Showing posts with label Bucket List Living NOW. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Bucket List Living NOW. Show all posts
Wednesday, August 22, 2012
If Today was Your Last Day
Putting the final touches to our trip to Italy – leaving in ONE WEEK! And a song comes on Pandora. I’ve heard it MANY times since I have the cd… And I realize that it is totally appropriate for planning and Bucket List Living. My first inclination was to cancel the trip to Italy since Dad is already home for good. Then I had an unexpected car expense… Plus DS started college this week, additional expense – not to mention we are remodeling his room – CHA-CHING! We can always find a reason to put things off. This song is great reminder of why we shouldn’t.. Goes back to my mantra - If you wait, you WON'T!!!!
"If Today Was Your Last Day" sang by Nickleback written by Chad Kroeger
My best friend gave me the best advice
He said each day's a gift and not a given right
Leave no stone unturned, leave your fears behind
And try to take the path less traveled by
That first step you take is the longest stride
If today was your last day
And tomorrow was too late
Could you say goodbye to yesterday?
Would you live each moment like your last?
Leave old pictures in the past
Donate every dime you have?
If today was your last day
Against the grain should be a way of life
What's worth the prize is always worth the fight
Every second counts 'cause there's no second try
So live like you'll never live it twice
Don't take the free ride in your own life
If today was your last day
And tomorrow was too late
Could you say goodbye to yesterday?
Would you live each moment like your last?
Leave old pictures in the past
Donate every dime you have?
Would you call old friends you never see?
Reminisce old memories
Would you forgive your enemies?
Would you find that one you're dreamin' of?
Swear up and down to God above
That you finally fall in love
If today was your last day
If today was your last day
Would you make your mark by mending a broken heart?
You know it's never too late to shoot for the stars
Regardless of who you are
So do whatever it takes
'Cause you can't rewind a moment in this life
Let nothin' stand in your way
Cause the hands of time are never on your side
If today was your last day
And tomorrow was too late
Could you say goodbye to yesterday?
Would you live each moment like your last?
Leave old pictures in the past
Donate every dime you have?
Would you call old friends you never see?
Reminisce old memories
Would you forgive your enemies?
Would you find that one you're dreamin' of?
Swear up and down to God above
That you finally fall in love
If today was your last day
Congrats Chad on your engagement to Avril Lavigne! I know you are LIVING in the moment right now! And I need to get back to Bucket List Living NOW!
Monday, August 20, 2012
Back to School- Again!
It’s that time again – Back to SCHOOL time!
20 years ago I graduated from high school, we are planning our 20 year reunion… My son is starting at a local community college today… Brings Bucket List Living back to the forefront of life – time flies! And we leave for Italy in 9 days – final prep in progress! Lol!
Enjoy my trip down memory lane – Grease 2 style…. I’ve heard there are two types of people in the world – people who like Grease 2 and people who don’t… I’m with Drew Barrymore – I LIKE IT!
Monday, August 6, 2012
Small town USA, Justin Moore from Poyen Arkansas
Justin Moore, Arkansas native, from the small town of Poyen; just up the road a piece from my hometown. We pass through the area a few times a year as we travel to Hot Springs, Arkansas. Each time we mention Justin. Not knowing him personally we still relate to him, seeing the familiar surroundings, knowing what it is like to grow up in such a rural area. Reading his bio online I see that he had a firm foundation, his family and his community. When he got to Nashville he didn’t wait on the people to call on him, he already had a manager. He left nothing to chance. Why? He wanted to LIVE his dream.
Looking over my bucket list and becoming more introspective on my life I’m reminded, I’m in charge of my future. It is mine to make or break. Thanks for the reminder Justin. We are still rooting for you! Keep on keeping on…. And thanks for not forgetting where you came from, for those of you who don't know, this video captures glimpses of Poyen, hometown pride! Until we meet, I’m gonna be BUCKET LIST LIVING! God Bless!
Monday, July 23, 2012
Feeling... Sentimental and Beachy....
This weekend I had the opportunity to speak with a distant cousin’s wife. I am trying to find out more information about my Pye family members, who back in the early 1900’s originated in Beaumont, Texas. You know, with DS graduating from High School and starting college, plus Dad being home from Italy for good (another reminder to self to remove “Visit Dad in Italy” off my list), I guess I’m getting sentimental. That and for some reason I have always felt like an old soul.
I’m 38 years old. My Grandpa Gil died when he was 49, his Dad died when he was in his late 20’s (best I can tell). My great Grandfather died when he was 63. I can’t imagine being halfway through my life, there’s so much I want to accomplish! That said, some of my best memories and times in life is when I have taken the time to just breathe….
Sometimes I have to remind myself that it is important to stop or slow down. This song that Kenny Chesney did made me a Kenny fan for life. You see, my spirit is truly at rest and peace when I’m at the ocean. There are NO words to describe the experience, slowing down, listening to the waves. When life gets hectic, I put this CD in… All songs have the island feel, to remind me… Life is short. And just like that, I’m at the beach… Thanks Kenny. Maybe someday I will be Sherry, living in paradise… Until then, I guess it’s back to Bucket List Living. And remaining on my list, Hang out with Kenny Chesney on a boat in the Caribbean. We aren't promised a tomorrow - Dream big!
Wednesday, May 9, 2012
Where to begin?
A family friend allowed my DS to drive his Camaro to prom… Yes, my bucket list item #86 is Buy a Bumble Bee Car (Chevrolet Camaro). I had the pleasure to drive the car some over the 24 hours we had it and I am officially removing that from my bucket list. I will still lovingly refer to my current car (2003 Santa Fe) as the Wanna Bee until I can determine a new ride that is appropriate for me. The car rode GREAT. But blind spots, OH MY WORD! The WHOLE vehicle is a blind spot!
Back to graduation prep… Invitations have been sent. Decorations are being gathered. Food planned…. Oh, my and medication ordered… For the milestone of watching your one and only child accomplish such a HUGE change in life… oh, geez! Prayers please!
Also, to note – Trip to Chicago is being finalized for DS to go to Second City and participate in an immersion session. Trip to Italy – tickets PURCHASED! And itinerary being finalized by the best tour guide in the world – ME! Watch out Italy!
Wednesday, February 29, 2012
Larry the Cable Guy... Yummy!
Random I know. But I have to share my side dishes from supper tonight.
Just curious if this was on Larry the Cable Guy's Bucket List?
From one redneck to another.. I have to admit it was good. :).
Yea. I prolly shoulda kept it or sold it on eBay. But I'm Bucket List Living!!! Lol! Thanks Big Lots!!!
Wednesday, February 15, 2012
Let's get ready to.... ROAD TRIP!
Final preparations for the North Carolina or Bust road trip are under way. I am making a map so that I can update ya’ll on the progress as we go. We will be driving the Hyundai Santa Fe, my WannaBEE! I have some magnetic signs for the website that I will use to decorate it up… WE are jumping in Bucket List Living NOW!!!! Maybe I can increase my blog readership along the way! J
Just so you know - Cheesecake Factory, I was serious! Here is my Cheesecake Factory trip map! lol! (a HUGE THANK YOU TO MAPQUEST!)
No one has recommended any tunes yet, so I’ll just go with my CD collection. My new Adele… Also another album of the year – Lady Antebellum – We Own the Night… Of course I’ll have my Rascal Flatts and Kenny Chesney.. My WannaBEE doesn’t have any new MP3 or iPod connectivity, but we will make do.
Progress 86. Buy a Bumble Bee Car– DH’s truck will be paid off this spring. Once we have a few more bills taken care of, maybe later this year I can take the car payment plunge again! Lol!
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