August is Here

I can't believe it is already August and fall is just around the corner.   July's Goals are here. 
 I'm excited to say I managed them all except perfecting baking in the sun oven.  We've had more rainy and cloudy days (at least afternoons) than I was expecting, but that is okay.  August is a new month.  We also managed to do very well at eating from our storage last month and I intend to kind of continue on with that minus the first week.

 August plans are pretty simple. 

 1.  For groceries for Week 1 -- Family visiting.  I'm expecting to grocery shop this week because we will be doing some larger meals and some special requests.  However, for the rest of the month my goal is to limit to a few fresh items, milk, and eggs.  

 2.  Continue my research and online course.

 3.  My daughter starts at university this month and I am hoping to just get the household schedule adjusted to her new schedule.

 4.  Clean out my closet.  I have some "office" clothes that I no longer need.  I'm going to pick a few nice pieces and do something with the others. 

5.  Work on some handwork projects that I have going.

 6.  Try to keep the electric bill below $200.  I'm guessing this will be my tough month because even with the a/c turned up it is running as I type.

 7.  Get serious about making a Christmas gift list.