Pencil It In :: Embracing The Old-School Calendar
Hello Fall
With the arrival of fall, a season packed with festivals, football games, and family outings, planning ahead becomes essential. Whether it’s coordinating trips, scheduling extracurricular activities, or balancing weekend events, having everything laid out in a planner can be a lifesaver. The challenge? Juggling it all while keeping costs in check, especially when “everything is going up but the paychecks.”
The Value of Planning Ahead
The visual of a crossed-off day in the planner isn’t just a mark — it’s a moment of accomplishment, a quiet victory in the busy rhythm of life. For my family, my husband’s schedule is the most hectic, so we usually plan our dates around his schedule.
Our little black calendar book is the backbone of our operation. It’s more than just a list of dates; it’s our guide through the season’s hustle. From tracking bills and practices to remembering birthdays and business happenings, having everything written down keeps us on track. One event we’ve been especially looking forward to is our upcoming Thanksgiving trip to Canyon Lake — a trip we’ve had marked in the calendar for over a year now. That week has been blocked off since we started planning and seeing it there gives us something to anticipate amidst the busy season.
Managing Unexpected Changes
Of course, even the best-laid plans can be thrown off by unexpected changes. But that’s okay. Flexibility is key, and a good planner allows room for adjustments. When something pops up, we shift, rearrange, and keep moving forward, all without losing sight of our priorities. It’s this blend of structure and adaptability that makes the old-school approach work so well for us.
Finding Calm in the Chaos
In the end, writing things down brings a sense of calm amidst the chaos. There’s comfort in seeing your commitments laid out and knowing exactly what’s coming up. Whether it’s a big event or a small reminder, having that visual cue helps keep the overwhelm at bay.
