While the saying “go big or go home” is often linked to
the creation of a bucket list, my feelings toward the subject have always been
slightly different. Skydiving in New Zealand and curing world hunger are
undoubtedly awe-inspiring goals, but these societal clichés have never appealed
to my personal tastes. The list of things I wish to do before I die contains a rather
safe collection of plans, yet the completion of these items will allow me to
leave this world satisfied.
The
first item on my list would have to be an extended vacation to Scotland. Not
only is it one of the most beautiful places on the planet, but it also serves
as the birthplace of my ancestors. I have always been curious about the unique
customs and traditions associated with the Scottish culture, and being able to
spend any length of time exploring my family roots would certainly be a
rewarding experience. Despite my present lack of athletic ability, the second
item I plan on conquering happens to be running a marathon. It requires an
abundant amount of time and dedication to train for such an event, and I can’t
imagine a more fulfilling accomplishment.
The
dolphin has been my favorite animal for as long as I can remember. While my
third objective may seem a bit unoriginal, I look forward to the day when I’m
able to swim with a dolphin for the first time. The peace and beauty associated
with that experience captivates me, and the “dolphin kissing” picture each
customer receives at the end of his session would definitely make the trip
worthwhile. The fourth item on my list would be improving my skills in the art
of ballroom dancing. I have taken dance lessons for over 15 years, but that
particular type of dancing has always been quite foreign to me which makes the
challenge much more intriguing.
The
fifth and final action I hope to accomplish before kicking the bucket happens
to be the timeless “kiss in the rain.” Breakfast
at Tiffany’s, The Notebook, and Spiderman all include this romantic
cinematic moment. Viewing these movies has undoubtedly contributed to my
aspirations of experiencing such an event, given appropriate timing and
circumstance. Though this collection of items contains only a portion of the
things I wish to do before I die, I genuinely look forward to their completion.
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