A portion of my list...here's what I'll share so far.
Date night once a month. Shooting range doesn't count, but keep going there.
Connect with old friends again in person. Not online, FB or texting, but face to face.
Once a month or every two months girls day.
Weekend getaway with the girls in the spring. Maybe with kids but NO husbands.
All bills, CC and medical, paid off by end of year 2011. Only household bills for 2012.
Start researching new car for myself.
Saving for Disneyland 2012.
Money that is in savings remains there unless there is a true emergency.
More playdates for JD.
More activities with JD...aquarium, indoor playground, movies etc
Keep house organized and clutter under control.
Watch tv more with Paul even when I don't like what he is watching.
Find somewhere to volunteer.
Either get to Reno or get Teresa here by June.
Weekend getaway with Paul by June and then Fall Getaway...Canada maybe.
Get JD fully potty trained.
Give blood every 56 days.
Plan weekly meals and try to incorporate new things.
Have Paul help with JD's routine more.
Read more. Strive for one book a month.
Hire landscapers.
Get Paul healthy...body and mind.
Get office space cleaned and organized and claim it as MY room for crafting and work.
Buy a new outfit once a month. Dress as if I have a purpose.
Pedicure and eyebrows every two months.
Each payday $20-$40 for each of us to do whatever we want.
More craft projects. Buy a sewing machine.
Once a month family dinners with parents.
See Grandma Kay more often.
Take a class of some kind...learn something new.
Get JD involved in an activity...tumbling, sports etc.
Work less hours.
More family activities.
Re-vamp resume.
Make Pauls lunch every day and get his coffee ready.
Play more Wii.
Love "shooting range doesn't count!"
ReplyDeleteLisa, it looks like not only does your list reflect financial priorities, but family as well. You sound like you have a young family and are struggling to deal with all the pressures of work, kids and husband.
I love how you put your husband's lunch and coffee on the list. I fell into the trap for a time of letting my husband slide; he was an adult and could take care of himself. He didn't need all the attention the kids obviously did. Good for you for taking the time to be there for him. It's an investment well worth the extra effort!