Rather than making new year's resolutions or goals this year I'm starting my very own 101 in 1001. I've run across these lists countless times in my bloggity past; always have I admired the authors' drive and focus, never have I been compelled to write one myself. Never, until now.
I am tweaking the system, just a bit. Zandria who, truth be told must be given credit for finally compelling me enough to put "pen to paper" so to speak and make a list, suggested in her post at BlogHer on the subject that some of the slots be left open for filling in later. This way, it's less likely I'll find myself staring out-dated goals in the face 2 years from now. Personally, with my random nature, this was a must. So you'll notice that I'm splitting the list into approximate thirds, each to be filled in no later than January of the next couple of consecutive years.
Also, you'll probably notice my first goal is quite lofty - for me - so I've taken the liberty of also breaking it down into a few additional smaller goals. You know, to make myself feel more accomplished in the end. Because that's how I roll.
Want to skip the resolutions and go 101 in 1001 with me this year? Post a comment with a link to your list and I'll pimp ya out in my first monthly update February 1, 2009!
So, without further ado, my 101 in 1001:
1. Grow most of our own food in 2009 (excluding flour, sugar, "exotic" spices, oils, dairy, etc.)
...2. Raise chickens. Butcher. Freeze.
...3. Plant an indoor herb garden.
...4. Start seedlings for big outdoor garden in February/March.
...5. Plant seedlings outdoors and maintain garden thru summer.
...6. Can salsa, tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, chiles. Freeze beans, peas, broccoli, etc.
7. Purchase at Farmer's Market/U-Pick and can additional foods needed. (Peaches, pears, etc.)
8. Ride at least one 25 mile limited-distance endurance ride
9. Have at least one date night with The Knight every month. (0/33)
10. Have at least one family night every month. (0/33)
11. Buy cloth napkins and use them instead of paper towels.
12. Install a patio in our backyard.
13. Have at least one article published in a major magazine.
14. Paint Diningroom and Livingroom
15. Reduce electrical usage 15% from same-month last year in 2009. (0/12)
16. Go soda-free for 30 days (0/30)
17. Read the Bhagavad Gita
18. Write a book (note I did not say anything about it being published!)
19. Comfortably fit in a size 8.
20. Meditate 30 minutes each month (0/33)
21. Read 10 non-fiction books (0/10)
22. Bake a pie with wild-blackberries
23. Learn to make at least one new indian dish
24. Paint at least one Painting per month (0/33)
25. Open an Etsy shop
26. Dance every single day. Like no one is watching. (1/1001)
27. Give all handmade/Artisan gifts to family/friends Christmas 2009
28. Get rid of 101 things (0/101)
29. Run 5k five days per week (weeks completed: 0/143)
30. Build a compost container
31. Volunteer for a community service project as a family
32. Print ten of my photos and display them!
33. Set up a more efficient filing system
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100. Blog Updates for my 101 in 1001 monthly.
101. Put $5 in savings per goal accomplished, $10 for each not accomplished. ($5: 0/101, $10: 0/101)
3 comments:
Oooh love this idea!
I'm in! I'll be back when I actually make a list and post it!
Pretty cool to grow and raise your own food. I have always wanted to go "off the grid" like that. It's healthier too!!!
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