Automating my Schedule with Google Calendar

Each year I make goals for myself and my family. Goals help me stay focused, grow and improve, and live the kind of life I want to live. For a long time, I’ve used the SMART model of goal development – specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, time-bound. Using this model helps me develop goals that might…CurrentlyContinue reading “Automating my Schedule with Google Calendar”

Staying Organized with Theme Days

“I don’t know how you do it all.” I hear that phrase a lot. There are various answers I give.  “I don’t either.”  “I choose to let many things go.”  “God just wired me that way.” All those answers are true. Some days I DON’T know how I manage a busy family and career. IContinue reading “Staying Organized with Theme Days”

What Happened to Summer?

I’m sitting here, listening to the sound of the shower as kids prepare for school tomorrow.  The little ones are in bed.  Racer is around somewhere.  And our family has spent zero time together today.  Where did summer go? Now that school has started, our “schedules” are getting into full swing.  Mornings are hectic gettingContinue reading “What Happened to Summer?”

A Day in the Life

My days right now, look nothing like I thought they might when I was growing up.  My days are full, yet I often feel like I don’t get much accomplished.  Raising 4 kids while pregnant is hard.  Don’t get me wrong, I love my kids to pieces, but it’s hard work.  So, in an effortContinue reading “A Day in the Life”