I never heard of a bucket list until the movie of the same name came out in 2007 starring Morgan Freeman and Jack Nicholson. Maybe I hadn’t reached that time of life when it had debuted. I guess, now I have. My bucket list isn’t long but I can see it growing.
Bucket Lists are opportunities to focus yourself on a challenge that hopefully you’ll grow from. Entries could be traveling to different countries, attempting something challenging, conquering a fear or simply seeing someone again who you have lost touch with years ago.
One of my items on my list was to run a 5K before I turned 50. I am not a runner by any stretch of the imagination but for some reason, I thought this was a good idea. I downloaded an app before any apprehension appeared onto my smartphone and quickly got to work. After 2 years of injuries (I’ll spare you the details, just know that I am a klutz) I ran my first marathon months before turning 50. The sense of achievement was overwhelming. I felt strong and that I could conquer anything i put my mind to. I have since checked off other items and than added a few more, one of which is going parasailing this summer. Thankfully my youngest daughter is game to experience this with me.
What’s on your bucket list? If your bucket list isn’t long, does that mean you took up your challenges or that you are satisfied with what you have done in life? Either way, have your list be organic so when something new sounds fun, interesting or challenging, add it and see where it takes you. Let me know what you have checked off on your bucket list. Leave it to Laynie
