It's been a minute, but I'm right back in it. For those of you who know me well, you know about The List. This list is not your typical to-do or grocery list. Nay, The List is all about having fun. Actually, let me rephrase that. The pseudo-bucket list I keep on my cellphone (R.I.P. to the list I lost when I got a new Blackberry over spring break), includes every restaurant I want to try, books I want to read, songs to download and places I'd like to visit. Problem is, I spend so much time tackling the non-listed mandatory to do's that I don't often get around to The List. But, that's about to change, people. Summer's here, and if I've learned anything since college, I learned that you have to seize the do-nothing moments, and do something. I've embraced my sense of adventure over the past few years, and I don't want to lose momentum now. I've felt a little anxiety lately fending off the barrage of "what's next?!" questions, (which I suppose people think is a welcome topic for a 23-year old grad school graduate with no job prospects? please, stop.), and I need a way to refocus my energy on something positive...something memorable. I'll admit it. I love a challenge as much as I love chicken wings. But, this list isn't about stressing myself out over meaningless challenges just to prove my willpower to myself. Like that one summer I forbid myself from eating fast food and the place I was staying in didn't have a kitchen. Genius. Nope, this list means it's time to get up, get out, and do something I enjoy.
The List: Summer 2012 Edition*
1. Speak Spanish/learn a new Spanish word every day
2. Carry a water bottle.
3. Eat salad every day...any toppings allowed including bacon.
4. Read at least 3 fiction books that have nothing to do with medicine or history.
5. Try 3 new drinks and 3 new beers.
6. Try eggs Benedict.
7. Have a frittata.
8. Swim! Preferably with my head under water, but at least be in the pool, arms windmilling.
9. Blog often...mostly about my experiences experiencing The List.
10. Eat lots of fruit.
11. Wear bright colors.
I'm sure I'll think of some more things, but for now, these are my summer must-do's. What's on your summer manifesto?
*(Inspired by the good folks at
Lifehacker.)
UPDATE:
12. Be "on the blogs" to stay current with new music.
