Handmade 2016 Planner

I am just about finished with all the Christmas shopping (2 items left) and my eyes turn toward 2016. I do not believe in New Year's Resolutions but I have set some goals for myself. My goals involve my health, crafting, my Etsy business, etc. As I thought about 2016 I wanted to make myself a planner that was inexpensive and created for my needs.

 Let's face it - I am retired and I am no social butterfly. I do not have a busy schedule and I like it that way.However, my memory is just not what it used to be so I write EVERYTHING down. I chose to buy a little Avery notebook (about 9" tall and 7" wide) and also bought dividers and protective sheets.

 I used some paper and stickers and decorated it to my taste. It does not look business like - it is something I created.

My dashboard has some post-it notes, pens, paper clips, and a small ruler.

 The back contains small tabs, ruled cards, a small notebook, and a piece of cardboard which is the template for the notebook.

 I made copies of a small calendar and put everything in the planner in protective sheets.

 I divided the planner into sections like Things To Do, Medications, Contacts, and needed information ( like what size is the air conditioner filter, etc.)

 I made copies of a shopping list and put a lot of them in this area.

I also have a section for grocery coupons and store coupons. I did not show the sections for crafting, gift ideas, Etsy, etc. I included lots of extra paper in each section and also put in a lot of paperclips. I know when I begin using it I will need to make changes as needed. I plan on taking this little book everywhere I go. What kind of information do you like to include in a planner? Let me know what you think I should include. I hope you are enjoying the holiday season!