Jeff and I recently watched the movie Bucket List with Jack Nicholson and Morgan Freeman. The trailer made it out to be a comedy, and it was funny, but it was more of a "feel-er". Maybe I am just emotional from having a baby, but it was really touching. It made me think about what really matters, what I want to do before I leave this world, and what kind of quality of life am I living.
In the movie Morgan Freeman explains that the ancient Egyptians believed that when you die the Gods ask you two questions and the answers determine if you are admitted into heaven. The first question is, "Have you found joy in your life"? And the second question is "Has your life brought joy to others"?
I've made a few Bucket Lists in my life and they range from daring feats to silly adventures. But in the long run I hope I can confidently answer yes to both questions. It makes me think that maybe I need to rethink my Bucket list and make sure that I am serving, loving, and bringing joy to others too.
So here are just a few from my Bucket list:
*See Machu Picchu
*Sky Dive
*Climb Kilimanjaro
*Serve another mission with my sweetheart
*Buy a Villa in Italy
*Run the NYC Marathon
*See my boys serve missions and marry in the temple
*Write a book
*Open my own Salon
*Visit all the LDS Church historical sites and temples
*Show love to those I love the most
Now that I've got you thinking, What is on your Bucket List?
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13 comments:
that movie was so good...it left me in tears too. I felt so appreciative of the people I have been blessed with. I love your list...
Hope you are doing well and your boys are happy and healthy!
Tonya
I need to think of some things on my bucket list...I love yours! I hope you are still doing well with Preston...it looks like you are! I loved his baby pics and Cristian just keeps getting cuter:) Hope to see you soon!
I really sat down and wrote out a list right now! I've gotta see the movie. I miss u. Hope to see u soon. Hope you guys are all doing well.
I have heard this movie is good. We will have to sit down and watch it. I enjoyed reading your bucket list and learning more about you! I will have to ponder my bucket list and put a post up. Thanks for the inspiring post! --Krista
Great post. Those are great goals and I think if anyone could do them...it is you. You have always shown great love and spirit, and a desire to be where the Lord wants you to be doing what you should. I know you inspire many around you to be better, and you have done it once again!
I too have made many "bucket lists"... Here are just a few of mine-
start a non profit building houses in Honduras
open a pilates/bar method studio or a healthy/kid friendly restaurant
See more of the world
adopt
learn to climb
own a boat
...see my Katrina again...
We just watched it last week too.... I havent sat down and done my list yet so I will have to get on that...I will be your partner with a few of the things on your list! :)
Hey! I'm so glad you guys have a post because it's so nice to hear from you guys. I'm glad you recommended that movie..we'll definately have to watch that movie! my list is SO long! Maybe I should really write it down though otherwise I won't really do it. keven and I talked about "our list" when we were dating...so when can we see you guys. We have to make plans to come out and see you guys soon! We are in Costa Mesa now...so just let us know when you are available and we'll come visit for sure! love you!
bucket list? Somehow win some contest that gives me coke free for life! Now THAT would be heaven!
Beyond that - and really, let's be honest - NOTHING could be as good as that, but I'd say a trip with Ryan and the boys to Europe, learn to speak French, and learn how to leave the dishes and mess more often to just sit with my sweethearts.
P.S. I have a crush on Jack Nicholson. So old, but so hot!
WOW- I swear I already commented on this post. ARe you permanently deleting my comments? Huh? Jeff? Is this about the reatd thing? I was jsut kidding.
Anyhoo, a Bucket list, with no Bucket in it. Weird.
Kilimanjaro? Really? SCARY.
Your Rad. Can't wait to chill with you and squeeze that new kid.
Katrina! Matthias ran into Dottie online and forwarded me your blog site. Hope you don't mind! Your family is beautiful! Where are you guys living?
I would like a bucket full of Bat shaped Reeses peanut butter cups for my bucket list.
Katrina I can't wait for the new book to come out. I'm reading the Host right now it was hard to get into it but now I think I can finish it. What's your schedule like I'm off for a bit starting Saturday. I have a family reunion though starting the 30th. Let me know whats up!!!
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