tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-863557816383416771.post55004629132730258..comments2024-03-20T02:17:35.429-05:00Comments on Giftie Etcetera: 3 Common Reasons for Planner Fail (and How to Overcome Them)Giftie Etceterahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11353862141419399333noreply@blogger.comBlogger13125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-863557816383416771.post-15406493336401974482015-11-10T10:10:26.582-06:002015-11-10T10:10:26.582-06:00Even though I've been a long time planner user...Even though I've been a long time planner user, I always go through these cycles of planner fail and getting back on track. Thanks for these posts, it helps me focus on what is important from time to time. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-863557816383416771.post-33699148622047120732015-11-07T16:46:55.409-06:002015-11-07T16:46:55.409-06:00I so appreciate you sharing your post at the #Anyt...I so appreciate you sharing your post at the #AnythingGoes Link Party. I'm looking forward to what you'll share with us next week.Sandy Sandmeyerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12255326791620423141noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-863557816383416771.post-62014796668165194282015-11-06T19:14:49.179-06:002015-11-06T19:14:49.179-06:00Don't laugh...but it has just dawned on this 3...Don't laugh...but it has just dawned on this 36 year old, married for 18 years, homeschooling mother of 9 that if I would get a planner and write down my stuff for the day that maybe I'd actually get a lot more done and not feel so overwhelmed. You'd think I'd have figured this out awhile ago...Sarah Collerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06207022145433487536noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-863557816383416771.post-17459787337817829932015-11-06T04:22:58.835-06:002015-11-06T04:22:58.835-06:00It took me awhile to really find something that wo...It took me awhile to really find something that works for me. Jaime Barfieldhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00972868515863957645noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-863557816383416771.post-67581632438299063132015-11-05T07:05:03.634-06:002015-11-05T07:05:03.634-06:00Don't you love a good planner! I have one that...Don't you love a good planner! I have one that my daughter gave me from Lilly Pulitzer. It's cute, colorful, and much fun to use!<br /><br />I was "parked" by you today on #100 days.<br /><br />Blessings,<br />MelanieMelanie Reddhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09604321793219364497noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-863557816383416771.post-91852539135812043612015-11-03T15:57:18.512-06:002015-11-03T15:57:18.512-06:00Thanks for sharing this at the Not Just Homemaking...Thanks for sharing this at the Not Just Homemaking Monday party! I used to be a paper planner, but this past year moved into digital/phone.<br />I may be re-thinking this next year, tho... ;-)Pat Fennerhttp://patandcandy.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-863557816383416771.post-53032613541609544892015-11-03T12:52:35.341-06:002015-11-03T12:52:35.341-06:00Great post and great tips! Thanks so much for shar...Great post and great tips! Thanks so much for sharing! GOD bless you! :-)Tai Easthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10819985736844891032noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-863557816383416771.post-86406037765335693682015-11-03T08:07:34.403-06:002015-11-03T08:07:34.403-06:00I love what you wrote and have found myself wander...I love what you wrote and have found myself wandering at times. I have no problem with lists! They're my addiction. It's the planning part I need to work on. Planning farther ahead than a week or two. I'm getting there.The Stonybrook Househttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09315674290038463453noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-863557816383416771.post-85498998155518169402015-11-02T20:04:49.019-06:002015-11-02T20:04:49.019-06:00Changing planners can be an addiction. I've s...Changing planners can be an addiction. I've started keeping my planner the size I know works for me- ring bound 8.5x5.5- and changing some of the pages and dividers when I start to want a change. So far that's working. :)Annahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12192064538924964308noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-863557816383416771.post-34104027791778756902015-11-02T16:33:44.196-06:002015-11-02T16:33:44.196-06:00I'm guilty of all three of those planner fails...I'm guilty of all three of those planner fails and then some. I experience planner fail on a regular basis! Lately it's been occurring because I can't decide exactly what I need to carry with me at all times and what needs to stay at home.<br /><br />My life in a nutshell: When I'm not running errands, I'm usually at home, work, or my best friend/co-author's house. I'm fortunate to have a job that allows me to write, check email, and do other online tasks when I'm not busy. I try to take advantage of as much distraction-free time as I possibly can, because when I get home, distractions abound. I'm working on doing a little bit of housework each day and devoting some time to writing, but it's been a struggle for me.<br /><br />That's another reason for my planner fails--I let myself get distracted, interrupted, and otherwise pulled away from my plans, often before my plans are even fully formed.<br /><br />At least I can say I have fun with making my planner more enjoyable to use--I love making my own custom pages! :) I love collecting free printables as well. They're an addiction! lolMary Wimbleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18417519392239318601noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-863557816383416771.post-21318208889769240682015-11-02T13:50:07.406-06:002015-11-02T13:50:07.406-06:00I found your page via the link-up and connected wi...I found your page via the link-up and connected with the title of your post because I, too, have had planner fail. Yes. ME! :-)<br />It doesn't matter how pretty or how organized the planner SEEMS, it's only a planner if it helps you plan and execute your goals. <br />Recently, I gave up on the fancy stuff and started using a plain journal with a pretty cover, writing my goals and tracking them and checking them off as the day goes by. Granted, I've also implemented some other plans to keep myself focused on my goals but altogether, I am better with my lists.<br />Whatever works, I say.<br />http://runwright.net/2015/11/02/big-weekend-bigger-week/runwrighthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00670889747681239410noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-863557816383416771.post-30924611554638081682015-11-02T09:59:34.864-06:002015-11-02T09:59:34.864-06:00I find that size is the conundrum that will not go...I find that size is the conundrum that will not go away. Compact or personal size is portable and can be carried, classic or A5 is absolute best for writing and planning but is very heavy to carry. In fact even the compact can be too heavy to carry. Perhaps I should just go with my larger size and start weight lifting. Really! The problem could be me.Christine Cortesehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16313316307757263323noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-863557816383416771.post-91256421895375183662015-11-02T09:45:29.775-06:002015-11-02T09:45:29.775-06:00I have a portable size malibu, and that size works...I have a portable size malibu, and that size works for me, EXCEPT for the monthly calendar part. I have a separate monthly calendar that hangs on the wall. I need the space. <br /><br />Yes, I have weeklies to plan with, but my planner is more of a "keep track of" binder. Cori Largehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09220581092577788629noreply@blogger.com