The Pacific Pugilist, Anonymous Boxer has tagged me with this meme...
What are the eight things you want to do before you die? (in no particular order)
1. Learn how to fly
I've always been fascinated by flying. The chance to learn how to fly and get a pilot's license would definitely be high on my list.
2. Take a golf vacation to Scotland & Ireland
The birthplace of golf, a trip to Scotland would be a pilgrimage of sorts to where the game began. St. Andrews, Carnoustie, Troon, and so many others. Since I'm already over there, a quick jump over to Ireland and the great courses there would be a must do.
3. Drive the Zamboni
Doesn't every real sports fan want to drive the Zamboni at least once? It's the most recognizable feature of any sporting event. It's nothing more than a truck that smooths out the ice, but it is so cool. Everyone recognizes the local Zamboni driver.
4. Get my handicap into single digits
Golf is a game that takes patience, practice, and skill. Getting your handicap below the mythical 10.0 puts you into a rare breed of golfer. It makes you "good" so it's a goal worth striving for.
5. Find someone to spend my life with
Likely unattainable, it's still something that would be on the list. I guess every list needs to have a dream or two that will never happen.
6. Lose 30 pounds and keep them off
For someone who has struggled with weight issues, if I could get the rest of that ugly baggage to go away forever would make me much more pleasant to be around. I've been down there before, but always rebounded back up. Difficult, yet attainable.
7. See Australia & New Zealand
Across the other big ocean, I'd love to see Australia and New Zealand. I'd bring my golf clubs with me, but the exotic beauty of these two countries calls out to me.
8. Write a book
This has got to be on the list of every frustrated blogger. I've got a few ideas rattling around my head, but I've never had the time or patience to make this one happen. Hopefully I'll get around to it before those ideas escape forever.
And that's it... my "bucket list." I'm not going to tag anyone else, but feel free to share if you are so inclined.
Thursday, July 31, 2008
Tagged by A Boxer
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Well, this seems like a very reasonable list (though the flying part could take a bit of time and cash and I can't speak to the golf handicap).
I'm trying to think of something witty to write here, and my brain just won't let it happen. Perhaps that would be first on my list: be funny at least once when writing comments on Bob's blog. It's a start.
What a very well balanced list - interesting and smart..... travel, health and love. Nothing wrong with any of those. I found by writing this down, it clarified some things for me and I appreciate you picking up my "challenge." It also gives your readers another view to you.
Hm. Eight is not that many things. I would have to think about it for a while.
Good list you have, though. Don't give up on #5.
Cool list. Learning how to fly would be a real thrill. I think my favourite is driving the Zamboni, though. I'd totally want to do that.
If you ever need any travel tips for Australia/New Zealand let me know (I'm an Aussie). I'm up on where the good golf courses are.f
Bob great list! Really...very interesting and especially since I am a golfer as well I too want to go to the birth place of golf! I though am very afraid to make a bucket list...what if I never attain those things I put on the list? Wouldn't that make me a failure? That is my fear. Crazy? Huh?
But yours is well rounded and heartfelt!
Many hugs friend!
Robyn
As a Canadian, I must tell you, the Zamboni driver is a most respected profession. It takes not just years of training but also divine fate. In Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan, Canada, there was the Moose Jaw Rock of Ice. It is a very small glacier that never melts. In this glacier, is stuck a hockey stick. Only he who can remove the blade from the glacier is destined to be a Zamboni driver.
Wow – only eight? My list is kinda like the naughty/nice list Santa keeps in his back pocket.
With a name like “Flanigan”, you know I wanna hit Ireland and Scotland. Your number five would be right up there on my list as well, but I have the kids, the dog, and the family so life’s not too terrible without a “better half”. I tried golf but did so with very competitive/angry men so I put my effort into driving the cart instead – that turned into drag racing so I don’t know if golf is a good thing for me or not.
I know, I’m rambling – second pot of coffee does that to me.
Fun post. Thanks Bob and A. Boxer; this was a great way for me to start my Friday.
Sláinte!
I'm going to London in October, then to Germany for work. You could come hang out with me and see Big Ben and then when I go to work you can go golf.
Game?
I'm a total travel skank. From the looks of your list, you are too!
I don't want to learn how to fly. I'd rather be sitting there drinking my little drink and looking out the window.
Don't be so full of crap on the number five, my friend. Everything you put here on the internet is attractive (except the negativity). If you want it, you can have it. Just stop thinking it is all about you - other people are involved too. You are good. You are great. Go for what you want, and get it. It IS that simple.
I'll be back. I'm traumatized. Had written almost my entire comment, had to look up a word in Oxford's American Dictionary before posting, lost control and it fell on the ESC key. Next thing I know the computer tells me, "Window's is shutting down." "NO, NO, NO, NO, NO!!!" OH. MY. GOD. Watched as it did just that.
I'll be back when I gather my thoughts.
Too funny...guess what the word verification is? szqse!!! My family always refers to me as Suzy-Q and my initials are SE. Hummmmmmmm. Maybe that comments wasn't necessary after all!!! Be back later. XO
Jennifer... I guess that's me, Mr. Reasonable. Don't worry about being funny, just keep being you!
AB... Thanks for tagging me. Look out for those wild haymakers.
Megan... The rules said eight so that's what I stuck with. I colored inside the lines in kindergarten too.
catatonickid... Thanks for checking in. I'll hit you up if I ever get the $$$$ to go to the South Pacific.
Robyn... I'm no where near worried if I don't get to everything on the list. It took me a while to narrow down the list, so these are the big ones.
whatigotsofar... It's so ironic, as part of my job I've actually purchased a Zamboni and sat in the drivers seat. After that, my operations manager took the keys and swore never to let me on it again.
Queen Goob... If I ever make it to Scotland and Ireland I'll give you a ring. As long as you promise to be the tour guide and keep me out of trouble.
catscratch... If I could fit into your luggage I would be on my way with you!
Merely Me... Nothing in this world is simple, especially when you're looks-challenged.
Blottie... I look forward to reading what you have to say. Hop onto your PPT and pedal over here.
hi bob!
dont give up on no. 5
oh, someone said that
what is exotic about australia ?
(apart from me)
enjoy the weekend
k
I'd love to learn how to fly too. Not so hot on golf, but I have penned, illustrated, and self published a book. Ireland and Scotland are right up there on my list of places I would love to see. Don't give up on the book and when you are ready, I know a wonderful self publishing company.
Kylie... Hi. Australia has got to be more exotic than here! I'd place the odds of #5 about the same as winning the lottery.
Cecile... I may be calling on you for that publisher. Now I just need to write it!
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