Here's my list of uncompleted goals that I strongly doubt will be completed by the end of the year... with commentary: Start playing trombone again > Not for a lack of trying. I inquired about lessons, but the school didn't have any brass teachers. They said they'd call me when they got one. Never happened. I also … Continue reading In Case You Were Wondering
Author: Great Goal Rush
Follow along as we complete our yearly bucket list.
Facebook Diaries
Me on the moon. I have no other pictures to use for this post.A few confessions:I love when people I know, but who I'm not Facebook friends with, forget to make their photo galleries private.I laugh at your misspellings.I text screenshots of your train wreck statuses to my friends who don't even know you. Your … Continue reading Facebook Diaries
Volunteer at Transitional Housing BARN
Completed: #3: Volunteer at BARN. I've been itching to get involved in this organization for about a year. I filled out the volunteer form in May 2011, but it sat on my computer until this past summer. Note: this is what happens until I make something a goal -- procrastination central. I really want to … Continue reading Volunteer at Transitional Housing BARN
Orange, Cinnamon, and Sugar Coated Tilapia – Gluten Free
A trip to an olive oil and balsamic vinegar store in Middleburg, Virginia inspired November's new food dish: tilapia dipped in blood orange extra virgin olive oil and coated in rice crumbs (like bread crumbs, but gluten free), cinnamon, and raw sugar with a agave nectar/tangerine sauce. This was delicious and super easy. I didn't … Continue reading Orange, Cinnamon, and Sugar Coated Tilapia – Gluten Free
Run a race: Nearly Naked Mile
Completed: 18: Complete some type of marathon/5K/race There is only one thing I hate more than running and that is exposing my body. So, what did I do? I signed up to run half naked -- really pushing myself to overcome some body issues in addition to athletic limitations. Why was this race nearly naked? Well, money raised from … Continue reading Run a race: Nearly Naked Mile
Additional Freelancing
I'm continuing my #30 goal (freelancing) for beautyXpose with a tutorial on spin pins, which I thought every girl knew about. I found out this was not the case, so I was inspired to spread the word. If you don't know, now you know. - Lyssa
Gluten-Free Pot Roast
#17: Make a new food dish a month, October There's a restaurant in Berkeley Springs, West Virginia that is amazingly delicious. It's the second time I've been to it and its definitely becoming one of my favorites. Panorama At the Peak serves farm-fresh, seasonal food with a great view. During my last visit, I ordered … Continue reading Gluten-Free Pot Roast
Hot Buttered Rum
Since I didn't get around to making one new dish in September, I'm going to make two in October. Yeah, yeah... so it's not officially a food, as my #17 goal states, but it's my blog and I can do what I want. Nanny nanny boo boo I made a hot buttered rum. It thoroughly … Continue reading Hot Buttered Rum
Back on the Freelancing Wagon
Completed/completing: #30: Start freelancing A 23-year-old me styling a back-to-school fashion shoot — pretty much the only picture I have of me in action. My first real job out of college was unbelievable. I styled fashion shoots, reviewed beauty products, and covered award show celeb style. When I got laid off, I accepted a position … Continue reading Back on the Freelancing Wagon
Enter a chili cook-off
I’m happy to announce the completion of #28: Enter a chili competition with or against Kris. Who: 9 Fierce Competitors What: Harris Pavilion Chili Cook-off Where: Harris Pavilion, Old Town Manassas When: September, 22, 2012 from 10-1. Judging at 1. Announcement of winners at 2. Categories: Best Chili With Beans, Best Chili Without Beans, Best … Continue reading Enter a chili cook-off