going to reappear for November!
1. Clear off dining room table
I'm embarrassed by how long this one has been on my list. You would think that it would be a fairly easy one to finish, but there is so much stuff piled on our table. that it's like an excavation mission! The bench and a couple of the chair have junk in them too. It's not just my stuff either; it's a combination of all of our stuff, so I can't just attack it on my own! Ugh!!
2. Clear off entryway dresser
This is another flat surface that has just become a catch all for clutter and things. I want to put some Christmas decorations on it later this month, so I need to get it cleared off!
3. Find a place for our Christmas tree
Speaking of Christmas decorations, this is something we struggle with every year! I love the look of a Christmas tree in the front window of the house, but I don't know if we have enough room to move our couch away from the windows and put it there. In the past, we have had a mini tree that we have put on top of our dining room buffet, but I don't love the look of it. I know that we will need to move some furniture around to put up a bigger tree, so this is a multi-step goal!
4. Put away summer clothes and shoes
Even though we had the never-ending summer here with record-breaking heat, I think it's finally time to put away the shorts and sandals. I've started putting mine into bins to keep in the garage, but our daughter's clothes and shoes (all seasons!) are a hot mess, so I've got to sort through them, see what might fit next year, see what's good enough to sell at consignment, and see what needs to be given away as play clothes. Phew. I'm tired just writing that!
5. Read at least 20 books
I've read 110 out of my goal of 150 books for the year, so I need to read at least 20 in November to stay on track. With Thanksgiving break and a potential camping trip coming up, I should have some good reading time! Plus, I got new headphones so I can listen to more books but still hear what's going on around me - perfect for when we're in between classes or when I'm out for a walk!
6. Try "brainmaxing"
I know this is a trendy topic right now on TikTok (my social media time waster of choice). Basically, it goes along with the "analog" trend of doing things that keep you from doom scrolling or staying on your phone too much. I haven't researched it a lot, but I know that it involves having a stack of items, such as puzzle books and books to read, and spending a dedicated amount of time working on them and being offline. I don't know if there is a specific time frame or if there is anything in particular I'm supposed to do, but I want to try it at least once and give my phone a break! Plus, it might help with completing one of my crafty/art projects.
7. Do one of my crafty/art projects
My husband has banned me (I use that phrase lightly - we are a team and he is not strict like that!) from buying anymore arts and crafts items until I do some of the projects I have! If I do at least one project this month, then I can add more to my Christmas list!
I have a lot more goals that I would love to complete this month, but I think this is a good number for me, especially since it took me nearly two weeks just to write and publish this post! I've got to get myself together!!
What are your November goals? How are you doing on them so far? Let me know!
