Almost everyone has a few things they want to do before they die. A bucket list. It’s filled with dreams, goals, and destinations which we hope to get to at one point in our lives. I am a huge bucket list person. I have so many things I want to be able to do in my life, so here are a few glances into mine.
1. Go to "One Tree Hill" EyeCon
I am such a huge "OTH" fan. I will sit for hours and re-watch episodes and clips. EyeCon is a convention that happens usually once or twice a year where the whole cast gets together. There are a ton of meet and greets and you get to travel around Wilmington, NC to see the set.
2. Travel
Plane rides and road trips. I want to travel the world. California, New Orleans (again), etc. The world is such a beautiful place. There are so many places left to be explored.
3. Stay up all night and look at stars
It sounds super cheesy but it's something I have always wanted to do. Lay down a blanket, camp out all night, and just look at the sky. I have such an appreciation for nature and its beauty. This would be perfect.
4. Have a bonfire at the beach with friends
I never thought about this until I watched "Laguna Beach" in fifth grade. It looked super cool though! Everyone would bring food, and we would sit on the beach and light a bonfire, listening to the ocean a few feet away and enjoying each other’s company.
5. Write a book
Ever since I was young, I’ve always held a passion for writing and helping others. One day I hope to write a self-help book or anything that can help others get through hard times.
6. Meet a giraffe
I’ve seen giraffes at the zoo before. Believe me. But I want to actually get up close with one. Giraffe Manor is so far away, but I know one day I will definitely get there. For now I am thinking along the lines of a zoo that lets you feed the giraffes. Yeah, that would be perfect.
7. See ALL my favorite bands in concert
I have been to a decent amount of concerts throughout my life but nothing is more satisfying then seeing your favorite musicians live. My goal is to see all of my favorite bands live at one point in my life. Some of them I will even go see multiple times, the show will never get old.
8. Fall in love with my best friend
In life, you are going to have a ton of relationships. Some are going to be better than others. Through it all, I just want to be able to fall in love with my best friend. My dream is to find someone who I have a ton in common with, who is genuine, kind, and honest with me. Also it would be great if they want to travel too, I always wanted to have a sidekick through it all.
9. Own a dog
Simple. I just want to have a dog. All my life I have always been a cat person. I had a few fish and a gerbil, but I have never owned a dog.
10. Make an impact on the world
I believe that making a change is one of the keys to happiness. Being able to make a difference in the world or in someone’s life is something I truly aspire to acheive. Whether it is big or small, I want to be able to say I changed something. I impacted someone’s life.
My list goes on and on with things I have on my ultimate bucket life. Do you have one? If you don’t, I think you should start. Allow yourself to open your eyes to different experiences and opportunities around you. You can do it all.
