My Bucket List

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My Bucket List
I stopped making New Resolutions in 2008 after seeing the movie “The Bucket List”.   Instead of Resolutions I started my own “Bucket List”. A list of goals to accomplish, dreams to fulfill before I die. Having a bucket list does not mean I am racing against time. Death is not the end of life. I believe there is more after our physical presence in this earth is over. My bucket list is a reminder to make the most of my life.  To make my existence meaningful for myself and to others. Life is a gift. It should be cherished not squandered.
I don’t watch too many movies but from the few that I like there are two favourites. The Bucket List and Shawshank Redemption.

My favourite quote from the comedy-drama The Bucket List.
 “You know, the ancient Egyptians had a beautiful belief about death. When their souls got to the entrance to heaven, the guards asked two questions. Their answers determined whether they were able to enter or not. ‘Have you found joy in your life?’ 'Has your life brought joy to others?’”
Here is the movie trailer.



">My favourite quote from Shawshank Redemption.  “It comes down to one choice. Get busy living or get busy dying.”
Here is the movie clip.



">Today a new chapter in my Book of Life begins. 
Chapter 1  New Year's Day 2012
The sixth grandchild brings as much joy as the first, the second, the third, the fourth and the fifth

I have a whole lot of living to do yet. Happy New Year !







Comments

  1. MelissaSunday, January 01, 2012

    Hi Mom, I know the answer to both those questions for you is 'yes!' You are deserving of all your blessings, six in five years! So, are you going to share what's on your bucket list? ;)

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  2. Retire in Style with LolitaMonday, January 02, 2012

    From Emy:

    I started reading your blog this morning and I got hooked. Enjoyed it so much I am now looking forward to my own retirement.

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  3. Retire in Style with LolitaMonday, January 02, 2012

    From Doris:

    I read your blog - nice, but the blue colour is not easy to the eyes.

    To Doris: Thanks for comment. Will change color.

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  4. MelanieMonday, January 02, 2012

    this is a great blog mom. and i like the new colour.

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  5. Retire in Style with LolitaTuesday, January 03, 2012

    From Nene:

    Life is a box of chocs or a bowl of cherries...the choice is yours, my friend and you seem to be doing all right with 6 grandkids and the energy of a globetrotter.

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  6. Retire in Style with LolitaWednesday, January 04, 2012

    From Paul:
    Hello Lolita,



    Wishing you a blessed new year too!!


    I am envy in reading/ seeing all those blog/pictures. See how you enjoy your life particularly your family life.

    I believe you should have the 7th, 8th………..and more grandchildren who are on the way!!!

    Such a proud and happy grandma I have even seen!!

    Paul

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  7. Retire in Style with LolitaWednesday, January 04, 2012

    From Christine:

    Hello my dear friend of long……….loved your blog. Glad to see you are enjoying your retirement years to the fullest as you have always lived your life – what an inspiration you are to those yet to walk your path. I’ll try to remember to log onto your blog but likely will forget so a reminded couple times a year is good. If you are ever in Vancouver would love to see you – we still need to visit Jessie at her worksite. Saw Jasmine last month – I’ll leave it to others to arrange a get together. Best to you for 2012………still miss and think of you often……hugs, C

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  8. Retire in Style with LolitaWednesday, January 04, 2012

    From Sherrin:

    Hi Lolita,



    Your blog looks great and is so inspiring. Thanks for including me on your list.



    Happy New Year,

    Sherrin

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  9. MelanieThursday, January 05, 2012

    mom, it is jan 5th, where is the next installment?

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  10. EdThursday, January 05, 2012

    Just testing

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