I'm doing 42 things
So far, so good...
2 months ago
Two weeks in and I’ve been sticking to it. And if I can keep it up during the holidays, any other time should seem like a cake-walk! Ugh… I can barely lift my arms to type. But it feels good. :)
Sonya's Life List
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1. Become certified in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine
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2. Reconcile my future goals with my present situation
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3. Join a gym and go 3 times a week
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4. Join a Church, Coven, or Meditation Circle
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5. Finish 180 hours of Clinic Observation
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6. learn to play mandolin
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7. Learn to read tarot cards
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8. learn to drive
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9. Be able to complete my whole Burn & Firm Pilates DVD, with weights
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10. Treat my first patient
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11. Become an Expert on Chinese Herbs
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12. Get my Master's Degree
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13. Have my own private practice
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14. Meditate
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15. Hike the Gunflint Trail
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16. Go to China
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17. Have a beer with Dr. Lu
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18. write a children's book
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19. get married
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20. learn to knit
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21. get more tattoos
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22. backpack across costa rica
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23. Learn Spanish
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24. Volunteer in another country
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25. make a '100 things that make me happy' list
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26. write something I'm proud of
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27. grow my own food
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28. ride horses again
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29. own a home
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30. own a friesian horse
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31. Raise chickens
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32. get a dog
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33. Foster homeless pets
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34. keep my grandparents' traditions alive
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35. be a mom
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36. live in a small town
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37. Get a PhD
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38. be debt-free
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39. Pay back my parents
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40. Visit Southeast Asia
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41. crochet an afghan
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42. Record an album
1,197 people
How I did it
It made me
more whole 
How I did it: Okay... technically, I don't think that this is a goal I'll ever "complete." Walking the Middle Path is something you have to work at, every minute of every day. Every decision is a turning point, a new opportunity to sow seeds of either peace or suffering, for myself or for others. Though I try to apply my principles to my every day life, there are plenty of instances where I fall short and give in to temptation and weakness of character… Read how I did it…
It made me
wiser
How I did it: There were some ups and downs, but for the most part, I made it through my second semester with my enthusiasm still intact. Going to school for Chinese medicine is HARD. I don't care what you say. To the rest of the world, we holistic health people might all be seen as new-age hippies, but I have studied harder for these classes than I ever did as an undergrad at a well-respected private college. I feel like I've learned so much, but the … Read how I did it…
It made me
Curious 
How I did it: I talked to other people about joining and finally chose a CSA that sounded interesting for me. My boyfriend and I split a $700 share with another couple and we're looking forward to getting our first crate of farm-fresh, organic, grown-locally-with-love produce! I'm hoping to be able to visit the farm and pick berries or get my hands dirty volunteering. We'll see what happens. Read how I did it…
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Recent entries
Joining is half the battle!
2 months ago
I joined a gym that’s very close to my house, and (wonder of wonders) my crappy, state-issued health insurance covers my membership, assuming that I go 12 times a month! If you do the math, it evens out to three times a week, so that will be a big motivator to achieve this goal. I also bought some cute work-out garb because every girl knows the value of looking the part in any situation!
Planning my garden!
3 months ago
I recently moved into a place that has enough space to plant a (very compact!) garden. Much of the usable space is heavily shaded by a pair of giant Catalpas, but with a little creativity and by sticking to smaller varieties, I think I can grow some exciting edibles. Because I love forest gardening so much, I know I’m going to grow at least a few low-maintenance perennial species, like black raspberries, thimbleberries, wild strawberries, nodding onions, and wild garlic. In honor of my Swedish grandmother, I might try some lingonberries as well. Herbs are a given, especially herbs that can grow in the shade. In the sunny space next to our kitchen, I’m going to grow annual veggies, like tomatoes, zucchini, potatoes, peas, peppers, and beans. I’m going to experiment with some techniques like companion planting, organic fertilizers, composting, and seed-saving on a small scale, so when I do move to an acreage someday, I’ll have a little bit of practical experience that I can apply in a larger garden.
