Somehow it’s been nearly a year since I wrote out a list of things I wanted to accomplish by the time I turn forty (in January 2023). Considering the year in which I was trying to accomplish some of these things was 2020, I’m pretty happy with my progress so far. I checked off six things and made some progress toward others. 2021 is setting up to be wildly busy at my work for the next few months, but I’m still laying the foundation for a few of the things I want to do next…
-I’ve nearly finished my list of people for item #1 – Write 40 Thank You letters to people who have made a big difference in my life. Up next, getting them written while also avoiding hand cramps.
-After many months off of lifting due to the risk of COVID, I’m fully vaccinated and returning to my trainer starting next week. My quest for #7 – Hip thrust 250 pounds can resume!
–Item #9 – Write a short story – is a thing on the list that has had me flummoxed as to how I should start. BUT! In my last post, I talked about newsletters I’ve been loving. One I didn’t mention is Craft Talk from Jami Attenberg. I’m a fairly recent subscriber, so I didn’t know that each year she does something called #1000WordsofSummer wherein you write 1,000 words a day for two weeks. This year’s challenge is at the end of May through early June and I’m totally in.
–#13 – Get a tattoo – is one I’ve been thinking about a lot lately. I have it mentally down to a few designs but that’s all so far.
-I was so sad when Katfish Katy’s (a key part of item #34 – Buy a bike and ride to Katfish Katy’s) closed down after last season. But I should not have despaired…it’s now under new ownership! I already have the bike, now I just have to get these legs ready for the trek.
It’s shaping up to be a great summer and I’m ready to keep planning and making things happen. What are you wanting to accomplish this summer?
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Writing a short story sounds like a fun challenge! I’m so flipping ready for a tattoo, but the girls are strongly opposed to it for some reason. Really want them on board.
I’m excited about the writing challenge…probably should start thinking about what I want to actually write about?
That’s so wild about the tattoo! I wonder what makes them so against it?!
I love the idea of writing thank you notes to people who have influenced you. I frequently write letters to family and friends – it’s time to spread the love more!