It's the time of year when everyone takes a look at the year in retrospect, so I guess I'd better join the club. It has been a pretty big year for me, well my whole family too. I started this blog last year after getting a push, that landed me past my self-doubt, from my Dad.
Much to my surprise, people actually read it. (thanks by the way!) This brought me to something else, I started taking pictures again. After one semester of photo class (many years ago), I was hooked. It had just been a long while since I picked up my camera. Now it's becoming a small business having sold some pictures already and met some wonderful people in the process. It has been a joy to watch this thing I call "blog" grow, evolve, and ultimately change me.
We also had a big move this year. It was "home" from the beginning, so moving to anywhere in Wyoming was a welcome thought. Seeing family, old friends, and making new ones has been such a treat! It also helps that the Boss Man is a wonderful man that helps us reach our own personal goals (no I'm not kissing up, he doesn't even read my blog). This can be hard to find in an employer, so we are grateful!
I was thinking the other day and looking towards 2011 instead of looking back at 2010. Since I turned a certain number this year, which shall remain nameless for fear of the wrinkle gods becoming angry and cursing me, I came up with a bucket list. I hate the cliche idea of "New Year's Resolutions", and since I've always been a list person, I figured a Bucket List would work. Although, it's not a "do before I kick the bucket" kind of thing, it's a get done during 2011 thing.
So here it is in no particular order....
Write a Book -- This is something that has been rattling around in my brain for quite a while now, so it's time to get it out!
Misplace my fat Ass -- Lose is such a harsh word. I'd hate to eat my words or have to take it back, kids do that to you. "Misplace" sounds good for now.
Get my Eggo Preggo -- see statement above and no further details will be given!
Remodel our House -- pending approval and making up our minds.
Find a Replacement Horse -- I'm making myself, get over myself!
Get my Pictures in a Gallery -- This is going to be a whole bucket of self-doubt to get over, but it must be done!
Go to Christina Lake -- This is a place I've been hearing about for most of my life. My parents used to take my sisters up there camping, and since it's practically in my back yard, I must go. The only way in is walking, ride a horse, or go 4 hours out of the way on an ATV. I'm opting for horse, and yes I'll take pictures. Wanna go?
So there's my 2011 list so far. In keeping with the theme, I'll leave you with one of my favorite pictures, "Looking Back". I like this one because the Blue Mare is looking back, but mostly forward for what's to come. I think that's a great way to look at a year, mostly forward.
Gorgeous photo!! Did you ever get ahold of the gal from the ranchgirl09 blog?
Posted by: BK | 12/31/2010 at 07:35 AM
BK- glad to see you back! Yes I did, thanks. By the way, I just got the Canon 55mm-250mm. I love it, but it will take some getting used to. I did like being able to take a pic of snow covered horses without going out into the sideways falling snow AND walking through the bulls who have already expressed their lack of friendliness to me! So that was nice! I'm sure you'll love yours too! =)
Posted by: The Ranch Wife | 12/31/2010 at 08:23 AM
Beautiful photo! Great for you to post a bucket list! I hope you reach every one of your goals in the coming year. Happy New Year!
Posted by: Nancy @The Wife of a Dairyman | 12/31/2010 at 09:22 AM
What a Great list!!! And if we lived closer I would so go on the camping trip:) I can't wait to see the results of this list, I am sure they will be amazing. I love the picture and you really are a talented photographer.
Posted by: mandie | 01/02/2011 at 01:18 PM