101 Things To Do Before It's Too Late

 
"A man is not old until regrets take the place of dreams."
 ~ John Barrymore ~

One of the things that fascinates me as I deal with people is when someone says they don't have anything they would like to do, be, or have. They're satisfied where they are.

On the surface that sounds great. They have reached a point in their life where they're truly happy and don't want anything else. And maybe, just maybe, that's true.

But for most people, I know that's not the case at all. It's usually not that they don't want more, it's that they don't believe they can have more. So they've given up wishing.

To me, that's sad really because I know that people would be shocked at just what is possible for them if they'd only admit what they wanted and then really went for it.

I'm sure you're not one of those kind of people though. Still, maybe you could use a list to get you thinking. Well, I've got you covered there. Here are ten to get you started:

1)    Go fly fishing in Montana.
2)    Body surf in Hawaii.
3)    Visit the Vatican.
4)    Kayak in Alaska.
5)    Attend the Olympic games.
6)    Visit the Great Pyramids in Egypt.
7)    Observe buffalo in the wild.
8)    Have lobster in Maine.
9)    Learn to play an instrument.
10)  Attend a mystery theatre dinner.

You can get the rest of the list (91 more) by heading over to the "No Matter What!" Member's Area and clicking on the link "101 Things To Do Before It's Too Late." Enjoy!

Please keep in mind, however, that this is only a sample list to get you thinking. While you are welcome to use the ideas that I've shared, ideally you'll come up with your own.

One final thing I would like to mention to you is the danger of only having a "bucket list" when it comes to having goals.

This phrase comes from a movie and essentially means that you plan on doing whatever is on your list before you "kick the bucket." But there are dangers in that kind of thinking.

Truth is, you don't know how long you have, so putting things off isn't a good idea. And, even if do you live a long life, you may be too old to really enjoy the activity on your "bucket list."

Well, that's it for now. Until next time...

Keep reaching,
Jay

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Comments

[Tamera Nielsen]

If we don't have a bucket list, we exist rather than live. Thank you again for sharing another excellent post, Jay.

[Jay Platt]

Thanks Tamera. While I agree that having goals is vital, I all too often see people use the whole "bucket list" thing as a "One day I'll" excuse. I think a "Do It Now" approach is much better, with the bucket list reserved for long term goals. :-)

[Mary Gene Hassell]

IF we are still on this earth then God has plans for us and has expectations of us for service to Him and others. We are never too old to make a difference. God isn't waiting for us to get to heaven to live victoriously and have joy. He gives us a chance everyday to bless and be blessed. Whatever is on your list, live it with His light.

[Jay Platt]

Thanks Mary Gene. I agree, if we are still here there is a reason for it and we should make the most of it.

[Paz Platt]

Great blog, Jay! Remember when we were vacationing in Hawaii. We saw quite a few older couples who were on a vacation there for the first time. I'm sure they would have enjoyed it more when they were younger and could do a lot more of the fun activities.

[Alan Steacy]

Great topic Jay. I believe the mere exercise of creating a "bucket list" and writing it out is definitely a grand idea as it opens one to the possibilities of experiencing new and wonderful things that engage and stimulate the imagination. You are dead on when you mention that we should actively work on "checking off" the items on our list rather than just waiting 'til we "check out"!

[Jay Platt]

Thanks Paz and Alan! :-)

Paz - I sure do. It's a big part of my thinking when it comes to people putting off going for their goals.

Alan - I couldn't agree more. I like the way you think, my friend.