Sunday Inspiration: You Deserve Better

 

Sunday Inspiration: Kindness Today

 

Thankful Thursday: August 18, 2022

 

I Am Thankful For:

Sunshine breaking through the fog

Smores

Things that make me laugh

Dreams

Sinus pressure went away

New Etsy orders

A picnic dinner

Live music

A stunning sunset

Preseason football

A lazy Saturday

A beautiful morning for a walk

My husband making dinner

Seeing a baby deer

Back to school season

Planning for trips

Sunday Inspiration: The Only Limit

 

Thankful Thursday: August 11, 2022

Yesterday was my dad's birthday.   I am thankful that we live close enough to get together regularly for lunch.  I am grateful that I inherited his love of history and reading.  And I am incredibly thankful that he is still with us, especially after his health scares over the past few years. 

I Am Thankful For:

Prayers answered

Goals achieved

Max's ear infection cleared up

Iced coffee

Surprise packages in the mail

Beautiful summer days

Fresh baked muffins

Hugs from the grandkid

My husband smoking a pork roast

A beautiful morning walk

Planning itineraries for our trip

A good talk

Happy dogs

Flowers growing well on the front porch

New library books

Rainy nights

Planning early for the weekend

Fresh perspectives

So far, So Good!

August is off to an extraordinary start! The first week went just so well. tAt this point, I'm only expecting more great things from August. 

Most of my positive feelings about how August is shaping up so far is because we got confirmation that our second grandbaby is due in February of next year!

Am I a little excited?  That would be a complete and total understatement. I don't think I could be anymore excited. 

I adore my grandson so much.  Being Oma is one of my very favorite things ever. And finally, after ten years, I'm going to have twice the love to share!

I accomplished all of the goals I set for the first week of August. That's always a good feeling and sets a nice tone for the rest of the month. And I'm ready to conquer a few more goals this week!

• Write 3 blog posts
• Add 4 new listings to Etsy shop
• Photograph more new cloths for Etsy shop
• Ship open orders
• Sort 1 box of inventory for Etsy shop

How is your August going so far?

Sunday Inspiration: Live Your Beliefs

 

Thankful Thursday: August 4, 2022

 

I Am Thankful For:

Baby bears in the yard

Baking pull-apart bread with the grandkid

Someone else emptying the dishwasher without being asked

Unexpected free time

Frosted coffee

Excedrin

Finishing a book

Husband getting home from work trip

Getting an early start

Pretty flowers

A new washer and dryer

Thunder

My husband making breakfast

My husband smoking the pork loin for dinner

A new month with new goals

The best news ever!

Finding an item I had previously passed up on clearance for 75% off

Currently... August 2022

Once August hits, I find myself thinking ahead to Autumn. Wondering exactly when it's ok to put out my fall decor, thinking about pumpkin spice everything, looking forward to football season, and dreaming about comforting soups and stews. 

Too soon? Maybe.  Probably. There's still plenty of summer left to savor.

But, after the extreme heat we had to endure during July, I'm guessing that I am not the only one who is already longing for the crisp Autumn days to come!

Until they arrive, let's enjoy what August has to offer!

Working On:  My health.  The husband and I have been walking 2 to 4 miles with the dogs every Sunday (weather permitting)and I am slowly trying to increase my activity levels during the week.  I'm also getting my nutrition back under control.  We'll discuss this in just a minute.

Celebrating: August is a quiet month for celebrations. My dad celebrates his birthday on the 10th.  I'm also going to go ahead and say that I am celebrating a few personal experiences that are going on.  But, we'll talk more about those later this month.

Wanting/Needing:  As I'm trying to increase the stock of ready to ship items for my shop, I find myself needing a different way of storing and tracking my inventory.  I'm considering a couple of different options, but haven't decided yet what is going to be the best way of managing things.

Eating: I have been focusing on lean protein, lots of fiber, and nutrient dense fruits and veggies. It's been amazing to me how a few simple changes can help you feel fuller and reduce snacking.

Loving: Our Sunday walks. I love getting out in the sunshine and fresh air, watching the dogs explore a little, and - most of all - spending the time with my husband.

Goals for August:

• Update blog appearance and layout
• Add 10 new listings to my Etsy shop
• Sort and reorganize 2 boxes of inventory

What are your plans and goals for August?