I purchased a 2024 Hobonichi Techo and I’m Frankening it as a planner/journal. I’m absolutely loving it. I use the weekly for the planner part and the daily for the journaling❤
Your flexibility in having to change gears definitely shows you are a teacher. I’m use a self made planner-it’s what I like and can customize to my needs. I’ve done this for several years now. No cats here as husband is highly allergic but we do have two dogs. And my year has started off FABULOUSLY as my first grandchild has arrived!! Looking forward to your next video.
Hi, Cat! That mail situation must be maddening! I'm also using a "daily" planner this year. I had some undated, disc bound HP Mini sized pages in my stash and decided to just use up all of them for 2025. That allowed me to spend my $25 budget on some other items I wanted for the year. I prefer a weekly view, but I couldn't justify buying another planner with pages sitting there unused. I think I have enough to get me through the year. If I don't, I'll figure out what to do when I cross the out of pages bridge. I love cats, but do not have any at the moment. My sister's cats are my favorite kitties. They are Luna and Oliver. Thanks for the video. I hope you enjoy your new Techo and have a lovely day!
I started using the Hobonichi Planner (the one with the black cover) in 2024 and was surprised by how much I loved it! I didn't think I was an A6 or a daily planner user before using it! I'm the type of person to add 100 things on a to-do list; the small daily page is a good reality check for what's possible to do in a day. I got another for 2025! I use that vertical monthly as "a few words a day" tracker and it's been v. useful. There have been times when I was trying to remember appointments or "when did I last?" and it's much easier to skim that list than to flip through the whole book. And yes to kitties! I have a 16 year old tortie named Joplin. She's kind of a grumpy lady, but I love her lol
Hebrews chapter 11 is an excellent place to study Faith. I'm used to the pastor making references to that chapter or reading through it quickly. I decided to stop and take one person at a time and go back to their story. It was a lengthy study but worth the time. I don't know how you can use such a small planner. Maybe my elderly eyes require larger spaces these days!
So we adopted.. no... a stray cat adopted us almost a year ago. Her name is Mittens, she is black tuxedo with white paws. She is SO vocal and funny. We also have 3 dogs, and a desert tortoise. I do hope that your S.I. planner shows up - I started mine this weekend and I am loving it. I just have to make it a daily thing to do, although I have been fighting a cold. I need to up my washi tape game!
I'm new here... finding your videos so relaxing & calming to watch! I have a Hobonichi Cousin. I use those pages at the beginning as a "year at a glance" & write in important things that occurred. I might note dates, trips, birthday celebrations, when the car was serviced, etc.
Aww thank you so much! That is exactly how I want folks to feel when they are watching. Thanks for the great tips on using those pages. Thanks so much for being here😊
Love your attitude!! I got the Sterling Ink A5…smaller than I have used in the past. So, these ideas are super helpful!! My cat, Fiona, is super cuddly. She also alerted me to a serious health problem a few years ago that I didn’t notice. Tell Mr. Calm that story! 😂
So, my DH is always saying he doesn’t like cats and yet our last cat ended up being his precious. She adored him and he cuddled her and babied her… oh, yeah. From a guy who “hated” cats 🙄 I got a Leuchturm weekly planner since I am not busy enough for an hourly 😆
I didn't like cats until a stray showed up at our doorstep. She is the sweetest friendliest most lovable little animal. My dogs don't think so, though. They have their space she has hers. Mr. Calm might have a change of heart if a cute little kit happens to show up at your doorstep. 🤭
If you bring home a kitty... I'm sure Mr. Calm will eventually fall in love with him/her 🤭 I have a 5-yr-old, black-and-white rescue kitty called Una. She's the absolute sweetest ❤
Hi Cat, so sorry your Common Planner wasn’t able to be delivered but it’s nice to see how relaxed you were about finding an alternative! I have 2 cats, an distinguished elder statesman named Twinkie (16 years old) and a 5-year-old princess named Axle (because I find her hiding in the undercarriage of my vanpool van when she was about 5 weeks old). Mr. Calm, you will love a cat once they snuggle in with you!
Hi Cat, sorry your planner plans had changed, but your new one looks fantastic. I have a ginger hair orange tabby male named Morris. He is such a momma's boy, loves his momma. Hopefully Mr. Calm will open to the idea to have a cat 🐈 😻 ❤
As teachers, I think "rolling with it" is just in our blood. I love that you are using an A6 hobonichi, as I have one on the way, so I'm getting ideas from you. I didn't see the cover in your Amazon store, though, and I'd love to check it out. Als,o where did you get those cute stickers from? I also use stickers to cover my mistakes! Thanks for another great video.
Another great video. I'm currently in the hobonichi weeks but even though I used it last year this year it just doesn't feel quite right. I got a good deal on an A6 hobonichi in an FB group so am going to give it a try if it ever gets here. Our mail is delayed because of the snow and ice since no one in Texas knows how to deal with that. It shows it might arrive today so I'll just try to be patient.
Oh no! I will make sure it’s in there tomorrow, my apologies! I get the bill of my stickers from Planner Kate. She has some of the best stickers around imho😊
Hi Cat!😊 I’m so sorry your planner hasn’t arrived! I hope you’ll still be able to get it, even if it isn’t as soon as you had hoped! As a teenager, I was very uptight, stressed about everything, took everything way (emphasis on way) too seriously. Like I just felt and thought that everything was serious and important. And honestly, to talk about it now, I don’t even know why I was like that😂 Thankfully God did a lot of growing and changing in my heart and I am beyond chill, go with the flow and I am so grateful! Life is more fun this way as opposed to the way I was😅 I used an a6 notebook last year for my journal and I loved the size so much I asked for an a6 stalogy for Christmas to use this year for dailies and I am loving it so much! I also got an a6 carpe diem cover for it too!😆 The size is just so cute! I hope this unexpected change holds some pleasant surprises for you, at the very least maybe it’s a fun little adventure! And I hope your sterling ink planner still arrives too! And hopefully 2025 will be kind to us all!🥰 Thank you so much Cat and I hope you’re enjoying your week!❤❤❤
Yea! We’ll be cover twinning! 😅 I am pleasingly surprised at how much I love the A6 size! It’s perfect for on the go, and large enough to accommodate my larger printing. God is amazing and I’m so happy He did a change within you. You are amazing😊❤️
How frustrating your Sterling Inc didn’t arrive but love how you’ve not stressed and just moved on. I’m using a Wonderland B6 notebook and love the size. Is A6 smaller or bigger than that? I’m taking a leaf out of your book and using up my stickers. I haven’t got a lot because I’m new to journaling but I’ve been keeping them and not using them so I’ve started sticking! I love cats too we always had cats when I was little but my son is allergic so that’s a no go. I watch them on you tube too when I need cheering up, they’re soo cute 💕
I understand. It does come in other sizes: A5, B5, Weeks and A6 I believe. You may want to try Sterling Ink Common Planner. It is very similar but with a more streamline design. Hope this helps😊
I purchased a 2024 Hobonichi Techo and I’m Frankening it as a planner/journal. I’m absolutely loving it. I use the weekly for the planner part and the daily for the journaling❤
That's awesome! I love the idea of using it as a planner and a journal 😊
Your flexibility in having to change gears definitely shows you are a teacher. I’m use a self made planner-it’s what I like and can customize to my needs. I’ve done this for several years now. No cats here as husband is highly allergic but we do have two dogs. And my year has started off FABULOUSLY as my first grandchild has arrived!! Looking forward to your next video.
I love dogs too! And grandchild!!! Yay! Congrats my friend. So exciting. I bet they are a bundle of cuteness😊
Hi, Cat! That mail situation must be maddening! I'm also using a "daily" planner this year. I had some undated, disc bound HP Mini sized pages in my stash and decided to just use up all of them for 2025. That allowed me to spend my $25 budget on some other items I wanted for the year. I prefer a weekly view, but I couldn't justify buying another planner with pages sitting there unused. I think I have enough to get me through the year. If I don't, I'll figure out what to do when I cross the out of pages bridge. I love cats, but do not have any at the moment. My sister's cats are my favorite kitties. They are Luna and Oliver. Thanks for the video. I hope you enjoy your new Techo and have a lovely day!
You are so inventive! I love how you use what you have and make it work for you. Have a great weekend!😊
I started using the Hobonichi Planner (the one with the black cover) in 2024 and was surprised by how much I loved it! I didn't think I was an A6 or a daily planner user before using it! I'm the type of person to add 100 things on a to-do list; the small daily page is a good reality check for what's possible to do in a day. I got another for 2025!
I use that vertical monthly as "a few words a day" tracker and it's been v. useful. There have been times when I was trying to remember appointments or "when did I last?" and it's much easier to skim that list than to flip through the whole book.
And yes to kitties! I have a 16 year old tortie named Joplin. She's kind of a grumpy lady, but I love her lol
It sounds like you've found a planner that really works for you! I love Joplin! 😊
Hebrews chapter 11 is an excellent place to study Faith. I'm used to the pastor making references to that chapter or reading through it quickly. I decided to stop and take one person at a time and go back to their story. It was a lengthy study but worth the time. I don't know how you can use such a small planner. Maybe my elderly eyes require larger spaces these days!
Haha! I’m use to reading smaller print. My problem is seeing things from afar. I blame my old eyes on that too😂😂😊
So we adopted.. no... a stray cat adopted us almost a year ago. Her name is Mittens, she is black tuxedo with white paws. She is SO vocal and funny. We also have 3 dogs, and a desert tortoise.
I do hope that your S.I. planner shows up - I started mine this weekend and I am loving it. I just have to make it a daily thing to do, although I have been fighting a cold. I need to up my washi tape game!
Hope that cold takes a hike! Tuxedo cats are some of my fav. And Mittens?! Such a cute name. Glad you’re enjoying your SI planner. I love the 😊
Your attitude is so calming. I would be angry if my planner didn’t come as expected
God has done so much to calm me down going the years. Can’t afford to sweat the small stuff anymore😊
I’m over it. I’m about to simplify my life. I have that Carpe Diem cover for my A6 Aura Estelle Catchall It’s my wellness planner. Nice setup❤
I'm new here... finding your videos so relaxing & calming to watch! I have a Hobonichi Cousin. I use those pages at the beginning as a "year at a glance" & write in important things that occurred. I might note dates, trips, birthday celebrations, when the car was serviced, etc.
Aww thank you so much! That is exactly how I want folks to feel when they are watching. Thanks for the great tips on using those pages. Thanks so much for being here😊
Love this a6 ❤
Yay! Me too😊
Love your attitude!! I got the Sterling Ink A5…smaller than I have used in the past. So, these ideas are super helpful!!
My cat, Fiona, is super cuddly. She also alerted me to a serious health problem a few years ago that I didn’t notice. Tell Mr. Calm that story! 😂
Thanks! Fiona is a super-hero cat! I will definitely tell Mr Calm that story😊
So, my DH is always saying he doesn’t like cats and yet our last cat ended up being his precious. She adored him and he cuddled her and babied her… oh, yeah. From a guy who “hated” cats 🙄
I got a Leuchturm weekly planner since I am not busy enough for an hourly 😆
Aww…such a cute story🥰 Your DH is an ol’ softie! Gotta love a Leuchturm. They make great, practical and simple style planners😊
@ yeah he is… just don’t tell him I said so 😉
I’m using an A6 wonderland 222 for 2025! Love love love the size! Tiny but mighty! Mr. Calm needs to get with the kitty program!!
Lol! You know!😊
Oh friend, I'm sad you had to change it up but glad that it was an easy pivot! Hope your year is filled with blessings!
Thanks, Sweet Friend. Turning over a new leaf this year and finding ways to live a calmer life😊
So proud of you for rolling with the planner change ....you're an encouragement to us ❤
Aww…thanks, Sweet Friend!😊
I didn't like cats until a stray showed up at our doorstep. She is the sweetest friendliest most lovable little animal. My dogs don't think so, though. They have their space she has hers. Mr. Calm might have a change of heart if a cute little kit happens to show up at your doorstep. 🤭
I like the way you think my friend🤭😊
The cat distribution system never fails!
If you bring home a kitty... I'm sure Mr. Calm will eventually fall in love with him/her 🤭 I have a 5-yr-old, black-and-white rescue kitty called Una. She's the absolute sweetest ❤
I’m thinking I’m going to have to pull the plug and surprise him, lol! I love that Ina is a rescue cat😊
Hi Cat, so sorry your Common Planner wasn’t able to be delivered but it’s nice to see how relaxed you were about finding an alternative! I have 2 cats, an distinguished elder statesman named Twinkie (16 years old) and a 5-year-old princess named Axle (because I find her hiding in the undercarriage of my vanpool van when she was about 5 weeks old). Mr. Calm, you will love a cat once they snuggle in with you!
Twinkie and Axle sound like a wonderful duo! I will make sure Mr. Calm sees this comment😉😊
❤ your set-up and how you pivoted to the Hobo A6.Also that prayer board is 🔥! BTW, I have that Carpe Diem cover, also - it's economical and versatile!
Thanks so much! I love Carpe Diem covers! So happy I found it on Amazon😊
I love cats too I have both a dog and a cat. His name is Charlie and he is the kindest kitty you will ever meet
Aww…that’s so sweet! Glad you enjoy your furbabies 😊
Hi Cat, sorry your planner plans had changed, but your new one looks fantastic. I have a ginger hair orange tabby male named Morris. He is such a momma's boy, loves his momma. Hopefully Mr. Calm will open to the idea to have a cat 🐈 😻 ❤
I looooove orange kitties. Morris is a cute name. I’m hoping Mr. Calm will come around too! 😄
As teachers, I think "rolling with it" is just in our blood. I love that you are using an A6 hobonichi, as I have one on the way, so I'm getting ideas from you. I didn't see the cover in your Amazon store, though, and I'd love to check it out. Als,o where did you get those cute stickers from? I also use stickers to cover my mistakes! Thanks for another great video.
Another great video. I'm currently in the hobonichi weeks but even though I used it last year this year it just doesn't feel quite right. I got a good deal on an A6 hobonichi in an FB group so am going to give it a try if it ever gets here. Our mail is delayed because of the snow and ice since no one in Texas knows how to deal with that. It shows it might arrive today so I'll just try to be patient.
Oh no! I will make sure it’s in there tomorrow, my apologies! I get the bill of my stickers from Planner Kate. She has some of the best stickers around imho😊
My mom and I love cats!
Nice! They make the sweetest companions😊
I have a cat named Luna. We love her.
Aww… Love that name😊
I think this size is a nice size for an EDC planner. Not too big and not to small
I think so too! I’m excited to give it a whirl😊
Hi Cat!😊 I’m so sorry your planner hasn’t arrived! I hope you’ll still be able to get it, even if it isn’t as soon as you had hoped! As a teenager, I was very uptight, stressed about everything, took everything way (emphasis on way) too seriously. Like I just felt and thought that everything was serious and important. And honestly, to talk about it now, I don’t even know why I was like that😂 Thankfully God did a lot of growing and changing in my heart and I am beyond chill, go with the flow and I am so grateful! Life is more fun this way as opposed to the way I was😅 I used an a6 notebook last year for my journal and I loved the size so much I asked for an a6 stalogy for Christmas to use this year for dailies and I am loving it so much! I also got an a6 carpe diem cover for it too!😆 The size is just so cute! I hope this unexpected change holds some pleasant surprises for you, at the very least maybe it’s a fun little adventure! And I hope your sterling ink planner still arrives too! And hopefully 2025 will be kind to us all!🥰 Thank you so much Cat and I hope you’re enjoying your week!❤❤❤
Yea! We’ll be cover twinning! 😅 I am pleasingly surprised at how much I love the A6 size! It’s perfect for on the go, and large enough to accommodate my larger printing. God is amazing and I’m so happy He did a change within you. You are amazing😊❤️
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How frustrating your Sterling Inc didn’t arrive but love how you’ve not stressed and just moved on. I’m using a Wonderland B6 notebook and love the size. Is A6 smaller or bigger than that? I’m taking a leaf out of your book and using up my stickers. I haven’t got a lot because I’m new to journaling but I’ve been keeping them and not using them so I’ve started sticking! I love cats too we always had cats when I was little but my son is allergic so that’s a no go. I watch them on you tube too when I need cheering up, they’re soo cute 💕
Me too! I don’t know why, but watching cats do silly things always puts me in a great mood!😊
I keep thinking about trying the Hobonichi style planner, not sure about the size and binding though
I understand. It does come in other sizes: A5, B5, Weeks and A6 I believe. You may want to try Sterling Ink Common Planner. It is very similar but with a more streamline design. Hope this helps😊
I have 2 dogs, a cat, and a bird. No change to my lineup yet.
Nice! I’ve always wanted multiple pets and I always enjoy when you share your furbabies in your videos😊
Hello can you tell who designed the planner cover (brand name & style name)
Hi there! It’s by the brand Carpe Diem. You can find it on Amazon. There will be a link in my store soon😊