Getting started...

Where to start...the list. Need to make the list. I can't get started if I don't have a plan. Three years... we'll be in the next decade by the time some of this stuff gets done. Ok...I'm done procrastinating.

Here's the list:

1. ........ AAAUGHH!! Writer's block! No wonder I became a photographer!

FOCUS!

1. Clean my house to the point that anyone can drop by any time and it doesn't cause major panic (by 12/1)
2. File each and every CD/DVD of each event I've shot so I no longer have plastic cartons of CDs on my desk.
3. Organize (not just clean) my studio in general. There's no excuse for it's condition.
4. Eat something that counts as fruit every day (juice, applesauce, and craisins count!) (0/1001)
5. Photocopy everything in my wallet in case it gets stolen. (thanks Sarah!)
6. Do my dishes EVERY day. (sad, huh?) (0/1001)
7. Go to bed by midnight every night (unless I'm doing something fun. No more staying up past midnight because I'm working on photography stuff) (0/1001)
8. Sell my old lightmeter. (don't worry, I bought a new one first)
9. Get a new camera before Mar 2009.
10. Get my car fixed and back on the road
11. Make a plan to save for Summit. ($1500)
12. Make a plan to save for Lakeside. ($800)
13. Make a plan to save to visit my brother. ($1000)
14. Plan out my vacation time for next year.
15. Get a flu shot before I get the flu.
16. Journal at least once per week. (0/140)
17. Shoot a new picture every day that isn't because I've been contracted to do it. Shoot it for fun. (0/1001)
18. Post each of the above said pictures and comment (0/1001)
19. Get someone to buy one of the above said pictures. (0/1)
20. Blog about each of my goals and take a picture of it. (They should mean something to me) (0/101)
21. Get back in touch with man who's life I saved a few years ago. (I'll explain later)
22. Remember everyone's birthday in my family and send something.
23. Buy a video camera.
24. Do a photo session of myself with another photographer. (Translation: have my picture taken!) (Thanks for the idea Bob!) (by 9/24/09)
25. Read 2 chapters of my bible every day. (yes, every day!) (0/2002)
26. Put $50 into savings each week. (0/140)
27. Tithe 10% each month. (0/33)
28. Scrapbook my pictures that I have from when I shot film. (by 11/1/2009)
29. Business plan. (by 01/01/09)
30. Keep my phone, laptop, bluetooth, GPS, camera batteries, and Ipod touch charged. (Just call me gadgetgirl!)
31. Train for the women's 5k and run it at Race in the Park for Breast Cancer on Mother's Day weekend each year. (0/3)
32. Answer 10 emails every day within 24 hours. (0/10010)
33. Get my receipts together, organized, and documented for tax time. (by 3/1/09)
34. Put some of my fav. shots up on my studio walls.
35. Send flowers (or something similar) to 5 people just because. (0/5)
36. Go camping before Summer ends in 2009.
37. Get rid of 101 things that are just clutter. (0/101)
38. Scan all 2005, 2006, 2007, and 2008 contracts and put them on disc and file them. (by 1/1/09)
39. Take 20 mins each week to plan out my days as best I can for the week. (0/140)
40. Pay my bills on time every month. (0/140)
41. Import and USE quicken to keep track of my accounts.
42. Create a budget and stick to it.
43. Clean my room.
44. Make my bed 6 days every week. (0/840)
45. Take better care of my skin. Wash face every night. No more going to bed with makeup on the face, even if it's late. (0/1001)
46. Do 4th step on m, e-h, and a general one. (I'll explain later) (m - finish by 1/1/2009, e-h finish by 3/1/09, general finish by 5/1/09)
47. Return all voicemails (business and personal) within 24 hours with at least an email. (0/1001)
48. Clean Jason's room (WITH him, not FOR him)
49. Re-arrange living room.
50. Clean out video cabinet and get rid of anything that I haven't watched in the last....2 years.
51. Learn 1001 new ASL signs. (0/1001)
52. Spend one day wandering through Middletown just for the experience and good shots. (by 8/1/09)
53. Find 25 things at home to sell for ebay or craigslist. (0/25)
54. Read a chapter of a book in addition to my bible at least once per week. (0/140)
55. Check "Jenny from the Farm"'s blog every week and help keep her accountable. (0/140)
56. Pay off my car. ($6700 to go)
57. Take an online course.
58. Recruit 3 people to do 101 in 1001. (0/3)
59. Call my brother once a week. (0/140)
60. Leave and arrive at the times I say I will for 30 consecutive days. (0/30)
61. Make the most comprehensive photography to-do list and don't make more than one!
62. Tackle that list! (Photography stuff is on-going, so I can't say complete it)
63. Pray with Jason every night that he's with me.
64. Get a facial.
65. Get a massage.
66. Wear different jewelry one day per week. (0/140)
67. Get a NICE suit for 2009 wedding season. (by 3/1/09)
68. Have 101 "no spend" days (0/101)
69. Read "The Mom Factor" and complete workbook.
70. Lead and go through another step study.
71. Enter and win a contest.
72. Get a passport.
73. Take Jason to Disney
74. Donate blood twice per year (0/6)
75. Drink nothing but water and milk for one week per year. (0/3)
76. Make a quilt.
77. Write something and get it published.
78. Make Crescia twice a year (0/6)
79. Make Passatelli twice a year (0/6)
80. Go bowling with Jason
81. Get rid of yahoo account.
82. Find 10 new ways to make money with my photography (0/10)
83. Make homemade bread with Jason.
84. Get evaluated for braces.
85. Take $100 and hit the slots at the casino, ONCE. (Do not spend any gain) And once it's gone it's gone. (I know this sounds wasteful, but I've never been before, and MAYBE I'll come away with more than I went with. Remember, I can't spend anything I win) (0/1)
86. Pay back people I owe (Dr. H, A. J.-VT, A.R.-trumbull)
87. Get my own health insurance
88. Make the hallway closet usable
89. Take a dance lesson (or two)
90. See a broadway show (besides Lion King)
91. Organize online files/folders to get rid of unwanted duplicates
92. Network with 25 new people each year (0/75)
93. Do a photo session with someone famous
94. Do a photo session with Jason once per year (0/3)
95. Reconnect with Mr. Lunn before he retires (by 6/1/09)
96. Have a consultation at a MAC counter (not the computer) and buy what they suggest.
97. Take a class at the Apple store
98. Make a list of 25 fun things to do with Jason and complete list by end of project.
99. Find a long-term project for Jason and I do together and do it.
100. Take Jason on a cruise.
101. Make another 101 list.

Ready....set.....go!!

101 things in 1001 days

One of my very favorite clients has sparked me to challenge myself to set 101 goals to achieve in 1001 days. At first, I thought, "That's not a lot of time". Then I did the math. That's almost three years! I better aim high. Then I thought "this could be the ultimate way to get completely organized!" I can put stuff that I want to get done in my house, financial goals, business goals, fun goals (got to have some of those!), learning goals, being nice to people in life goals, and the list goes on. Wish me luck! I am going to begin on Nov. 1, 2008.

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.

Some common goal setting tips:
1. Be decisive. Know exactly what you want, why you want it, and how you plan to achieve it.

2. Stay Focussed. Any goal requires sustained focus from beginning to end. Constantly evaluate your progress.

3. Welcome Failure. Frequently, very little is learned from a venture that did not experience failure in some form. Failure presents the opportunity to learn and makes the success more worthy.

4. Write down your goals. It clarifies your thinking and reinforces your commitment.

5. Keep your goals in sight. Review them frequently, and ensure that they are always at the forefront of your thinking.

P.s. If you want to do this too, follow this link and get going!http://www.triplux.com/dayzero/default.asp?view=masterlist