My Goals for November

Since I’m the type of girl who does well with a list and gets motivated crossing off things that are done, I’ve been working on my November goals. The last few months I’ve been dividing my goals into several different areas: personal, parenting/family, marriage, home, and school.

This month we have a home project in the works: bookcases in our living room, which translates into some rearranging all over the house (translated a big, fat mess and lots to do before hand). I’ll have to show you the after pictures later this month, but here’s a before of the area we’re re-doing.

There’s a lot to do in several rooms as we move things around, but I’m thankful for it because it ultimately means de-cluttering, reorganizing, and making sure the stuff we have is actually stuff we NEED. The process can be a pain, but the end result will give us a central place for the kids to work on the computer and so much more book storage (yay!).

Anyway, here are my goals for the month of November (and if you’d like a cute printable to plan away on, check out this one from Money Saving Mom):

Personal Goals

1. Finish morning routine (devos, shower, etc…) by 7am (a.k.a. out of bed and ready)
2. Treadmill total of 1 hour/week
3. Do better with what I’m eating and drink more water (this has slipped lately)
4. Read 30 minutes/day (non-fiction) and finish 1-2 books on list a week. See my November list here.

Parenting/Family Goals

1. Watch parenting DVD series w/Rick:  based on Loving Our Kids on Purpose
2. New game of month and play games together 2x/week
3. Read aloud w/kids and audio books (finish 2 books)
4. Follow through with chores – be consistent
5. Prep for the weekend away with McKenna – it’s coming up soon!
6. Keep our daily ‘quiet time’ with the kids going and consistent

Marriage Goals

1. Send sweet (and fun) notes/texts to my hubby
2. Date night with Rick – 2x/month (home or out)
3. Movie night at home – 2x/month
4. Work on budget together and be accountable in finances

Home Goals

1. Have another freezer cooking session
2. Paint fireplace
3. Be consistent with 20 Minute Tasks each day: focus areas are living room, dining room, and the books all over the house
4. Keep counters clean each night
5. De-clutter and sell stuff on Craigslist (my pile is growing)

Homeschooling Goals

1. Plan an Operation Christmas Child shoebox packing party
2. Group science experiments with the kids
3. Start online Spanish with the boys
4. One fun activity for Kaleb and Zachary each week
5. Finish reorganizing the schoolroom (touch up paint and banister)

What goals do you have for yourself and your family this month?

Sponsor Thanks for November

We really appreciate the following companies. Many of these have been long time sponsors of Homeschool Creations and we are SO thankful for them – be sure to stop by their sites and check them out!

Teach Them Diligently Conventions are now open for registration! Speakers for 2015 include James Dobson, Barbara Rainey, and many others. Locations include Nashville, TN; Atlanta, GA; Sandusky, OH; and Dallas, TX. Hope to see you at one of them!

Celebrate Advent this year reading the newest book from Anne Voskamp, Unwrapping the Greatest Gift. The book includes daily devotions for children of all ages and is beautifully illustrated!

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Apologia offers a Christian worldview curriculum that kids will love. Featuring engaging stories, creative notebooking, and fun activities, this four-part series is presented in a conversational style that makes the study of God’s Word exciting and memorable.

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Speekee is the most comprehensive online Spanish program for children ever created. Children learn best when they are having fun, and that’s what Speekee is all about!

The Hands-On Bible  uses experience-based learning to communicate God’s Word in an active, understandable way for kids. This Christmas, don’t just commit to reading God’s Word as a family; give the Hands-On Bible to your kids, and commit to doing God’s Word together.

Reader’s Favorite Posts from October 2014

Curious to see what others have been reading this past month? Below is a list of the ten most visited posts for the month of October 2014.

1. Fall Fun Learning Printables
2. Our Chore System and Chore Chart Printables
3. ABC Bible Verse Flashcards
4. Preschool Chore Charts
5. Three Letter Word Cards (CVC cards)
6. Number Playdough Mats
7. Alphabet Flashcards and Wall Posters
8. Book Report and Reading Log Printables
9. Daily Calendar Notebook Printables
10. Short and Long Vowel Picture Cards