Birthday Bucket List – How to create a list to conquer in 1 year!
Happy Friday ya’ll!
Can you guess what today is?!
Hint: Last year on this day I posted this!
Bingo- It’s my birthday!!!
Today I’m sharing with you my birthday bucket list!
I think it’s important to remember EVERYONE has the capability to make a list, so I’m providing a few Lizisms to hopefully help you create and conquer your list this year too!
And, yes, it is #FertilityFriday, so I hope this fun post helps brighten your day and reminds you that regardless the stage you are in on your fertility journey, you can always take a break, smile and relish in the beauty of living every day to the fullest!
Birthday Bucket List – Key Points
♦ Dream big, but not out of your control.
I want to win the lotto too, but unfortunately, that’s out of our control :(.
♦ Think with your heart first, then your head!
You have to be passionate about something to make it happen, so I’ve found passion usually stems from your heart first!
♦ Don’t let cost deter you!
Do you want to travel? Me too! Just because you may not have the funds now, doesn’t mean it can’t be on your list the following year. Make it a goal to save this year and conquer a new land the next!
♦ Aim for 12 items.
There’s 12 months in a year, right? Try shooting for 1 bucket list wish a month and before you know it you’ll have a year under your belt in no time!
Phew, now that we’ve got those out of the way, here’s the top 12 items on my birthday bucket list this year! 
- Hit 50,000 page views in one month on the blog :).
- Publish the Fueling your Fertility book (and get Mrs. Haas to visit SD)!
- Take #Mr.CEO to Northern California and hike Big Sur.
- Successfully execute Champagne Smiles (stay tuned for details coming soon) to honor Grandma Denise and raise awareness about nutrition and the MIND!
- Plan a trip to Greece.
- Host Thanksgiving or Christmas in our home.
- Join a book club. (Read book for book club :)!)
- Visit Nashville and sing karaoke in a country bar! (Bluebird?!)
- Mandatory date night once a month with the #Mr.CEO.
- Start a family.
- Send out a holiday card.
- Prioritize and streamline work. Answer: Where do I want to be in my career in 5 years?
Now, let’s chat!
- What is on your birthday bucket list?
- Where do you want to travel?
- What is your favorite birthday treat?!
Elana Natker says
October 28, 2016 at 8:33 AMLove this! My birthday was earlier this month, so you’ve inspired me to make a bucket list, too. Mine is to fully launch my new biz and send out enewsletters regularly. Also to have monthly date nights (we do this so infrequently – I want to make this a habit). And to have YOU visit me in D.C.!! 🙂
Happy birthday, lovely lady!
Elizabeth Shaw says
October 29, 2016 at 6:39 AMOh thank you so much Elana. It has been such a pleasure getting to know you this past year!! I love everything about you and I hope to make it to DC soon so we can enjoy delicious challah bread and sip wine together 🙂
Dietitian Jess says
October 28, 2016 at 9:29 AMI made a 30 by 30 bucket list for last year and I think I accomplished most of my big ones- good luck to you lady! Happy to help plan the trip to Greece (and come visit SD!) Have a great bday!!!
Elizabeth Shaw says
October 29, 2016 at 6:39 AMTHanks Jess! Your 30th looked epic so I’m pretty sure I have a lot to measure up to lol!
Kristen Smith says
October 28, 2016 at 12:18 PMHappy Birthday Liz! Love the bucket list!
Elizabeth Shaw says
October 29, 2016 at 6:39 AMThanks so much Kristen!
Amber @ Homemade Nutrition says
October 28, 2016 at 12:31 PMAh this list is AWESOME!! I want to do your bucket list! But I’m feeling inspired to come up with my own now too, so maybe I’ll start with that. 😉 Great key points for bucket list planning – I especially like the one about still planning for something even if it’s off the list budget-wise for right now. Such words of wisdom! Happy, happy birthday lovely!!
Elizabeth Shaw says
October 29, 2016 at 6:40 AMDO IT! Seriously, make a list right now! I’m holding you to it my friend!
Sonali- The Foodie Physician says
October 28, 2016 at 12:33 PMHappy birthday to you, happy birthday to you.!!! I hope you’re gearing up for a fabulous birthday weekend! I love your list, I wish you all the success completing each and everything on it. I’m personally really excited for you to check off #2! We honeymooned in Greece and it was amazing! On my bucket list is to make it to Australia and New Zealand some day 🙂
Elizabeth Shaw says
October 29, 2016 at 6:41 AMOkay- YES! Please go to A + NZ, they are by far two of my favorite countries to visit!!!! And when you do, tell me before you go so I can give you the must eats while there 🙂
Sally @ Real Mom Nutrition says
October 28, 2016 at 1:56 PMI like this! Never thought of doing a bucket list for my birthday. Oh, and Happy Birthday! Hope the year ahead is wonderful–sounds like it’s going to be. 🙂
Elizabeth Shaw says
October 29, 2016 at 6:41 AMThanks Sally! I would love to see what would be on your list!!!
Sara @sarahaasrdn.com says
October 28, 2016 at 5:00 PMYay! I hope you get to them all my friend! Love you so very much!
Elizabeth Shaw says
October 29, 2016 at 6:42 AMAh thanks Sara!! Waiting for #2 to happen soon (I hope!).
Deanna Segrave-Daly says
October 28, 2016 at 6:10 PMHappy happy birthday! Love love your list – I like so many of these (trip to Greece and monthly date night would be high on my list.) I have to say, I was never so happy as when I STOPPED sending out holiday cards years ago – lol (but I’m old and jaded.)
Anyway, I know you can achieve ALL of these in a year – I have seen what you do in a week alone! So grateful to have gotten to know you and spend some quality time with you this year xo
Elizabeth Shaw says
October 29, 2016 at 6:43 AMAh Deanna thank you kindly for your comment! It’s been such a pleasure getting to know you better too these past few months! I am so lucky to be surrounded by such strong, passionate and caring women in the field! I can’t wait until you get your vino at ALDI and we can sip on it when FNCE hits PA in a few years :).
EA-The Spicy RD says
October 30, 2016 at 9:26 AMLOVE this post Liz! And, knowing you, I have no doubt you will accomplish everything on your list 🙂 I’ve got a BIG birthday coming up in 30 days, so I just want to keep positive vibes about, ahem, getting older, wiser, and better-just like a fine wine! There are still so many places I want to travel, but hiking to Macchu Pichu with Mr. Spicy and the kids is at the top of my list, either this year or next. And, last but not least, my favorite birthday treat is German Chocolate Cake baked by my mom. Wishing you a fabulous year ahead, and hope we can celebrate together soon! xoxo
Elizabeth Shaw says
October 31, 2016 at 6:59 AMOh my goodness! I am so excited for you and you seriously are the hippest mom! I wouldn’t have guessed you were nearing the BIG bday at all! My parents just hiked Machu Pichu last year so LMK if you need any recommendations!! And it’s on my bucket list too, just waiting that one out!
Katie says
November 2, 2016 at 8:33 AMLove the birthday bucket list and appreciate that you shared it with all of us. When you do take that trip to Big Sur, let me know and I’ll tell you my favorite places 🙂
Elizabeth Shaw says
November 4, 2016 at 2:17 PMDefinitely Katie!! Thanks so much for your comment!
Jessica @ Nutritioulicious says
November 2, 2016 at 8:55 PMWhat a great list Liz! And love the idea of keeping the bucket list to 12 items – that’s actually doable!! Guess it’s the dietitian goal setter in you that came up w that idea, huh?! Hope all the dreams on your birthday list come true! xoxo
Elizabeth Shaw says
November 4, 2016 at 2:17 PMHah, thanks so much Jess- I appreciate your support and your comment!
Lauren Harris-Pincus says
November 4, 2016 at 4:58 AMI love this idea- you have a really cool list! And Happy Birthday 🙂
Elizabeth Shaw says
November 4, 2016 at 2:18 PMThanks Lauren!!