Oh boy, my September monthly recap may be the wildest one yet! Literally. No, not in terms of goals and milestones but in terms of memories and well… elephants!
Welcome to my not-so-secret diary! A monthly series where I spill the tea about the life behind the screen.
If you’re curious about last month i.e. the crazy rollercoaster, check out August’s Vault here.
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September Monthly Recap
The Highlights
Where do I start? September was jam-packed with awesome memories and unforgettable highlights.
1. Birthdays Galore
- September is the month of birthdays in my family – my mom, husband, father-in-law, brother-in-law, and then there is a whole list of extended family in between.
- My mother’s birthday fell on the same day as my niece’s school concert – a busy day indeed.
- We had an amazing 30th birthday braai bash for my brother-in-law!
- But as some of you might know by now, my husband and I are 15000 km apart so it’s not always the most cheerful celebration, unfortunately.
2. The Elephant Incident
- I am South African and would live in a game reserve if given the slightest chance!
- My parents and I went to Pilanesberg Game Reserve, as we often do, and I experienced a once-in-a-lifetime event… An elephant spewed me with muddy water… in the wild… It’s crazy!
- I’ve been going to nature reserves for 22+ years and never have I heard anything like it; yet there I was my leg soaked with muddy water!
- As a side note for my international friends: If you ever decide to visit South Africa for a safari please don’t underestimate elephants. They are dangerous. Always keep a safe distance and remain in your vehicle ♥.
- Do you want the full story? I’m contemplating creating a new social media account dedicated to safaris and South Africa. Let me know if you’d be interested in something like that.
3. Mall Adventure
My mom, sister, and I went on a day trip to a mall in a city nearby. We had Starbucks, window shopped, and ate at Parrots. Peek me sipping on my mocktail cosmopolitan below *lol*.
4. The Social Media Revival
- I am finally (after months) reviving my social media accounts. However, this time I am trying something *new*. I am sticking to original content with my actual voice. I was terrified to put my voice out there but I did it!
- Go check it out if you’re curious about my accent! I’d appreciate all of your support ♥.
The September Goal Recap
My stats are not exactly skyrocketing as I hoped they would, unfortunately. However, I’m not fazed by it that much. For a single reason:
I achieved my primary focus for September: obtain a work-life balance and recenter myself.
I also reached a lot of personal goals. So all-in-all September was great, even with my stats plateauing.
Regardless, I’m still going to share my goal vs the result:
The Goals For October
I might be content with my progress but I’m still up for a challenge to reach new goals! So here they are:
- 700k Pinterest views
- 9000 Pinterest outbound clicks
- 22k Blog views
- 15k Blog sessions
- 400 Email subs
- 480 Instagram followers
- 100 TikTok followers
- 13 Etsy sales
- Launching >10 Etsy products
- Get up earlier – I am the worst at mornings *lol*
- Journal more often
And as a fun side quest: try to launch “Safari with Steph”
September’s Posts
Dive into September’s vault and look back at these posts:
- August Monthly Recap: Etsy Shop, Dog Walks, And New Goals
- 34 Stunning Fall Home Decor Must Haves For 2024
- Dopamine Menu Template: A Complete Guide To Your Dopamenu
- 12 Deep Sunday Journal Prompts: Reflect, Reset, And Recenter
- 27 Things I Learned In My 20s | Powerful Life Lessons
- 11 Cheap Fall Date Night Ideas At Home With Unique Twists
Etsy Listings You Might Like
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Conclusion
I am super excited for October after having an incredibly memorable September ♥. Sometimes it’s not always about hitting the goals but about the process and memories you make along the way.
That’s it for my September monthly recap and my not-so-secret diary entry! Don’t forget to become part of the family for weekly coffee dates, the password to my resource library, and a 15% discount on all my Etsy products as a thank you for subscribing!
Have a great day wherever you are in the world!
Love, Steph ♥
