A year sounds like a lot of time, but in the past 636 days I've only managed to check 35 items off my list, and I still have 20 blank spaces on my list where I haven't even thought of a goal. I have a lot of work to do.
On the other hand, several of my goals are "in progress". Here's where we stand:
#6 - I think I'm about half done.
#8 is happening a little bit at a time.
#s 16, 42, 43, and 76 are also all happening a bit at a time. I might resort to NetFlix.
#17 is 79/101 done.
#50 is in progress- I have a tomato plant in a pot in my front yard. It's growing fast, but won't produce tomatos for a few more weeks.
#34 my Dad offered to teach me- he's pretty good at juggling.
Etc., etc.
I'm also re-starting the 365 Day Portrait Challenge today. I got about three days into it the first time, but now that I only have 365 days left, it's time to get serious.
Crunch time!
Thursday, July 10, 2008
Thursday, June 19, 2008
#23 Visit Four New States
Completed June 4, 2008
My friend Samantha asked me to come along with her when she moved out to Wyoming to live with her boyfriend. We roadtripped out, starting in Jersey, and going through Pennsylvania, Ohio, Indiana, Michigan by accident, Illinois, Iowa, Nebraska, and Wyoming, and I flew back from the Denver airport, so that was one more state. All together, I visited eight new states on this trip alone, as well has having visited California and Louisianna earlier for my first two.
My friend Samantha asked me to come along with her when she moved out to Wyoming to live with her boyfriend. We roadtripped out, starting in Jersey, and going through Pennsylvania, Ohio, Indiana, Michigan by accident, Illinois, Iowa, Nebraska, and Wyoming, and I flew back from the Denver airport, so that was one more state. All together, I visited eight new states on this trip alone, as well has having visited California and Louisianna earlier for my first two.
Saturday, May 17, 2008
#58 Graduate Cum Laude
Completed May 11, 2008
Cum laude means 'with honors'. My GPA was .01 away from doing this as of this semester, so it was in the back of my mind to bring my grades up just that little bit. I pulled it off- I graduated with exactly a 3.4
Cum laude means 'with honors'. My GPA was .01 away from doing this as of this semester, so it was in the back of my mind to bring my grades up just that little bit. I pulled it off- I graduated with exactly a 3.4
Tuesday, April 15, 2008
# 67 Refrain from Gossip for One Week
Completed April, 2008
At Bible study tonight, we were talking about sin and how it's constantly with us, partially because when we're told the rules, we immediately want to break them, but that that process is what makes us aware of the sin in the first place and allows us to make an effort not to give in to it. Our 'homework' for the week until next time is to not gossip, which Ray defined as saying anything about a person outside of their presence that you would not say to their face. Honestly, this could be really difficult- I know I'm going to slip up, but I'll do what I can. It's going to take a lot of awareness on my part. I would say the completion of this goal is a judgement call- since I can almost guarantee I won't succeed, I'll have to decide if I made an honest enough effort to give myself credit. I'll probably have to evaluate at Bible study next week- I'll let you know how it goes.
Update: It was tricky, but I think I gave it a good effort.
At Bible study tonight, we were talking about sin and how it's constantly with us, partially because when we're told the rules, we immediately want to break them, but that that process is what makes us aware of the sin in the first place and allows us to make an effort not to give in to it. Our 'homework' for the week until next time is to not gossip, which Ray defined as saying anything about a person outside of their presence that you would not say to their face. Honestly, this could be really difficult- I know I'm going to slip up, but I'll do what I can. It's going to take a lot of awareness on my part. I would say the completion of this goal is a judgement call- since I can almost guarantee I won't succeed, I'll have to decide if I made an honest enough effort to give myself credit. I'll probably have to evaluate at Bible study next week- I'll let you know how it goes.
Update: It was tricky, but I think I gave it a good effort.
Saturday, March 15, 2008
#47 Go on a Cruise
Completed March 8-15, 2008
I just got back from an amaaaazing cruise for spring break. Jessica, Sarah, and I left from Charleston, SC on Saturday, March 8. After 2 days at sea, we arrived in Georgetown, Grand Cayman. The three of us did a combination kayak and snorkel trip on Seven Mile Beach, apparently one of the nicest beaches in the Caribbean. Afterward we got lunch, drinks, and layed on the beach - it was really nice. The next day we arrived in Cozumel, Mexico. Sarah and I got a ferry to Playa del Carmen on the mainland, where we got to walk through the town to our bus, and took a 45 minute bus ride to the Mayan ruins at Tulum. They were gorgeous, but the beach they were on was incredible- best beach I've seen in my life. The water was perfect. Our third stop the next day was Key West, where Jessica's dad met us and drove us around the island and to a beach, then out for cocktails. We had one more day at sea and then it was back to Charleston. All in all, it was a really great experience, and I can't wait to go on another one.
I just got back from an amaaaazing cruise for spring break. Jessica, Sarah, and I left from Charleston, SC on Saturday, March 8. After 2 days at sea, we arrived in Georgetown, Grand Cayman. The three of us did a combination kayak and snorkel trip on Seven Mile Beach, apparently one of the nicest beaches in the Caribbean. Afterward we got lunch, drinks, and layed on the beach - it was really nice. The next day we arrived in Cozumel, Mexico. Sarah and I got a ferry to Playa del Carmen on the mainland, where we got to walk through the town to our bus, and took a 45 minute bus ride to the Mayan ruins at Tulum. They were gorgeous, but the beach they were on was incredible- best beach I've seen in my life. The water was perfect. Our third stop the next day was Key West, where Jessica's dad met us and drove us around the island and to a beach, then out for cocktails. We had one more day at sea and then it was back to Charleston. All in all, it was a really great experience, and I can't wait to go on another one.
#44 Donate Hair
Completed September, 2007
A little belated, but I did cut off almost 12" of hair to send to Locks of Love. They make wigs for children with allopecia (not cancer), free of charge. Here are my before and afters:
A little belated, but I did cut off almost 12" of hair to send to Locks of Love. They make wigs for children with allopecia (not cancer), free of charge. Here are my before and afters:
Tuesday, March 4, 2008
#55 Own a Bible
Completed March 4, 2008
I got Dave to take me Bible shopping because, well, there are about a million different Bibles and I knew he'd be able to help me pick out one that would be best for me. I ended up with The Journey, which is an NIV version that's kind of geared toward people who are just starting on the path towards becoming a Christian and exploring their faith.
We went to Bible study at Ray's house right afterward so I got to use it right away (we were talking about Luke 15 8-32 - I know that's not the right way to write it but I'm new to this). The conversation got pretty intense- I brought up two of the major points I've been wrestling with lately and Ray helped me think through them- I'm drained. It was almost disheartening to realize how much thinking and soul searching I need to do, but I suppose it's exhilarating at the same time. At least now I can start getting a grasp on the actual word of God and start answering some of my questions.
I got Dave to take me Bible shopping because, well, there are about a million different Bibles and I knew he'd be able to help me pick out one that would be best for me. I ended up with The Journey, which is an NIV version that's kind of geared toward people who are just starting on the path towards becoming a Christian and exploring their faith.
We went to Bible study at Ray's house right afterward so I got to use it right away (we were talking about Luke 15 8-32 - I know that's not the right way to write it but I'm new to this). The conversation got pretty intense- I brought up two of the major points I've been wrestling with lately and Ray helped me think through them- I'm drained. It was almost disheartening to realize how much thinking and soul searching I need to do, but I suppose it's exhilarating at the same time. At least now I can start getting a grasp on the actual word of God and start answering some of my questions.
Monday, February 4, 2008
#63 Try Every Tea in the Coffee Shop Where I Work
Completed May, 2008
I worked in the university's coffee shop in the library (8:15 @ Boatwright), which is basically a Starbucks but for some reason not technically licensed. We sell Tazo tea, just like Starbucks does. In an effort to be more health-conscious, I've been trying to drink less coffee/espresso beverages and more tea. On that note, I'm trying to branch out from China Green Tips, which I usually get. We have 12 different kinds, and I liked all of them except for Green Ginger. Zen is my new favorite, and Wild Sweet Orange is really good but it's decaf.
I worked in the university's coffee shop in the library (8:15 @ Boatwright), which is basically a Starbucks but for some reason not technically licensed. We sell Tazo tea, just like Starbucks does. In an effort to be more health-conscious, I've been trying to drink less coffee/espresso beverages and more tea. On that note, I'm trying to branch out from China Green Tips, which I usually get. We have 12 different kinds, and I liked all of them except for Green Ginger. Zen is my new favorite, and Wild Sweet Orange is really good but it's decaf.
#21 Visit Two New Countries
Completed July, 2007
After leaving Australia and before coming back to the US, I flew to New Zealand for 5 days- New Country #1.
This summer, after visiting Jim, Nicola, and Lynsey in England, Nic and Ash and I flew up from Scotland where we spent a few days roadtripping between Edinburgh, Aberdeen, and a whole bunch of stuff in between- New Country # 2.
Of course, now that I'm planning on moving to London in September 2008, I might have to make a new goal of several new countries to visit.
After leaving Australia and before coming back to the US, I flew to New Zealand for 5 days- New Country #1.
This summer, after visiting Jim, Nicola, and Lynsey in England, Nic and Ash and I flew up from Scotland where we spent a few days roadtripping between Edinburgh, Aberdeen, and a whole bunch of stuff in between- New Country # 2.
Of course, now that I'm planning on moving to London in September 2008, I might have to make a new goal of several new countries to visit.
#64 Make a 10-Item Mini-List of Recommended Goals
I saw this on someone else's blog- it's a small list of suggestions of goals, things that I had already done before I started this list and so I can't actually put on my own list, but which might inspire someone else. What I have so far is:
1. Become an organ donor.
-It's checked on my license, but I think I might have to actually register.
2. Have a conversation in a foreign language with a native speaker.
-I've done this in French, Japanese, and kind of in Spanish.
3. Learn to read music, then play an instrument.
-I sing, and I played violin for 6 years and piano for one.
4. Become CPR certified.
-My certification ran out, but I could probably remember the basics.
1. Become an organ donor.
-It's checked on my license, but I think I might have to actually register.
2. Have a conversation in a foreign language with a native speaker.
-I've done this in French, Japanese, and kind of in Spanish.
3. Learn to read music, then play an instrument.
-I sing, and I played violin for 6 years and piano for one.
4. Become CPR certified.
-My certification ran out, but I could probably remember the basics.
# 62 Grow a Bonsai Tree from Seed
In progress
Someone a while ago got me a kit to grow a bonsai tree including the pot, soil, seeds, manual, etc. but I've only just gotten around to planting it. The instructions were a bit vague and I've had the kit for a while, so I don't know if it'll work. If not, I'll try again- maybe I'll grow one in my 'flat' when I move to London!
Someone a while ago got me a kit to grow a bonsai tree including the pot, soil, seeds, manual, etc. but I've only just gotten around to planting it. The instructions were a bit vague and I've had the kit for a while, so I don't know if it'll work. If not, I'll try again- maybe I'll grow one in my 'flat' when I move to London!
Tuesday, January 29, 2008
# 45 - Get Someone Else to Participate in This Challenge
Completed Jan 24, 2008
A conversation about upcoming movies with my boss at the coffee shop turned to "The Bucket List", which turned to the 101 things in 1001 days challenge. I think Kristen liked the idea of the time limit to get her moving, so she started writing down some of the things she had in her head. She has 9 items or so in a notebook now, including 'fly on a plane' and 'ride a New York taxi cab'. Good luck, Kristen!
A conversation about upcoming movies with my boss at the coffee shop turned to "The Bucket List", which turned to the 101 things in 1001 days challenge. I think Kristen liked the idea of the time limit to get her moving, so she started writing down some of the things she had in her head. She has 9 items or so in a notebook now, including 'fly on a plane' and 'ride a New York taxi cab'. Good luck, Kristen!
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