It certainly doesn't feel like it here. It has been overcast, cool and a little gloomy. It's like Colorado is sad the year is half over.
Since I've been burning my sick time, I've had some time to ponder. I've seen a lot of my friends on Facebook posting about "30 before 30" recently. I like this idea.
Too often we get complacent with where we are. We forget about the things we once said we would do or the things we wanted to accomplish. Life happens. But the desire to push ourselves out of our comfort zone or the zeal to try and learn new things shouldn't fall by the wayside.
Eric reminded me of this a few weeks ago when we discussed a list we had made before we were married and how we hadn't accomplished much on that list. It was kind of sad to realize how far we were from those ideas/dreams/thoughts.
So I'm coming up with my own "30 before 30" list. I have a few ideas, but am definitely open to suggestions! These things must be accomplished before July 28, 2015. I'll write about the things I do and post it here. This will be my accountability. Feel free to heckle, cajole, cheer, encourage, embolden, inspire or any other adjective you feel appropriate.
A few ideas I have had.....
1. Climb a 14er. I know, I know, how have I not done this yet? One word? Fear.
2. Take a class of some kind to learn a new skill. I'm thinking either a language class or a crafty class.
3. Read 30 books that aren't fiction. Fiction is my go-to, always. Suggestions welcome!
4. Snail mail handwritten letters of encouragement each month. This is a lost art, no?
5. Make at least 1 new friend. I've been described as outgoing, but have noticed that I am more reticent of late.
6. Memorize 30 scripture verses. I used to do this a lot in college, but not so much lately.
7. Find my birth parents. I feel like this whole topic is a post or two of its own, but short answer: I have questions and it's time to be a grownup and not be afraid of what I find. Or don't find.
I'll post the final list once I have it. Again, I am open to suggestions!
Excited to keep posted on your progress on these.
ReplyDeletegrrr, google lost my comment. I think this idea is really fun! You are going to be one busy lady! Let's keep each other accountable on memorizing scripture! I'm doing better this year than at almost any other time but it is still easy to become complacent. I can share some fun ideas for how I'm doing it right now if you want. Could probably also suggest some books. I love to read. The letter idea is great. They are fun to send and way fun to receive! I even think a nice long newsy email is great. Kelly
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