Miguel's cousins came over for supper yesterday and that gave me an opportunity to try a new recipe. They do not eat meat so I had to get creative with veggies and such. I found this recipe, made a few adjustments, and we all really liked the results. I figure I might as well share my new recipes to make this more interactive.
Bean Quesadillas
The filling is cooked up in one pan and then spooned onto a cheese studded tortilla. Another tortilla covers the filling and this bean/cheese/veggie packet is heated in oil until golden on both sides. (I only had 6 shells so I put filling on half and folded the tortilla over...also instead of doucing them in grease we put them on tinfoil and then on the BBQ).
Ingredients:
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 onion, finely diced
2 cloves of garlic, minced (I used less)
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 green bell pepper, chopped
2 tomatoes, chopped
1/2 package (10 ounce)of frozen corn
12 (12 inch) tortillas
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
1/4 cup vegetable oil (if you want to fry instead of BBQ)
Jo's Additions: I added in some taco seasoning for flavour, some hot salsa, and some red peppers.
Directions:
1. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a skillet over medium heat, and saute the onion and garlic until soft. Mix in beans, bell peppers, tomatoes, and corn; cook until heated through.
2. Spread 6 tortillas with equal amounts of the bean and vegetable mixture. Sprinkle with equal amounts of the Cheddar cheese, and top with the remaining tortillas to form quesadillas. (Or just put the stuff on half and fold over like me)
3. Heat 1/4 cup oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Place quesadillas in the skillet and cook, turning once until cheese is melted and both sides are lightly browned.
This was an excellent vegetarian summer meal. We ate it with fresh cucumber salad and carrot sticks both from our garden.
Friday, August 29, 2008
#94 - Potpies in Freezer
I love to make potpies and put them in the freezer so I can pull them out for lunches or a quick supper. I often think about getting this done but seldom actually do it (hence the reason it was on my list). I wanted to do it at least once in 2.75 years. This week I planned on attempting this task and called my mom to see if she wanted to help...insert little cheesy smile here. She actually had the same thing on her list to do so it worked out great. I got some of the filling ready ahead of time and deboned the chicken. She got all the dough ready. We had those pies ready in no time even with one of us chasing after the babe. Thanks mom for helping me complete #94. Too bad you have finished your 101 in 1001 list or you might be able to cross it off yours too.
List Update
My List
Because I love Jesus and want to know Him more:
1. Read one spiritually inspiring book every two months (0/16).
2. Spend at least 20 minutes a day alone with God.
3. Tithe regularly.
4. Join a cell group again.
5. Volunteer in at least one area of ministry at church.
6. Write in my prayer journal daily.
7. Read my Bible every day.
Because I love my family:
8. Surprise Miguel every other month with something to fill his "love tank" (0/16).
9. Pray with T every night before bed.
10. Have a date night with Miguel once a month (0/33).
11. Take Trinity to the zoo as a family.
12. Read T 1001 new books (0/1001).
13. Go to a cabin with my immediate family.
14. Write Chy one letter a month and actually mail it (for as long as she lives in Australia.) (0/32).
15. Go away to Pinewood Lodge alone with Miguel.
16. Get a will written up.
17. Have another Purple Pamper Party with my mom and sisters.
Because I am a work in progress and need to keep improving:
18. Go to the dentist.
19. Attend aquacizing classes (with T until January then in the evenings by myself).
20. Go for at least two walks a week.
21. Drink 8 glasses of water a day.
22. Get a massage.
23. Make a weekly exercize rountine and stick to it.
24. Buy at least 3 sets of matching underwear that make me feel great (0/3).
25. Only use the computer when my to do list for the day is complete. (Urg!)
26. Pick up the phone and call one friend a week for 3 months in a row (0/12).
27. Leave Trinity at home (with Miguel) and go out with a friend once a month (0/33).
Because my house is also a work in progress:
28. Finish painting dragonflies in Trinity's room.
29. Buy new blinds for living room and our bedroom.
30. Paint living room.
31. Make cushion for window seat.
32. Stain basement stairway.
33. Paint mural in T's playroom.
34. Put all manuals/warranties into a binder.
35. Renovate bathroom.
36. Mud/Paint tiles on my kitchen backsplash.
37. Put up pictures in basement.
38. Put up frame with pictures in it in loft area.
39. Stain greenhouse inside and finish outside.
40. Paint rock in front flower bed.
41. Get a garbage centre built beside garage.
42. Finish guest room.
43. Redecorate bedroom so it is cozy and romantic.
Because I need to get organized:
44. Create a rotation of 4 monthly meal plans.
45. Grocery shop using meal plans.46. Get a new filing cabinet.
47. Get shelf for painting supplies in basement.
48. Organize craft supplies in one place.
49. Paint dresser and organize scrapbooking supplies in it.
50. Designate a mail spot.
51. Cook meals to put in freezer once a month.
52. Make a monthly cleaning plan and follow it.
53. Organize my computer files.
54. Burn back-up copies of all pictures on computer.
Because I care about others:
55. Make one care package a month (0/33).
56. Finish the "deficiencies" on mom's tiles.
57. Volunteer to deliver hampers at Christmas time.
58. Do a breast cancer walk in honour of Grandma and Auntie Sue.
59. Have a garage sale and give all the proceeds to a charity.
60. Finish Chy and Justin's Wedding Album with Neve.
61. Invite my next door neighbour over for lunch.
62. Host a neighbourhood ladies lunch.
63. Bring supper to 5 single moms (0/5).
64. Create Miscarriage Support packages to bring to women who lose a baby.
65. Make a card box with cards for different occasions.
66. Make an official birthday list of family and friends and give cards to them.
67. Send a total of 10 shoe boxes to Operation Christmas Child (0/10).
68. Volunteer at Siloam Mission for a day.
69. Volunteer at Anna's House.
Because I want to see more of the world:
70. Visit Uncle Larry and Auntie Annette in B.C.
71. Take Trinity to visit Auntie Chy and Uncle Justin in Australia.
Because I love learning...for real:
72. Get a Steinbach Library card.
73. Read 5 biographies (0/5).
74. Take German lessons.
75. Take a class at the Arts Council.
76. Read my camera manual and put it to use.
77. Learn how to read the nutritional information on the side of food containers.
78. Take the CPR course with Miguel.
Because life is too short to not have fun:
79. Watch "Planet Earth."
80. Try 10 new recipes (1/10).
81. Order Lola DVDs from Amazon.ca.
82. Watch "The Office."
83. Go see the commercial show (don't know what it is called) at the Art Gallery.
84. Make a running list of movies I would like to rent.
85. Host a weekend women's scrapbooking party at my house.
Because I can't live without money even though I would like to:
86. Sell my car.
87. Make a budget and use it.
88. Open an RESP for T.
89. Organize bill payments.
90. Open up an RRSP.
91. Pay off all unnecessary debt.
92. Develop a plan for saving money.
Because this stuff doesn't fit into my other categories:
93. Finish T's scrapbook up to one year (1/12).
94. Make potpies and freeze them.
95. Update blog once a week.
96. Find a killer pair of black dress pants.
97. Send out family pictures at Christmas (0/3).
98. Get Bella (my dog) fixed.
99. Register with Yak long distance and call people.
100. Get angel statue for Emily and bury her box under it.
101. Make a new 101 in 1001 list.
Sunday, August 24, 2008
Official List Update (Already)
My List
Because I love Jesus and want to know Him more:
1. Read one spiritually inspiring book every two months (0/16).
2. Spend at least 20 minutes a day alone with God.
3. Tithe regularly.
4. Join a cell group again.
5. Volunteer in at least one area of ministry at church.
6. Write in my prayer journal daily.
7. Read my Bible every day.
Because I love my family:
8. Surprise Miguel every other month with something to fill his "love tank" (0/16).
9. Pray with T every night before bed.
10. Have a date night with Miguel once a month (0/33).
11. Take Trinity to the zoo as a family.
12. Read T 1001 new books (0/1001).
13. Go to a cabin with my immediate family.
14. Write Chy one letter a month and actually mail it (for as long as she lives in Australia.) (0/32).
15. Go away to Pinewood Lodge alone with Miguel.
16. Get a will written up.
17. Have another Purple Pamper Party with my mom and sisters.
Because I am a work in progress and need to keep improving:
18. Go to the dentist.
19. Attend aquacizing classes (with T until January then in the evenings by myself).
20. Go for at least two walks a week.
21. Drink 8 glasses of water a day.
22. Get a massage.
23. Make a weekly exercize rountine and stick to it.
24. Buy at least 3 sets of matching underwear that make me feel great (0/3).
25. Only use the computer when my to do list for the day is complete. (Urg!)
26. Pick up the phone and call one friend a week for 3 months in a row (0/12).
27. Leave Trinity at home (with Miguel) and go out with a friend once a month (0/33).
Because my house is also a work in progress:
28. Finish painting dragonflies in Trinity's room.
29. Buy new blinds for living room and our bedroom.
30. Paint living room.
31. Make cushion for window seat.
32. Stain basement stairway.
33. Paint mural in T's playroom.
34. Put all manuals/warranties into a binder.
35. Renovate bathroom.
36. Mud/Paint tiles on my kitchen backsplash.
37. Put up pictures in basement.
38. Put up frame with pictures in it in loft area.
39. Stain greenhouse inside and finish outside.
40. Paint rock in front flower bed.
41. Get a garbage centre built beside garage.
42. Finish guest room.
43. Redecorate bedroom so it is cozy and romantic.
Because I need to get organized:
44. Create a rotation of 4 monthly meal plans.
45. Grocery shop using meal plans.46. Get a new filing cabinet.
47. Get shelf for painting supplies in basement.
48. Organize craft supplies in one place.
49. Paint dresser and organize scrapbooking supplies in it.
50. Designate a mail spot.
51. Cook meals to put in freezer once a month.
52. Make a monthly cleaning plan and follow it.
53. Organize my computer files.
54. Burn back-up copies of all pictures on computer.
Because I care about others:
55. Make one care package a month (0/33).
56. Finish the "deficiencies" on mom's tiles.
57. Volunteer to deliver hampers at Christmas time.
58. Do a breast cancer walk in honour of Grandma and Auntie Sue.
59. Have a garage sale and give all the proceeds to a charity.
60. Finish Chy and Justin's Wedding Album with Neve.
61. Invite my next door neighbour over for lunch.
62. Host a neighbourhood ladies lunch.
63. Bring supper to 5 single moms (0/5).
64. Create Miscarriage Support packages to bring to women who lose a baby.
65. Make a card box with cards for different occasions.
66. Make an official birthday list of family and friends and give cards to them.
67. Send a total of 10 shoe boxes to Operation Christmas Child (0/10).
68. Volunteer at Siloam Mission for a day.
69. Volunteer at Anna's House.
Because I want to see more of the world:
70. Visit Uncle Larry and Auntie Annette in B.C.
71. Take Trinity to visit Auntie Chy and Uncle Justin in Australia.
Because I love learning...for real:
72. Get a Steinbach Library card.
73. Read 5 biographies (0/5).
74. Take German lessons.
75. Take a class at the Arts Council.
76. Read my camera manual and put it to use.
77. Learn how to read the nutritional information on the side of food containers.
78. Take the CPR course with Miguel.
Because life is too short to not have fun:
79. Watch "Planet Earth."
80. Try 10 new recipes (0/10).
81. Order Lola DVDs from Amazon.ca.
82. Watch "The Office."
83. Go see the commercial show (don't know what it is called) at the Art Gallery.
84. Make a running list of movies I would like to rent.
85. Host a weekend women's scrapbooking party at my house.
Because I can't live without money even though I would like to:
86. Sell my car.
87. Make a budget and use it.
88. Open an RESP for T.
89. Organize bill payments.
90. Open up an RRSP.
91. Pay off all unnecessary debt.
92. Develop a plan for saving money.
Because this stuff doesn't fit into my other categories:
93. Finish T's scrapbook up to one year (1/12).
94. Make potpies and freeze them.
95. Update blog once a week.
96. Find a killer pair of black dress pants.
97. Send out family pictures at Christmas (0/3).
98. Get Bella (my dog) fixed.
99. Register with Yak long distance and call people.
100. Get angel statue for Emily and bury her box under it.
101. Make a new 101 in 1001 list.
Because I love Jesus and want to know Him more:
1. Read one spiritually inspiring book every two months (0/16).
2. Spend at least 20 minutes a day alone with God.
3. Tithe regularly.
4. Join a cell group again.
5. Volunteer in at least one area of ministry at church.
6. Write in my prayer journal daily.
7. Read my Bible every day.
Because I love my family:
8. Surprise Miguel every other month with something to fill his "love tank" (0/16).
9. Pray with T every night before bed.
10. Have a date night with Miguel once a month (0/33).
11. Take Trinity to the zoo as a family.
12. Read T 1001 new books (0/1001).
13. Go to a cabin with my immediate family.
14. Write Chy one letter a month and actually mail it (for as long as she lives in Australia.) (0/32).
15. Go away to Pinewood Lodge alone with Miguel.
16. Get a will written up.
17. Have another Purple Pamper Party with my mom and sisters.
Because I am a work in progress and need to keep improving:
18. Go to the dentist.
19. Attend aquacizing classes (with T until January then in the evenings by myself).
20. Go for at least two walks a week.
21. Drink 8 glasses of water a day.
22. Get a massage.
23. Make a weekly exercize rountine and stick to it.
24. Buy at least 3 sets of matching underwear that make me feel great (0/3).
25. Only use the computer when my to do list for the day is complete. (Urg!)
26. Pick up the phone and call one friend a week for 3 months in a row (0/12).
27. Leave Trinity at home (with Miguel) and go out with a friend once a month (0/33).
Because my house is also a work in progress:
28. Finish painting dragonflies in Trinity's room.
29. Buy new blinds for living room and our bedroom.
30. Paint living room.
31. Make cushion for window seat.
32. Stain basement stairway.
33. Paint mural in T's playroom.
34. Put all manuals/warranties into a binder.
35. Renovate bathroom.
36. Mud/Paint tiles on my kitchen backsplash.
37. Put up pictures in basement.
38. Put up frame with pictures in it in loft area.
39. Stain greenhouse inside and finish outside.
40. Paint rock in front flower bed.
41. Get a garbage centre built beside garage.
42. Finish guest room.
43. Redecorate bedroom so it is cozy and romantic.
Because I need to get organized:
44. Create a rotation of 4 monthly meal plans.
45. Grocery shop using meal plans.46. Get a new filing cabinet.
47. Get shelf for painting supplies in basement.
48. Organize craft supplies in one place.
49. Paint dresser and organize scrapbooking supplies in it.
50. Designate a mail spot.
51. Cook meals to put in freezer once a month.
52. Make a monthly cleaning plan and follow it.
53. Organize my computer files.
54. Burn back-up copies of all pictures on computer.
Because I care about others:
55. Make one care package a month (0/33).
56. Finish the "deficiencies" on mom's tiles.
57. Volunteer to deliver hampers at Christmas time.
58. Do a breast cancer walk in honour of Grandma and Auntie Sue.
59. Have a garage sale and give all the proceeds to a charity.
60. Finish Chy and Justin's Wedding Album with Neve.
61. Invite my next door neighbour over for lunch.
62. Host a neighbourhood ladies lunch.
63. Bring supper to 5 single moms (0/5).
64. Create Miscarriage Support packages to bring to women who lose a baby.
65. Make a card box with cards for different occasions.
66. Make an official birthday list of family and friends and give cards to them.
67. Send a total of 10 shoe boxes to Operation Christmas Child (0/10).
68. Volunteer at Siloam Mission for a day.
69. Volunteer at Anna's House.
Because I want to see more of the world:
70. Visit Uncle Larry and Auntie Annette in B.C.
71. Take Trinity to visit Auntie Chy and Uncle Justin in Australia.
Because I love learning...for real:
72. Get a Steinbach Library card.
73. Read 5 biographies (0/5).
74. Take German lessons.
75. Take a class at the Arts Council.
76. Read my camera manual and put it to use.
77. Learn how to read the nutritional information on the side of food containers.
78. Take the CPR course with Miguel.
Because life is too short to not have fun:
79. Watch "Planet Earth."
80. Try 10 new recipes (0/10).
81. Order Lola DVDs from Amazon.ca.
82. Watch "The Office."
83. Go see the commercial show (don't know what it is called) at the Art Gallery.
84. Make a running list of movies I would like to rent.
85. Host a weekend women's scrapbooking party at my house.
Because I can't live without money even though I would like to:
86. Sell my car.
87. Make a budget and use it.
88. Open an RESP for T.
89. Organize bill payments.
90. Open up an RRSP.
91. Pay off all unnecessary debt.
92. Develop a plan for saving money.
Because this stuff doesn't fit into my other categories:
93. Finish T's scrapbook up to one year (1/12).
94. Make potpies and freeze them.
95. Update blog once a week.
96. Find a killer pair of black dress pants.
97. Send out family pictures at Christmas (0/3).
98. Get Bella (my dog) fixed.
99. Register with Yak long distance and call people.
100. Get angel statue for Emily and bury her box under it.
101. Make a new 101 in 1001 list.
Friday, August 22, 2008
My Official 101 in 1001 List
Start Date: Friday, August 22, 2008
End Date: Friday, May 20, 2011
Because I absolutely LOVE crossing things off a list to do (in fact sometimes I add things I have already done or almost completed just so I can cross them off...should I have admitted that? Too late) here is the visual way that I plan to show my project progress.
1. Projects that are in the process will be italicized.
2. Projects that are completed will be written in red (until I figure out how to strike through text.)
3. In the case of tasks that involve developing some sort of habit I will say that the task is not complete until it has happened consistently for 2 months.
***These goals do not include any career- related goals because I am required to make a growth plan each year at school and therefore all career goals will be included in that plan.***
My List
Because I love Jesus and want to know Him more:
1. Read one spiritually inspiring book every two months (0/16).
2. Spend at least 20 minutes a day alone with God.
3. Tithe regularly.
Because I love my family:
Because I am a work in progress and need to keep improving:
Because my house is also a work in progress:
28. Finish painting dragonflies in Trinity's room.
Because I need to get organized:
44. Create a rotation of 4 monthly meal plans.
45. Grocery shop using meal plans.
46. Get a new filing cabinet.
Because I care about others:
Because I want to see more of the world:
70. Visit Uncle Larry and Auntie Annette in B.C.
Because I love learning...for real:
72. Get a Steinbach Library card.
73. Read 5 biographies (0/5).
Because life is too short to not have fun:
79. Watch "Planet Earth."
80. Try 10 new recipes (0/10).
81. Order Lola DVDs from Amazon.ca.
Because I can't live without money even though I would like to:
86. Sell my car.
87. Make a budget and use it.
88. Open an RESP for T.
89. Organize bill payments.
90. Open up an RRSP.
91. Pay off all unnecessary debt.
92. Develop a plan for saving money.
Because this stuff doesn't fit into my other categories:
93. Finish T's scrapbook up to one year (0/12).
94. Make potpies and freeze them.
95. Update blog once a week.
96. Find a killer pair of black dress pants.
97. Send out family pictures at Christmas (0/3).
98. Get Bella (my dog) fixed.
99. Register with Yak long distance and call people.
100. Get angel statue for Emily and bury her box under it.
101. Make a new 101 in 1001 list.
End Date: Friday, May 20, 2011
Because I absolutely LOVE crossing things off a list to do (in fact sometimes I add things I have already done or almost completed just so I can cross them off...should I have admitted that? Too late) here is the visual way that I plan to show my project progress.
1. Projects that are in the process will be italicized.
2. Projects that are completed will be written in red (until I figure out how to strike through text.)
3. In the case of tasks that involve developing some sort of habit I will say that the task is not complete until it has happened consistently for 2 months.
***These goals do not include any career- related goals because I am required to make a growth plan each year at school and therefore all career goals will be included in that plan.***
My List
Because I love Jesus and want to know Him more:
1. Read one spiritually inspiring book every two months (0/16).
2. Spend at least 20 minutes a day alone with God.
3. Tithe regularly.
4. Join a cell group again.
5. Volunteer in at least one area of ministry at church.
6. Write in my prayer journal daily.
7. Read my Bible every day.
Because I love my family:
8. Surprise Miguel every other month with something to fill his "love tank" (0/16).
9. Pray with T every night before bed.
10. Have a date night with Miguel once a month (0/33).
11. Take Trinity to the zoo as a family.
12. Read T 1001 new books (0/1001).
13. Go to a cabin with my immediate family.
14. Write Chy one letter a month and actually mail it (for as long as she lives in Australia.) (0/32).
15. Go away to Pinewood Lodge alone with Miguel.
16. Get a will written up.
17. Have another Purple Pamper Party with my mom and sisters.
Because I am a work in progress and need to keep improving:
18. Go to the dentist.
19. Attend aquacizing classes (with T until January then in the evenings by myself).
20. Go for at least two walks a week.
21. Drink 8 glasses of water a day.
22. Get a massage.
23. Make a weekly exercize rountine and stick to it.
24. Buy at least 3 sets of matching underwear that make me feel great (0/3).
25. Only use the computer when my to do list for the day is complete. (Urg!)
26. Pick up the phone and call one friend a week for 3 months in a row (0/12).
27. Leave Trinity at home (with Miguel) and go out with a friend once a month (0/33).
Because my house is also a work in progress:
28. Finish painting dragonflies in Trinity's room.
29. Buy new blinds for living room and our bedroom.
30. Paint living room.
31. Make cushion for window seat.
32. Stain basement stairway.
33. Paint mural in T's playroom.
34. Put all manuals/warranties into a binder.
35. Renovate bathroom.
36. Mud/Paint tiles on my kitchen backsplash.
37. Put up pictures in basement.
38. Put up frame with pictures in it in loft area.
39. Stain greenhouse inside and finish outside.
40. Paint rock in front flower bed.
41. Get a garbage centre built beside garage.
42. Finish guest room.
43. Redecorate bedroom so it is cozy and romantic.
Because I need to get organized:
44. Create a rotation of 4 monthly meal plans.
45. Grocery shop using meal plans.
46. Get a new filing cabinet.
47. Get shelf for painting supplies in basement.
48. Organize craft supplies in one place.
49. Paint dresser and organize scrapbooking supplies in it.
50. Designate a mail spot.
51. Cook meals to put in freezer once a month.
52. Make a monthly cleaning plan and follow it.
53. Organize my computer files.
54. Burn back-up copies of all pictures on computer.
Because I care about others:
55. Make one care package a month (0/33).
56. Finish the "deficiencies" on mom's tiles.
57. Volunteer to deliver hampers at Christmas time.
58. Do a breast cancer walk in honour of Grandma and Auntie Sue.
59. Have a garage sale and give all the proceeds to a charity.
60. Finish Chy and Justin's Wedding Album with Neve.
61. Invite my next door neighbour over for lunch.
62. Host a neighbourhood ladies lunch.
63. Bring supper to 5 single moms (0/5).
64. Create Miscarriage Support packages to bring to women who lose a baby.
65. Make a card box with cards for different occasions.
66. Make an official birthday list of family and friends and give cards to them.
67. Send a total of 10 shoe boxes to Operation Christmas Child (0/10).
68. Volunteer at Siloam Mission for a day.
69. Volunteer at Anna's House.
Because I want to see more of the world:
70. Visit Uncle Larry and Auntie Annette in B.C.
71. Take Trinity to visit Auntie Chy and Uncle Justin in Australia.
Because I love learning...for real:
72. Get a Steinbach Library card.
73. Read 5 biographies (0/5).
74. Take German lessons.
75. Take a class at the Arts Council.
76. Read my camera manual and put it to use.
77. Learn how to read the nutritional information on the side of food containers.
78. Take the CPR course with Miguel.
Because life is too short to not have fun:
79. Watch "Planet Earth."
80. Try 10 new recipes (0/10).
81. Order Lola DVDs from Amazon.ca.
82. Watch "The Office."
83. Go see the commercial show (don't know what it is called) at the Art Gallery.
84. Make a running list of movies I would like to rent.
85. Host a weekend women's scrapbooking party at my house.
Because I can't live without money even though I would like to:
86. Sell my car.
87. Make a budget and use it.
88. Open an RESP for T.
89. Organize bill payments.
90. Open up an RRSP.
91. Pay off all unnecessary debt.
92. Develop a plan for saving money.
Because this stuff doesn't fit into my other categories:
93. Finish T's scrapbook up to one year (0/12).
94. Make potpies and freeze them.
95. Update blog once a week.
96. Find a killer pair of black dress pants.
97. Send out family pictures at Christmas (0/3).
98. Get Bella (my dog) fixed.
99. Register with Yak long distance and call people.
100. Get angel statue for Emily and bury her box under it.
101. Make a new 101 in 1001 list.
My 101 in 1001
Okay so I am not really sold on all the stuff that happens on blogs but I am drawn into this craze for some reason. I think it stems from the fact that I am a goal-oriented person and I work really well if I have very concrete achieveable (yet challenging) goals to work towards. My career is very goal-oriented so being on mat-leave has sometimes left me feeling like I am not really working towards anything. I know I have a VERY important task....raising a child of God....but within that task I feel as though I am not giving to anyone else nor taking time for God or myself. I need balance and I love the way that people's 101 in 1001 lists reflect a balance of goals across their priorities.
For those of you who are not aware of what this involves here are "the rules."
The Mission:
Complete 101 preset tasks in a period of 1001 days.
The Criteria:
Tasks must be specific (ie. no ambiguity in the wording) with a result that is either measurable or clearly defined. Tasks must also be realistic and stretching (ie. represent some amount of work on my part).
Why 1001 Days?
Many people have created lists in the past - frequently simple goals such as New Year's resolutions. The key to beating procrastination is to set a deadline that is realistic. 1001 Days (about 2.75 years) is a better period of time than a year, because it allows you several seasons to complete the tasks, which is better for organising and timing some tasks such as overseas trips or outdoor activities.
I tend to start projects and never complete them or have too many on the go at once. This is a way for me to be accountable for these projects....even if it is just to myself and Blogger. My next post will be my official first list.
For those of you who are not aware of what this involves here are "the rules."
The Mission:
Complete 101 preset tasks in a period of 1001 days.
The Criteria:
Tasks must be specific (ie. no ambiguity in the wording) with a result that is either measurable or clearly defined. Tasks must also be realistic and stretching (ie. represent some amount of work on my part).
Why 1001 Days?
Many people have created lists in the past - frequently simple goals such as New Year's resolutions. The key to beating procrastination is to set a deadline that is realistic. 1001 Days (about 2.75 years) is a better period of time than a year, because it allows you several seasons to complete the tasks, which is better for organising and timing some tasks such as overseas trips or outdoor activities.
I tend to start projects and never complete them or have too many on the go at once. This is a way for me to be accountable for these projects....even if it is just to myself and Blogger. My next post will be my official first list.
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