As promised - my spring and summer bucketlist! And this week for my 7 for 7 I’m crossing one off the list each day. Attempting to do all 21 in 21 days and planning on writing and documenting about my experiences with crossing each one off. Without further adieu- the list:
Picnic at Dix Park
This past Sunday we celebrated my friend Kate’s birthday - we gathered with drinks (and kombucha for me) her boyfriend brought his guitar and his friend with a drum set (and pepper shaker lol) and we harmonized to Chris Stapleton all night. It was such a special evening under the stars and the view of Downtown Raleigh.
Sing at Open Mic Night
Monday I walked in to attend my first open mic night at Luckytree (something that’s been on my mirror for months) and I found Kate, her bf Chris and Skylar (the drummer) all sitting front row center by pure coincidence. I knew from that moment I would have to sing, whether I was ready or not. I later learned, it was the full pink flower super moon 🌝 🌸 all about releasing blockages and opening up to possibilities. Believe what you want- but it wasn’t by pure chance that the very same people I just sang with the night before were at that open mic ready and waiting to be my band. Now that I’ve conquered my fear, nothing is going to stop me. Do the things that scare you because once you kick the door wide open there’s nothing stopping you from going for anything you want.
Take the top off the Jeep and take it for a joyride
5/15 - This weekend we took the top off the Jeep and rode up to the Cardinal for a dog. We had a blast and I’m surprised it took me this long to do it. It was super easy and I’m going to make it my regular weekend thing (when we don’t have markets).
Day trip to the beach
8/19/22
Carolina Beach
Go “out west”
Buy a fiddle leaf fig
5/1 - Bought a fiddle from Houseplant Hippie and we named her FERGIE. Got to get her a cute pot but she’s very happy in her home.
Go to the Farmer’s market
6/14 Went to the Farmer’s Market on a girl’s date with Rachel + Bby Gwen - had breakfast at the restaurant then walked over to find some plants for us both. It was such a much needed time for me and Rachel. So glad we were able to go together!
Walk 15 miles in one day
Pitch a can design for Trophy
6/28 I have sent the follow up email!
Buy a Bungalow
A little blue house became available close to me and we shall see!
Visit Olde Raleigh Distillery
Start waking up at 8 am (then slowly move to 7)
Well-ask and you shall receive! This week we’ve been on a strict 8 am schedule with the new pup - 8 am potty + feeding then lots of coffee for mama. I foresee us working towards 7 am eventually.
Paint another mural
Today (Wednesday, April 28) The Town of Clayton returned my call and asked to move forward with a mural project - sight unseen.
Will keep you all updated on its progress but they have a whole Public Arts committee set up so I’m hopeful.
Update: 5/17 - Got connected with the leader of the Arts rehabilitation program for Town of Clayton! Excited to be moving forward.
Update November 2022: I’ve averaged 1 mural a month for the entire year!
Build a blanket fort and watch old movies
Went to Target and bought string lights and push pins and brought together every pillow and blanket I had in my studio apartment and built myself a little fort to watch Legally Blonde. It was magical and exactly what my childhood soul needed.
Start a manifestation board
I took Whitney’s advice and bought a cheap foam board from Target and got some free magazines from Harris Teeter - and added some handwritten calligraphy personal goals- still working on bringing the finishing touches to life. Y’all know my imperfect a** won’t stop until it’s well… perfect.
Go Kayaking
7/4/2022
Go tubing down the Neuse
Go cliff jumping at Eno / Rock Quarry
need to put this on the books for this weekend.
A trip to Charleston
We went to Charleston to celebrate Kate and found her wedding dress! We ended up doing a window sign on the way down and kind strangers (and our friends) venmoed us $400! We used it to go out to a nice dinner then fun drinks out (way too many espresso martinis) and a hangover brunch the next day. It was an amazing trip!
Walk around Lake Johnson
Took a walk down memory lane with Walker - who said he needed it more than I did. We did 3 miles but the feeling of being lakeside is something my soul craves more than the exercise.
More random acts of kindness
I’ve made it an effort in business and in life to be more intentional with my kindness- what you give is what you shall receive. I have been putting freebies in everyone’s order and tagging every Jeep I see with CK merch. I’ve also been volunteering with two dog rescue nonprofits.
Start selling vintage clothing
Today I also dropped off my clothes at Father and Son’s and to my surprise they accepted 4 pieces! I will be on the look out for more pieces I can sell.
August 2022 Launching my first vintage collection at Freehand Market
BONUS:
Adopt my golden retriever
this is already in the works as I will begin fostering goldens soon and it will only be a matter of time before I have to keep one. The fun part will be the joy of seeing them to their FURever homes and falling in love with one I HAVE to keep. so excited!
Update: I’ve fallen in love with my first foster. She’s unbelievably sweet with loads of personality and I think I have to keep her.
