Welcome!
I'm Dia Meraz
Hello, and welcome to my corner of the web! I’m a wife, a mother to both human and fur babies, and a self-confessed stationery addict—my heart beats in analog. My love for planners began as a child when I first spotted (and longed for) a clear ring planner at Barnes & Noble. I’m thrilled to share my passion with you!
About the GIrl
How it All Started
I’m Dia, and welcome to my blog all about planners and productivity! I’m a planner enthusiast who loves staying organized and productive in every area of life. I truly believe that taking the time to plan and organize can reduce stress and help you accomplish more of your goals.
My love for planners began at a young age—I still remember longing for that clear ring binder planner from Barnes & Noble (though I never got it). While I’ve always been naturally organized, my true planning journey started when I bought my first Franklin Covey. From that moment, I became obsessed with finding the best ways to keep my family on track. And while I do use digital planning tools, nothing compares to the feeling of pen on paper!
Raising six children with busy schedules while running a full-time photography business was no small feat. But having everything written down and safely stored in my planners made all the difference—it was my lifeline and helped ease so much of my anxiety.
My planning methods are always evolving and changing—and that’s completely normal. As life changes, your planning methods may need to change, too. What worked for you before might not work now, and that’s okay. The key is to experiment and find what works best for you. Exploring different planning methods can be both fun and exciting!
In addition to my love of planning, I’m passionate about self-development. Over the years, I’ve discovered strategies that have helped me grow into a better version of myself, and I believe that personal growth is essential for living a fulfilling life. I’m excited to share my insights with you!
Outside of planning and self-development, I love sharing my life and the things that bring me joy. You’ll find posts about my favorite hobbies, books, TV shows, and even updates on my personal life.
Thank you for joining me on this journey toward a more organized, productive, and fulfilling life. Let’s get planning!
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Get to Know Me
- Fun Fact #1: My favorite time of day is the morning. I wake up at 5:00 am every day, even on weekends! I love the quiet, watching the sunrise, and knowing I’ve accomplished more before most people have even woken up, lol.
- Fun Fact #2: If I could watch only one show for the rest of my life, it would definitely be The Big Bang Theory.
- Fun Fact #3: I’m a huge introvert, but I love sharing bits of my life and connecting with others through YouTube, Instagram, and my blog.
- Fun Fact #4: We’re technically empty nesters—but two of our kids moved back in to save for houses, so the nest isn’t quite as empty as it used to be!
- Fun Fact #5: I’m passionate about ultra running and love challenging myself with long-distance trail races. Training for these races requires hours of dedication, but staying organized allows me to balance it all. Whether it’s scheduling early-morning runs, meal prepping, or planning rest days, my trusty planners make it possible to pursue my running goals without sacrificing other parts of my life.
Planning is as natural to the process of success, as it's absence is to the process of failure.
– Robin Sieger