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Annual Reports

Each December (or so) I write up a report about how the past year has gone and what next year will be like.

2021 In Review

It’s the tenth annual review here at Byrdseed!

2020’s Year in Review

I went back and forth about whether I’d write an annual review for 2020 (I’ve written these since 2011), but I’m sure that I’ll want to look back and read 2020’s review someday, so here we go! Travel I used to include a section about the states I had visited and all of the events […]

2019 Year In Review

It’s that time of year when I look back and look forward. I’ve been writing these since 2011 and it’s always rewarding to look back at what I was thinking in the past and how it’s changed over the years. What Stuck (and What Didn’t) As I reviewed the past, here’s what I stuck with: […]

2018 Annual Review

The Byrdseed annual report for 2018 (plus a look at what 2019 might hold)!

2017 Report

Here is the (slightly delayed) 2017 Byrdseed report!

A Look Back At 2016

Here’s what happened in 2016 and what I’m planning for next year!

Looking Back at 2015

Top articles, videos, and a few takeaways from Byrdseed’s 2015.

2015 Annual Goals Revisited

A checkup on the 2015 Annual Goals I posted last month. Successes, semi-successes, and full on failures so far!

How I Set My Annual Goals

It’s so easy to let a new year get away from you. By February, I’m already settled back into old habits and ruts. I want to fight this! I take an evening and set up some bold but attainable goals, thinking purposefully about the upcoming year.

2014 In Review

One of my favorite parts of running Byrdseed is looking back at the end of each year and cataloging my travels, writing, and video making.

Looking Back on 2012

A look back at Byrdseed’s five most popular articles of 2012.

2012 Annual Report

Byrdseed.com is now in its fourth year. This site began simply as a way for me to remember lesson ideas and explore my thoughts. Its continued growth surprises me every month, but what truly excites me is the hunger that this growth represents. People are actively searching for ideas and inspiration to reach our gifted learners. Here are my plans to help meet that need.

Best Of 2011

A quick look back at some popular articles and important personal moments. Plus, my wish for 2012!