evaluation of goals, how adding a newborn in March might mess us up a bit!

At the beginning of 2010 I set up a list of goals I have for the New Year. I think the only way to keep myself accountable is to reevaluate my goals each month to remind myself what I am not working on, what I am doing well (because I love accomplishments!) and to add anything new to the list that become important throughout the year.

Febuary was a good month although I did get off a bit at the end. My body started to feel the last few weeks of my pregnancy and I had lots of school work to finish up just in case baby came early. I will not be adding any goals for March cause I have no idea what to expect!! Hopefully I wont be too sleep depreived or stressed with starting a class two days after I delivery the baby! It will be one interesting month that is for sure!

Personal Goals

•  Keep on track with my way of eating- This went back and forth in Febuary, I was just so low on energy that Brian had to bring home a lot of dinners. I hated that we did it but fully plan on getting on track in a few weeks. So far the begining of March hasnt been great but once we adjust to new baby, we will very much be back on track. With spring coming and local veggies and fruits showing up I couldnt be more excited for this month and eating healthy!
• Read at least one book a month (can be an audible book if need be!)- No books completed in Febuary, I got way off on this. In March I plan on finally listening to Animal, Vegetable, Miracle: A Year of Food Life by Barbara Kingsolver. Probably high hopes but hoping to do some listening while I am waiting for labor to happen.
• Be a better wife to my husband- of course we have our ups and downs but I think I gave B lots of space this month to enjoy his time before baby comes! This month will be very challenging. I still remember our first month with Avery, aww 
• Be resourceful with my garden- No sprouting last month, so I will buy from a local organic guy who does great at sprouting in April! I hope to get a rain barrell put up this month, plans layed out for what I want, get the garden beds ready for planing and build a few more garden beds.

Family Goals

•  Be more active with Avery (just cause I love being at home doesn't mean Avery does)- it was a bad month for me, but I have high hopes for March! She will get some extra time with the grandparents and its getting nice outside so I plan on talking walks as much as possible and visiting some local parks. 
• Set up a learning schedule each week – I have the schedules all planned out but we actually only did preschool for two weeks in Febuary. Next week is ready to go with supplies purchased. Looking forward to a St Patricks Day theme!.   
• Have a date night with my husband at least 2 a month (hey we already get to see free movies, shouldn't be too hard right!)- we had a several date nights this month where we were able to just stay at home and relax with some movies and go out to dinner with friends a few other times.  This month might be very hard for date nights so not expecting too much. We have a few fun things planned in April so I wont get too upset!
• To be more patient- work in progress

Blogging Goals

•  Setup a schedule and stick to it- I got very behind in Febuary so working on getting back on track in March. It will be interestinschool load if this will work!
• Try to post every day of the week (planning in advance of course!)-  Well as you can tell I am behind but hoping to catch back up!  .  
• Try more foods I have not had and blog about it- I cant think of anything I tried this month but hopefully with my CSA in March I can try a few new things.  
  

House Goals

• Get and keep areas organized on a regular basis. I think the house is still organized as much as it can be! We had someone come over on Saturday to do some deep cleaning and it looks awesome! At the end of March I will start working on this again if my body and baby are willing!
• Be more consistent on menu planning and sticking to it. Did pretty bad in Febuary, take out became a staple for some days, or easy foods like oatmeal and pasta where made over and and over again
  
• Recycle more than I throw away- work in progress but doing great!
• Finish up the nursery-  Pictures coming soon!