Hello 2017. I'm so excited for this year. Each new year presents a chance for a fresh start, another blank slate, and the opportunity to write another 365 pages in the next chapter of my life. Of course, the start of the new year also means another set of goals!
The past few years, I've started a tradition of publicly posting some of my goals here on my blog. At the end of the year, I write a recap where I see what I accomplished. I've never completed a full list, but it's something to aspire to. I've been making myself goal lists for about 10 years now. It's something that I genuinely look forward to each year. (Here are my past posts: 2014 goals, 2014 recap, 2015 goals, 2015 recap, 2016 goals, 2016 recap.)
This year, I've decided to change it up a bit. I've decided to nix the blog goals as part of my official list. I found that I was too focused on getting the blog goals done. Of course, I still have goals for my blog, but I think those should be separate from my Disney goals. Plus, last year I conquered some of the ones that had been plaguing me. Now, I want to focus on some of the creative goals that I haven't had a chance to accomplish!
I'm really excited about my Disney goals for this year. A few of these have been on my list since I started making these public. This year, I'd really like to dive headfirst into a few of the more creative ones. I'm sure it'll be a challenge, but I'm ready for it! Bring it on 2017!!!
Melissa's Blog and Disney Goals for 2017
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This year, I've decided to change it up a bit. I've decided to nix the blog goals as part of my official list. I found that I was too focused on getting the blog goals done. Of course, I still have goals for my blog, but I think those should be separate from my Disney goals. Plus, last year I conquered some of the ones that had been plaguing me. Now, I want to focus on some of the creative goals that I haven't had a chance to accomplish!
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1.) Go to Walt Disney World- This is always my first goal of every new year. Walt Disney World is my happy place, and it's always a goal to go back!
2.) Go to Disneyland- Walt Disney World might be my home away from home, but in the past few years, Disneyland has stolen my heart. I definitely want to go back this year!
3.) Attend the D23 Expo- This is a new addition to my list! Eliot went to the D23 Expo in 2015 and had a blast. This year, I want to go for my first time!!!
4.) Go to Disney at Christmas Time- We've been at Walt Disney World for many Halloween celebrations. In fact, since 2010, I've been to Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party seven times. I really miss visiting the parks at Christmas time. This year, I want to go to Disney during the Christmas celebrations. Decorations, parades, music, specialty foods- yes!!!
5.) Participate in the Glass Slipper Challenge- It's hard to believe this is only a few weeks away! I'm not as prepared as I'd hoped to be, but I'm optimistic. I'm going to try my hardest!
6.) Participate in the Pixie Dust Challenge- I'm less terrified of this goal. Hopefully, I'll have learned a thing or two at the Princess Half Weekend and I'll feel prepared for this one!
7.) Earn my Pink Coast to Coast Medal- If #5 and #6 go well, I'll have finally earned a Coast to Coast medal, and it'll be the pink one I've always wanted!
8.) Sign up for a 2018 RunDisney Race- Eliot and I are hoping to continue our RunDisney journey in 2018. I haven't decided which one I'm going to do, but he's got a few he plans on participating in. I'll see how Princess and Tink go before making up my mind on which one!
9.) Have Disney Movie Nights- There are certain Disney movies I've seen over and over again. Others, I haven't seen in years. This year, I want to watch as many as I can. Not only do I enjoy them, but they give me inspiration for new product designs!
10.) Have Disney Board Game Nights- Eliot and I have so many board games. I love playing them. This year, I want to unpack them and break a few out to play!
11.) Have a Disney Themed Party- I love throwing parties. This year, I'm hoping that we'll finally get the house ready for our housewarming party!
12.) Read Disney Books- I have so many wonderful books. I'd like to take some time to read through my Imagineering books. I also have art books, leadership books and more.
13.) Disneybound/Themed Outfit Challenge- Last year, I had a goal to wear 25 character or attraction Disneybound or themed outfits, and I'm going to do that again. Last year, I didn't get to Disneybound as much as I wanted to, so I'm going to focus more on that this year!
14.) Make Disney Accessories- I really enjoying creating accessories to wear. This year, I'd like to learn to make infinity scarves. I'd also like to work on some more custom dresses, skirts, jewelry, hair accessories and handbags.
15.) Take Online Storyboard Class and Art Class- This is one of those goals that keeps getting rolled over to the next year. I'd really like to check this one off in 2017!
16.) Design a Miniature Scene- I love things in miniature. I've got a few ideas of scenes to make and I'd really like to make more complex one this year!
17.) Design an Imagineering Project- Eliot and I love brainstorming about new attractions, restaurants, stores, and hotel resorts. This year, I'd like to actually start doing some design work on a fantasy Imagineering project!
18.) Paint Disney Art- I have so many fun ideas! This year, I'd like to make a few pieces, especially since we're trying to get our house organized! I've got plans for artwork in our kitchen/living/dining room, bedrooms, and bathrooms. Hopefully, I'll have plenty of pictures of my artwork to share by the end of 2017!
19.) Make Disney Decor for the Holidays- I love making customized holiday decor! I've got a list that's super long, and I'd like to cross a few more of those off the list! However, I'm not holding myself to a specific number. I'd rather just let my creativity flow!
20.) Decorate House with Disney Touches- Eliot's and my main goal of 2017 is to get settled in our house. Along with the artwork and holiday decor, I'd like to add some little Disney touches throughout our house. We've bought a bunch of items to display, and I've also got a few more handmade designs in mind. Hopefully, we'll be able to get our house painted, everything unpacked and organized so I can work on this!
Just like every other year, I've certainly got my work cut out for me. But, like always, I am really excited about the possibilities! I'm going to make 2017's word of the year DREAM. In the past, I've focused on creating, growth, and blossoming. This year, the sky is the limit and I want to go wherever my dreams take me. I want to focus less on hitting numbers and more on achieving my creative potential, my goals and my dreams.
So let's do this 2017. Let this be the year that more dreams come true. °o°
2.) Go to Disneyland- Walt Disney World might be my home away from home, but in the past few years, Disneyland has stolen my heart. I definitely want to go back this year!
3.) Attend the D23 Expo- This is a new addition to my list! Eliot went to the D23 Expo in 2015 and had a blast. This year, I want to go for my first time!!!
4.) Go to Disney at Christmas Time- We've been at Walt Disney World for many Halloween celebrations. In fact, since 2010, I've been to Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party seven times. I really miss visiting the parks at Christmas time. This year, I want to go to Disney during the Christmas celebrations. Decorations, parades, music, specialty foods- yes!!!
5.) Participate in the Glass Slipper Challenge- It's hard to believe this is only a few weeks away! I'm not as prepared as I'd hoped to be, but I'm optimistic. I'm going to try my hardest!
6.) Participate in the Pixie Dust Challenge- I'm less terrified of this goal. Hopefully, I'll have learned a thing or two at the Princess Half Weekend and I'll feel prepared for this one!
7.) Earn my Pink Coast to Coast Medal- If #5 and #6 go well, I'll have finally earned a Coast to Coast medal, and it'll be the pink one I've always wanted!
8.) Sign up for a 2018 RunDisney Race- Eliot and I are hoping to continue our RunDisney journey in 2018. I haven't decided which one I'm going to do, but he's got a few he plans on participating in. I'll see how Princess and Tink go before making up my mind on which one!
9.) Have Disney Movie Nights- There are certain Disney movies I've seen over and over again. Others, I haven't seen in years. This year, I want to watch as many as I can. Not only do I enjoy them, but they give me inspiration for new product designs!
10.) Have Disney Board Game Nights- Eliot and I have so many board games. I love playing them. This year, I want to unpack them and break a few out to play!
11.) Have a Disney Themed Party- I love throwing parties. This year, I'm hoping that we'll finally get the house ready for our housewarming party!
12.) Read Disney Books- I have so many wonderful books. I'd like to take some time to read through my Imagineering books. I also have art books, leadership books and more.
13.) Disneybound/Themed Outfit Challenge- Last year, I had a goal to wear 25 character or attraction Disneybound or themed outfits, and I'm going to do that again. Last year, I didn't get to Disneybound as much as I wanted to, so I'm going to focus more on that this year!
14.) Make Disney Accessories- I really enjoying creating accessories to wear. This year, I'd like to learn to make infinity scarves. I'd also like to work on some more custom dresses, skirts, jewelry, hair accessories and handbags.
15.) Take Online Storyboard Class and Art Class- This is one of those goals that keeps getting rolled over to the next year. I'd really like to check this one off in 2017!
16.) Design a Miniature Scene- I love things in miniature. I've got a few ideas of scenes to make and I'd really like to make more complex one this year!
17.) Design an Imagineering Project- Eliot and I love brainstorming about new attractions, restaurants, stores, and hotel resorts. This year, I'd like to actually start doing some design work on a fantasy Imagineering project!
18.) Paint Disney Art- I have so many fun ideas! This year, I'd like to make a few pieces, especially since we're trying to get our house organized! I've got plans for artwork in our kitchen/living/dining room, bedrooms, and bathrooms. Hopefully, I'll have plenty of pictures of my artwork to share by the end of 2017!
19.) Make Disney Decor for the Holidays- I love making customized holiday decor! I've got a list that's super long, and I'd like to cross a few more of those off the list! However, I'm not holding myself to a specific number. I'd rather just let my creativity flow!
20.) Decorate House with Disney Touches- Eliot's and my main goal of 2017 is to get settled in our house. Along with the artwork and holiday decor, I'd like to add some little Disney touches throughout our house. We've bought a bunch of items to display, and I've also got a few more handmade designs in mind. Hopefully, we'll be able to get our house painted, everything unpacked and organized so I can work on this!
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So let's do this 2017. Let this be the year that more dreams come true. °o°
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