The List

Today's my birthday. I'm 29.

I've made a list of 30 things to do before I turn 30, just to help me get the most out of this new year in my life. Kind of like new year's resolutions, for my new year. Just a list of completely do-able things to keep me motivated. I figure if I share it with you all, I'll actually have to be accountable for it. I'll keep you posted on my progress throughout the year. So with that, here's "The List."

30 Before 30

1. Read the unabridged David Copperfield

2. Learn to make caramels

3. Practice patience

4. Decorate the family room

5. Stand up for myself

6. Take a dance class

7. Write more thank you notes

8. Improve my photography

9. Go to bed earlier

10. Start doing yoga again

11. Host a great party (or two, or three)

12. Do a monthly service project with the kids

13. Give my shop a makeover

14. Give my blog a makeover

15. Complain less

16. Make healthier meals

17. Become a better listener

18. Hold weekly family activity night

19. Catch a fish with Hudson

20. Support independent businesses

21. Be more thoughtful

22. Pray with sincerity

23. Do something nice for myself once a week...without feeling guilty

24. Actually complete a sewing project

25. Drink more water

26. Spend more time outdoors

27. Plan weekly themed educational activities for the kids

28. Take another cooking class with B.

29. Keep fresh flowers in the house more often

30. Write down something I'm thankful for every day

Have a happy weekend!

xo

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P.S. Sorry for all the self-absorbed blog posts as of late. Next week, I'll get over myself, and get back to normal. ;)