40 things to do before 40

Well, the countdown is on. I have just about 10 months left of my 30s. I've decided to compile a list of 40 things I'd like to do before my big birthday next May. I've revised this list a few times and am already checking things off. I'm excited to see my personal progress as I work my way through this list.

• Attend a paint night
• Go to the temple 10 times
• Participate in a 5K
• Learn to sew a zipper
• Attend a cooking class
• Explore 5 new places
• Organize family photos on USB drives
• Compile a photo book with favorite quotes and scriptures
• Learn to bake bread
• Have a monthly date night with Rich
• Host a craft party
• Go on a weekend trip
• Learn to read crochet patterns
• See someone new in concert
• Go to the shooting range
• Read 4 books
• Go to TOFW with my girls
• Read the Book of Mormon
• Visit a National Park
• Go fishing
• Get a pedicure
• Pay for a strangers meal
• Go on a fancy date with Rich
• Update my resume
• Visit Antelope Island
• Learn to research family history
• Complete a 30 day challenge
• Make a dream board
• Write in journal twice a month, focus on gratitude
• Get season tickets for BYU Football
• Climb to top of a rock wall
• Purge unnecessary items
• Lose 10 pounds
• Visit a new LDS temple
• Go to Las Vegas
• Take treats to Dr's office or mechanic
• Go Ziplining
• Reconnect with family members
• Bake a cheesecake
• Get involved in a cause