The 2012 Simplified Planners are HERE! They are gorgeous if I may say so myself! I’m so thrilled to share these photos of my own planner here along with a contest to win TWO 2012 Planners to be given away on New Years Eve (one for you, one for a friend!)
I like to think I’m an “early adopter” of everything techy – I am always looking for solutions to make life easier and many times those are computer based. But after trying to manage an iCal for years (and finding it frustratingly easy to ignore) I decided I’m just a paper and pencil planner type of girl. But I couldn’t use just any planner – they weren’t pretty – so I didn’t want to carry them everywhere, oddly small and hard to write in and included a lot of features I just didn’t need.
I designed the Simplified Planner to “have” everything other planners don’t have and some of the best features of planners I’ve used in the past. As a Mom, I love how pretty and functional these features are, and as a business woman, I love how organized and structured these features help me balance many plates spinning in the air at once.
Personalized Cover: I absolutely love this cover. It’s pretty, personalized and simple. The colors are bright and fresh (seven to choose from!)
Spiral bound: Some of the prettiest planners I’ve used have been “perfect bound” meaning they have a nice flat binding. Pretty, but inefficient. I could never flatten the planner out enough to write on the inner portions of the pages. The Simplified Planner is spiral bound so that it lays flat and allows you to see everything all at once.
Oversized pages: Each inner page measures 9 x 11 inches allowing maximum writing space within each of the sections. The planner itself measures about 10 x 12 inches including the cover.
Month and week views: I like to see my week all at once, so each week view features days segmented into AM, LUNCH, PM and DINNER. This is how I think about my day.
Goal, Focus and Heart boxes: On the month view, there are special boxes for a monthly goal, focus and heart note. For instance: (Goal: No cell phones after 5pm at home, Focus: Eat cleaner and drink more water, Heart: Take Brady to the aquarium). The Heart box is my favorite – it’s one random act of kindness or special memory you want to do/create this month.
Back section: Long Term To-Do: There are “to-do” or “notes” sections within each week view, but I always find myself remembering some long term to-do that I have or goal I’d like to make with no place to write it, within this planner there is a space for that. Fill these pages as a reminder of the big plans you’re making.
Back section: Wish List: This is quite funny : ) When I’m asked at the end of the year what I’d like for Christmas, I can NEVER remember. Now I won’t forget! Ok, that’s part of the reason for this section, but really the Wish List is intended to be a place where your family makes goals for future purchases. Perhaps you’d like to save for a new kitchen table (Oh I’m dying for this…) This is the place you’ll make those notes.
Back section: 100 in One Year: This is one of my favorite features of the Simplified Planner. This is a section for you to fill out early in the year with goals big and small. This will become a feature here on this blog with my own 100 in One Year list. Stay tuned.
Back section: Important Numbers: This section is designed simple and clean – without all the extra sections that clutter standard contact lists. Because I keep my friends and family numbers in my iPhone, this is the place I’ll list our tree trimming company, etc – important numbers I wouldn’t necessarily keep in my phone.
I’m so thrilled at the success of these planners. Over 100 have been ordered so far. To purchase your own Simplified Planner, visit the Emily Ley Pop Up Shop.
ALSO
Enter to win TWO Simplified Planners to be given away on New Years Eve – one for you and one for a friend! There are a few ways to enter
To enter: There are three ways to enter:
- Follow me on Twitter for updates on my own monthly progress with this planner: @EmilyLey on Twitter and leave a SEPARATE comment with your Twitter handle letting me know.
- Link to this giveaway in your Facebook status! Make sure you tag Emily Ley Paper so that I can see you did so, and then leave a SEPARATE comment letting me know!
- Leave a separate comment below with your #1 New Years goal. What are you going to make happen in 2012?
Thank you Emily! My #1 goal is to start a photography business. I’m not letting my age (15) stop me.
That’s a wonderful goal, Bethany!!! I’m so excited for you that you have such big dreams at 15! There’s nothing stopping you, I’m sure of it! xo Emily
My number one goal is to de-clutter my life is to take better care of my body by eating more organically and scheduling time to work out and de-stress. :)
LOVE this goal! Our personal goals include eating cleaner and scheduling some “us” time as well. Thanks for sharing, Heather! Emily
I’m following you on Twitter! @hnastorga
Added a FB comment. :) Hope you had a wonderful holiday, Emily!
First of all, I love your work. You are truly an inspiration to me and fire me up! Thank you for sharing your knowledge of both design work and business savvy.
My #1 goal for 2012 is to be more organized – as in plan out dinners and carve out time during the week to clean, etc… This planner will help me reach that goal tremendously and help avoid the nightly “what’s for dinner?” and the marathon cleaning sessions that leave me exhausted.
Kristen! Thank you so much for your sweet comment! It means the world to me! This is a wonderful goal! I think I’m going to attempt a few “once a month” cooking tries – freezing meals and eating cleaner. Thank you for sharing! Emily
I’ve been a long time follower!!
@_jlee
Hi Emily! My #1 goal is to learn to take a time out in mommy hood & focus on me a little bit.
Two personal goals this year & nothing corny like “losing weight”, haha :) 1. Be on time to places. 2. Volunteer & do more charity work (maybe Ronald McDonald house). Happy New Year!
Hi Brandy! These are GREAT goals!! I love the second so much! I’m going to borrow your goal and add it to my own list : ) I’d love to get Brady involved in something like that really early. You have been posting some super cute craft projects on FB lately too!! xo Emily
I am following you on Twitter!! @tcreativedesign
My New Years Goal professionally is to continue growing my brand and to fully establish my voice + perspective on my blog. I’m totally stealing the 100 in one year idea by the way! Personally, I’d like to finally be at my healthiest in my 30th year of life mentally, physically + spiritually.
Ebone! I love this! You have a beautiful voice! 30 is a big year – I’m almost there myself! xo Emily
Added a FB comment on my wall and also on my business page!
In 2012, I would love to get organized and have one of my weddings published on a popular wedding website.
What an awesome goal, Tiffani!! I have no doubt you’ll make it happen! And we’ll be here cheering you on! Big hugs and cheers to 2012! Emily
Hi Emily!
I’m following you on twitter @maria_mauti and I’ve shared your give-away with all of my fb friends.
It’s difficult to name just one goal. Most of my annual goals are short term, but I always aim for a short termed goal with long term benefits. That goal would be to remember people. I will be finishing my B.A this year, I will be starting my own real estate business and I will be performing with an orchestra and a regional theater company. With all if that on my plate, my goal is to make sure I pencil in time for the people in my life who mean the most to me. They are the reason I am able to pursue every dream imaginable.
Thanks for the opportunity to share. I can’t wait to see what 2012 brings. I know it’s going to be a wonderful year!
Maria
Hi Maria! These are wonderful goals! Congratulations on graduating this year! Sounds like you have a wealth of talents! Your last goal made my heart smile so much. That’s so important and a personal goal of mine too. xo Emily
You know I’m following you on two account, but I’ll give the personal handle @emsmiley
I have many many new adventures happening in 2012, both professionally and personally, that I am super excited about!! My number one goal is to be able to give wholeheartedly to each one. To really understand your saying, grace not perfection. To really adopt that in my daily walk. To feel successful in each nook of my life.. not giving into the overwhelmed, frustrated and defeated. I want to discover new ways of creating a well-balanced lifestyle, an opportunity to enjoy life, live in the now and really appreciate all that I have!
These are beautiful goals, Jessica. I love exactly how you said it – to infuse grace into your every day. I have no doubt 2012 will be your year!! xo Emily
Hi Emily! I love your planner! So cute! I followed on Twitter!
my handle is Meg514 :)
I already “like” on facebook, so I’ve tagged you in a post for the contest!
My #1 New Years Goal for 2012 is to declutter my life by getting my home organized, focus on health + excercise, and to start understanding how to transition into making my dream of being a decorator happen :)
I can’t tell you how GOOD it feels to declutter. I need to do more of this next year as well, but just decluttering my office and my house (nesting!) before Brady was born made SUCH a difference in my ability to really focus on him and my husband when he arrived. Sending best wishes to you for an amazing 2012!! xo Emily
I’m already following you on twitter, but if you’d like to follow me, you can find me @thestudiobphoto Love the planner!
Followed you on Twitter! :) @ChristiFalls
Also shared this on Facebook! :)
Hello again!! I linked to the giveaway on my FB page, which you can find here: http://www.facebook.com/studiobphotography
*Oh, and my goal for 2012 is to become more organized…so this is a great first step! ;)
GREAT first step, Christi!! Wishing you and yours a wonderful 2012! Emily
How exciting, I just adore these planners Emily! For 2012, my #1 Goal is to rock my new brand, of course, and begin the search for an apartment in HAWAII!!! I know how exciting is that?!
Already following on Twitter and Facebook, Happy Monday!
Yahoo!! Catherine I LOVE your new brand! Your palette is one of my absolute favorites ever!! I am praying for and cheering you on in your quest to get to Hawaii!! THAT’S AMAZING! I have no doubt you won’t only make it there — you’ll prosper there as well! Excited for you in a big way!! xo Emily
I am following you on twitter @kristinguice
My #1 goal for 2012 is to get healthy do that my husband and I can start a family!!
Oh this makes my heart so happy! There is no greater blessing! What a wonderful goal! xo Emily
My #1 new year’s goal is for my husband and I to buy our first home! These days it’s not as easy as it used to be to qualify for a mortgage, especially for people who own their own businesses. I have faith we’ll be able to and will find the perfect place for us to call home :)
What a wonderful goal, Becca! So excited for you to tackle these big goals! xo Emily
Hey Emily! I’m a twitter follower (@imcoffeegirl) and my goal for 2012 is to go to grad school for my Master’s in Photography! And a planner sure would help with the multitude of assignments I’ll have coming my way! Have a great New Year!
This is so wonderful, Deb!! So excited for you as you tackle this big goal!! xo Emily
I’m following you on twitter! @Kimberly_April
My #1 goal for 2012 is to attract enough clients to my business that by the end of the year, it can fully support my family and I’ll be able to start looking at a studio/office space for 2013.
This is an awesome goal, Kim!! Being able to support your family and show how wonderful it is to be passionate about the work you do is such a blessing. Really excited for you as you tackle this big goal! xo Emily
My goal is to establish priorities. No. 1 being my family and children. Then figuring out how everything {homeschooling, Church, starting a business, etc} fits in. I want to simplify and organize my life.
Identifying #1 is the first step. Everything after that will fit into place if you really hold yourself to that first priority. Granted, we’re still figuring out all of this in my own family – but it’s a daily decision to hold steadfast to priority #1. Excited for you : ) xo Emily
I shared this on Facebook!
i’m following you on twitter- @stephaniehowell
i shared on facebook (on my just me,my soldier,and our 4 little chicks page)
my number one goal of 2012 is to cherish our together time before my husband leaves on his 8th deployment. no being hard on myself, no trying too hard, no thinking everything has to be perfect. just being present.
Hi Stephanie!! My goodness. I was sitting here reading your comment with my Mom and she said “She must be an amazing mother.” You sure are! You inspire me on a daily basis, friend! So grateful to know you! You are a shining example of God’s grace! xo Emily
My number one goal this year is to stop the perfectionism! I tend to (try to, anyway) control everything to be perfect, but with two under two and a husband in the Army, I am usually left frustrated. I don’t want to feel that way anymore and I just want to enjoy life! Not everything has to be perfect to be fun and memorable!
I love this! The perfectionism drowns us, doesn’t it. Sending big hugs and prayers your way with such a wonderful family to take care of. Happy 2012! Emily
I WILL lose the rest of my baby weight! My sweet Reid was born July 21 and I have 7 more lbs to go!! He is the entire world to me :)
You can do it! I have 7lbs to go too! Mine was born in February! Ha! : ) Baby boys are the best. Happy 2012 to you! Emily
This would be awesome! I love technology but something’s I keep traditional like a paper planner. I follow you on twitter :)
I plan on eating more healthily this coming year!
Great goal! One of mine as well – cleaner eating! Happy New Year! Emily
I love the planner, Emily! My goal is to adopt a healthier lifestyle in 2012.
Great goal, Jean! Happy 2012! Emily
I’m going to try to keep myself organized and this will help me do so, along with helping me document a very special 2012 – my husband and I both turn 50 yrs. old, we celebrate our 25th wedding anniversary, our oldest child turns 18 yrs. old/graduates from high school/goes away to college, and our youngest turns 16 yrs. old and learns to drive a car! :)
Thanks for such a wonderful offer! :)
Love this!
Happy happy happy 2012 to you, Ann! So many reasons to celebrate!
Emily
I follow you on Twitter! @brittanibowling
My number one goal for 2012 is to find a better balance between work, family, and home through organization, planning, and discipline.
Ah, such a hard balance to achieve! Just know we’re all in it together – sending you hugs and prayers for a wonderful year! Emily
I absolutely love this planner and I know my best friend would too! My New Year’s Resolution is to spend more time cultivating relationships. Life and school get so crazy that it’s hard to justify taking the time to meet up with an old friend for lunch or sit down and write a handwritten letter to my grandma . My goal is to make those little things that are truly important much more of a priority. :)
Thank you so much, Lisa! These are wonderful goals! I love that you’re going to write to your Grandma. That’s so special. I miss mine everyday. Happy 2012 to you! Emily
I follow you on twitter from lisa_janel :)
I’m a follower on twitter & retweeted this post… @cannelson
Forgot to mention I am a follower on FB and “retweeted” your site on Twitter… :)
I follow you on twitter & retweeted @cannelson
I adore my “grace” prints I just received..can’t wait to get the perfect frame and hang it in the perfect place for me to see everyday!! & that’s one goal of mine for the new year… To aim for a standard of grace and not perfection in every aspect of my life :) I’m also going on my first international mission trip this year – a goal I am glad to be fulfilling!!
Hi Candace! I’m so glad you love your prints!! They turned out beautifully! I can’t wait to hear more about your mission. What a wonderful, wonderful goal! Emily
Hi Emily!
I’m not a designer or business woman like you, but I love your blog and website because it motivates/inspires me both personally and professionally.
My two main goals for 2012 are to pay off all credit card debt and to make exercise more of a priority.
I already follow you on twitter (@krashzia) and retweeted your post about the planner :)
Thank you so much, Kristen! These are great goals!! Wishing you all the best in the New Year! Emily
I adore Emily Ley Paper. :) Emily, I found a piece of those square cards you made me years and years ago. So great to see how far you’ve come! My 2012 resolution is about me. I want to focus on myself more for health, comfort, and happiness. I get lost in the crazy world I’m in and forget about myself sometimes.
Laura!! : ) I love you. And those square cards, ha! Wishing you all the best in 2012! I hope I get to see you soon! Emily
And a facebook status is done. :)
My #1 goal for 2012 is to attempt to find the balance between self-employment and family & personal time. I’m going to start by outsourcing some of our work this year and discipline myself to have stricter “office” hours :) Happy 2012!!
Hi Leslie! Ah, that balance is so hard, isn’t it! It’s so great to have a network of friends who are all in the same boat and attempting the same “greatness” : ) Sending you best wishes for a wonderful 2012! Emily
also, i follow you on twitter. I’m @leslie_keener :)
I’m following you on Twitter…@yeomomma.
I so want to surprise my bestie with one of these!
I like my dining table but my goal for 2012 is to get a new dining room to put it in. :) And to run the Disney Marathon.
Haha! Jenni, I love you and your dining room table! Ha! My goodness, the Disney Marathon. Perhaps I’ll join you in 2013 : ) xo Emily
Hi! I shared the link on Facebook!
Despite our “techy” world, I am a paper and pen kinda girl too! It is nice to know there is another fellow mama and business women out there that still likes to write things down in a paper planner! I would love to win one of these!
Wishing you all the best in 2012 Rachael!! Emily
My goal for 2012 is to have a pure and open heart.
Hi Kristy! This is a beautiful and simple goal. So big but so few words. Sending you best wishes for the new year. Emily
http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=595280356
shared on Facebook!
daniellehigginbottom at hotmail dot com
My number one goal this year is to be more present for my family. I hope to shut off all electronic devices at 6pm and not turn them on again until the next day. I want to give my children my most undivided attention.
Love this goal. I need to do the same on a consistent basis. Wishing you all the best! Emily
This would be perfect for my crazy life!
daniellehigginbottom at hotmail dot com
I’m @gadgetgrl and am following you on Twitter. I posted about your giveaway. I *love* your planner.
My number one goal in 2012 is to be healthier.
Love this goal! Excited for what’s ahead for you in 2012! Emily
I am really going to put mega effort into being more organized and clutter free this year. It makes me crazy, so I’ve got to do this!!! LOL I appreciate the chance to win a planner, thank you! I’ll follow you also on facebook.
Simplifying brings such a breath of fresh air. So excited for what this will do for you, Ret! Happy New Year! Emily
To brand myself is my greatest challenge yest something I have been wanting to for myself for quite a while. My goal this year is to be able to sit still long enough so I can listen to my own heart and get my own branding together.
Sorry! The email must have cut off for some strange reason. I think I have fixed it. It’s Vannessa, not Nessa.
Love this, Vanessa! These are great goals!! Excited for what’s ahead of you in 2012! Emily
2012 goals..
organize
healthiness without dieting
new business
being positive throughout it all.
Love it, Morgan! Happy 2012! Emily
Hey Emily! First off, I already have my own simplified planner, so I would give these two planners to some very dear friends of mine. I’m so excited for what 2012 has to offer. I’m ready to get my new brand off the ground and setting up my web site and etsy shop.
Liz, this is so sweet! 2012 is going to be your year! I have no doubt!! Emily
I just tweeted @EllieAndAddie about the giveaway!
New Years Resolution of 2012 (and beyond!)
Carve out time each month to volunteer, care and give of myself more to others.
Oh, I love this! I hope to get involved somewhere locally as well. Best of luck to you!! Em
GET my house & life organized!! When I saw your planner, thought this would be the PERFECT start!!
Love it! Simplifying frees up more time for FUN! Happy New Year! Emily
Emily, what a beautiful piece! I love what you have done with ELP and so happy for you!
My #1 goal is to get my blog organized and to commit to writing 3 meaningful posts every week. I will be planning these out by the Quarter and adjust as needed. So, as you can see, one of your beautiful planners would come in very handy for scheduling!
Again, congrats on your many successes (Brady being #1!) and best wishes for continued milestones.
Best,
Heather Gardner
La Dolce Vita Weddings
Thank you so much, Heather! I love this goal. I can’t wait to read your posts!! Happy New Year! Emily
My #1 goal is to eat less sugar.
Good goal!! Happy New Year! Emily
My #1 goal is to finish my last semester of high school with a better me: by doing the best I can in school, by loving and cherishing my family even more than I already do, and making sure I prepare myself for all the huge changes that are going to come.
Claire!! You are such a DOLL! I love these goals! Big hugs and enormous high fives to you!! xo Emily
I can’t believe that I wasn’t following before, but now I am! @kriciamorris :)
You have been shared on my FB wall :) http://www.facebook.com/kriciamorris/posts/315621518471943
My number one goal in the coming year is to simply become more balanced. I quite often let my life spiral out of control in any direction it tips and I want to determine how to not only reel myself back in, but reestablish my priorities to ensure that I’m being the best ME that I can be.
Oh it’s so easy, isn’t it, Kricia!! Life just gets out of control so fast sometimes. I love these goals!! Happy 2012!! Emily
The planners are BEAUTIFUL! My #1 goal in 2012 is to take more pictures of the good times I have with family and friends!
Oh I love this! One of my goals is to figure out what in the world I’m doing with my camera! : ) Happy 2012! Emily
Also, I was already following on Twitter, but I hope it still counts. : ) @BrookeMatson
already following you on twitter. i tweeted about your giveaway too!
helps if i give you my twitter handle… @tracylarsen
linked to you on facebook too!
i am going to SIMPLIFY in 2012! and i will make it happen :)
LOVE IT!! Happy 2012 Tracy! Emily
My #1 goal for 2012 is to continue keeping myself to a standard of “grace not perfection.” To continue working hard towards my dreams of becoming a doctor and taking a moment each day to remember and be grateful of God’s blessings all around me :).
I also posted on Facebook. Thanks for the insightful blog posts! May you and your beautiful family have a healthy, happy 2012!
Love this, Quindelyn!! Cheering you on from Florida as you pursue your big dreams!! Happy 2012! Emily
Living in a very small house in South Africa (missionaries) with my husband and two, soon to be 3, small kids… organization is a MUST. Unfortunately… I’m not even close to being organized, so that’s my major goal for 2012!
My goodness, Kelly! I want to read YOUR blog about how you keep it together! Sending you enormous prayers! One of my best friends served with Samaritans Purse in Uganda! xo Emily
Em, you know I’m following on Twitter! ;) @weddobsessed
Posted this on WeddObsessed Facebook page! :)
My #1 goal for 2012 is to take control, hard core, of my time (being intentional) and my finances (being frugal and self-controlled!). xoxo
Love it! I had the most enormous realization about this today… writing a blog post on it now. Love these goals, Jaime! You are such an inspiration!! Emily
My #1 goal is to simplify, de-clutter and create a home organization system that works for my family.
Great goals!! Happy 2012!! Emily
Hi! Saw this post from a friend and had to check out the planners…they’re beautiful! And they fit in perfectly with my new years goal to get more organized! I had my first baby in August and I’m expecting my second child this summer. Now that I’ve got a little boy (almost) crawling around and another little one on the way, I’m realizing that good organization is never going to be more important than it will be this year! Happy New Year everyone!
Oh my goodness, K! Congratulations! Happy 2012 to you and your growing family!! Emily
My biggest goal for 2011 is to finally run a half marathon! It’s going to happen!
Wow, Tiffany!! That’s awesome! Perhaps I’ll do that one day… 2013…14…15…. : ) Cheering you on from Florida! Emily
I am so excited about this giveaway! The planner is beautiful! I always spend so much time staring at planners in Target, Walmart, etc. just hoping that a planner that is both functional and beautiful will appear. It never happens!! :)
My #1 goal for 2012 is to take my business to the next level. I started it while I was still in college as a side thing and it hasn’t grown much past that. I would love to work with Making Brands Happen. I am constantly inspired by the brands you produce and would love for my business to be in a position where I could afford to take it to the next level.
Thanks for this giveaway and I’m so excited to own a Simplified Planner – because I will be purchasing one even if I don’t win! In pool blue! :)
Thank you so much, Stephanie!! I love this goal and Lara and I would LOVE to work with you to help take your brand to the next level!! Excited for what’s ahead of you! You’re already thinking big, so I’m sure there’s big things in your future! Emily
& I meant to put this in my last comment- sorry! I also shared the links on Facebook & Twitter! :)
I am going to BE love so that love surrounds me! :-)
LOVE!! xo Emily
My #1 goal for 2012 is to find a perfect balance. I’m in college working on two bachelors’ and a master’s degree, doing education policy research, and have signed up for probably TOO many campus organizations and volunteer opportunities. I love everything I do and everyone in my life, but I want to make sure that this year I give everyone and everything 100% of the love, support, and time they deserve! It’s easy to get caught up in one thing and let others fall by the wayside. Here’s to a new year!
Oh Megan! I’ve learned that balance is such a dance. Im sure you can do it! Wishing you all the best in the new year! Emily
My goal for 2012 is to get better organized and grow my paper c rafting business. Definitely need this to help with both
You are my new favorite person ever!! It was so much fun seeing you today!! Let me know if there’s ever any way I can help this at all!! xo Emily
My #1 goal this year is to grow my stationery business to be at least half as successful as yours is, Emily! You inspire me incredibly and give me the courage to dream that one day I can be where you are.
My goodness, Colleen!! Thank you for your kind words. Im sure 2012 will be a great year for you! Can’t wait to hear all about it! Emily
I am also now following you on Twitter! @trulynoted
And even though it pained me to share it because I want a better chance at winning (LOL) I posted it on Facebook too!
The planner looks like a great tool. As a homeschooling mom of three High Schoolers, I am always looking for ways to be better organized.
With just getting news of our papaw’s advanced cancer , we treasure each and every day with family. My goal in 2012 is to enjoy my days with my family as my kids are quickly approaching the end of their schooling (from me) and move on into the college phase. I enjoy being with my family and would love to win this planner to help my days be more organized and more productive.
Oh my goodness, Martha. Sending enormous prayers to your family as you soak up every minute of your sweet Papaw! I can’t imagine having children in that transitionary phase. Brady is almost walking and it PAINS me to see him grow up so quickly!! : ) Sending big hugs your way! Emily
my #1 goal for 2012 is to move to a new city! the bf and i are packing up and headed west in 30 days. and. i. still. can’t. believe. it. i would love to have your planner to keep my {new!} life in check :)
That’s so great, Katelyn! Sending you prayers for courage and a wonderful group of friends to great you in your new city! Emily
and i follow you on twitter. my handle is @katelynburkhart.
Following you on twitter! @ashleyboswell
Following you on twitter! @MakeItDarling
Balance is my goal. And leaving work at work– sometimes hard when I have eighteen third graders that weigh on my heart.
But you have the most ADORABLE little boy!! And well dressed, I might add! You’re a boy-mama idol! : ) xoxo Emily
Love your monogram planners!
My #1 New Year’s resolution for 2012 is (fittingly) to get better organized! Our house feels smaller by the month, and I need to find more ways to stay on top of organizing our everyday life better….
Thank you, Cari! Wishing you a wonderful 2012! Emily
Following you on Twitter @catieronquillo :)
Linked giveaway to my Facebook! :)
My new year’s goal is to continue my balance of work and family time, as I made some huge strides this past year. I want to continue finding ways to effectively do what I need to do for my clients to allow for more time for blogging, business goals, and hopefully growing our brand/team even more than this past year has taken us. I would love to give one of these planners to a vendor in town who would really utilize all of the simplified sections you have created, and then give away the second! :)
Love it, Katie! I have a feeling 2012 is going to be amazing for you!! Thank you so much for always being such an amazing encouragement!! xo Emily
my biggest goal is to actually take on more work while spending more time with my family, its gonna require some serious organization on my part and I am excited about the challenge.
This is an awesome goal!! Keep in touch and let me know how it goes, Raquita!! xo Emily
My #1 goal for 2012 is to declutter my office and set up a system of organization that will last throughout the year. Continuing to build momentum in my business and hit my goals and being proactive about making things happen.
LOVE it!! I am building one on my wall that I’ll share soon for Making Brands Happen!! Excited for you Catie!! xoxo Emily
Such a beautiful planner! I’m like you, I tried all last year to use Google calendar but I’m a paper and pencil girl as well! My number one resolution in 2012 is to launch my event planning business (something I’ve been working ever so slowly on for the last year) while maintaining that always-delicate work/family balance. I know you can relate! Happy New Year and thanks for doing this fun giveaway!
Thank you so much, Kristy! I just started using mine and I love it! I love your goal for 2012! Happy, happy new year! Emily
love these planners emily!
our #1 new years goal is to have more “us” time by prioritizing downtime together and using those vacation days. (we’re hoping for baby #1 this year! :D)
Lisa!! What wonderful focuses for the new year!! Sending prayers your way as you grow your family!! xoxo Emily
@jesssssiejay22 I am following you!
I posted a FB status and linked you to it! :)
My #1 New Years Resolution is to get fit and happy for my wedding on 09/22/12! I need to look fabulous in my pretty dress! Oh it’s going to be an exciting year!
LOVE it, Jessie! My best friend is getting married on 9/1/12 — (MOH here!) and I know you must be counting the days! Emily
I really want to create more fabulous personal blog post!
Hi Dede! Love this! Keep it up! I’d love to blog everyday in 2012… we’ll see how that goes with a little one! : ) Excited to see what you create! Emily
My number one goal for 2012 is to keep allowing God to crack my heart open more and more as we prepare for another wonderful addition to our family. This is going to be the best year yet!
Lara!! I am so unbelievably excited for you!! Congratulations!! xo Emily
I tagged you in Facebook! This planner is EXACTLY what I need!! Love it. Thank you :)
My goal for 2012 is to seriously clear the clutter and organize my life. One of the great things about owning your own business (and one of the drawbacks) is being able to create my own schedule. with the way I am working now, my workday is 24 hours a day/ 7 days a week. I would be great to be able to plan out items in advance and really set the goal of office hours to bring my life back!
Ohhhh Melissa, I can so relate. I think having a plan is a must. I’m learning this and trying to implement it for Brady and I as well. Wishing you a wonderful 2012! Emily
Following on Twitter! @girlmeetscamera
#1 goal this year is to move to Korea without going crazy in the process!
Megan! What a huge goal!! Excited for you! Emily
Following you on twitter! @GlamMomLara
Aaand posted/tagged to Facebook :D
#1 goal–worry less about what others think and spend more time with those that matter. I wear my heart on my sleeve an I think it’s time to be a little tougher. #2 goal– work on my bows and more business… I love that this was inspired by my biggest fans, my daughter and husband! Excited for 2012!!!
Brandi! I’m so excited for YOU!! If you ever need any digitally printed business cards or anything, send me an email hello@emilyley.com. I’d love to help you!! I have no doubt this business is going to take off – your bows are adorable!! xo Emily
My twitter handle is @kismisink & I just started following you! :)
Following you on twitter
@destdiva11
This is amazing!! I posted on FB!
Been following you on Twitter for awhile, too! (@paper_bloom)
Following on Twitter! (taraj_00)
I would like to really put a lot of effort into marketing my photography this year :)
Love it!! Excited for what 2012 holds for you, Tara! Emily
My #1 goal for 2012 is to prioritize and say NO if it’s not right for me and my family. I always have my hand in several pots, but would rather give my all to just a few things instead of everything that comes my way!
Oh this is a good one! I’ve been learning this also. It’s so important to protect the precious time you have. Excited for what this will bring to your family Lindsay. xo Emily
I’m following you on Twitter (I already was, does that count?!). @aileen_reilly
I posted and linked on FB. :)
#1 New Year’s Goal: Follow my heart. Even when it hurts. Amen.
I love you, Aileen. This is an awesome goal. xoxo Emily
My #1 Goal for 2012 is to FINISH my first ever wedding stationery collection. :)
GO JULIE GO!! You are going to rock this new collection!! XO Emily
I am following you on Twitter (@kristinap)!
Shared it on FB! :)
My #1 goal for 2012 is to become organized for my upcoming wedding. I know this year will bring me lots of appointments with many different vendors. I know that I have to get and stay organized to keep my sanity during the wedding planning process. Your planners look like the perfect tool to help me reach my goal! :o)
This is a great goal! Love that the planner would come in wonderfully handy for you as you enter one of the most important years of your life! xo Emily
thanks! I shared your Etsy shop with a friend that is also engaged. She said she particularly liked the ease of your planners. Her and I agree that some planners are so cluttered, and your’s are simply stated and absolutely perfect. Thanks for making such a great product! :o)
My goal for 2012 – just to be more organized! This planner would help greatly with that! Ha! I just want to balance everything better and not feel so overwhelmed at times. So I’m going to schedule things better and plan out meals, cleaning schedules, homeschool lessons, etc. I’m ready to go! :) Thanks for the chance! Hugs!
My goal for 2012 is to better balance my time with my family and my growing wedding planning business. I know the simplified planner will certainly help me to do that.
Following on Twitter at @katieoselvidge!
After battling what many doctors believe to be MS, the last few years but still no definitive answer. I’m striving in 2012 to get my home and family back organized and de-cluttered! It is no coincidence that God has picked me to go through this and will one day be a testimony for someone. Thanks, for sharing your inspiration with others! Happy New Year to you and your beautiful family!
Linked to Facebook! Was just raving about your planner to friends last night, I’ll definitely have to share a planner if I win. Thanks for having this!
WOW!! How did you know my NYE goal is to simplify? My mom always told me to simplify my life. I guess I finally realize what she was saying. She will be gone 8 years this May. Completing this goal would be a great way to honor her! Thank you for the chance to win!
I love planners! posted on Twitter @sandralundy
Linked on Facebook @Sandra Lundy
My #1 New Years goal is to seek the Lord first, then push through some fears and start putting my entrepreneurial dreams into motion.
For 2012 I plan for simple, personal authenticity, lots of love, and family.
My main goal is to spend more time with my family. My two boys have grown so fast! In order to achieve that goal, I plan to continue to move my business forward, and be solely a wedding photographer. I’ve already had my website created for brides so now for the hard part…… learning how to say no.
EMILY!!! I LOVE this planner! My most important goals for 2012 is to glorify God in my role as a wife and a mom, to intentionally play with my little ones everyday and seamlessly transition our family as we welcone our 4th little one this spring. There are lots of business goals I have too but the goals i mentioned are at the top of the list!
following you on twitter @angiewarren
(fab giveaway!)
Oh! This is my second comment on your blog…I forgot to mention, I posted on fb and twitter!
Linked on Facebook! Yippeeeee!
Following on Twitter @ashleeproffitt
My #1 goal for 2012 is to make my photography business and Etsy shop happen full time while balancing being a new mom. I want to be an inspiration to my baby girl :)
My husband and I are going to make life count and grown our business
My goal is to get baby prepared! I know you are never fully prepared. But we need to do major getting rid of junk and organzing of our home. We are still currently renting so hoping to also find a home that we can personalize and make ours.
Love the planners, adorable. We make keep up with appts super easy!!
My 2012 goal is to be healthier physically, mentally, and spiritually. A “total makeover” I guess you could say….
my #1 goal is to get organized…it is time to get things in order…after 38 years of marriage we have a empty nest…and to have some time spent with my husband doing a little traveling….
Thanks Emily – this looks like a great planner and I’m all about simplifing. I appreciate you! Have a blessed and prosperous 2012!
Vicki
Hi Emily!
My #1 New Year’s goal is to expand and re-establish my wedding and event planning business, Panache Weddings & Events. I decided to pull back on the reins a bit (only taking a maximum of 5 events for the year) as we will be welcoming Baby #2 in the Spring! I believe your planner would be a perfect resource to staying organized and motivated. Here’s to a terrific 2012!
My goal for 2012 is continue to grow my business Boudoir Denver. I had a good start in 2011 but I have refocuses my priorities and am ready to grow even more! I have let fear stand in my way for far too long, now I’m ready to take on my dreams and make them reality!
I am a planner NERD! I live by a planner and this one makes me twiterpated! I love the goals for each month because I am always setting new goals every month. The 100 list is also a cool feature I’ve never seen in a planner before. Then the cherry on top is how BEAUTIFUL it is! I love Pretty! :) I hope I win so I can get my hands on this beauty.
Also following you on twitter my twitter is @ElleBea
Also mentioned your giveaway on my facebook! Look for Laura Lynn. ;)
I did post this in my facebook status. My goal for next year is to do less for school and more for me. I need to devote time I am spending on extra hours after work to taking care of myself and living a healthier life style. All the people I love will benefit from my goal! I hope you have a wonderful new year!
I shared your good work on twitter. @cesmith24 Always amazed by your work, friend! :)
Get organized! Both in life and in business to prepare for a special delivery arriving in July :)
and I also follow you on Twitter @fourthandfolded
#1 New Years goal: To shoot a wedding in Italy!!! :D
Shared your wonderful giveaway on my FB wall too! ;)
I would love love love this planner! I posted a link to the contest on my FB wall. My #1 NY goal is to succeed in my new business venture – Jen Rios Design!
My New Year’s goal is to become a better “me” as a whole- exercising, de-stressing, and trying to balance work and life :) It’s a cliche goal, but one that needs to be done nonetheless. This planner will help me juggle life with style ;)
I also shared this giveaway on my Facebook :) Thanks for the giveaway! I wasn’t able to have you design my invitation for my summer 2011 wedding, but maybe you can help me “plan” my 2012 life ;)
I’m getting so fired up reading everyone’s goals! I’ve been mulling over my goals for a while, and I realized my biggest goal isn’t really something to check off, but is more a way of life.
To preface: So many times life doesn’t go as planned, and in the past this has caused me to just melt down into frustration and defeat. No more…I am choosing a healthy perspective this year: Seeing obstacles as opportunities. Focusing on progress not perfection. Embracing GROWTH. Embracing those hard things, because of the greatness they will bring about.
To give you a very personal example, I haven’t booked many weddings for this coming year. But rather than moping and feeling like a failure, I’m realizing this may be my best year yet. I’ll explore my passion in a way I never had time for in the past. I’ll take my time thoughtfully refining my skill and style. I’ll put my heart and soul into styled photography projects that make my heart sing, that get published, that put my name out there, and that inspire others. This year is a chance to see things anew. I would have missed it all if I had simply been focusing on the negative. This year I’m choosing to see the abundance. It may not be easy, but it’s going to be so good!
Thank you for this opportunity Em. Sending so much love your way!
Following you on twitter :)
Annnd…posted about your giveaway on Facebook. :)
My #1 New Year’s goal for 2012 is to feel more comfortable in my own skin. I need to embrace who I am… Not try to be someone I’m not.
Shared on FB as well.
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My #1 goal is to run a 5k.
I shared the contest on FB
following you on twitter! @danalaymon
My new year’s goal….which one do i pick…..definitely get better priorities! Make God 1st, my husband 2nd, and everything else last!
Following you on Twitter! :)
Posted on FB! :)
My #1 goal for the New Year…hmm! I have two babies under 16 months old and my biggest goal is to get back in the habit of making “real” dinners! Regularly making healthy and frugal meals would be a great accomplishment for me. :)
When I was growing up, I would not go to the toy aisle, I would head straight to the stationary and school supplies. My oldest daughter, who is in her 1st year of law school is the same way! We love beautiful paper, and finding the “perfect” planner has always been an adventure. When my daughter discovered the Simplified planner on Pinterest, she sent me a text telling me to look it up right away! She was afraid I would find another planner before looking at this one. We love the unique options that are a part of your planner. I would love to be able to give one to my daughter as well as keep on for me. Thank you so much for creating something so unique and beautiful!
I followed you on twitter @madelynridgeway
One of my goals for 2012 is to slow down and really live my life rather than just going through a checklist each day.
Love the planner! My goal is to GET ORGANIZED- particularly organize everything related to my classroom and all of my meetings and appointments for my many duties at the alternative school that I work at, including textbook coordinator, RTI team (behavior), Title I/CIP curriculum specialist team (federal programs), and technology coordinator! (not to mention, I teach 8 social studies subjects at an alternative school for grades 7-12) I would love to have a nice planner and not use sticky notes and multiple spiral bound notebooks, lol…. plus I am sure I have a friend or coworker who would love the other one! Have a great day and keep helping people…
I’m an instant fan and just posted your link for your fabulous planners on my FB wall. LOVE them!!! Definitely will be browsing more!
New Years Resolution is to get organized, especially with another one on the way =) This would be a HUGE help!! Following you & tweeted the link @atmuyco
My goal for 2012 is to become more organized and make time to do special activities with my 2 year old and show her fun things!
This would be a great new way for me to begin organizing my life.
I also posted this link on my fb wall so all my friends and relations may benefit.
Hi Emily! My #1 goal for 2012 is to make my personal life a priority and keep things organized in our household. Your beautiful planners would only make it that much more fun!
My #1 New Year’s goal is to get in better mental, physical and emotional shape. I am going to order Candace Cameron Bure’s book “Reshaping It All” and pray that it keeps me on track.
PS: I’m following you on Twitter :)
Happy New Year!
My # 1 goal for 2012 is Connection. Simply put — to build deeper connections with my family, friends and a network of business colleagues/friends.
My New Years Resolution for 2012 is to keep organized and continue to save to buy a house. I absolutely love your work Emily. I will be purchasing from you no matter what :)
My #1 goal(s) are to start taking vitamins and go back to school! This planner would be a big help with organization as I make it happen! I’ve been reading your blog and its very inspirational for going after my own dream of starting my own business! Thanks for the inspiration and the opportunity to win this fabulous planner!
my nuber one goal for 2012 is to better define my business life…theres a whole lot to that, but in general, thats what i want to do.
Hi Emily! You inspired me to finally start my own photography business and I did in March 2011. It has been a wonderful (and crazy!) first year and I’m so thrilled about all the possibilities on the horizon! My MAIN goal for 2012, though, has nothing to do with business and everything to do with making sure my family is around long enough to enjoy the fruits of my labor. :) We’re going to eat nothing but non-processed foods for 100 days… and then see if we can’t just keep going from there! We need a healthier lifestyle because fast food has become just too easy when we’re both so busy. Bets of luck in 2012 and your planners – well, everything you make! – are just gorgeous!
shared your link on my FB page
following on twitter! @abbyleighanne
my goal for the new year is to:
push myself emotionally, physically, and creatively. I’m tired of finding myself in a lull and telling myself that I’m not worth it. I AM worth it. I’m want to start fighting for what I believe in and not be a complete pushover. I want to challenge myself to BE BETTER.
Sweet Emily:
Merry Christmas + Happy 2012 to your and your adorable family. I hope that Brady’s first Christmas was magical.
As for goals for 2012, I guess my #1 goal falls right in line with the goal of the planners, as my goal is to ‘simplify my life’. For me, this mean learning to say no to a few things so I can say yes to other things and give them my heart & soul.
Prayers and wishes for a great start to 2012. No doubt you will continue to do great things and inspire the masses.
All my best,
Kristin
Emily I follow you on twitter! @journalution
My goal for 2012 is to eat clean. I’ve been playing around with it all this past year, but I’m committing myself to really focusing on eating non-processed, local, and organic food this coming year.
following on twitter! @allison_silver
ny goal = get back to the gym after a long hiatus since our wedding this past summer!
I’ve totally got my follow on… amybpaulson
And yes…I actually just said that.
My number 1 New Year’s goal? To leave behind the limits I put on myself and really show up. To give my all. To my kids, my husband, myself, our amazing God and my business.
I know this might sound corny, but I have lived life thinking I need to be the perfect wife, daughter, sister, aunt, friend, photographer, student and so on. But, this next year and in the words of someone I truly respect, my #1 goal for 2012 is to live life with grace and NOT perfection. Thank you for the reminder! xoxo
A few nights ago I went through old journals and noticed this awful pattern in my life. I do the same things over and over again and never get anywhere. Well 2012 is my year! These habits are changing and great things are going to happen!
Facebooked!
In 2012, In living for quality over quantity and Im going to give myself everything I need to achieve it! Personally and Professionally! and continually strive for GRACE not perfection! You’re amazing Em! I heart you big time xoxo
I followed you on twitter @aprilfoster
My #1 Goal for 2012 is to take the steps necessary to move from a team of independent contractors to a team of employees meaning bringing in extra income to pay said employees :)
I think you are just the cutest thing. :) My goal this year is to graduate law school… just one semester left! but a good planner is an absolute must!
Would love this planner! My goal for 2012 is to get into RN school.
I am in dire need of this exact planner. I can’t find a planner like this anywhere and I am in love with this one. Good job on creating this beauty! I wish you the best. My #1 goal for 2012 is to THRIVE!
I am already a big fan and follower! @elizabethhafner
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In 2012 my goal is to focus on family – our new baby coming in March and my relationship with my amazing husband. I’d also like to focus on church family – building relationships within that community.
Posted on Facebook! Happy New Years, friend!
My New Years goal for 2012 is to build confidence in myself, and accomplish all my goals that I keep putting off-thinking they will just happen one day! My biggest goal is to pay off all our debt so I can become a stay at home mom!
Twitter @christyeriksson
Goal- get my business running successful and running my household in a orderly fashion.
Im recently married, and my goal this year is to throw more get togethers with great food, board games and laughter! I’m bringing June Cleaver back this year.
My #1 goal for 2012 is to live each day with intention; to make each moment count. Days fly off of a calendar, but I can rejoice in that because I have planned my time in such a way that no day is wasted.
Hello Emily! Your planner is darling and oh so useful (at least I imagine it in my daily life being oh so useful as I sit struggling with the digital calendar I use, and forget about, now). For 2012 my number one goal is to develop my successful photography business into a well oiled machine with workflows set, gifts in the closet (for clients), and joy oozing from my pores. 2012 is going to be brilliant!
Just stumbled upon this on Pinterest. The personalized cover caught my eye immediately, so when I saw that there is a contest to win, not one, but TWO of them, well . . . it’s certainly my lucky night! Great content. I can tell you really thought out the design. As my goal this year is almost identical to everyone else’s – get more organized – I definitely need one. Another goal is to read more . . . my Bible, books on the best sellers list, cereal box . . . and expand this Mommy brain of mine!
That planner looks amazing! My goal for 2012 is to work on being the best teacher I can be! I have third graders, and it is a challenge, but I just want to remember to not sweat the small stuff, and just make sure I give them all I can so that they can be successful and happy kiddos! Happy New Year to you!
Aubrey
I’m following you on Twitter! :) @markgirlbeth
Just posted on FB and tagged you! :) Hope I’m not too late! :)
Beth
My 2012 goal is for my mom and I to grow our business by setting attainable, specific goals and “making things happen.” :) You’ve been a HUGE inspiration to us Emily! :) And having a planner for each of us would be an AWESOME way to start our year off! Beth :)
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I am going to be more organized this year. I think your planner is really neat and it would help me a lot.
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following you on twitter and absolutely in love with your blog to brady. it’s on my “when i have a kid” list of things to do :) @CassieOlimb
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BAM! http://www.facebook.com/cassie.olimb/posts/201027323325610
following directions…something i’m not usually all that great out but here’s hoping!
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balance seems to be presenting itself in my goal making for the year. i want balance in my business life and personal life, in my spiritual walk and my self image, in my family and my friendships, as a person…
2012 is going to be a year of learning balance.
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