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Bucket Lists - What’s On Yours?

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With the lockdown/shutdown I’ve had more time to think about what I haven’t done yet and also to wonder if some of these things will ever happen, given the state of the world. I think my bucket list is fairly short, and maybe even a bit superficial. But I’ve also lived a while (Gen-X), so I’ve checked off most career and personal goals. I’ve traveled quite a bit internationally, but would still like to see parts of the U.S. Anyway, I thought it might be fun to see other PSers’ lists. Also, if you care to share, what age group you are in and what country you’re from/living in now. Here’s mine:

Visit Kauai and the Big Island of Hawaii, New Orleans, and Charleston

Go to one of the big antique jewelry shows

See Diana Ross in concert, and also Smokey Robinson and Neil Sedaka

So, what’s on your bucket list? :think: :D
 
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I don't have a bucket list per se. When I was young I was so focused on achieving goals. Doing the best in everything I could and always being a high achiever. A perfectionist. It's exhausting. So in my wiser older years I have relaxed those super high standards and let myself enjoy imperfection if you will. And it's been freeing.

So yeah I don't have a bucket list. I still enjoy looking forward and achieving goals but with a focus on the here and now while living in the moment. Appreciating each moment and taking life one day at a time and when things become overwhelming one hour at a time.

If you equate bucket lists to goals then my main goal is to grow old with my dh. For us to remain happy and healthy. He makes every day a better day and he makes me want to be a better person. Every single day.

The only certainty in life is death and change. I realize that and that is why I try to live in the moment and enjoy each day to the fullest. It is the only one we are promised. The right now.
 
Run the Boston marathon on merit.

I’m almost half an hour over the cutoff time and it’s going to take a pretty big change to get me there. I have a deformity in my right leg that makes running a bit more difficult, but I’ve managed to get my marathon time under 4 hours. Hopefully I can get there eventually!

I think we have a few of the same travel goals! New Orleans is at the top of the list. I would love to learn how to cook some of that amazing food!
 
My bucket list:

1. Baseball Spring Training in AZ
2. Southern Italy and Greece
3. Buenos Aires
4. Enjoy California, there's so much to see.
 
I don't have a bucket list as such, however, there are things I would like to do before I leave this Earth, in no particular order:

1. Travel to the Arctic Circle to go camping with my dog in my own campervan
2. To see Mont Blanc in daylight (there is a sob story associated with this)
3. To tour Japan, and to visit the Pearl Museum
4. To play clarinet as part of a band or orchestra
5. To attend Tucson gem shows in February, and to tour Arizona and see the famous sites as seen in films
6. To visit Hawaii, and to go to Jams World HQ and purchase a few shirts in person
7. To visit Miami to ogle at the Art Deco architecture

DK :))
 
I'm in my 30s and have completed the majority of my "bucket list" as I was quite aggressive and efficient in terms of career, travel, hobbies, and personal goals. Sometimes I wonder, is it better to "complete" the bucket list, or to have things to look forward to?

The only things that really matter to me these days is good health and happiness for myself, my family, my friends, and really the world. I would like there to be a vaccine for COVID-19 and/or for the virus to no longer be able to find new hosts, so I can leave my house and carry on with "regular" life. Makes you really appreciate the little things and not take "regular life" for granted!

I'd very much like to have kids, be a stay at home mom to raise them, and my ultimate "goal" is to be a grandmother one day, because that means:
1) I will have had kids, and they are healthy enough to have their own kids
2) I will be healthy enough to be alive to be a grandmother!

Not to go too far off-topic, but I do feel a bit "behind" as we haven't been able to have kids yet, and it's been a dream of mine my entire life. Most of my peers have kids and I'm constantly hearing of friends getting pregnant (super happy for them), yet we're still trying. It's odd since I'm a bit of a perfectionist and achiever, and I really have no "control" over this last "bucket list" item. I've pro-actively gotten all the available tests run to make sure there are no issues and have an IVF appointment scheduled as my biological clock is ticking, but really would prefer to conceive naturally.
 
Mine is go to NY and FL. We were supposed to do that this year but the pandemic happened. Luckily for us we got all our money back, including airfare. We did New Orleans this January for our anni! Thank goodness too cause that was another bucket list item that we were able to check off before travel stopped.

I would love to road trip through all the continental states but that’s an “if I win the lottery” daydream.

FYI - the Big Island is very much worth the trip. I was born there, all my best childhood memories happened there, I got married there, and if I won the lotto I would move back without hesitation.
 
I have a few:
1. Learn how to swim. I was taking classes prior to the pandemic and was getting so close...

2. Learn how to skate/ rollerblades. I've been trying on and off for ther past 25 years but I'm still holding on to the rails and looking at my feet.

I learned how to bike 2 years ago so that's off my list.

Other than that, like Missy, my goal is to live a stress free and healthy life for as long as I can with my dh. And watch our kids grow up and move out lol.
 
MRBXXXFVVS1 said:
I'm in my 30s and have completed the majority of my "bucket list" as I was quite aggressive and efficient in terms of career, travel, hobbies, and personal goals. Sometimes I wonder, is it better to "complete" the bucket list, or to have things to look forward to?

The only things that really matter to me these days is good health and happiness for myself, my family, my friends, and really the world. I would like there to be a vaccine for COVID-19 and/or for the virus to no longer be able to find new hosts, so I can leave my house and carry on with "regular" life. Makes you really appreciate the little things and not take "regular life" for granted!

I'd very much like to have kids, be a stay at home mom to raise them, and my ultimate "goal" is to be a grandmother one day, because that means:
1) I will have had kids, and they are healthy enough to have their own kids
2) I will be healthy enough to be alive to be a grandmother!

Not to go too far off-topic, but I do feel a bit "behind" as we haven't been able to have kids yet, and it's been a dream of mine my entire life. Most of my peers have kids and I'm constantly hearing of friends getting pregnant (super happy for them), yet we're still trying. It's odd since I'm a bit of a perfectionist and achiever, and I really have no "control" over this last "bucket list" item. I've pro-actively gotten all the available tests run to make sure there are no issues and have an IVF appointment scheduled as my biological clock is ticking, but really would prefer to conceive naturally.
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Good luck to you. I hope everything works out. We’re also having issues conceiving and it’s so stressful. I didn’t understand until recently what an emotional toll this can take on a person. I hope you’re holding up well.
 
MRBXXXFVVS1 said:
I'm in my 30s and have completed the majority of my "bucket list" as I was quite aggressive and efficient in terms of career, travel, hobbies, and personal goals. Sometimes I wonder, is it better to "complete" the bucket list, or to have things to look forward to?

The only things that really matter to me these days is good health and happiness for myself, my family, my friends, and really the world. I would like there to be a vaccine for COVID-19 and/or for the virus to no longer be able to find new hosts, so I can leave my house and carry on with "regular" life. Makes you really appreciate the little things and not take "regular life" for granted!

I'd very much like to have kids, be a stay at home mom to raise them, and my ultimate "goal" is to be a grandmother one day, because that means:
1) I will have had kids, and they are healthy enough to have their own kids
2) I will be healthy enough to be alive to be a grandmother!

Not to go too far off-topic, but I do feel a bit "behind" as we haven't been able to have kids yet, and it's been a dream of mine my entire life. Most of my peers have kids and I'm constantly hearing of friends getting pregnant (super happy for them), yet we're still trying. It's odd since I'm a bit of a perfectionist and achiever, and I really have no "control" over this last "bucket list" item. I've pro-actively gotten all the available tests run to make sure there are no issues and have an IVF appointment scheduled as my biological clock is ticking, but really would prefer to conceive naturally.
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It took years for us to have children, many fertility drugs and IVF. We have two and they are 4 years apart (not by choice) - I feel for you but hang in there and don't give up. Wishing you much success with your family planning.
 
winnietucker said:
Good luck to you. I hope everything works out. We’re also having issues conceiving and it’s so stressful. I didn’t understand until recently what an emotional toll this can take on a person. I hope you’re holding up well.
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@winnietucker - it is very stressful, we had many obstacles to overcome and now have two beautiful adult children. And sex becomes so very mechanical in the process and can take a toll on your relationship. Don't let it, just keep trying. Wishing you well, I have felt your pain
 
winnietucker said:
Good luck to you. I hope everything works out. We’re also having issues conceiving and it’s so stressful. I didn’t understand until recently what an emotional toll this can take on a person. I hope you’re holding up well.
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Thank you. Best wishes for you as well. It's definitely very challenging and emotional.
 
Queenie60 said:
@winnietucker - it is very stressful, we had many obstacles to overcome and now have two beautiful adult children. And sex becomes so very mechanical in the process and can take a toll on your relationship. Don't let it, just keep trying. Wishing you well, I have felt your pain
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Thank you. It’s nice to know you’re not alone in things. All my friends had their babies so young and so easily. It feels like I messed up trying to make sure my life was in order first and I’ve waited too long.

I have a self imposed deadline of 30 so I only have about 2.5 years left to have children. I panicked about it earlier but I think I’ve come to terms with it. We will likely adopt if it doesn’t happen naturally for us.
 
winnietucker said:
Thank you. It’s nice to know you’re not alone in things. All my friends had their babies so young and so easily. It feels like I messed up trying to make sure my life was in order first and I’ve waited too long.

I have a self imposed deadline of 30 so I only have about 2.5 years left to have children. I panicked about it earlier but I think I’ve come to terms with it. We will likely adopt if it doesn’t happen naturally for us.
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Having made sure your life was in order first will likely make parenting and life easier for you! Don't put too much pressure on yourself, you still have plenty of time. Some friends have said the more relaxed you are, the easier it is to conceive. My OB/GYN recommended trying every 2-3 days. I also test for ovulation each cycle to have a better understanding of timing and ovulation.

I'm about 10 years older than you, so time is definitely running out for me...
 
MRBXXXFVVS1 said:
Having made sure your life was in order first will likely make parenting and life easier for you! Don't put too much pressure on yourself, you still have plenty of time. Some friends have said the more relaxed you are, the easier it is to conceive. My OB/GYN recommended trying every 2-3 days. I also test for ovulation each cycle to have a better understanding of timing and ovulation.

I'm about 10 years older than you, so time is definitely running out for me...
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Thank you for your words of encouragement. Have you tried the ovulation strips to test daily? That was my doctors recommendation but my friend suggest the more expensive kits - she got pregnant first try though. I’m getting close to being willing to do both, honestly. I’d love your opinion though.

Also, I really, really hope this happens for you soon.
 
I've always wanted to go to Japan.
I also want to get back to Maui after things get back to normal. If normal ever happens:(
 
Nothing. No desire to go anywhere, see or do anything but if the opportunity arises, I'll consider it.
 
As much travel as we can afford. I've been lucky to have traveled extensively in my life so far, but my bucket list destinations are Egypt, Jordan, and China. My husband's family came from China, so I can't wait to take a trip there with him to explore his family's history. Egypt and Jordan have been a dream since I was a child. I also have yet to make it to South America. So much still left to explore!!
 
winnietucker said:
Thank you for your words of encouragement. Have you tried the ovulation strips to test daily? That was my doctors recommendation but my friend suggest the more expensive kits - she got pregnant first try though. I’m getting close to being willing to do both, honestly. I’d love your opinion though.

Also, I really, really hope this happens for you soon.
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Thank you! I use the Clear Blue Connected Ovulation Tests, but there are cheaper versions available.

Connected Ovulation Test System: Bluetooth® Compatible – Clearblue

Connected Ovulation Test System is an advanced ovulation checker - tracking 2 hormones and connecting to your phone!
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Pretty much completed all I wanted to do in life (except I didn't get to live in NYC again :() and go to Ireland and see the beauty there.. Hope to when covid-19 is a thing of the past.

Great topic.
 
My favorite place in the whole world is Big Island.. it must have been truly awesome to grow up there, the best food, the best views, the kindest people and the most awesome volcano which I hope really never threatens the Island.. Peace.

ETA: sorry missed the beginning.

67 years old
Live in Austin Texas area
grew up in New York state


winnietucker said:
Mine is go to NY and FL. We were supposed to do that this year but the pandemic happened. Luckily for us we got all our money back, including airfare. We did New Orleans this January for our anni! Thank goodness too cause that was another bucket list item that we were able to check off before travel stopped.

I would love to road trip through all the continental states but that’s an “if I win the lottery” daydream.

FYI - the Big Island is very much worth the trip. I was born there, all my best childhood memories happened there, I got married there, and if I won the lotto I would move back without hesitation.
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@MRBXXXFVVS1 my childhood friend had given up all hope of ever having a baby, they’d been trying for years, at 44 she found herself the mother of a gorgeous little girl, so miracles do happen. :D

I don’t have a bucket list, life has led me on an interesting journey, I can’t change anything that has brought me sadness, but I can look forward because there’s another interesting journey on the horizon. I suppose the only thing I really wanted was to see my DS grow up, which he has.
 
Most of mine have to do with travel. I want to visit every National Park in the US. I'm working on 2 books and hope to complete them, publish them, and go on to write more. South America, the Galapagos is also on my list--I'd love to eventually become a travel writer. I have a friend who was still traveling the world and writing about it at age 83. There are just so many things to do in life and I get so excited looking forward to the second half of mine!
 
I ticked off a lot of items on my bucket list but it doesn’t get any shorter because I keep adding more :D I’ll put down the 5 things that currently are resonating the strongest with me.

- walk the Inca trail up to Machu Picchu
- see the Aurora Borealis
- eat ramen in Japan
- stop being scared of driving a car
- change someone’s life (this sounds really cliche but I saw this poster once at a very emotional moment in my life that said “before you die, change someone’s life” and now that has become my goal. I like to think I’ve impacted people’s lives by being in them, but I want to do something someday personally that totally changes a stranger’s life (for the better).)
 
After reading all of your lists, mine just became longer :lol:
Thanks for sharing! :wavey:
 
... to clean my bucket.
It's filthy. :knockout:
 
I think mine is to spend some more time with my family, I left home when I turned 18 and more or less lived elsewhere ever since. I didnt realize how young that was at the time. I also want to have a second child. Would also like to climb a few more levels in my career and buy a house. I am also in my 30s so that seems to be a lot that I want to shove into this period.

I have a few things I've let go of over the years like learning Chinese (I was half ass decent especially at reading & typing. Was awful at the speaking though. I have no idea why I stopped). And a few places I passed up on opportunities to visit including Petra in jordan/safari in Africa. So sometimes I think it'd be nice to go back and finish those things. I have no idea why I passed up on any of the remotely dangerous stuff and went all the run of the mill places when I was younger, so now my bucket list is orchestrated to be less child friendly. Seems like poor planning.
 
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I don’t have anything set in stone but my bucket list is mostly about travel. The world is so big and wondrous and I want to experience as much of it as I can.
Places I’d like to visit:
- I want to go to Hawaii.
- The Waitomo Glowworm Caves in New Zealand.
- Rome, Greece, Ireland, etc.
- All the Caribbean islands.
** Australia is firmly not on my list. Giant spiders, and snakes, and crocs...oh my. :lol:

Non travel related:
- I want to be able to drive on the highway again. My anxiety has stopped me from doing it for over 10 years now. :(sad I’m tired of feeling trapped in where I can go, without assistance.

- The most important thing...a long healthy, and happy life with my DH. None of the other stuff matters if I don’t have him to share it with.
 
Get thru this pandemic

See my lads grow up, out and have kids of their own.

Take a trip with hubbie thru Okanagan to Jasper and Banff again.

Start my rehab again so my back and bones are stronger.

Paint (as in paintings on the wall).
 
elle_71125 said:
- The Waitomo Glowworm Caves in New Zealand.
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Do it!! Approaching it we were a little worried that it would be super touristy, but it was actually awesome.

Many people have posted travel spots that would be on my list as well - great minds think alike!

I’d also love to spend time travelling to places from my path, where I grew up, went to school, and the like.

Would also line to spend some time in eastern europe or south-east asia. Pick a spot, rent a place for a month or three, and just explore.
 
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