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September Goals and Life Update – I’m Ready For Fall

Last Updated: October 13, 2014 BY Michelle Schroeder-Gardner - 69 Comments

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September Goals and Life Update

It was National Dog Day the other day, so here’s an old picture of my pup and my laptop. Some of my favorite things in life!

Hello everyone and happy Friday!

This month’s goals update is a little early, but I figured I’d get a somewhat early start and think about my goals sooner rather than later.

Even though August isn’t over yet, it has been a good month so far. Nothing really happened this month. It was a relaxing month and I’m always all for that.

I’m more excited for September though. We have two trips planned for September, and the weather will be much nicer than August. I also love fall and the clothing that goes along with it. I’m ready for boots and sweaters!

It’s been a VERY hot month for St. Louis so far.

With the heat index, the temperature has been around 110 to 120 degrees each day for much of this month. Pairing the hot weather with the disgusting humidity that St. Louis has, it means I haven’t been outside too often lately.

Because we have been experiencing sticky and disgusting weather in St. Louis lately, we have been dreaming of Colorado even more.

We are still thinking about moving there within the next few years. We want to visit some of the cities we may be interested in again in the winter months. While we love the summer months in Colorado, I’m a little afraid that I will not like the winter. Anyone from Colorado want to share their opinion of what they think of the winter months?

August Goals Update

  1. Make $13,000 in business income. PASS. I had another good month. I’m not sure yet if I will beat last month’s income, but it was a good one. Read last month’s post $14,937 in July Business Income if you haven’t yet. August’s business report will be out sometime next week.
  2. Work out 2 times a week. FAIL. This has been nonexistent. We have been eating very well though.
  3. Walk 10 miles on a trail once a week. FAIL. This has been nonexistent as well.

 

 

September Goals

  1. Make $13,000 in business income. I’m keeping this the same. We are going on two trips in September so I’m not sure what will happen.
  2. Work out 2 times a week. I just can’t get back on the workout wagon to save my life it seems like.
  3. Work on passive income ideas. One area we have really been slacking in is passive income. I want to create an action plan to jump start this. If you have passive income, what do you do? What do you recommend?
  4. Work ahead on MakingSenseofCents posts. One thing I am very bad with is writing ahead of time for posts on this blog. I would like to get at least a few weeks ahead, with one day hopefully being a month or more ahead of schedule. I do have a question for all of you – What topics would you like me to cover? Are there any products you would like me to review?
  5. Have fun at FinCon! FinCon is this month. I can’t wait! I went last year and it was well worth it. This year it’s in New Orleans so I know it will be crazy… Are you going?

 

How did you do in August? What is your main goal for September?

What are your plans for the long weekend?

 

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About Michelle Schroeder-Gardner

Michelle is the founder of Making Sense of Cents, a blog about personal finance and traveling. She discusses how her business has evolved in her side income series. She paid off $40,000 in student loans by the age of 24 mainly due to her freelancing side hustles. Click here to learn more about starting a blog!

Comments

  1. cave simon says

    August 29, 2014 at 2:01 am

    Hey Michelle $13,000 is a pretty great month, congrats! The weather hasn’t been so great here in Paris too. Hope it’s gonna get better in September!

    Reply
    • Michelle S. says

      August 29, 2014 at 9:14 am

      Thanks! I hope September is nice in Paris as well 🙂

      Reply
      • Christine Berry - Wealth Way Online says

        August 31, 2014 at 10:03 pm

        me too! as I’m visiting then 🙂

        Reply
  2. zaby says

    August 29, 2014 at 3:05 am

    i love your goals especially the financial ones. I hope at one point i would be able to make so much especially working online.

    Reply
    • Michelle S. says

      August 29, 2014 at 9:16 am

      Thank you!

      Reply
  3. fatima says

    August 29, 2014 at 6:20 am

    congratulations on $13,000! i love the idea of setting goals each month im definitely going to do this! and financial goals is a great idea

    Reply
    • Michelle S. says

      August 29, 2014 at 9:19 am

      Thanks Fatima!

      Reply
  4. Stefanie @ The Broke and Beautiful Life says

    August 29, 2014 at 6:35 am

    My main goal in September is to get through it, haha. I’m working on a book with a September 5th manuscript due date. Giving my first webinar. Going to fincon. Then coming home and getting myself a well deserved massage 🙂

    Reply
    • Michelle S. says

      August 29, 2014 at 9:20 am

      Wow it definitely sounds like you have a lot going on. Good luck. I’m sure you will do great!

      Reply
  5. Tonya@Budget and the Beach says

    August 29, 2014 at 8:51 am

    I think if you can handle the winter in St. Louis you will be fine in CO. Its just more dry there. Enjoy your trips in Sept!

    Reply
    • Michelle S. says

      August 29, 2014 at 9:22 am

      Good to know! It doesn’t really snow in St. Louis except for maybe once or twice a year but it does linger around for awhile.

      Reply
  6. Michelle says

    August 29, 2014 at 9:00 am

    I hate to tell you this-but the winters aren’t that bad(no humidity)…except I do think we will get a lot of snow this year. But that’s ok because for us we go and enjoy the snow by: skiing, snowboarding, hanging out in mountain towns. My favorite thing to do is to go snowboarding then sit in a hot tub (outside) while it’s snowing. Usually I go to Breckenridge. Michelle, basically, it’s nothing like a mid-western or eastern winter.

    When I went to college out east people always asked about the scary snow in Colorado and I was always confused-until I saw the news and saw how they reported our winter weather.

    Also, it’s sunny 330 days of the year, the snow melts and it doesn’t linger like it does out east. People still: ride their bikes, run, hike, sit outside on patios for happy hour, etc. ALL YEAR LONG. We embrace it. It is a little more low key in the winter because people go to the mountains and enjoy the snow. But, there is still a lot to do.

    Reply
    • Michelle S. says

      August 29, 2014 at 9:23 am

      This is all very good to hear! We don’t really get any snow in St. Louis and I don’t think I would be able to handle anything to crazy haha.

      Reply
    • Meghan says

      August 29, 2014 at 12:45 pm

      I agree! The winters are nothing compared to St. Louis. I’ll say that if you live in Denver proper, you see more snow on the south side of town but in a northern suburb there were plenty of years that I shoveled my driveway only a handful of times.

      Reply
      • Michelle S. says

        August 29, 2014 at 1:02 pm

        Good to hear. Thanks Meghan!

        Reply
  7. Michelle S. says

    August 29, 2014 at 9:21 am

    Aww I wish you were going as well. You’ll have to go next year!

    Reply
  8. Michelle S. says

    August 29, 2014 at 9:21 am

    WOOHOO Can’t wait to meet 🙂

    Reply
  9. Mackenzie says

    August 29, 2014 at 9:51 am

    I am soooo ready for fall! It’s my favorite season and everything pumpkin, is in the stores. Pumpkin lattes, pumpkin pies, etc… Nom, nom 🙂

    Reply
    • Michelle S. says

      August 29, 2014 at 10:29 am

      I love pumpkin everything as well! YUM!

      Reply
  10. Sahil Arora says

    August 29, 2014 at 9:52 am

    Getting accomplished your financial goals are good but health goals are also important. Hope your health related goals get completed next month 🙂

    Reply
    • Michelle S. says

      August 29, 2014 at 10:30 am

      Thanks! Yes, I really need to work on my health related goals.

      Reply
      • Sahil Arora says

        August 30, 2014 at 9:44 am

        Yeah!!

        Reply
  11. kammi says

    August 29, 2014 at 10:44 am

    Congrats!!! I scored on the exercise (doing six days a week now) part but didn’t end up saving as much this month (it was anticipated, though; should be back on track in a few days). Take care of your health and drink a lot of water 🙂 Cheers and Happy Labour Day!

    Reply
    • Michelle S. says

      August 29, 2014 at 10:50 am

      Wow good job with the exercising! I need to learn your ways 🙂

      Reply
  12. Adrienne says

    August 29, 2014 at 10:45 am

    Hey Shell! Congrats on another fabulous month!

    I would love to see a post on the best way to save up to buy a house, i.e. what is a good percentage to put for the down payment, what other costs should be saved for such as homeowners insurance, inspection fees, etc.

    Again, you rock! Have fun on your trips this month!

    Reply
    • Michelle S. says

      August 29, 2014 at 10:52 am

      Hey Adrienne!

      Great idea for a new post. I’ll add that to my list 🙂

      Reply
  13. Nicola says

    August 29, 2014 at 11:07 am

    Good luck with your goals for the month. I wish I was going to FinCon! Maybe one day 🙂 I’m ready for Autumn (Fall) as well; the darker nights, cosy jumpers, hot chocolate and cooler weather! 🙂 have a good weekend 🙂

    Reply
    • Michelle S. says

      August 29, 2014 at 11:52 am

      Yes, you must go to FinCon one day. You’d fit right in and I would love to meet you 🙂

      Reply
  14. Kayla @ Shoeaholicnomore says

    August 29, 2014 at 11:09 am

    In my location, it’s been much much cooler than normal. We usually have temps like you described (but without the humidity), but this year it’s mostly been high 80-mid 90s, which is amazing!

    Reply
    • Michelle S. says

      August 29, 2014 at 11:53 am

      Sounds like some great weather you’ve been having!

      Reply
  15. Erin @ Journey to Saving says

    August 29, 2014 at 11:55 am

    Cute picture! I have barely been tolerating our high 90s, there’s no way I could do 120. It’s smart to explore CO in the winter just to make sure you enjoy it then, too. I actually just purchased a FinCon ticket (right before you tweeted about Wes’! I was bummed), so I’ll be there!

    Reply
    • Michelle S. says

      August 29, 2014 at 12:18 pm

      Yeah, we plan on coming back in January and spending a lot of time here to make sure we still like it. We will probably visit Colorado many times to make sure it’s for us.

      And I’m so glad you’re going to FinCon. Can’t wait to meet you!

      Reply
  16. Julie @ The Family CEO says

    August 29, 2014 at 12:31 pm

    I’ve never lived in Colorado, but the people who have tell me the winters aren’t all that bad at all. As far as passive income streams, I would like to up mine as well. So far I’ve had the most luck with affiliate advertising, but I’m exploring some others – like ebooks – as well.

    Reply
    • Michelle S. says

      August 29, 2014 at 1:01 pm

      Good to hear. It sounds like Colorado won’t be too bad in the winter months. 🙂

      Reply
  17. Thomas @ i need money ASAP! says

    August 29, 2014 at 1:10 pm

    Fall is a great time of year. Beautiful temperature and all the leaves start to change colour around us, just beautiful. My goal is to generate some additional income for i need money ASAP! outside of the paltry adsense income I currently receive. Just not quite sure how to do that yet…

    Reply
    • Michelle S. says

      August 29, 2014 at 2:39 pm

      I’m sure you’ll think of something 🙂 Have you looked into affiliate streams possibly?

      Reply
  18. Jason B says

    August 29, 2014 at 2:08 pm

    Unfortunately I didn’t reach my August goal. That was to start the debt repayment again. I’m crossing my fingers that it happens in September.

    Reply
    • Michelle S. says

      August 29, 2014 at 2:40 pm

      I hope September is better for you Jason.

      Reply
  19. Celeste says

    August 29, 2014 at 3:06 pm

    Hey michelle!
    For the workout thing,Ive been trading sweaty selfies with my sister in law who lives a few hours away. It keeps us on track and its a way for us to “workout together” even though we dont live near each other any more. Maybe u can try it with ur sister!

    Reply
    • Michelle S. says

      August 29, 2014 at 3:16 pm

      That’s such a great idea! I’ll have to start doing that.

      Reply
  20. Mrs. Frugalwoods says

    August 29, 2014 at 6:29 pm

    Oh I do not miss those St. Louis summers! In high school I had all-day marching band practice outside in August and it was just awful. I must say, I vastly prefer the balmy summers we have here in Boston. I’m with you–fall weather all the way! I really wish I was going to FinCon this year; maybe next year. Best wishes for an awesome September!

    Reply
    • Michelle S. says

      August 30, 2014 at 11:47 pm

      Ugh that sounds horrible! I can’t wait for the fall 🙂

      Yes, you must go to FinCon next year!

      Reply
  21. Ravi Chahar says

    August 30, 2014 at 1:42 pm

    Hi Michelle,

    Good to know that there are some bloggers who set up their goal for the upcoming month.:)

    In my opinion it adds some extra value in the confidence level. As when we think big then we like to work more and more which is beneficial for us and our we can reach to our goals.

    The goals are not about income, they are about the total output of our work we are doing since last my years.

    Wish you good luck for your goals.:)

    Hope you are having fun this weekend.:)

    ~Ravi

    Reply
    • Michelle S. says

      August 30, 2014 at 11:53 pm

      Thank you Ravi!

      Reply
  22. Barrie says

    August 30, 2014 at 5:52 pm

    I don’t set monthly goals…shoot, I don’t set goals at all. But I think it’s something I should do…I need to think of what I need/want to accomplish next month…

    Reply
    • Michelle S. says

      August 30, 2014 at 11:54 pm

      Yes! You should start setting goals 🙂

      Reply
  23. Tennille says

    August 30, 2014 at 11:06 pm

    $13,000 that’s amazing! We had a great August putting $500.00 into savings and paying off one of my student loans, although I wont count it until the check is cashed. My husband has been putting in a lot of hours and I have been trying to earn a little money online to help.

    Reply
    • Michelle S. says

      August 30, 2014 at 11:54 pm

      Good job!

      Reply
  24. Cindy B says

    August 31, 2014 at 12:27 am

    I’m ready for fall, too, just to get our family back into some sort of routine! As for winters…I grew up in western Washington where it drizzles all winter. I always wished I lived where there were four seasons. I retired on my 50th birthday and we moved to Montana. I love, love, love snowy winters. Since neither one of us have to work and be on the roads I suppose that makes a difference. Sunny days with snow on the ground produces the most amazing light!

    Reply
    • Michelle S. says

      August 31, 2014 at 1:33 pm

      I have been hearing more and more about how awesome Montana is. I bet you love it!

      Reply
  25. Petra Varsányi says

    August 31, 2014 at 3:23 am

    Fabulous! Great job. 😀 Also, I am amazed and can only but congratulate you on your each month goals fulfillment! I really like it. I am wishing you a most successful September. 🙂

    Reply
    • Michelle S. says

      August 31, 2014 at 1:33 pm

      Thank you 🙂 I hope you have a great September as well.

      Reply
      • Petra Varsányi says

        August 31, 2014 at 4:25 pm

        Thank you so much! 🙂

        Reply
  26. Mishelle says

    August 31, 2014 at 11:53 am

    I have a friend who loved from Colorado to the eastern seaboard and she still thinks of colorado. She misses the air I think.

    I hate the humidity as well, it’s the worst part of summer frankly.

    Good luck with the activity part of september though it’s hard to work out or even think of it when the weather is high on humidity.

    M

    Reply
    • Michelle S. says

      August 31, 2014 at 1:34 pm

      Thank you Mishelle!

      Reply
  27. Cami says

    August 31, 2014 at 12:43 pm

    Congrats on the August income! I’m sure that as the weather is a bit more mild in September working out will seem more convenient. It is for me, at least.

    Reply
    • Michelle S. says

      August 31, 2014 at 1:34 pm

      Thank you Cami!

      Reply
  28. Little House says

    August 31, 2014 at 12:49 pm

    Congrats on your income goal! And I’m glad you asked about the Colorado winters (moving there is a possible plan in the future for me, too). Based on the responses, it’s exactly what I’ve been hearing: it snows, but it melts the next day. I think I could deal with that!

    Reply
    • Michelle S. says

      August 31, 2014 at 1:35 pm

      Yes, same here!

      Reply
  29. Michelle S. says

    August 31, 2014 at 1:34 pm

    That sounds wonderful to me!

    Reply
  30. Colleen Boudreau says

    August 31, 2014 at 6:20 pm

    My goal in September is to lose 10-15 lbs for my birthday in October!

    Reply
    • Michelle S. says

      August 31, 2014 at 8:22 pm

      Good luck! I need to lose some weight as well.

      Reply
  31. Cat @ Budget & the Bees says

    August 31, 2014 at 6:26 pm

    I am excited to meet you at FinCon!

    Reply
    • Michelle S. says

      August 31, 2014 at 8:22 pm

      I know! I can’t wait to meet you as well 🙂

      Reply
  32. Daisy @ Prairie Eco Thrifter says

    August 31, 2014 at 11:52 pm

    It seems like every single year I end up booking a vacation or a trip for the same time that FINCON is going on, so I can never go. Have fun at FINCON! Looks like you had a great month. I definitely want to start working out more too.

    Reply
    • Michelle S. says

      September 4, 2014 at 12:54 pm

      Oh no that stinks! A vacation is fun too 🙂

      Reply
  33. Amy says

    September 2, 2014 at 7:48 am

    I’ll be finalizing my September goals today, but getting used to our new family schedule (full-day kindergarten for my daughter and back to work for me) will definitely be on there!

    Reply
  34. Marie @ Financial Debauchery says

    September 2, 2014 at 7:49 am

    Another solid month for you Michelle! I’m excited for your pictures at FinCon, I’m sure you will have a great one!

    Reply
  35. Anita says

    September 4, 2014 at 2:51 pm

    Wow you are an inspiration,thanks for sharing.

    Reply

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