A bucket list is made up of achievements and goals to reach within a lifetime. It is about dreaming, aspiring, and exploring things we would like to do. Now that winter is truly here, I’ll site some things worth checking out. So, get a pad of paper and pen and write down some ideas that appeal to you.
For me, in the winter, I prefer to be inside. I enjoy visiting with friends and family over a nice warm cup of coffee. Going to restaurants is another activity I cherish. Board games are good and recently, I started playing Vita Mahjong. It is fun and it stimulates the brain to improve memory and to relax the mind. It can be downloaded to your phone for free. Reading and playing on Facebook brings me funny things to listen to as well as inspirational reels.
If you like outdoors, snow activities are fun if you can stand the cold! Some ideas include:
· Have an epic snowball fight.
· Build a snowman.
· Go sledding.
· Catch snowflakes on your tongue.
· Make a snow angel.
· Hit the slopes.
· Go snowshoeing.
· Watch the snow falling.
· Go ice skating.
· Kick back in an outdoor hot tub.
· Go stargazing.
· Take a wintry hike.
· Breathe in the smell of pine.
· Play hockey.
· Go bird watching.
Now, onto bigger things. What are some things you have wanted to achieve for your life? Really ponder that and make a list. You still have time! The internet is full of lifetime goal ideas. It was exciting scrolling through ideas as it spurred me to make an updated list. But for people who don’t have access to the internet, here are some ideas that may sound doable.
1. Travel destinations
2. Career goals
3. Foods you want to try
4. Skills or hobbies you’d like to learn
5. Bands you’d like to see
6. Life goals
7. Fears to overcome
One of my life-changing goals was to obtain a Master of Social Work Degree. With lots of perseverance and after nine years of climbing the mountain, I succeeded at achieving that! It was so empowering, and it helped me in human service employment. Now that I am older, I have been reflecting on social networks. I have a support group, but I’m interested in activities for older people. I have never seen the ocean! That is definitely on my list.
I have been privileged to travel in the United States and I hold lots of good memories and happy times. For those who are on limited budgets, there are free things that you can be involved with.
Take a walk - no matter the weather, going for a walk or hike provides a change of scenery and some great physical benefits. Try listening to an audiobook, podcast or audio-guided exercise once you're outside.
Make errands an adventure - if you're able to visit a farmers' market or local grocery store, picking up supplies for dinner can go from a tedious chore to an enjoyable endeavor.
Enjoy arts and culture - from local concerts to major museums, enjoying your area's art scene can be an affordable and enriching activity.
Embrace a tourist mindset - see your town through the eyes of a tourist. Look for places and sites you've never noticed before.
Have fun creating your bucket list!
By: Janet Pottoroff
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