Bain, Maylie: Bucket List

As a child, I watched numerous television shows with my little sister.  When the commercials would come on, we would eagerly wait to see what was being advertised. If my sister or I were interested in the item, we would scream out “I want that and all that comes with it!” From the time I could fully understand what the word “want” meant, there have been numerous things that I have made my goal to obtain; however, there are three items on my bucket list that are my ultimate goals. To achieve these things would mean a great deal to me.

My lifelong dream is to become a surgeon. When I was 12 years old, my dad died. He was misdiagnosed when the doctors told him he had a sinus infection. In all actuality, his carotid artery had torn and that caused him to have a stroke. It took me a few years to comprehend that everything truly does happen for a reason, but I now know in my heart that it is true. I believe that it is my duty as a future doctor to help others and make sure that no other little girl ever has to lose her daddy like I did when I was so young.  

Another goal of mine is to finish my college career as a softball player with a 4.0 GPA. My studies and my schooling mean an enormous amount to me, and I would be thrilled to someday receive All-Conference, along with All-Academic honors as a member of the SAU softball team.

            Finally, I hope to someday get married and start a family. With my schooling in my journey to become a surgeon, I understand that it will be a long while before I am able to settle down, but family is something that I value and cherish. My family is extremely close and compassionate towards one another, so I want to make sure that I can someday allow my own children to experience this love.

            Obviously, the goals on my bucket list mean everything to me. I have known for many years that I want all of these things to be a part of my life. Hopefully someday, all of my dreams will come true.