Summer is Ending...

I am beginning to face the reality that the summer is ending. I have one week left of absolute freedom and then I will be surrounded by teenagers day in and day out for what seems like eternity. But, I do like my job, overall. I am currently going through a positive moment in regards to thinking about work so now is a good time to blog. I posted a list of my summer goals at the beginning of the summer so I am going to comment on those goals now.

1. Visit Germany (since we already bought plane tickets and have a place to stay I'm pretty sure this one will happen)
We had and amazing vacation to Germany. I feel so blessed to have been able to take that trip.

2. Read 10 books
I lost track of the number of books I read this summer. I was up to 10 by the middle of the summer so I'm hoping I read almost 20. Although, I really need to read some more substantial stuff. I think I was at about 75% chick lit this summer.

3. Sleep until at least 8 everyday
I will only say that I was a huge over achiever on this goal. I would probably struggle if I had to get up at 8 for school. Unfortunately and even worse, I will be getting up at 6:30.

4. Go for a walk almost everyday (if it's nice out)
I did well on this until after Germany. I think because we walked like it was our job in Europe I decided to take some time off of walking and I'm still taking that time off. I did attend a strength training class at the gym twice a week this summer though and it was really challenging. I think I am a little more toned because of it.

5. Bust out the sewing maching I got for Christmas and re-teach myself how to sew. I want to make blankets and clothes.
I think I did well with this goal. I am working on one more project before the summer ends.

6. Go to the Farmer's Market on a regular basis
I only went to the Market once. Saturdays were just too busy. O well.

7. Try at least one new recipe every week
I don't know about the every week thing but I tried a few new recipes this summer. My biggest achievement was learning how to cook in a wok. I had to flavor it and everything. My sister-in-law Yvonne has also been able to offer me some expert advice and recipes on wok cooking.

8. Become friends with someone who has a pool, the summer off, and lives near me
This one was a tall order so not so much.

9. Take a lot of naps
You don't really need too many naps when you sleep 10+ hours at night.

10. Go to lunch with Matt several times
We did this a few times. The class I took at the gym was over the lunch hour though so that took away 2 possible days.