hopes & plans :: vol 3

So it's been a few weeks since I joined Amanda for hopes & plans, so it's time to catch up on my list from two weeks ago and get back into the swing of things...

Two weeks ago...

:: one :: get all the baby stuff to my sister's - since I don't work this weekend and have no real plans for other activities, this really needs to happen.  While the bins are still sitting at our home because of conflicting schedules, everything is organized and ready to go so I count that as a win.

:: two :: go on a walk every day - this is part of myself care plan...to take some time to get out in nature and just soak it in.  As well as to help get me back into the swing of things for working out and losing weight.  I did walk everyday the first week, last week I didn't do so well, but I set a monthly goal for August to walk 100 miles, so for the past few days, I've been doing well.  But I do need to find another route since the one I currently walk is only 2 miles and I need to walk a little over 3 to reach my goal.

:: three :: deep clean the master bedroom - this is my 'big' project for Friday night while Mike is working late and the boys are sleeping.  Still need to deep clean the closet, but otherwise done!

:: four ::  getting Mike's medications in order - until about a week ago Mike's medications were working, but this past weekend they have suddenly stopped for whatever reason.  This could mean a few things, but it means checking in with his primary for new medications and seeking out another psychiatrist to make sure the medications will actually work for him.  After an emergency room visit for rescue medication and a big adjustment to his medications, Mike is doing okay.  He's having a few side effects from his new medication, but they are manageable.

This week...

:: one :: Walk/Jog 24.5 miles :: since making the goal of 100 miles in the month of August, I need to complete 24.5 miles to stay on track for my goal.  

:: two ::  Write my de-junking list :: In two weeks I'm taking a week off from work since Alex has a day of urology appointments and it's just easier to take the week off.  While one day I'll do 'nothing', I plan on spending a great deal of time de-junking our small apartment before really making this place feel like home.

:: three :: Budget, Budget, Budget ::  Since Mike is feeling better, we are going to sit down tonight or Wednesday and really look at our finances and budget so we can have a healthy savings account, get out of debt, and work on buying a home in 5 years or less.

:: four ::  Finish blog design  ::  I spent the weekend working on my blog's design and while I'm mostly happy with it, there are still somethings I want to add and change around.  Like flushing out my pages and adding Disqus...if you have any tips or suggestions, I would love them!

:: five ::  Bring my Nikon everywhere (but work) ::  I really want to learn to use my big camera off of auto and while I plan on taking a class at some point, I figure until then the best way to really learn how to use it is just to play with it.  And the easiest way is to just have it with me at all times.

So what are your plans for the week?  And seriously any tips with blog design I would love them!