A few February goals

 

Delightful graphic by Abby at Little Birdie Blessings

How, oh how is it that 2026 is 1/12 over already?!  Time for me to set a few goals for February.  As always, some are specific to this month, and many are ongoing.  Here goes:

* Keep up with Flylady's homemaking zones of the week
* Spend time with our friends who are younger believers
* Enjoy our church ladies' gathering
* Post in this blog as often as possible 
* Post in my Christmas blog as often as possible
* Continue planning and making Christmas gifts and decor
* Continue planning for family birthday gifts and crafting any handmade ones
* Continue studying and preparing for my Sunday Scripture blog posts
* Read through the February passages of the Daily Walk Bible
* Finish a surprise gift
* Continue stocking my Etsy shop and continue selling vintage items
* Write at least 4 encouraging notes to friends and family
* Help and encourage my local daughter as I'm able
* Plan meals with a greater emphasis on healthy eating
* Get early light each morning
* Get to bed by 8:30 each night we are at home
* Drink enough water each day
* Walk and/or exercise at least 4 times each week
* Get together with friends for brunch and thrifting
* Continue with my Sunday School lesson preparation and teaching
* Complete a 40-day sugar fast
* Work at our volunteer jobs as needed
* Work on typing a manuscript
* Continue our times of teatime discipleship on Wednesdays
* Seek to encourage friends by email and phone chats
* Put up a few Valentine themed decorations
* Figure out finishes for some completed cross-stitch and embroidery projects
* Maybe design and make some banners for winter and maple sugaring season
* Do some freezer meals (and some cleaning) in preparation for our Nevada family's March visit

HEALTHY HABITS FOR FEBRUARY:  Drink more water/get more sleep/exercise daily/intermittent fasting/limit carbs/get morning light

WORD FOR 2025: Intentional

And there you have it -- a few goals for February 2026!