The "Before I Die" To-Do List

I've mentioned before that I live by my to-do lists, both at home and at work. I could probably wallpaper my living room with the post-it notes that I go through in a year. Writing everything down helps keep me focused and my mind fixed on a goal for that particular project.

Most of my to-do lists are rather mundane--items to get from the grocery store, things to pack for this weekend's beach trip, people to call for work--but now I'm working on a list that's a little more fun. I've started a list of things that I want to do before I die. It's part of living that abundant life to the full Jesus promised in John 10:10.

Naturally, I want to get married, have children, be involved in ministry, retire early, etc. But this list involves a little more dreaming. It's fun to dream, but in reality I know they're never going to come close to being accomplished unless I actually write them down first and make them sho-nuff bona fide goals, not merely dreams. So here's what I've got on my list so far:


Lisa's Things to Do Before I Die List
1. Go skydiving. (And I've had this in mind long before Tim McGraw). I think I'm close to getting the gumption up to do this. It would be an amazing thrill. I'm just debating about when to do it. I'd hate to spend football season in a full body cast, so I may hold off til spring...

2. Attend an NCAA Men's Final Four. AKA Mecca for college basketball fans. That would definitely be "One Shining Moment" for me.

3. Visit every Major League baseball park. Two down (Turner Field and Wrigley Field), 28 more to go!

4. Write a book and have it published. And I don't mean self-published, I mean published by a real live publishing house, complete with a book signing tour and the whole nine yards. Watch out, NY Times Bestseller List!

5. Travel to Europe. I'd love to visit England, France, and especially Italy, among other destinations.

6. Travel to Hawaii. Paradise. Every picture I've seen looks amazing.

7. Take ballroom and/or salsa dancing lessons. Great exercise, lots of fun, a good excuse to buy elegant clothes. What more could a girl ask for?

The list is growing...What's on YOUR list?