101 in 1001: march update.

Here's the latest update on my 101 in 1001 list, and this one's fancy... with a video!

1. Become a homeowner. (March 2014)

Can't believe it's finally happening! Feeling very grown-up and SO excited.

39. Establish a weekly signature blog post. (color scoop!)

Ok, I'm slacking, as I've only done two so far. Read 'em here.

51. Pay for the next customer in line 5 times. (3/5)

I still run/drive away as quickly as possible because I don't want to seem creepy.

54. Replace coffee with tea for two consecutive weeks.

I survived and actually liked it. Here's what I learned. 

74. Share a video post on the blog.

It's right above! I was terrified of doing this, but it wasn't that bad.

101. Spend an entire day in a bathing suit at the beach. Don't forget the sunscreen. (February 2014)

I had a blast with my sister's family in the Bahamas. I'm still waiting for all the photos from her, but here are a few. 

I didn't realize how much I've crossed of the list in the past month until I went to write this update! And while it's super fun to check stuff off, it's been even more fun to enjoy the process. 

Has anyone else made a list of their own? Let me know in the comments below!

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xo Emily

101 in 1001 update: one month in.

One of the reasons I posted my 101 in 1001 list is so that all of you can hold me accountable for my 101 things. So in the spirit of accountability, here's an update on some of the highlights (and difficulties) one month after starting. 

32. Leave a 100% tip on a bill of $50 or more. (January 2014)

It was crazy busy and we were killing time before a movie. I hope it made her night!

51. Pay for the next customer in line 5 times. (1/5)

I did my first one of these today - it's more tricky than it seems. I'm worried that the benefactor is going to think I'm super creepy or hitting on them... 

57. Try a new fitness class. (Dec 2013 at REV)

I'm now addicted to spin class. It's a great addition to winter exercise until I can run outside again. Also, it's an awesome way to get sweaty and enjoy some EDM without paying $100 for a concert ticket only to be surrounded by lots of drunk people.

67. Pack *good* (healthy and yummy) lunches for two weeks straight.

I've attempted and failed at this one twice already. Someone shows up at the office or I end up doing a lunch meeting. I need to swap lunch meetings for walking meetings.

101. Inspire someone else to make a list of their own. 

(Katlin in December 2013, Sean in January 2014)

I loved reading my friends' lists. I've also been spying others... so many great ideas, I feel like I need a second list!

There are lots of things to look forward to in February and March, some of which are on my list. Can't wait.

Has anyone else made a list of their own? How's everyone doing on their New Years Resolutions? Let me know in the comments below!

101 in 1001.

In starting this whole blog adventure, I came across Mackenzie's list (and amazing blog) of 101 things to do in 1001 days (2.75 years). As a list lover, I couldn't pass this up. I thought it might be best to keep all of these aspirations to myself (does anyone really care that I need to organize my iTunes library?) but this list has been incredible to make and I hope it'll inspire someone to make their own (let me know if you do!) 

Just think how satisfying it's going to be to cross each of these off!

Start date: December 28,2013

End Date: September 24, 2016

Status: 9/101

1. Become a homeowner. (March 2014 - here's how I told you!)
2. Create the perfect home-office space.
3. Visit one new country each year.
4. Attend a ballet.
5. Attend an orchestra.
6. Watch a movie outdoors.
7. See a TED Talk live.
8. Spend a day touring museums in NYC.
9. Take a walk or bike ride in Central Park.
10. Hike in Colorado.
11. Watch the sunrise or sunset from the top of a mountain.
12. Pull off an epic surprise for someone.
13. Send 50 handwritten notes. (11/50)
14. Attend an EDM festival.
15. Complete my 100^th barre class.
16. Introduce a friend to barre.
17. Attend 5 new networking events.
18. Take a cooking class.
19. Start an art collection.
20. Go to a Packers game at Lambeau Field.
21. Dance in a flash mob.
22. Find out my blood type.
23. Donate blood.
24. Learn calligraphy.
25. Host a dinner party.
26. Buy and wear a gown (for an appropriate event).
27. Host a black-tie or themed party (for #24 if need be).
28. See the Aurora Borealis.
29. Start practicing piano again.
30. Kiss under mistletoe.
31. Unplug for one full day (24 hours) each month.
32. Leave a 100% tip on a bill of $50 or more. (January 2014)
33. Write a letter to my 20-year-old self. Give it to a little in my life for HS graduation.
34. Fall in love.
35. Participate in an overnight observatory program.
36. Take a aerial silks lesson.
37. Attend a Boston Bruins game.
38. Visit New Orleans with a friend.
39. Establish a weekly signature blog post. (color scoop!)
40. Get involved with a volunteer organization. 
41. Find the perfect overnight bag.
42. Learn how to drive standard.
43. Visit Chicago.
44. Make someone I love breakfast in bed.
45. Go to a rooftop party.
46. See a shooting star.
47. Subscribe to a magazine that I usually buy at the store.
48. Subscribe a friend to a magazine.
49. Find the perfect shade of red/pink lipstick.
50. Re: #51, wear it at least once a week for 2 months.
51. Pay for the next customer in line 5 times. (4/5)
52. Attend a concert at Red Rocks Ampitheatre.
53. Spend a weekend in Vegas.
54. Replace coffee with tea for two consecutive weeks.
55. Plant an herb garden.
56. Plant a tree.
57. Try a new fitness class. (Dec 2013 at REV, April 2014 RowVT)
58. Throw a surprise party for a friend.
59. Get a promotion. (June 2014) 
60. Host a game night.
61. Organize my iTunes library.
62. Organize my digital design files.
63. Learn a fancy yoga move.
64. Put my own twist on a classic recipe.
65. Order from a food truck.
66. Go to the farmer’s market at least five times during one summer. (3/5)
67. Pack *good* (healthy and yummy) lunches for two weeks straight.
68. Learn to tie a tie.
69. Swim in the Pacific Ocean.
70. Make sushi.
71. Attend a First Friday Art Walk.
72. Do 25 consecutive, full range, non-knee push-ups.
73. Send photo Christmas cards.
74. Share a video post on the blog. (see number one.)
75. Design a logo for a business.
76. Design and help launch a blog or website for someone else.
77. Run in the VT City Marathon again.
78. Run in a Color Run.
79. Take a pottery class.
80. Have my photo professionally taken.
81. Have a spa day. Bring a friend.
82. Buy my parents a new computer.
83. Attend a Halloween party with an awesome costume.
84. Drink 8 glasses of water every day for a month.
85. Take on a recipe that I think is too complicated.
86. Do not eat out at restaurants or get take out for one month straight.
87. Open a new savings account.
88. Deposit $20 into savings for each completed item on this list.
89. Do the 52-week money challenge.
90. Shop local for 1 month – small stores and no online shopping.
91. Create an inspiration board.
92. Start a 1 sentence journal.
93. Spend an entire day in a bathing suit at the beach. Don’t forget sunscreen. (Bahamas 2014)
94. Go out to dinner by myself. No book or phone allowed.
95. Read 50 books. (3/50)
96. Learn how to blow out my hair the right way.
97. Take an outdoor yoga class.
98. Get rid of one email address and organize/clean out the others.
99. Become handy with power tools.
100. Buy a hybrid car.
101. Inspire someone else to make a list of their own. (Katlin in December 2013, Sean in January 2014)