Happy Monday and Happy Labor Day! Can you believe it's September already? We're in the 'ber months! Also, how cool that the first day of September is on a Monday!
August came in like a whirlwind, flew by, and is now gone. August was the month for getting back to our usual routine. The boys are back in school, and I'm back at work. We already attended a few school events. Summer is still here, so we've been trying to make the most of the remaining weeks of the season. We went to the farmer's market almost every week and are still enjoying summer fruits and treats. I was definitely more conscious of the snacks I've been buying and have been trying to get healthier snacks.
The hints of fall were in full force in August. Many stores have already set up their fall and Halloween displays. The pumpkin spice latte is officially back, and I had one in August. I was trying to wait until today to drink one, but I just couldn't resist. After a rough last week of August, I decided to treat myself to a PSL. It was glorious. I've been researching a variety of fall recipes to try and fall events I'd like us to attend.
This month, I'm looking forward to trying some new recipes, attending the first couple of fall events, catching up on some shows, and reading a few cozy books. I'm hoping September is a slower month filled with all the cozy vibes. I'm looking forward to celebrating John's birthday and spending time with my family.
I'm looking forward to fall break and the official start of the fall season. I'm feeling so hopeful and excited for September.
Before I start rambling about the fall season, let's get to the real point of this post: sharing my goals for the month and having a quick recap of my goals from August.
Recap of August Goals
- Read 1 book I borrowed from the library: I read Feeding Little Ones by Megan McNamee. Raphael and I also read I Am Human: A Book of Empathy by Susan Verde and The Wild Robot on the Island by Peter Brown. I'm still working through a few more books I borrowed from the library.
- Read 2 books I received from NetGalley: I read A Suit or a Suitcase: Poems by Maggie Smith, The Guerilla Art Guide by Keri Smith, How About Now by Kate Baer, and Just One Gift by Linda Sue Park.
- Work on one previous blog hop prompt from Exhale: I did not do this at all. I actually forgot about this goal. I'm hoping that since it's a new month, I'll feel inspired to work on the September prompt and maybe a few previous prompts.
- Try 1 new recipe: August was such a hectic month, so I stuck with our go-to favorite meals throughout the month. Random note: I've been meal prepping and so far, it's going well.
- Work in my sketchbook/journal: Ugh. I kept looking at my supplies and just couldn't decide where to begin. I have no idea why I keep getting stuck at this point, but I'm hoping to finally work on my sketchbook or journal. I have so many ideas, but the moment I decide to work in my journal, I end up second-guessing which one to use.
- Make at least 1 scrapbook/Project Life layout: I completely forgot about this as well. However, I just received my kits from Ali Edwards, so I just need to order some photos.
- Start getting back to meal planning: I've been working on this, and it's been going well. I especially love that I've been prepping my breakfast in the mornings since I would sometimes skip breakfast. Lately, I've been really into overnight oats, and it's been the best thing ever. I love that I can just grab my overnight oats and head to work.
September Goals
- Read 2 books I borrowed from the library
- Read 1 book I received from NetGalley
- Participate in Exhale's September blog hop
- Work in my sketchbook/journal
- Make 1 scrapbook/Project Life layout
- Try 1 new recipe
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