#58 - Read a book outside in the sunshine!

Very little surprise that I got into reading "Fifty Shades of Grey". I feel like everyone reads or has read the book now.  I did enjoy reading almost the entire book in a day by the pool at my house. What a gorgeous spot and a relaxing day!

Such a simple bucket list item but a calm day to enjoy for myself.

#61 - Attend a football game at my old high school, HB Plant, with friends from high school

One of my favorite things in the last month or two was being able to enjoy watching my old high school, H.B. Plant beat Jefferson High Schools football team.  Two of my best friends actually went to Jefferson and one of them came with me and my old friends to watch the game. We ended up stomping them! Victory was sweet but he was a good sport and took a loser picture with me :) (Sorry Eric!!)

I saw my old soccer coach who is now the principal of our high school. Old times but good times!

#61 - Off the list!

#122 - Be a passenger on a private plane OR Take a flying lesson

Its been a while since I've blogged and thats not because I haven't been working on this bucket list but really more because my lifes been changing in major ways lately.  The reason I even mention that is because #122 was kicked off my list in the most serendipitous way.  I just started working for an amazing place, Sun 'n Fun in Lakeland.  If you've heard of them its most likely because you have attended the annual fly in.

I am now the Event and Facility Sales Manager and on the last day of my orientation/training, I got to fly in a Stearman plane with my new boss. The people at this place are unlike anywhere I have ever worked. They're helpful, amazing, friendly, the list goes on. I actually feel the inspiration just oozing from the walls of this place. (www.sun-n-fun.org)

The flight was so much fun! Not scary at all, just peaceful yet exciting. I think I have definitely found a very unexpected love for flying. Who knows what the future holds but I'm grateful to be here and know I'll be here for a very long time.

So goodbye #122 on the bucket list!

#81 - Get to the front row at a Lady Antebellum concert

Lady Antebellum is by far my favorite band. I know every word to every song and they blew away my expectations at this concert! Completely amazing and they sound phenomenal, which is the true test of a real musical artist.

We had pit tickets and had to push our way to the front. People were not very nice and/or happy with us but I really didn't care. We made it happen and it was one of the best concerts I've ever seen. Another bucket list item complete. Videos are linked below for your viewing pleasure!

#127 - Play "Battleshots"

I honestly had never heard of this game before until I saw it on Pintrest one day. Obviously it had to make it onto the bucket list.  4 of us played and this was an absolute blast. We made the shots really weak for obvious reasons but essentially if you have never heard of this fun drinking game it is like "Battleship" but made with pizza boxes and the ships are shots.

Little Caesars manager was kind enough to give me two boxes to make the game boards after telling him what we were using them for. At the end of the night, lots of laughs, good times with friends and another bucket list memory.

I'd definitely put this on your list of "to-dos" if you have never played the game.

#64 - 6 months with no cable tv!

This item on the list started out being a way to force my kids and myself to get creative with our activities and is partially to thank for my bucket list. I got sick of just watching tv all the time and having no motivation to go out and do things.

Originally, the goal was 6 months but I actually made it 9 months. Call me an over achiever or just say I got used to the idea of having no tv around, I did it.  I definitely missed it for a while and now that I have it back I think I have a little bit more balance in my life with getting out of the house.

DirecTV was called and now the streak is over but I definitely appreciate having it, just wont be a slave to a TV show again!

#64 - COMPLETE!

25 things I like about myself

You wouldn't think this task would be THAT hard but there is a little piece of you that feels guilty about saying nice things about yourself. However, it's time to focus on all the positives and not what I would like to change about myself. This list is up right next to my bed so I have to see it every day. Here is what I came up with....

Item #130 on the bucket list - 25 Things I like about myself

1. I don't just have fun and live life...I MAKE the fun! and I'm fun to hang out with
2. I'm thoughtful
3. I can come up with ideas on just about anything. I love brain storming!
4. When I set my mind to something I don't stop until I achieve it
5. I love to make people laugh and I love funny people. Definitely think I can appreciate a sense of humor
6. Despite a lot of challenges, I always seem to pull myself back up and keep going
7. I love that I am willing to push myself out of my comfort zone to force personal growth
8. I would do just about anything for someone I love (kids, friends, family, etc)
9. I truly appreciate the little guestures people do for me
10. I love the fact that I'm not afraid to walk up and talk to just about anyone
11. I'm a good singer
12. I'm extremely spontaneous and I just go with the flow
13. You always know where you stand with me. I'm a pretty direct person but not in a mean way
14. I have a very genuine heart
15. I don't hold a grudge
16. If I do something wrong, I'm the first one to apologize
17. I don't judge people by their past or by their mistakes. I am always willing to give someone a second chance to prove they've changed.
18. The color of my eyes
19. I'm a really good friend to those who are able to get close to me
20. I'm open minded. I'm always willing to try something new once, even if I don't think I may like it
21. I'm good at math
22. I am very independant
23. That I am expressive
24. I'm a very quick learner
25. I'm an awesome mom (I originally had "good mom", my son made me erase it and put "awesome")