On December 31st, 2011, my friends and I were celebrating the eve of the New Year and my 49th birthday. I was enquiring about New Year's resolutions. It has been my habit to try something new every year. What could I attempt this coming year?
How to best commemorate my half century? Why not try 50 new things? The challenge was set. Since then, I've been thinking about my year. Being a list maker, I started by using my skills to create a plan.
- Create a list of categories: social, musical, political, intellectual, spiritual, romantic, physical, environmental and edible (rhymes with the others), earth, wind, and water
- Set dates for seasonal events and guided activities
- Find as many free, or low cost options
- Research local events and attractions
- Book early to avoid becoming a big chicken!
- Enlist friends to join in the fun and/or to support my endeavours
I have 50 new experiences on my list and my calendar is roughed in. Please join me this year and see how I do. I'll report regularly and put up some photo's; and together we can have a good laugh (I hope!).
Here we go!
Julie C
Hi Julie,
ReplyDeleteLoving reading your blog ... just discovered you'd added #12 since the last time I visited. Wasn't that a fun experience ... little lambs are so cute!
I'm sure you're going to enjoy your year, and I will enjoy following your progress through the 50 new eperiences (ps you are a talented and entertaining writer!).
Thanks for sharing!!
Velray