Okay, so I wanted to get a jump start on 2024 planning, and I stumbled upon this “cardinal calendar” thing. I’m a sucker for pretty stationery, and the pictures of these calendars were gorgeous, so I decided to give it a shot. Here’s how the whole process went down.
Finding the Right One
First, I needed to, you know, actually find one. Started with a quick search, browsed through a few different sites that sell them, and looked at different styles. There are a surprising number of variations! I wanted one that was practical but also, you know, looked good.
Making My Choice
After comparing a few, I picked one that had nice big boxes for each day – gotta have room to write all my stuff. It also had a little section for notes on the side, which is perfect for jotting down random to-dos or reminders. The cover had a really vibrant cardinal on it – super eye-catching.
Ordering and Waiting (Im)patiently
Ordered it online, clicked the “buy” button, and then… the waiting began. I’m not the most patient person, so I kept checking the tracking info. It felt like forever, but it finally shipped!
Unboxing!
When the package arrived, I ripped it open like a kid on Christmas morning. The calendar was even prettier in person! The paper felt thick and good quality, and the colors were really vibrant. Success!
Setting It Up
I cleared a space on my desk – prime real estate, right next to my monitor. I flipped through the months, admiring the different cardinal pictures for each one. It felt good to have a fresh, clean calendar ready to go.
Putting It to Use
The best part, start filling in all my dates! I started by transferring over important birthdays, anniversaries, and appointments from my old calendar and my phone. I’ve also started using the notes section for a running grocery list.
- Pros: Looks great, feels sturdy, plenty of writing space.
- Cons: Honestly, can’t think of any yet! It’s doing its job perfectly.
Overall, I’m really happy with my new cardinal calendar. It’s a small thing, but it makes me feel a little more organized and ready to tackle the new year. And, let’s be real, it looks way better than just using my phone’s calendar all the time. I just hope that 2024 goes smooth!