Bucket List
The term bucket list has been around for quite some time, and I have slowly warmed to the concept. It is essentially a list of experiences or achievements a person desires to accomplish during their lifetime. My personal list has changed drastically over the years to include fewer "pipe dreams" and replaced with more realistic goals. Due to age and the never-improving finances, I have stopped seeking advanced degrees and the childhood dream of a career in historical archeaology. (Please don't think this is giving up on life. Sometimes I simply need to quit beating my head against the wall of reality.) As I shift my goals, I continue to gain personal richness through other measures. This year alone, I have been able to mark off quite a few items on my personal bucket list. In March I was able to visit Cedar Hill State Park for the very first time. Since the initial visit, I have become a frequent visitor. From the First Day of Spring Hike to a lecture on saving