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Give Me One More Week!

July 28, 2015 By Shann 74 Comments

Today, I was writing my post about my July goals completion. I have quite a few things already scheduled for posts this week, so I figured today would be the best day to do it.  Then, I went back and re-read all my goals.

Hmmm.  I’m not really at the point I wanted to be.

So, I scraped that because I still have one week of July left, and I’m going to make the best of it!

First, I shut down the computer and colored with my oldest while the babies were napping. This is normally my work time, but since one of my goals was to not let my blog interfere with family time, I made my choice.

My little Artist

After drawing, we attempted a little cleaning/organizing of my oldest’s room, but it’s definitely more than a half hour project.  We were saved by the twins waking up.

We were also saved by my Mom.  She called to say she had made a meatloaf, and did we want half?  Yes!  Now, dinner was solved, and we could all eat together.  I did make broccoli and noodles as side dishes, but the only thing that was completely gone from the plate was Grandma’s meatloaf.  We tried to get everyone excited about the broccoli by cheering at every piece eaten, but then they just thought it was a game.  At least we had fun together!

Hooray for Broccoli (1)

Finally, since I haven’t been working out as much as I wanted to, my husband took the boys to play in the basement so that I could do a workout tape.

Jillian Michaels kicked my booty, but it felt good. Plus, I drank a whole bottle of water when I was finished.

And I still have 4 days left until the end of the month, so I’ll keep working to reach my goals until the very end.

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Filed Under: Goals Tagged With: coloring, dinner, drawing, drinking water, exercise, family time, July goals, meeting goals, staying healthy, water

Comments

  1. lumpychronicles2015 says

    July 28, 2015 at 7:19 am

    Sounds like you are very focused. Good luck x

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  2. birdhousebooks says

    July 28, 2015 at 9:12 am

    You are doing great with your end of the month goals! Hope you have a wonderful week.

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  3. Jennifer C. says

    July 28, 2015 at 9:37 am

    Aweseomeness on achieving goals! You’re doing great!

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  4. Kimberly says

    July 28, 2015 at 9:56 am

    I WISH my kids would eat broccoli! Cheering won’t help…LOL I love the little table where your kiddos eat! I need one of those!

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    • Shann says

      July 28, 2015 at 1:41 pm

      Thank you!

      Reply
  5. Becky @ Disney in your Day says

    July 28, 2015 at 10:09 am

    I think just setting goals and working toward them is an accomplishment, even if you don’t achieve them all. I still need to get around to actually writing down some goals for the month!

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    • Shann says

      July 28, 2015 at 1:41 pm

      Thank you!

      Reply
  6. bethietheboo says

    July 28, 2015 at 10:42 am

    I love that you had the kids cheering for each bite of broccoli. Maybe that will work with my son, he’s rebelling against veggies all of a sudden! Good luck hitting your other goals!

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    • Shann says

      July 28, 2015 at 1:41 pm

      Ha! Mine usually rebel against all veggies too. I guess we’ll have to cheer all the time 😉

      Reply
  7. Daria says

    July 28, 2015 at 11:17 am

    Shann, that was a great choice to take some one on one time. He will forever remember that. I’m sure it gets hectic with three, so finding some time to spend quality time with each one is important… Thanks for sharing!

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    • Shann says

      July 28, 2015 at 1:40 pm

      Thank you so much Daria!

      Reply
  8. Morgan @ Morgan Manages Mommyhood says

    July 28, 2015 at 12:30 pm

    Great job on your goals! I always feel like I look at mine and think.. how on EARTH did I think I would accomplish all this? I give my self some wiggle room by telling myself they’re more guidelines for what I’d like the month to looks like..

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    • Shann says

      July 28, 2015 at 1:39 pm

      Exactly! Thanks for reading and the encouragement!

      Reply
  9. Tina @ My Highest Self says

    July 28, 2015 at 1:36 pm

    Oh yes I know Jillian Michaels can kick a booty! Sounds like you are doing pretty ok to me, love the photos of your family!

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    • Shann says

      July 28, 2015 at 1:39 pm

      Thank you!

      Reply
  10. Cynthia @craftoflaughter says

    July 28, 2015 at 2:27 pm

    You can do it! We can do it! I’m sitting in an airport, anxious to get home and looking forward to finishing my July goals. It’s been a tough month!

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    • Shann says

      July 28, 2015 at 3:17 pm

      It’s went by so fast, I feel like I’ve barely had time to think about my goals.

      Reply
  11. Jessica says

    July 28, 2015 at 2:35 pm

    i LOVE that you shut your computer down and colored with the oldest! The broccoli cheer is always way more fun than eating the broccoli but none the less it’s still good, maybe add some cheese to get them to eat it. My little one, we used to add parmesan cheese to just his and eventually he wanted to eat what everyone else was, so he stopped asking for the cheese. and Go you for doing Jillian! She always kicks booty, keep kicking your goals!!! Enjoy the last week of July!!

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    • Shann says

      July 28, 2015 at 3:18 pm

      Yes, I had to add cheese 🙂 Thank you for the support!

      Reply
  12. trendychelsea says

    July 28, 2015 at 2:57 pm

    Aw, your boys are so cute! And I think that its really awesome of you to not let your blog interfere with fan time, so important! Xo
    Chelsea

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    • Shann says

      July 28, 2015 at 3:18 pm

      Thank you!

      Reply
  13. frostonthevine says

    July 28, 2015 at 3:12 pm

    Who doesn’t go crazy from broccoli??! I guess if you’re a youngin’ you might turn your nose up…but those kids don’t know what they’re missing!!! lol. Good for you for being so dedicated with your goals. I definitely wish I were more regimented. You’re an inspiration! 🙂

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    • Shann says

      July 28, 2015 at 3:16 pm

      Awe. Thanks. You’re too sweet! 🙂

      Reply
  14. Kate says

    July 28, 2015 at 4:06 pm

    I love Jillian’s Thirty Day Shred when I need a butt-kicking at home workout! Glad you got to get your exercise in, mama! It always makes me feel better!

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    • Shann says

      July 28, 2015 at 8:32 pm

      Yes it does!

      Reply
  15. Caitlin says

    July 28, 2015 at 5:50 pm

    Setting goals is one thing. Looking back at how far you’ve come is the fun part! Way to go on keeping it up until the end of the month. Looks like you’re having fun accomplishing your goals, too!

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    • Shann says

      July 28, 2015 at 8:32 pm

      Thank you! I’m trying to 🙂

      Reply
  16. kelseysleek says

    July 28, 2015 at 5:52 pm

    This is inspiring! The fact you set your goals out and are consciously achieving them, even though it may not always be as easy as expected, is amazing! <3

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    • Shann says

      July 28, 2015 at 8:31 pm

      Thank you so much!

      Reply
  17. rachel Mouton says

    July 28, 2015 at 6:05 pm

    OMGosh! They are adorable 🙂

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    • Shann says

      July 28, 2015 at 8:31 pm

      Thank you!

      Reply
  18. Sicorra says

    July 28, 2015 at 7:05 pm

    Love the way you get your little ones to eat their veggies! Such a smart idea Shann!

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    • Shann says

      July 28, 2015 at 8:31 pm

      Thank you! 🙂

      Reply
  19. Sarah Noel says

    July 28, 2015 at 7:44 pm

    Great goals! I need to be better about not letting blogging interfere with my family. It’s hard!

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    • Shann says

      July 28, 2015 at 8:31 pm

      Thank you! It IS hard!

      Reply
  20. Carolyn says

    July 28, 2015 at 9:19 pm

    Great goals, I am big believer in writing down and making it happen.

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    • Shann says

      July 28, 2015 at 9:27 pm

      Thank you! Me too!

      Reply
  21. byecomparison says

    July 28, 2015 at 9:35 pm

    You made the right choice for sure! Man, I wish I lived close enough to my mom to get calls like that! Also, I love meatloaf, why don’t I ever make it? Must change that.

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    • Shann says

      July 29, 2015 at 8:25 am

      Yes, it is an awesome perk living so close 🙂

      Reply
  22. Claudette Esterine says

    July 28, 2015 at 9:59 pm

    Writing things down keeps us accountable! Good job

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    • Shann says

      July 29, 2015 at 8:24 am

      Yes, I agree 🙂

      Reply
  23. thequietgrove says

    July 28, 2015 at 10:37 pm

    I am always happy when my husband watches the kids so I can get in my workouts as well. Good luck on your goals.

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    • Shann says

      July 29, 2015 at 8:24 am

      Thank you!

      Reply
  24. Liz Mays says

    July 28, 2015 at 11:06 pm

    Between dinner being taken care of and the chance to fit a workout in, you had a great day!

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    • Shann says

      July 29, 2015 at 8:22 am

      Thanks Liz!

      Reply
  25. Stacey @ Stacey Homemaker says

    July 28, 2015 at 11:30 pm

    Hooray for broccoli!! That is too funny! I remember something like that when I was little too but it was brusell sprouts, yuck. Good job on your workout!

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    • Shann says

      July 29, 2015 at 8:22 am

      Thanks Stacey!

      Reply
  26. Miss Millennia Mag (@MissMillMag) says

    July 29, 2015 at 4:22 am

    You’re an inspiration! Good luck for hitting your goals!!

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    • Shann says

      July 29, 2015 at 8:22 am

      Thank you!

      Reply
  27. Ria Rosaura Romero says

    July 29, 2015 at 5:22 am

    it’s always great to share some time with your kids, i enjoy it even if it’s short because it makes you bond together doing simple things.

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    • Shann says

      July 29, 2015 at 8:24 am

      Yes, I agree.

      Reply
  28. Nicole Lutzy says

    July 29, 2015 at 7:47 am

    Motherhood is a tiring job! Sounds like your kids are having a great summer!

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    • Shann says

      July 29, 2015 at 8:23 am

      Yes, it really is. Thanks! I hope so!

      Reply
  29. Megan VW says

    July 29, 2015 at 7:49 am

    What great God you have. I find it terribly challenging to focus on fitness when it’s this hot.

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    • Shann says

      July 29, 2015 at 8:23 am

      It IS hard…but at least we have A/C. 🙂

      Reply
  30. Jennifer H says

    July 29, 2015 at 8:34 am

    It’s always a nice surprise when dinner is made for you! One less thing on our plate 🙂

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    • Shann says

      July 29, 2015 at 2:26 pm

      Exactly!

      Reply
  31. Ourfamilyworld says

    July 29, 2015 at 1:55 pm

    Haha. I do that with my kids, too. It’s tough when it’s not their favorite veggie.

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    • Shann says

      July 29, 2015 at 2:19 pm

      Yes, it sure is 🙂

      Reply
  32. Elizabeth O. says

    July 29, 2015 at 1:59 pm

    Shutting down your computer to give yourself time to enjoy the time with your kids is good. Good luck on your goals.

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    • Shann says

      July 29, 2015 at 2:19 pm

      Thank you Elizabeth.

      Reply
  33. Debbie Denny says

    July 29, 2015 at 7:35 pm

    Do the broccoli. Love the pics and post.

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  34. Alana says

    July 29, 2015 at 7:38 pm

    My workouts are similar workout videos here and there in the basement. Sometimes while being jumped on by kids some times when the hubby takes them off my hands! So nice you spent quality time colouring with your big guy while the twins were sleeping! He’s really good!!!

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    • Shann says

      July 29, 2015 at 9:54 pm

      Thank you Alana!

      Reply
  35. The Calico Cat says

    July 30, 2015 at 8:35 am

    I love that you took time away from your blog to spend time with your littles. I know that they loved it! P.S. Your boys are adorable! 🙂

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    • Shann says

      July 30, 2015 at 9:19 am

      Thank you!

      Reply
  36. Nina says

    July 30, 2015 at 10:32 am

    Good luck with your goals! I like that you prioritized coloring over blogging. It’s always nice to squeeze in some one on one time 🙂

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    • Shann says

      July 30, 2015 at 7:43 pm

      Yes! Thank you!

      Reply
  37. Tricia Leigh Artim says

    July 30, 2015 at 8:56 pm

    You have got this!! Good luck completing your goals, and look on the bright side…at least you actually made goals for this month! You can do it!!!

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    • Shann says

      July 30, 2015 at 9:38 pm

      Very true. Thank you!

      Reply
  38. almostsexymommy says

    July 31, 2015 at 12:32 pm

    I love his drawings and they’re so cute at dinner (yay, broccoli!). Good for you, putting work away for him. I do the same thing sometimes, even though my kids are older – they still need time with Mom and they’re getting older every day. I’ve been trying hard this summer to make lots of time for my kids!

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    • Shann says

      July 31, 2015 at 10:43 pm

      Thanks Trish!

      Reply
  39. Neely (@Neelykins) says

    August 16, 2015 at 1:18 pm

    Have you ever thought of blending veggies into a smoothie? My friend does that for her kiddos 🙂 I do it for myself LOL

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    • Shann says

      August 16, 2015 at 5:40 pm

      I need to do that! Thank you!

      Reply

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