Here are my 101 in 1001:
For Me
1. Make once-a-month trips to bookstores (Barnes & Noble, Lifeway) to read/relax.
2.
3. Start collecting crosses to eventually hang on a "cross wall" in my home.
4. Start and keep a binder with future vacation plans.
5.
6. Read for pleasure daily.
7.
8. Go horseback riding with my Dad.
9.
10.
11. Develop a skin/beauty routine.
12.
13. Use my library card at least 3 times. (0/3)
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15.
16.
17.
18.
19. Allow myself Japanese takeout when I want it before we move to CG.
20.
For My Mind
21.
22. Visit the National Civil Rights Museum.
23. Visit the Mississippi Museum of Art.
24.
25.
26. Tivo/watch 10 shows from the History Channel. (7/10)
27. Read at least 5 chapters from my housekeeping manual. (1/5)
28. Research Jewish Passover customs.
29.
30. Develop photography skills.
For My Soul
31. Complete at least 5 Beth Moore Bible studies. (1/5)
32. Read Bible daily.
33. Visit Mynelle Gardens---literally to stop and smell the roses.
34. Move to Cape Girardeau.
35. Resume weekly lunches with my Dad.
36. Find at least one ministry to serve in and be actively involved.
37. Decorate for Christmas in November. (2/3)
38.
39. Always have apple cider in my refrigerator while it's in season.
40. Celebrate Passover as a family at least twice.
41. Fast at least once when/if I feel led to do so.
42. Read through the Bible chronologically (in the order it was actually written).
43. Visit my grandparents in Fayetteville, Arkansas.
44.
45.
46. Take a family vacation with Kurt's side of the family.
47. Take a family vacation with my side of the family. (April 2010!)
48.
For My Marriage
49. Date night once a month. (25/33)
50.
51. Take a trip to the Northeast United States, including New York City. (Fall 2010!)
52. Plan a celebration for Kurt's 30th birthday and his completion of residency (same day!)
53. Try a new recipe at least once a month.
54. Daily pray for our marriage while making the bed.
55. Find a way to serve together at church.
56. Affirm Kurt to my friends and when in public.
57. Take a walk together once a month.
58. Leave an encouraging note for Kurt once a week.
59. Go to the Pilgrimmage in Natchez at least once and stay in a bed and breakfast.
For My Health
60. Walk/work out at least 2 times per week.
61. Drink at least 3 tall glasses of water daily.
62. Take an aerobics class after Baby is born.
63. By the end of the 1001 days, be confident in a swimsuit.
64. Take prenatal vitamins daily. (I didn't EVERY day. Oops!)
65. Be able to jog at least 1 mile comfortably.
For My Wallet
66.
67. Plan meal menus every week.
68. Have at least one garage sale.
69. Find 5 free/unique things to do in Jackson or CG and attend/see them. (2/5)
70. Save all change that I have/find for 1001 days.
For My Blog
71.
72. Pray for the people who read my blog once a week.
73.
For Others
74. Pay for the person behind me in the drive-thru on 4 occasions. (3/4)
75. Send a note every month to my sister at college. (2/33)
76. Sponsor an Angel Tree child at Christmas.
77. Go through house/closet twice a year. (3/6)
78. Participate in Operation Christmas Child every year. (2/3)
79. Leave a "Jesus tip" at a restaurant 3 times. (0/3)
80. Host something in my home at least twice. (1/2)
81. Send a care package to a soldier.
82. Donate 10,000 grains of rice through http://www.freerice.com/ (2,780/10,000)
For Our Home
83. Organize the idea file we have for our future home(s).
84.
85. Once we move, paint at least two rooms something other than beige. (0/2)
86. Create a guestroom that feels like a hotel.
87. Touch up kitchen cabinets with white paint.
88.
89.
90. Vacuum once a week, no excuses.
91. Buy a sofa and dining room furniture.
92. Make a cross wall.
For My Child
93. Pray daily for him/her and their future spouse.
94. Buy at least 4 DVD's for Evy that I loved as a kid. (2/4)
95.
96. Buy "Hide 'Em In Your Heart" CD's by Steve Green.
97. Buy a personalized dinner plate from Emtanner Designs.
98.
99.
100.
101. To Be Determined!!!
Begin Date: August 21, 2008
End Date: May 19, 2011
I will put a link to this post on the side of my page and will continually update it:
Italics: Started/In progress
Normal: Haven't started
Note: Since having the baby, it's difficult for me to update daily/weekly tasks. I will give an update on how I'm doing with different goals, but there are some I just can't keep accurate numbers on! This will make me less stressed out and more able to focus on the goal itself....not keeping track of it religiously!
Stay Tuned!
21 comments:
Wow! I can tell you put a lot of thought into this list and I love some of your goals, like your "cross wall." Hugh and I have been talking about our future home and I told him it's very important to me to have a guest bed and bath room. I want our home to always comfortable and ready to entertain family and friends that come to visit,#86. I need to get back to doing #76. My family used to do this every year, until we started Operation Christmas Child. But, eventually, we can do both. Also, about #59...I sooo want to do this. Hugh may be letting me and the children stay an extra 2 weeks to visit, and Demetria said we could go for a day trip, because that will be right in the middle of their fall pilgrimmage. Maybe, you could come along. -Oh, thanks for your sweet comments on my new picture post. I did it so fast, I just realized how many spelling errors I made. I need to go back and correct that. But, we have had a blast this summer! We try to make days "daddy" has off special in some way. It really helps since Trey is going through a real hard time with seperation anxiety when Hugh goes to work. This is mainly b/c his schedule is never consistant and Trey needs that in this stage, so we just roll with it and make it work as best we can. I tell the babies everyday how important daddy's job is and how he helps people who are sick and hurt. This really helps, and Trey will say now how he wants to help the people too. PRECIOUS! Any way, it's going to be a wild and crazy ride, but you will love it. ~Blessings!
I think this is fantastic!
Once my kids were born, goals kinda went out the window...I should definitely rethink that!
I look forward to seeing your progress!!
you will end this on mary peyton's 6th birthday!!! may 19th!
i will help you out with the bookstore one - you know i will =)
This is great. I wish you the best of luck and can't wait to see your progress. I think you are going to have a great time checking things off.
I don't think I have the time or energy to start such an extensive list right now but maybe I will start with a few things. I love your idea of praying for your marriage and spouse while making the bed. I will start that tomorrow morning along with praying for the boys while I make their beds- Thanks.
I love this list!
You will love the Pilgrimage. Shawn and I went for our 1 year anniversary. It was a great thing for us to do as a couple. We also stopped at a few sites on the Trace. Two great places to eat: Kings Inn (old historical tavern) and the Carriage House Restaurant (in a real carriage house!).
Here are some free things to do in Jackson: visit the Governor's House, Manship House, and New Capital.
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That's an awesome list! I think praying for your marriage while making the bed everyday is a geat idea! I'm going to start doing that. As for a nice maternity outfit that isn't cheap, you should look at Tummies. I've only been there once, but they had really cute stuff and they were not cheap! :) I am going to do the 6 random facts! I just haven't gotten a chance to blog yet.
I am so impressed. Great list! :)
great job, girl! you are certainly motivated and your list is impressive! i know you can do it!
thanks for tagging me. i'll do the post as soon as i can. (we're presently looking for a house)
Just to let you know, I posted the 6 random facts on my blog! :)
FYI--All Decorative crosses are 50% off this week at Hobby Lobby! Til September 6th.
This is very interesting! I applaud you for doing this. I however could never do this cause it's hard for me to get 5 things on a list done... let alone 101... and especially now that I have a baby. But I will say I am inspired by you and #54 on your list- I love that! Something I struggle with is praying every day AND making my bed. I desperately want to pray daily for my family, my husband and child. Thank you for this and inspiring me!
Wow Ashley! I am so impressed with the things you are doing in your life. I have just learned so much about you! Just wanted you to know that I pray for your family everyday as I pray for my own! But what an inspiration your blog is and of all the days that I stumbled upon it, God led me here to order a canvas and kept me here to learn more about you. No wonder your parents are so proud of you!
I think you should work on #43 soon! Then, we could meet!:)
Have I told you Brody goes to MDO at UBC? And my mom works in the office? I couldn't remember. I knew your Grandpa was the pastor there for a long time. :)
Love the goals, maybe I should make a more detailed list. I live in Southaven, ms. Sounds like we aren't too far apart! Cute blog by the way :)
I absolutely LOVE LOVE LOVE the idea of praying for your marriage while you make your bed each morning. How sweet! Happy New Year. Maria from Ohio
Wow girl that is a BIG List! Inspiring....
Good Luck to You
Summer :0)
You have quite a few done on your list. Maybe you shouldn't make it in so many days and make it your life's list. Less pressure that way.
Apple Cider is just so amazing!
This whole list is a great idea. Its such a good way to give ourselves goals!... and even if we dont make them its still a fun journey!
I found your blog through the Kelly's Korner link and I love your idea of 101 in 1001. There are a lot of things on your list that could easily be on mine, too! Thanks for sharing and Happy New Year!
Oooh, I'm doing a list too! Love your goals!
Cxx
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