announcements
ahh, think back to high school. remember those all-important ‘announcements’ broadcasted in crackly lo-fi over the PA system each morning? things like, “tryouts for the production of guys and dolls will be held in the auditorium at 3:30 today!” or “the french club will be hosting their annual macaron-only bake sale today” (okay, not really).
hmm, it seems so archaic. maybe this practice has been replaced by an email or tweet! i’ll have to ask one of my patients.
oh my GOD i am old.
anyway. so onto the announcements! i’ll save the best for last. (don’t get TOO excited. this is not like jessica‘s recent announcement).
#1: introducing the breakfast challenge
i wrote about being in a food rut a few weeks ago. thumbing through my new cookbook, i was impressed with a number of interesting breakfast ideas. and yet,
day in . . .
and day out,
i pretty much eat the same variations on a theme. a tasty, but very repetitive theme. i would like to change this! as much as i enjoy this breakfast, i think i would appreciate some variety if i could just bring myself to make something else in the wee hours (i eat breakfast ridiculously early).
so next week i am going to explore the world of more exciting morning meals with a breakfast challenge! there are only two rules in this game.
a) i have to eat something different for breakfast each day
b) only one day out of the seven may be a variation on my standard theme
i am excited! of course, i have many of my favorite food blogs to turn to for inspiration in addition to my cookbooks. i think this will be fun and i will be sure to share the hits & misses of the week.
announcement #2: home is where the heart is
i am going to take part in the apartment therapy 20/20 home cure! unofficially, though, because signup is closed. basically, this is a 20-day program promising apartment bliss (and maybe inner peace?) at the low, low price of just 20 minutes a day.
i think this will be fun!
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For me, breakfast routine is a plus. I'd be lost without my daily "bolaCheerios"!
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In 2011, I plan to get married!!! (oh, and graduate with my masters….and move to a new state….you know, just a few minor plans)
I am planning a wedding!!!!! :)…to a man named Josh and well…clearly you know how wonderful that is!
I'm planning on finishing my masters in May 2011 — working full time and getting my masters degree has completely zapped my free time and I'm ready to get it back!
in 2011 I would like to run another half and full marathon and PR both of them. I would also like to improve my yoga practice.
I'm actually reading your blog while my high school students (I'm a Biology teacher) are listening to the morning announcements! They have definitely improved in quality. The TV production class puts on an impressive newscast, and the students then watch a national news program for high school students.
Oh! And in 2011 I plan to start (seriously) saving for a home (so sick of renting!)
I'm planning to graduate college with a Fire Science degree!!
i am totally going to try and do the 20/20 home cure!
in 2011, i am going to actually use a planner!
p.s. green is the best colour ever.
We are planning on putting a 3 story addition off our (very small!) house! With 3 boys under the age of 6, I am hoping staying organized will keep me sane!!!! Thanks Sarah! 🙂
In 2011, I'm planning on joining the US Navy to become a medical officer (I'm in my first year of medical school now)!
oooh! so exciting! in 2011 i am planning on graduating from school (B.S.), moving to Pennsylvania… and my boyfriend and I have even talked about getting engaged. 🙂 I can't really plan, per say, the last one, but we'll see.
Hi Sarah! New reader here – great blog! In 2011, I plan to start a masters program.
In 2011, I already have a long list (that I'm secretly already starting on…shhh don't tell) but the most exciting thing would be that I'll be graduating (finally) in May with a dual major in engineering (mechanical and electrical) Woop Woop!! Another just as exciting thing I'm planning is to start my own blog. I already have a ton of ideas for it that I've been scribbling on blank printer paper, so an organizer like this would be soooo helpful! 🙂
I am planning on having a baby (we're still trying to get pregnant, but i can still get my hopes up)!
Planning on selling our little Houston home and move my husband, three kids, two dogs, and one fish to Charlotte. Wish me luck!
In 2011 I am planning to mentor a running group for cancer survivors with the Komen 5k in Raleigh being the goal race.
I am planning on starting my predoctoral internship in psychology in 2011. Thanks for the giveaway Sarah!
2011 is going to be a big year for me! my fiance graduates from chiropractic school, we move in together, and then get married! (yes, in that order). i can't wait! 🙂
I plan to graduate from my MA program and I hope to find a job. 🙂
I am planning on FINALLY reaching my goal weight in 2011, it's been almost 2 years of long and hard [TWSS] work!! We have a wedding in August that our whole family has been looking forward to for the last year, and I am determined to rock a new Little Black Dress!!
I am planning on running my second marathon!
In 2011, I am planning to run my first marathon! I haven't nailed down exactly which one yet, but I've already started a rough draft of a training plan and I WILL cross that race distance off my to-do list 🙂
In February 2011 my daughter and I will be running the Surf City Half Marathon together! We are training together long distance–she is currently a student at UCLA and I live in Tennessee. This will be her first half marathon and I am so excited that she wants to run it with me!
I'm planning to move in with my boyfriend in 2011. We'll have been together for over 2 years! Also planning to run Atlanta's Peachtree Road Race on July 4th and train for a half marathon. Big year ahead of me. 🙂
Another "planning to start a family" here. And also give a talk at a professional conference (provided they want me, I suppose).
Posted a link on my blog!
http://mealsmoneymiles.tumblr.com/post/1534105324/get-organized
OBVIOUSLY I would be interested in a fine iguana coloured planner such as the one you are offering 🙂
I have a super secret thing that I'm planning for in 2011 – can't announce it publicly yet, will message you 😉
I plan (and hope!) to be ABD in my PhD program and run another half marathon or two (the full is going to have to wait until school is done).
My friend and I are addicted to planners like you. Thanks for posting all you do about your planners cause I'm definitly going to order one for next year (if I dont win it first). For 2011, I plan on moving to Seattle from Ohio after I get my daughter settled into college.
I love different planners and have a hard time finding the perfect one…this one looks very good but won't know unless I win this contest 😉
A few things that I have planned for this year is to run a 30K race (Around the Bay) and to go on a week long trip with my wonderful husband (may be a cruise or an all inclusive).
I'm planning a wedding and hoping to start a part-time masters program. I can't wait for 2011!
I left a link to this contest in my blog 🙂
I'm hoping to successfully defend my dissertation, earn my PhD, and return to medical school.
POST LOVE. LOVE the breakfast challenge (it's my favorite meal of the day but I always eat the same thing) and the 20/20 challenge (my house SERIOUSLY needs it).
My biggest plan for 2011 is a secret 🙂 But I can definitely tell you that next year will include more races. I think you talked me into running the full 26.2 of the Cleveland Marathon!
I can't help you with breakfast – I eat the same thing every morning & love it 😉
2011 plan – Plan less! I am such a planner that sometimes I need to sit back, relax, and await to see what will happen!
I'm planning my second marathon this spring! Trying to fit training, grad school apps, a full time job and volunteer work all into my schedule definitely means I need a great planner!
I am the same way with breakfast. Always some variation of oatmeal pancakes I have to buy a waffle iron, change it up a little bit.
In 2011 I hope to save up enough money to go to Europe for a month to visit Germany, Amsterdam, and maybe Ireland.
In 2011 I'm planning on planning – instead of just blowing where the wind takes me. Attempt to impose some control on my life.
In 2011, I plan to leave my job as an accountant and completely switch it up by taking the necessary pre-req classes and applying to a Psychology doctoral program. Also, I'll be moving from Texas to Pennsylvania, continuing the (slow) journey of losing weight and training for my first 5k! Whew!
I've planned a vacation for 2011 already. First vacation in years, actually. Very excited.
ps – hope I win because I have this planner on my birthday/Christmas list!! 🙂
i'm planning a BIG move out of new england. just gotta put the pieces together.
anddd i totally remember the good old pa system. don't miss it too much though hahah
I am planning to submit an NRSA grant (and I think you are too!). 🙂
I would lloooooveee to win! I have to admit, I didn't start really looking to investing in planners til I saw how much you use yours and how cute it is.
2011= hopefully get into the school I want and travel outside the country.
Who wouldn't want an iguana colored planner??
I'm planningon finishing my hours towards licensing as a Marriage/Family Therapist and taking the first test!!
I am planning to run the Austin Marathon. Sadly that is my only plan for next year, haha.
I refuse to change my breakfast. I'm even buying out of season fruit for my cereal bowl.
In 2011 I plan on completing a 10 k and my second half marathon!!! Thank you for turning me on the the runnersworld smartcoach…I am really enjoying the training plan 🙂
in 2011, I am planning to have a baby:) only 6 more months to go. I hope to find some patience along the way too.
I will definitely join you in the cleaning the house challenge. Clean house, clean mind.
I'm planning on visiting you!!! Maybe…well sure, why not! I may not survive if I don't see you at all in 2011 so make that a definite yes.
Thanks for the bfast inspiration shout out! While Ezekiels will always have my heart, there are so many other breakfast options. Kefir and Greek yogurt bowls? Oatmeal pancakes? Pumpkin pie smoothie?
I love this challenge already!
I'm planning on FINALLY living in the same country as my new husband, Martin, after being apart for over 6 years!!! Country of residence…still to be determined.
IN 2011 I will: finally start my DBP/BEHAVIORAL fellowship, give my peds boards (I will be bi certified 😉 Arg/USA!!!LOL)and if i am lucky enough have a baby :)…that is a lot for just one year…but they say…shoot for the stars…who knows…funny how MEDICINE always comes in first place…hmmmmm.
Vicky.
In 2011 I am planning to get my first apartment and run my 4th half-marathon!
in 2011, i plan on graduating and finding a job within my career goals. And to be happy and eat healthy.
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I'm planning on going to Honduras with Operation Smile!
i just BOUGHT one. 🙁 i plan on fixing up my house!
Ooh! So psyched for the breakfast challenge! Can't wait to see what you make.
As for 2011, I plan on running more races and finding time to volunteer with Meals on Wheels!
In 2011 I take USMLE Step 1. (And start 3rd year if I pass) If ever a girl needed a planner…
In 2011, I'm hoping to find a way to improve my medical spanish skillz – I'm hoping for an immersion program in Mexico or Guatemala.
In 2011, I plan on getting the internship I've been working so hard to get. I plan on expanding my horizons beyond the state I live in, be an independent woman!
well i'm planning on finshing my architecture licensing exams in 2011 – taking my first one next monday, and hopefully one more before the end of the year, which will leave me 5 to take next year. and hopefully i can finish them before i start training for the nyc marathon.
so suffice to say, i need to be well-organized.
2011 Plans: Run a 1/2 Marathon, See my oldest child get his driver's license! Get a new car for me;)
I am planning on running my first marathon!
My plan for 2011 is to buy a bike and start incorporating biking into my exercise routine…so one day I can maybe complete a triathlon!
Planning a wedding, looking for a new job (halfway across the country), and trying to buy a house. Definitely need the organization.
I'm planning on getting an awesome internship and running my first marathon (Spring 2011)!
I'm planning my wedding! And I need to start a training schedule for running…
I love this giveaway. For 2011 I'm definitely planning on getting an apartment that summer. Which is extremely exciting to have a place of your own. What's more exciting is decorating it! I'm so excited I cannot wait! 😀
I'm planning to get married (I'm just hoping the boyfriend is planning the same)…and even if that doesn't work out (as I've planned), I'm planning to run my first marathon.
graduate from business school and a road race every month!
Hi Sarah, new reader here! Love your blog as I can relate tremendously 🙂 In 2011 I will be graduating from my pediatrics residency, starting a new job, studying for boards, training for my first half marathon, and planning on starting a family 🙂
Maybe 2011 will bring baby for me? Or maybe my first book will get published? We'll see!
De-lurking to state that I am running the NY Marathon in 2011. Wheeee!
Wow Sarah, fun giveaway!! I must be your oldest blog reader, based on most comments! For 2011 I am planning on finding a full-time job that I love as much as the one I did for the last 18 years… freelancing is crazy stressful for me!
And to spend more time with my two young sons before they get any older. The trick will be making those two things happen at the same time… I need that planner!
I am planning to run further than 3.1 miles in 2011. More specifically a 10k. Hopefully a half marathon later in the year!
This year I am buying a house so I could definitely use a planner!
I'm planning to train for a race and have an actual running routine! 🙂
I plan on working yoga in more regularly…I love it and want it to be a main focus of my exercise plan…
I plan to keep running regularly. It was a struggle to get back into the habit, but now that I have I love it. I plan my day around it.
First let me just say that I perused your blog and gathered all the great tips I could. I liked your planner book layout so much, I tried to emulate the layout on a simple notebook. It may not be the fanciest but it works. And later I came across this giveaway, I really hope I can win one.
I am planning to finish my Masters by the end of 2011 or early 2012, this planner will help me get a hold of my life and keep everything in order.
My ultimate goal in 2011 is to run a half marathon!! =)
I am planning a half-marathon PR. And…failing that, I'm hoping to get some writing stuff published. I'll take one or the other!
My plans for 2011 just changed! I hope to open up a scone business, finally start nursing school, and be a bridesmaid in my best friend's wedding! 🙂 – Alexis