Cool things I've done
Over on Facebook, Rebecca said "We tend to dwell too much on our failures and what we haven't done. "
"In an attempt to more fully appreciate myself and my accomplishments, I've compiled a list of some cool things I've done..."
I like that idea, so here's my list (in no particular order):
1. wandered around Tijuana alone
2. explored Rosarito Beach, Mexico, alone
3. been to Alaska
4. went snorkeling in the Florida Keys
5. bought a house all by myself
6. learned leatherworking
7. been to college
8. driven 14 hours to an event by myself
9. purchased three vehicles all on my own, with no co-signer
10. planned my own wedding
11. been married
12. been divorced
13. been a stage hand for a world-famous band
14. worked on a movie set
15. been the treasurer for a branch of a large not-for-profit organzation
16. taught myself to sew
17. learned to weave
18. learned to embroider
19. stopped a horse that tried to run away with me
20. competed in an equestrian competition
21. been a personal bodyguard
22. helped out at a dog show
23. rescued a baby bird
24. adopted several stray cats
25. tamed a feral cat
26. adopted a stray dog, then adopted her out to a family whose lifestyle fit her better
27. learned how to change my brake pads
28. learned basic auto maintenance - how to check and change the oil, spark plugs, wiper blades, and tires
29. stayed employed full-time for 25 years
39. moved out of my parents' home and never moved back in
40. walked down the Sunset Strip
41. visited almost every major tourist attraction in California
42. been truly, completely in love.
43. achieved a five-figure income without a college degree