If you’re brand-new to goal-setting, be sure to read my post on How to Change Your Life By Setting Goals.
Here’s my list of 25 Goals for 2013 and an update on how I did in June:
Personal Goals
Read through the Bible in a year using this plan. {I’m on track with this so far.}
Run in at least one 5K race.
Complete the Couch to 10K program.
Memorize Romans 1 and 2 with Jesse. {This has been slow going, but I have the first half of Romans 1 almost all memorized.}
Wake up by 6 a.m. and exercise, shower, and dress by 8 a.m. every day. {Still working on this!}
Read 150 books/ebooks {See my list of 48 books I’m for sure planning to read here — I’ve read 65 books/ebooks so far in 2013, so I’m a little behind, but I’m hoping to catch up this summer. We’ll see!}Marriage Goals
Read 3 marriage books.
Finish reading through the Psalms together as a couple.
Have overnight stay (sans children) at least every other month. {Done in May.}
Go on at least one date per month. {This didn’t happen in June, but hopefully it will in July!}Mothering Goals
Continue memorizing together from the Grace and Truth memory book.
Ice-skating lessons for all three children during the first quarter of 2013.
Swimming lessons for all three children during the summer.{We’re gearing up to start our third round of lessons!}
Finish at least 37 read-aloud books. {We’ve finished 22 books so far this year, so we’re on a good track here.}Ministry/Friendships/Extended Family Goals
Weekly accountability meetings with a friend.
Get together with friends for a playdate or lunch at least once a month. {Done once in June.}
Continue being involved in our local church, couple’s group, and blogging accountability group.
Continue with weekly get-togethers with both sides of our extended family.Financial Goals
Use a portion of the proceeds from my next book project to fund a well project.
Fund our Child Survival Program for 2013.{Done — yay!}
Buy a new bedroom set.
Invest in another rental property.Business/Blogging Goals
Release two new ebooks.
Attend one speaking conference.{I attended the She Speaks Intensive in January.}
Finish and submit the manuscript for my next book.
Did you set goals for 2013?
If so, tell us how you’re doing in the comments or leave a link to your blog post update below. Let’s encourage one another to live lives of intention and purpose!
Tanya R. says
I did a 6 month goal check up and realized that I probably have too many goals. I’ll definitely tone it down next year. I’m still glad I made them, though, because it’s pushing me to get things done!
http://theeconomicalhomemaker.com/2013-goals-6-month-check-up/
Jamie Rohrbaugh says
You’re making great progress! Most of mine have gotten neglected, and I haven’t even blogged about them. It’s funny how priorities can change… or, get refined, I suppose would be a better word.
Tiffany @ Wife.Mother.Teacher. says
Looking back, I’m actually really impressed with our progress this year! I love how writing down and keeping track of a to do list helps make us feel so accomplished and motivated to continue. 🙂
Crystal says
Yay!!!
Anne says
On the drive to my in-laws’ house yesterday, my husband and I made 5 year and 1 year goals to revisit each 4th of July. What I appreciate the most about your blog is your example of living intentionally.
Crystal Stuart says
I notice you crossed off your bedroom furniture set! One of my goals for the year as well….however my money-consciousness is biting me on that. Did you purchase yours new? Or did you buy a set of of Craigslist? The year’s half over and I need to start getting with it if I’m going to cross it off my list! 🙂
Crystal says
I wrote more about it and posted a link to a picture here: https://moneysavingmom.com/2013/05/2013-goals-april-update.html
Lora C says
I did not set goals at the beginning of the year, but I am motivated to set some now for the second half. Thanks for encouraging me on my journey to live my life on purpose–I am truly tired of just existing.
Tracey says
I always enjoy seeing the progress you’re making with your goals! I find that I’m doing well in some areas, and need a bit of motivation in others. Here’s how 2013 is looking so far – http://girlstogrow.blogspot.com/2013/07/2013-goals-update-for-june.html
Karen says
Here is my June check up.
http://familiesaroundthekitchentable.blogspot.com/2013/07/junes-check-up-goals-2013.html
Shana Norris says
This post really motivates me, Crystal. I always love reading your weekly goal check-ins, too.
Shana Norris says
You inspired me to do an update, Crystal:
http://shananorris.net/2013/07/06/2013-goals-june-update/
Crystal says
I LOVE your goals and am so inspired by them… they gave me some ideas for goals I want to add to my list for next year! Thank you for sharing!
Nicole says
It is exciting to see what you’ve accomplished so far this year. I’m excited about what I am crossing off on my list, too! Here is my update: http://nicoleslifeafter20.blogspot.com/2013/07/june-goals-update.html
Jenny says
http://proverbs215.blogspot.com/2013/06/june-goals-update.html