Let’s Set March 2026 Goals!

My writer productivity skyrockets when I set monthly writer goals, and it’s time to share my March 2026 goals. At the beginning of each week I break them down into daily tasks that fit my current schedule. Do you know how great it is to finish projects? Of course you do! For me, setting monthly goals makes it all possible.

Every month I share how I did the previous month as well as what my new goals are. Let’s get to it!

HOW DID I DO? JILL’S FEBRUARY 2026 GOALS

WRITING:

• Revise/submit Wyoming Inheritance book 4. CHECK!
• Plot/draft the synopsis and first 3 chapters of Wyoming Inheritance book 5. CHECK!
• Write 7500 words on a different project. NO CHECK.
• Promote my February release, A K-9 To Reunite Them. CHECK!

HEALTH:

• Add more fresh produce to my lower carb/high protein eating plan. KIND OF CHECK
• Exercise for 20-45 minutes every weekday morning. CHECK!
• Mini-workouts at least 5 evenings a week–a 10 minute walk, or 15 minutes on the stationary bike, mobility exercises, etc. CHECK!

PERSONAL:

• Do a jigsaw puzzle. CHECK!
• Play around with watercolors. NO CHECK.
• One page in art journal per week. CHECK!
• Spend a weekend with my daughter! CHECK!

I had a rough February, but I met a lot of my goals, and for that I’m thankful. The “different project” in my writing goals didn’t happen at all. Not one word. I’m okay with that. I’ll fit it in some other time. The fresh produce is still a struggle. I think some of it is due to the time of year. The produce just doesn’t look good to me. I’m still meeting my exercise goals–consistency is so important. The weekend with my daughter was fabulous! We got fun coffee drinks, visited an aquarium and got to hang out with her boyfriend. A win all around!

JILL’S MARCH 2026 GOALS

WRITING:

• Write 50k words of an upcoming Love Inspired novel
• Continue promoting A K-9 To Reunite Them
• Prep for book signing (see below if you’ll be in the Orlando area March 17th!)
• Prep workshops I’ll be teaching at a writers retreat

HEALTH:

• Continue doing what I’m doing. The lower carb/higher protein meal plan works for me.
• Exercise for 20-45 minutes every weekday morning
• Mini-workouts at least 5 evenings a week–a 10 minute walk, or 15 minutes on the stationary bike, mobility exercises, etc.

PERSONAL:

• Do a jigsaw puzzle
• Fill out a bracket for March Madness
• Enjoy sunny Orlando and the retreat!

Winter is getting to me. Every day is cold and gray. I might bring out my Happy Light soon. I clearly need it.

What goals do you have for March? I’d love to hear them!

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Book Event in Orlando!! Sign Up Below!!

MULTI-AUTHOR BOOK SIGNING!!

Join us on Tuesday, March 17th at 6 PM for a discussion and book signing with Katy Lee, Dani Pettrey, Rachel Hauck, Connie Mann, Laura Conaway, Kelly Underwood, and Jill Kemerer!

We’re talking about books with service dogs, and you’ll have the opportunity to meet service K-9s! My new book, A K-9 TO REUNITE THEM, will be available. I’m super excited about this event!

Here are the details:

The ticket to reserve your spot is free, but Barnes & Noble does require each attendee to purchase a book the day of the event.

WHERE

Barnes & Noble – Colonial Plaza

2418 E Colonial Dr

Orlando, FL  32803

WHEN

Tuesday, March 17, 2026 6 PM

From Barnes & Noble Colonial:

This will be a wristbanded event. To receive your wristband you MUST PURCHASE a book by one of our featured authors on the day of the event at Barnes & Noble Colonial. This purchase will grant you ONE WRISTBAND that allows you entry to the event with Katy Lee, Dani Pettrey, Rachel Hauck, Connie Mann, Laura Conaway, Kelly Underwood, and Jill Kemerer!

Purchases and wristbands will be available for pick-up starting at 10 AM on Tuesday, March 17th.

*In addition to the PURCHASED book, guests may bring two additional books from home to be signed.*

We will begin lining up at 5 PM on the day of the event.

To Reserve Your Spot:

Click on the link below. A form will come up. At the right, there’s a section marked Tickets. Select “Add” next to Seated and “Proceed to Checkout.”

Fill in your contact information, review the Purchasing Agreement and if you would like to attend (and agree to purchase a book at the event), select the “I Agree…” button. 

Then select “Complete the Order,” and your ticket(s) will be emailed to you! That’s it! You don’t have to purchase or pre-order anything in advance.

Select this LINK TO RESERVE YOUR SPOT AT BOOKS. LOVE. DOGS.

Hope to see you there!