Insert cliche life statement here. "Live life to the fullest" or "Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away." The list goes on and on. We're constantly trying to pack as much zest into each day so we don't wake up one morning, thinking life has passed us by. Well, that might be a little extreme, but you get the point.
In my quest to get the most out of life, I've decided to make a bucket list for my upcoming Alabama adventure. Since it's only a two year stint, I wanted to make a list to ensure I covered as many things as possible in that time. I'm divulging the list on the blog not just to inform, but ask for additional suggestions...so here it goes, in no particular order.
Alabama Bucket List
1. Go to Mardi Gras 2011 (hopefully with Sara Dreyer)
-New Orleans is only a 4.5 hour drive from Tuscaloosa! Let's pray I make it out alive.
2. NASCAR race at Talladega
-I may have to invest in some confederate flag clothing and bring a case of Bud heavy, but the stories will be worth it.
3. Golf on one of the Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail courses (or some other beautiful course)
-I'll spend most of my time trying to find my ball in the woods, but hey, at least it will be on an amazing course!
4. Take a weekend backpacking trip to the Appalachians.
-Companion wanted!
5. Go to a crawfish boil
-I'll need a lesson in how to eat the crawfish, but I'm sure some nice Southern gent can teach me! *Swoon*
6. Go to a rap concert in Atlanta
-Hotlanta is only 3.5 hours from T-Town! I'll make some grillz out of tinfoil and wear them to fit in.
7. Hit up Beale St. in Memphis
-I may sing "Walking in Memphis" while doing it...JUST to be cliche.
8. Attend a Kentucky basketball game at Rupp Arena (hopefully against UNC)
-Hopefully by then, UNC won't suck and it will be an even matchup.
So there it is. Not done, but a good start I'd say. Post suggestions and help me beef up the list! I'm ready for my next crazy adventure and I hope you're ready for yours. Even if you aren't moving anywhere, make a bucket list that's doable for your surroundings. Whatever it is, let yourself dream and come up with a rockin' list. Most importantly: Enjoy the journey.
