It's hard to believe that 2022 is already just about over! It seems so long ago that I set some reading and blogging goals for this year, but let's take a look back at them anyway.
- Read Little Women. I did it! It took me a month and a half to read it, but I finally read Little Women!
- Read 52 books. At the time I'm writing this post, I've read 99 books, which is WAY more than I expected to read this year.
- Don't be so rigid about a blogging schedule. I think I did pretty well with this. I haven't always been able to stick to my "normal" blogging schedule, but I haven't let this bother me. I do get a little anxious when I don't have a lot of pre-scheduled posts, but that's the nature of life right now. My sister has taken a larger role on the blog this year, and that makes me so happy! She shared about two bookish conventions she attended, penned a series on independent authors, and has even started a new series showcasing upcoming releases she's excited about.
- Continue growing my Instagram account. I've gained about 150 followers this year, but unfortunately my engagement doesn't seem to reflect that! However, I still have fun taking and sharing photos, so I'll continue with it for now.
- Reread from my own collection with the intention of pruning my shelves. I attempted 6 rereads - of those, I DNFed two of them and I donated five. I kind of gave up on this goal around mid-year, because right now there are just too many new books I want to read and I preferred to spend more time on those.
- Keep track of how much I'm spending on books. I added a line item to my budget spreadsheet for this, so I did keep track of this all year (although I'm not going to say how much I've spent - eek!). Admittedly, most of my book spending was on Henry!
How did you do on your 2022 goals?
You did great on your goals! I didn't have many for 2022, just to finish my Goodreads reading challenge and participate in Nonfiction November.
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DeleteI'd say you did great! Even adjusting your goals throughout the year to suit your current wants/needs. Well done!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Tanya!
DeleteGreat job! I also don't like to look at my book line in my budget....
ReplyDeleteYeah, it was a little out of control...
DeleteI always worry that I won't like something as much the second time. This is why I don't re-read or re-watch. Good job with the goals and you crushed the reading challenge. Almost double!
ReplyDeleteYeah, it's definitely a risk but it also helps me weed out books from my shelves. Thanks, Sam!
DeleteLittle Women is such a great story! I'm glad that you were able to read it this year. I hope that 2023 brings just as many reading accomplishments for you! :)
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DeleteGreat job with your goals! I've never been able to figure out Instagram. People don't seem to comment back like they do on blogs. I don't know how to make friends on there.
ReplyDeleteYeah, it's hard, there are a lot of just nonsense accounts that will follow you, pretty much guaranteeing no interaction.
DeleteLove these goals! I think you are doing a great job with your Instagram account. I also hear you about book budget. I spend way more on books for my sons than I do myself. I started taking them to the half price/used bookstore. It's been a lifesaver! Happy 2023! I look forward to your reviews this year!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much, Christina! I definitely need to check out more used bookstores. The library group finally had a sale this year, so I picked up a bunch of books there.
DeleteYou did most of your goals so good job! I like how you #1 goal was to read Little Women. I read it like two years ago after the newer movie came out and really enjoyed it although it was a bit slow paced. Happy New Year! 🥳
ReplyDeleteThanks, Adriana! Happy new year!
DeleteWell done on your goals this year! I'm super impressed about the 99 books, especially as a new mom.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Suzanne! I was pleasantly surprised by it!
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