They count in the month they are started. If you scroll to the bottom on
the page under All Selling on your MyEbay page, you will see a tally of
the number you have used and the number you have left in each style of
listing.
based on the feedback you have been leaving since day 1, it does not
appear as though your level of satisfaction has decreased very recently.
probably, buying local and in person would be better for your needs.