So, I know that it's a little cliche or whatever, but I decided to make a list of things I want to do before I turn 30. That gives me 2 1/2 years to complete the list, which I am definitely going to need for some of these items. :) The reason I thought about doing a 30 before 30 list is because there are things that I keep saying I want to do, but I never do them, so I'm giving myself a deadline. And also, I was just starting to feel like I haven't done a lot lately.
I tried to pick a wide variety of items that would improve me spiritually, physically, and mentally, and that would hopefully teach me something. There are also a few things that will hopefully help me get closer to my family.
So here's the list:
Learn to ride a motorcycle
I've wanted to do this for a while, but I'm kind of a scaredy cat. I'm thinking that maybe I can convince my brother to take the class with me.
Finish writing a book
I'm great at starting them, not so great at finishing them.
Go back to England
When I turn 30 it will have been 10 years since I went. This is the next trip I'm going to save up for.
Learn to do my own make-up/hair
To be honest, I just fake it and hope it doesn't look horrible.
See the Northern Lights
Apparently there's a place in Colorado where you can see them in January.
Learn to oil paint
Sis is gonna help with this. :)
Have my first kiss
Yes, I realize how lame it is to be 27 and never been kissed. And I also realize that this is dependent on another person.
Catch fireflies
I have never seen fireflies. We don't have them in Utah. I may have to go visit a friend somewhere.
Have professional pictures taken
Other than school photos, I have never had this done.
Enter something in a contest
Don't know what at this moment, or what contest, but something.
Buy something from Tiffany
They have a whole section of things for under $250. And since I don't think anyone will ever buy me something from Tiffany, I'm gonna give the blue box to myself.
OH YEAH! This is gonna be freaking awesome. Sis already said that she would do it with me and maybe we can have Kid K (who was once Baby E) help with it.
When I was unemployed, I bought all the stuff to make a chocolate soufflé, but then I chickened out because it seemed too involved.
Surprise, family!
I have three more years before my GRE scores become invalid and I have to take it again.
A lot of lists say something about getting a tattoos. I don't want anything permanent, but henna is beautiful.
Buy an awesome costume for comic con
The last (and only, I think) ballet I saw was The Nutcracker when I was pretty young. I don't think I appreciated it.
My bro just moved into his house and it has some trees that look very climbable.
Get a bull's eye
I've gotten an interest in archery lately, so this will make me go more often.
Finish David Copperfield
I started this 3? years ago. It's time to finish it.
I like getting letters. I may adopt a soldier or something.
Have my dad teach me to turn
My grandpa taught Sis and Bro how to turn wooden bowls on a lathe. I never really wanted to because tools scare me, which I think is the reason why I should.
Attend the temple once a month
I should really be better about this, so I'm giving myself a goal.
Go to my 10 year high school reunion
Next year, guys. It's gonna be weird. Also, I didn't even get invited to my 5 year, so we'll see what happens this time around.
This is contingent on finding a different, more stable job. But it's always been part of what I called my "alternate life plan" (which is starting to become just my life plan), which was to first have my own home by the time I was 30. We'll see what happens.
So, there it is! I'm going to print it out and put it somewhere where I can see it everyday to motivate me to do it. I'll keep you updated.
