August 2016 Goals

01 August 2016

Okay so I'm pretty sure that August is going to be the craziest month out of this whole year.  (I actually have no idea since we still have four months left of the year but with my small, very limited vision I'm saying that so I really do not know.) But a lot of things might be happening in August (such as moving.  that's definitely not a big deal.) and so I wanted to make a list of goals.  

I know I have a summer bucket list that I'm working on (I actually completely forgot about it and I haven't looked at it since I posted it.  #fail), but I decided to make a smaller list of goals for one month and either a) combine all my results for both lists in one post or b) do both separate or c) classically not do either of them because you know...school.  Or some other excuse like that I'll have to figure it out later.  But I wanted to have a list for this month and just to see at the end of it what all I did and where God brought me to from the beginning of the month.  SO. This should be fun.
also could y'all give me your input? is this picture ^^ too big for your screen or is it about right? THANK YOU GUYS 


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So this was on my official summer bucket list, but I'm really hoping it becomes a reality this month.  Ha, if it doesn't my friend is going to be so freaking mad so I'm guessing it will.  ^_^ (SHE'S LIKE ONE OF THOSE HUMANS WHO LIKES TO GET IT DONE.)

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Same as the first, this one was also on my official list but I wasn't quite sure how it was going to happen, since my local Trader Joe's is like an hour away.  BUT on Instagram someone mentioned to me that McDonald's carries macarons?? SO I want to check that out for sure!

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SO GUYS.  Let's sit down and chat.  August is a great month, full of exciting opportunities and moments.  The weather's warm, the sun's out, you get to eat ice cream!! Spending time with friends and family, enjoying summer to the fullest -- that's August.  Now, there comes another part to this wonderful month of August.  You may or may not have heard me rant about it before, and it's this ever-lovely thing called school.  Yeah, it's fantastic.
*screeches to a halt* 
GUYS SCHOOL STARTS THIS MONTH FOR ME.  OKAY.  THAT IS NOT COOL.  BUT. I WILL SURVIVE.  AND WITH GOD'S HELP I'M PRAYING TO THRIVE.  IT'S NERVE-WRACKING, BUT IT'S COMFORTING THAT MY ALL-POWERFUL FATHER IS WITH ME, KK?  
SEND HELP PLZ.

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Haha, okay so this one sounds really cliche (generally speaking) but I really want to try to live it out this month.  I have no idea what God is going to do and I'm really excited to see what He's going to do this month.  We're planning on moving (!!) and I'm praying that some other stuff falls into place.  I want to trust God more and learn to live a life that's full of purpose and meaning for Him.  And whatever happens this month, I want to be able to say at the end that God is still good and being in the center of His will is truly what makes life worth the living. ♥

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Alright y'all so that's it! Those are my goals for this month, and I know there's not a lot but considering how good I do with goals/lists um right.  Let's hope for the best.

I believe that August is going to be a really good month, and not just if things go my way.  God is on the throne, school is just me + lots of little (not little) homo sapiens who really don't care and basically I'm going there to get an education so end of story.  (Quote: The giant in front of you is never as big as the God in you.) Besides that, I really want to finish the summer strong and take every moment as it comes.

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Oooh and guys, I'm going to be a part of an up-and-coming blogger online magazine called Paper Comets, which is part of a bigger community called Freckled Minds.  SUPER EXCITING STUFF, MAN!!! If you want to learn more about all of that good stuff, click HERE.  

SO LET'S TALK!! What are your goals for this month? What are your thoughts as we're heading into August? CAN YOU BELIEVE THAT 2k16 is 3/4 OVER?????? Just let that sink it. Whaat?? I just can't.  Also, yay or nay for school? (IF YOU SAY YAY I'LL BE HAPPY but I'm saying nay so I get that too.) 

Also, get ready for a ton of fun posts this month! I have a few planned out that I'm super excited about.  Wooooot. ^_^

So I hope you guys all have a wonderful day and stay positive because life is precious and the most incredible gift♥
- autumn

41 comments:

  1. Anonymous8/01/2016

    Man, I feel your pain about school! I'm starting history, english, writing and science today actually..... I'll be starting math on the 25th:( I passionately detest....or just flat out HATE math. I'm so bad at it, and I never remember what I learned after the weekend:p BUT, we can do this girl! Conquer that school!

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    1. THANK YOU FOR UNDERSTANDING. EEEEK!! That's crazy. Well, I know you'll ace school so that's good at least :) HAHA SAME. WE WILL BE CONQUERORS. *war cry*

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  2. AUTUMN I HADNT PUT TWO AND TWO TOGETHER THAT WE ONLY HAVE 4 MONTHS LEFT

    brb crying

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    1. dude wait that's not supposed to be a pun, right? ^_^

      i know right it's so sad :-(

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  3. The image is a perfect size on my screen!

    AHHH good luck on your goals! I'm dreading going back to school so much dear lord. HOW ARE THERE ONLY FOUR MONTHS LEFT?! Well counting August it's five. So I'm saying five.

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    1. Yay!! THANK YOU GRACE <3

      I KNOW RIGHT CAN SOMEONE JUST PLEASE EXPLAIN WHERE THE TIME WENT IT'S LIKE A MYSTERY THAT NEEDS TO BE SOLVED. Ooooh, good idea! FIVE MONTHS LEFT. That sounds more hopeful.

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  4. I'll be starting my freshman year of college on the 25th! (but im moving in to my dorm on the 19th) I'm so nervous!!

    When I was in France, I tried macarons and I thought I would love them but i didn't ): hopefully you'll like them though! You've found yourself a follower! Feel free to follow me back (making friends is what i live for) <3

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    1. EEEEK THAT'S EXCITING! I'm sure you're nervous (dude I'm nervous for this even), but I know you'll do just fine. I HAVE FAITH IN YOU.

      Awww seriously? All I've ever heard was rave reviews about them but hey I guess they're not for everybody. THANK YOU SO MUCH YOU LOVELY PERSON <3 you're so nice.

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  5. I wish you the best in school this year. Hopefully you find some yummy macaroons. Wishing you lots of happiness too!!

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    1. Hey thank you so much, Vanessa! Hahah, I'm hoping too :) RIGHT BACK AT YA.

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  6. I am SO not ready for the new school year. I've gotten used to volunteering at my library and it takes mental capacity to not pass out, completely sluggish from finals FROM LAST MAY. Urgh. Plus, MY AP CLASSES START THEN AND CAN I JUST SAY THAT ALL OF THE AP TEACHERS I'VE HAD IN THE PAST SO THEY EXPECT GOOD THINGS FROM ME AND I JUST CANNOT FUNCTION FOR THE FIRST MONTH OF SCHOOL SO PLEASE LEAVE A MESSAGE AFTER THE BEEP.

    *ahem* Sorry for my rant there. XD Hopefully you have fun doing the photoshoot! I've actually helped set up and monitor a photoshoot, and they're super super fun.

    xoxo Morning

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    1. Same. I'm not ready either. AT ALL. Ugh, girl I feel you. This summer zipped by and I'm just like standing here with my mouth open. DUDE AP CLASSES YEAH I GET YOU. AHAHA AND RIGH THE FIRST MONTH OF SCHOOL IS LIKE SO SLOW BUT YOU HAVE TO PERFORM WELL AND UGH UGH.

      hey, rants are what we do here :) EEEPP that's exciting! I'm really stoked for this one too.

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  7. WHAAAAAAAT EVEN HOW IS THE YEAR 3/4 OVER?? THAT DOESN'T MAKE SENSE. OMG. And gah dude another wut even: I don't think I've read/commented on your blog since you've redone the design?? ACK I'VE BEEN GONE FOR 82 YEARS I THINK. WOW. YOUR BLOG IS STUNNING AND GORGEOUS AND BEAUTIFUL OK I LOVE IT CAN I CAMP OUT HERE???

    Sending you all the prayers and supportive waffles for school, dude!! <3 I can't imagine the stress and pressure you're facing right now, but you're so right on: God is inside of you, and more powerful than any challenge. Also the move!!! That must be just buckets of excitement and stress and agh *more waffles* *maple syrup rain*

    LOVE U DUDE KEEP ON KILLIN IT
    >><<
    abbiee

    p.s. the image looks alright to me! I mean, I can't see the whole thing without scrolling down, but it looks nice within your post dimensions :) SO AESTHETIC, GIRL <3

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    1. ABBIEEEEEEE YOU'RE BACK I'VE MISSED YOU. Right?? Like seriously this has to stop I don't understand. Ahahaha, seriously? I didn't even think of that. OK OK OK OK DUDE ARE YOU GOING TO MAKE A CAREER OUT OF MAKING PEOPLE FEEL GOOD 'CUZ YOU'D EXCEL AT THAT JUST SAYIN.

      THANK YOU FOR THE WAFFLES I'LL NEED THEM. ^_^ You are so nice, Abbie, like really. THANK YOU for all the encouragement too gahh <3 God is so so good and it's His strength that keeps us going. MAPLE SYRUP RAIN!!! I cannot express how incredible that is. (WITH MOAR WAFFLES EEEK THIS IS THE BEST.)

      YOU TOO DUDE.

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  8. love it!

    I hope that August is all you hope it will be. I hope you do all the things on this list :)

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    1. Thanks, Faith!!

      Aw, I hope so too. Thanks for commenting =)

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  9. That sounds great Autumn! I love that graphic! I've never eaten a macaron before, but they sound pretty good. I am looking forward to more posts like these! :)

    How was the move?

    Allie D.
    www.alliesblogdesigns.blogspot.com
    www.friendlovesatalltimes.blogspot.com
    www.sevenbloggersandtheirdolls.blogspot.com
    www.sincerelyallied.blogspot.com
    www.spreadingmyjoy.blogspot.com

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    1. Thank you, Allie <3 I KNOW RIGHT? I want to eat one just to see what all the hype is about. It's so crazy. Aw, thanks! It's so great having blogger friends like you.
      Haha, actually, it didn't happen by the end of July...so we're going to have to see if it happens this month. PRAYING THAT IT DOES THOUGH!!

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  10. LOVE the format of your posts! And your bucket list sounds awesome!

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    1. THANK YOU RACHEL YOU TOO NICE TO ME.

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  11. That picture is the perfect size! And it's also beautifully designed, wow. *heart eyes*
    School starts for me this month too! I'm super excited for it, though - I already spent two hours shopping for school supplies. XD

    Ellie | On the Other Side of Reality

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    1. Yay! Thanks for your feedback :) AHAHAHAHA WELL THANK YOU GAH.
      Ooooh, that sounds fun! I know, I'm half-excited too. I think my favorite part is just getting ready and everything. I'm really excited about the planner I'm getting this year. Eeep!

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  12. WHAT NO 2016 CAN'T BE OVER IT JUST GOSH DARN STARTED WHAT.

    One of my goals this month is to finish the story I started for Camp Nano, partly because I know some people who will kill me if I don't finish the beautiful mess of a thing.

    And ooohh you've just gotta try macarons, yusss, even if you can't find them anywhere you can always try making them too.

    P.S You have a very epic blog

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    1. HEY AT LEAST WE HAVE LIKE 4 MONTHS LEFT??? STILL THOUGH I GET YOU IT'S LIKE WUT.
      Hahah, cool! GET IT DONE, GIRL. I know you'll be able to.
      Yeah, I thought about that, but I've heard they're really finicky to make too so I don't want to mess them up but idk. It'd probably be healthier if I made them at home ^_^

      THANK YOU SO MUCH *blushes* <3

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  13. macaroons are great. *yum* and so is Trader Joes, by the way :D
    -Mic from Mic's Room (https://lovelypinkduckshome.blogspot.com/)

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    1. EEEEP YES THIS IS GOOD. Haha, okay! It's so annoying that the closest one to me is like two hours away agh.

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  14. The picture IS big, but it lines up nicely and looks all professional. xD So I say it's awesome.

    I'VE NEVER HAD MACAROONS BEFORE. I THINK THIS IS SOMETHING I NEED TO CHANGE??
    M...moving. o.O Gah. That's definitely a big change. *hugs* I'll be praying for that! Can I ask which state you're moving to? You can just ignore it if you can't say -- I totally understand. (I'm just always hopeful that it will be close to me. xD)

    SCHOOL. Gah, it starts this next month for me as well. I'm trying to be positive about it but I am actually dying at the mere thought of it. x.x

    YOU CAN DO THE THING, AUTUMN! <3

    // katie grace
    a writer's faith

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    1. KATIE MY ENFP FRIEND YESSS. Thank you!! I'm guessing since all y'all are saying it looks fine that it's okay. I KNOW THOUGH RIGHT IT'S SO HUGE.

      YEAH IT IS. (I think.) I never had them either, but I WANT TO THIS YEAR. IT shall happen. HAHA YEAH IT IS BUT I'LL SURVIVE. *nervous grin* actually, I'm probably making it seem more dramatic that it really is..we're not really moving to another state, just like a different part of our town. DUDE NOW IT SEEMS PATHETIC OR SOMETHING. agh agh *hides* SORRY >_<

      haha, RIGHT?? I'm trying to be happy and everything but it's JUST THERE. KFKFJDSKFJSKFJSKFJ not happy about that.

      WE GOT THIS, KATIE. ♥

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  15. I AM SO MAD BECAUSE I WROTE THIS HUGE COMMENT AND THEN IT DISSAPEARED I AM THOUROUGHLY UNHAPPY.

    aNywAy. FRIEND!! This post was great! The picture lined up very nicely on my screen and fit just right! Woohoo! I want to get into picture more but honestly I get so caught up in the writing and forget, whoops. *throws glitter*

    THIS YEAR IS GOING SO FAST GAH SLOW IT DOWN.

    OKI LETS NOT talk about the thing that is called school because I thought I was ready but it turns out I really like summer. (whaaaaa?) But we shall get through it TOGETHER! I just really don't want to do the math.

    please don't make me do the math,

    I promise to start keeping up with your blog more often because I truly love it okay forgive me.


    YOU CAN DO ALL THE THINGS! KEEP THE FAITH AND DO ITTTT (nike saleswoman right here, folks)

    whatever you do, do it with your whole heart.

    -JacyRayn xx

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    1. AAAAAAWW I'M SO SORRY I HATE IT WHEN THAT HAPPENS UGHH
      EEEP JACYRAYN!! Than you so much <3 I LOVE GLITTER *glitter everywhere* Thank you for the el feedback.
      RIGHT NOT SURE WHERE IT'S GOING.

      Right right let's push it into a corner BECAUSE I REALLY WANT TO FORGET IT *sobs* Hey we must be alike because SUMMER > school. YUP. WE WILL DO IT TOGETHER. That's like one of my favorite parts about blogging...we can all HELP each other. WWOOOOT.
      aw you are too nice, girl. YOU LOVE IT DUDE GAHHHH I ♥ YOU.

      Hey, seriously, you'd be a good nike salesperson. I honestly love the Nike slogan so much I'm thinking I'll wear that to my graduation -- "Just did it." idk though. ^_^
      thank you so so much!!!

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  16. This post was the sweetest :) I love that you're making a list of August goals; I have been doing this offline but may have to post about it on my blog, because you inspired me! It's so crazy to think that the year is 3/4 over....I'm not sure how that happened, but life just seems to be going at a breakneck pace this year. D: Nevertheless, there's still time to make the most of the days! There was a quote that I really loved that said "Don't count the days, but make the days count." That's how I want to live.

    Also, since when does McDonald's make macarons? Say what say what??

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    1. EEEEP THANK YOU, DEAR! You definitely should! It's really encouraging because you have a whole bunch of people cheering you on =) I know right? It's sort of crazy...woah. It is. OOOOOHHH I love that quote. I used it a lot last summer.

      I KNOW RIGHT?? I need to test this theory out and see if they do.

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  17. I think the pic looks so totally professional the the perfect size, (just take in note my computer screen is abnormally big, like what).

    SCHOOL. I have mixed feelings about this thing. oh, well. It doesn't look too bad. I just think the thing of when school comes summer leave. GAH. NO.

    *goes off to cry*

    sarah » the introverted extrovert

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  18. i've actually never had macarons either?? i've had macarOONS, though, which are like little mounds of coconut. they were so delicious, aghhh.
    i don't start school until mid september, but i'll be thinking of you!! YOU CAN ROCK SCHOOL. GO SHOW SCHOOL WHO'S BOSS.

    evelyn clickman @ if these stars shall fall

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  19. I kind of forgot about my summer bucket list too...oops! I love your goals, and macrons ARE THE BEST! I give school a YAY because I honestly just like to see my friends every day, but English and History get a nay for sure.
    YOU GOT THIS!
    -Em
    destinationblissblog.blogspot.ca

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  20. The graphic is a little big, but I also like it big to.

    The year always go fast, but around August when I really want Christmas to come and the winner to come it really slows down for me.

    I'm ready to start school. I want to be busy and I think I need to start learning again. I kinda missing learning something everyday. So school is a yay! :)

    And I really like these goals! They're cool! Hope you can get them too! I haven't looked at my summer bucket list either, but I think I got most of it in my mind. Maybe not though. Let me go and check it out. ;P

    Ellie R.
    www.uniquelyyou1.blogspot.com

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    1. Hey thanks for stopping by!!
      AHAHAHA YES. I can't wait for Christmas and I do love autumn/fall (WHY ELSE DID I PICK MY ONLINE NAME AUTUMN.), but summer is the best and I love warm weather.
      EEEEP I LOVE YOUR ATTITUDE. And honestly, I think it will be. My schedule is definitely busier than before, and with God on my side, I don't need to be afraid.
      Hey thanks!! Yes, I know what you mean. ;)

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  21. I like your positive attitude towards life, and trust in God. It's encouraging to read, and makes me happy. I hope August is wonderful for you, and I hate to be one of those annoying grown-ups, but seriously, enjoy school while you can. Because after school, people expect you to be an adult. Haha, I guess it's just a matter learning and growing through whatever season of life we're in. :)

    Anyway, if I didn't already mention - this was great to read, and I'm looking forward to those fun posts you have planned. :)

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    1. awwww Jessica you are seriously so sweet <3 I always love reading your comments. THANK YOU!!! Awww whenever says something that it makes me smile so much. YOU ARE SO NICE. Haha, yeah, so true. It's not really annoying either, it's a good reminder. After school, childhood is basically over too. aahhhh life. Oh well, at least with the Lord as our pilot we never have to fear.

      EEEEP THANKS!!!!

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  22. I think the picture is just right! I actually noticed it's nice size before even reading your request for input about it! And oohhhh yyeeeessss...school...I am not looking forward to it. But it starts in a couple weeks. Yay. I am excited that I'll be graduating at the end, but mleh. It's going to be so hard before I get to the graduating part. I'm trusting that God will carry me through. Because I sure don't have the strength or motivation to on my own! Whoo.

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  23. These are awesome goals! And I totally feel you about school haha I'm feeling the exact same way. And macarons are amazing definitely try one if you get the chance :). This is such a fun blog- I can't believe I've never seen it before?? How did that happen? Anyways, neat post and awesome blog!
    -Vivian
    http://moonsworlds.blogspot.com

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