The last few months of 2013 brought lots of big changes for me – new job, different living arrangements, a break-up and a wake-up as well, I suppose! Things have been crazy to say the least, but now that the first week of 2014 has passed, I figured it might be time to revisit my 25 by 25 and get cracking! Upon reviewing the list, I realized that some of these things just aren’t going to happen by the end of April, due to time, financial and circumstantial constraints. Instead, I’ve decided to make it a list of 25 things to do in my 25th year. Some things remain unchanged but some required a little tweaking!
- go on an overseas adventure (10 years between trips is way too long!)
As much as I’d still love to travel this year, the fact that I’m paying double the rent I used to is probably going to severely impact this – I’d love to plan a holiday though – a solo holiday. It may not happen this year, but it definitely will next! So… revised goal:
plan a solo holiday - do SOMETHING with the multiple small rectangular blank canvases I purchased in 2010
- complete the first year of my diploma
With one month to go and 24 assignments to complete, this isn’t looking promising. However, I’m going to keep at it until the deadline and then re-evaluate what the best study options are for me. Revised goal:
new study may only be undertaken if a solid study plan is in place - get another tattoo
- exercise regularly for an extended period of time
I’m trialling a new gym starting tomorrow, hopefully its proximity to work will help me stay dedicated. - make a voluntary contribution to my super fund
This, I can do. Not right now, but I will soon – it’s time to start considering my future. - teach myself to mend the bag of clothes that need mending
I hope to do this still, even if I have to wait for my mum to visit and teach me. - learn to make jewellery
- revamp my wardrobe
- try a healthy detox
- see a movie alone
- start blogging again
I have, albeit half-heartedly. Would like to commit to it further by implementing an editorial calendar for myself and posting about my life a bit more, to keep my friends & family (particularly back in Adelaide) updated. - fall in love with my day job
With my new job, I’m confident this is happening – I will dedicate a post to it soon. - take an art class
- attend a networking event
There are a few coming up in Brisbane, I’ll be sure to post about it when I attend. - have a picnic
- carry something large on my bicycle
I don’t know if I count as something large (overindulged during the festive season!) so this one is still pending. - host a murder mystery dinner
- find a solution for our lack of dining table
- have some photos printed
- learn how to brew the perfect tea
- utilise my lynda.com membership
- go on a family outing
Revised goal:
take Vince somewhere - do something with the things I’ve been cutting out of magazines
- conquer a fear
Let’s do this!
I hope everyone else is excited for all the potential that 2014 holds!
