The Summer List

So we all tend to create some sort of a list full of things we want to do in the summer. Whether we create an actual list or just keep it stored safely in our minds. I am going to put a quick list I created on this blog. I truly believe when I write things down, I am more likely to accomplish what is written down.

And I just want to take a moment to say that I love summer. When I was younger, I didn't want to like it since it was every other person's favorite holiday. For some reason, I tend to try not liking whatever has the popular vote. It is this weird quality I have. However, I have caved. Fall is still my favorite, but summer just has so many qualities that make me sigh with happiness. Bring on beautiful summer dusk, star gazing, fires, swimsuits, and hand holding at outdoor social events.

Summer 2011 List

1. Sleep on the trampoline

2. Make s'mores

3. Go on a road trip

4. Go to a rodeo(s). Release my inner cowgirl.

5. Float the river

6. Sing karaoke

7. Have a Bear Lake raspberry shake

8. Play with henna

9. Make sidewalk chalk creations

10. Shoot guns

11. Take Ringo (our family dog, not the drummer of the Beatles) to the lake. Just like old times.

12. Go camping. In a tent. And in my backyard doesn't count.

13. Go on a four-wheeler ride

14. Go down a slip-N-slide

15. Have a slice of cheesecake from The Cheesecake Factory

16. Watch fireworks while cuddling with someone I love

17. Pull an all-nighter

18. Learn how to play poker. Become a card shark. (I do turn 21 here soon) 

19. Go down the flume

20. Plant a garden

21. Play night games

22. Ride a horse

23. Run through sprinklers

24. See a movie at a drive-in theater

25. Learn to play the guitar. Even just a little bit. 

26. Read Les Miserables. Possibly my favorite book. 

27. Go on a motorcycle ride. Wear my leather jacket while going on the ride.

28. Hike the Wellsvilles

29. Build a blanket fort

So there you have it. A quick list. Hopefully I do many more cool things on top of just the 29 I have listed.

Hey, I'll go ahead and add a 30. One I know I'll be able to cross off.

30. Get married in the temple :)

As you can see, I crossed off 10 and 15 already. I had a slice of glorious cheesecake while in Boise with my family. And I shot guns over Memorial weekend at Bri's parents' home along with some friends.

Here is the proof:

I almost accomplished number 7 this weekend. When departing from Bear Lake, we stopped to get shakes. But I couldn't resist getting oreo. I'll get it later this summer though. No worries.

What is on your summer list?