Goal Setting 401 Anniversary Goals

A Sentimental Journey of Elevating Your Marriage

I trust you and your spouse have relished the journey of setting goals within your marriage. This final article delves into an enchanting and sentimental approach to goal setting that Brian and I have embraced since our wedding day. Reflecting on the goals we've set has been an incredible experience, allowing us to reminisce on the what, how, why, and the untold stories behind each one. These shared memories often lead us into deeper conversations, strengthening the bond between us.

From the Beginning...

On our first anniversary, we made a decision that has become a cornerstone of our marriage – setting goals for the year. We categorized them into "The Fun List" and the "To-Do List," each containing up to five goals. The list hung in a visible place, ensuring these goals stayed at the forefront of our minds. This intentional placement facilitated ongoing discussions about our desires and needs. Here's a glimpse into our goals:

The Fun List:

1. Texas vacation

2. Read a novel together

3. Host friends for dinner

4. Hiking in the Blue Ridge Mountains

5. Go to Busch Gardens
   

To-Do List:

1. Install a wood wall

2. Tile the shower floor

3. Deep clean and declutter

4. Have the trees trimmed

5. Stain the deck

To the Middle...

Every anniversary, Brian and I take our time celebrating at a new restaurant. This special evening involves revisiting our goals list, checking off accomplished ones, and reliving the associated memories. We share laughs over the good times and discuss the goals left unfulfilled. This reflection sparks additional conversations, fostering even more communication and connection. By reminiscing together, the positive feelings associated with our goals resurface, providing a refreshing sense of fulfillment.

But the journey doesn't end there! It's time to craft a new list of goals. If there are unaccomplished goals from the previous year, consider carrying them forward. This tradition has become one of our favorites, offering a sentimental touch to our life together. Holding onto these lists allows us to scroll through our shared memories, much like flipping through a photo album or browsing through photos on your phone.  

And Finally, the "End"...

Just kidding! There's no end to this beautiful tradition. Keep repeating this process year after year. My prayer is that this practice sustains the unity in your marriage, deepens your connection, strengthens your communication, and keeps the vibrant memories of shared experiences alive.

And here's an inspiring note to conclude: "Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters, since you know that you will receive an inheritance from the Lord as a reward. It is the Lord Christ you are serving." (Col 3:23-24)

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