I have spent the past two weeks thinking about things I want to be about during year 30. At first I thought the list would take shape like a 30 for 30, but then I decided why limit myself? As I reflected on my 30x 30 list most of what I wanted to accomplish was not that far out of reach, which was in part sensible, but I really want to focus on dreaming bigger and hoping for more–so, the list is a work in progress. I am hopeful that I will be able to update the list and check things off throughout the year and continue to add. This is VERY much a work in progress.
In no particular order other than how I wrote it down, starting with the back page:
Vist Swetter.
See Jonah graduate from High School.
Take a road trip somewhere and take good pictures.
Share only honest thoughts on my blog, preferably weekly.
Grow closer to the girls from HS so we can talk about relevant things that matter to us, not just big picture updates. I want to grow and learn from these woman, not just share about the past.
Treat Kels and Joey like the adults they are becoming.
Know my neighbors, especially Whitney.
Expand my Mill City bubble.
Communicate more frequently with Dani and Nate.
Be proud of the Western Region Site Books and RAMP preparation.
Have a monthly adventure.
Actually have quiet time 4x a week in the morning.
Listen to one additional sermon weekly.
Be credit card debt free.
Buy a new car.
Be training for something.
Know what health is with and for Eric and Cornell.
Own a dog. 
Be closer to Andrew.
Mentor someone.
Advance the prayer team at church.
Know how to pray for the small groups I coach–support them well.
Have peace with Monika, or at least about Monika.
Go to the Guthrie 3x.
Out fish Dad.
Know what a healthy diet looks like for me.
Read one new book a month and talk about it. Maybe start a book club.
Have a plan for graduate school.
Go to 3 concerts.
Care for Ben, Bekah and Apple, have good conversations frequently.
Regularly meet with K Smith and Sara WG.
Support and know Lauren and Leah’s AD experiences.
Use the United States Postal Service at least 3x a month.
Know love. Have authentic companionship.
In at least six communities have community members know my name when I call them.
Continue to care for summer staff well. Specifically Lauren, Erica, Laine, Max, Smokebear, Chet and Becky.
I thought of something good while I was trying to fall asleep last night, I think it had something to do with B Hawk, but I didn’t think to write it down. I am sure this list will evolve and grow. I am excited for push back and accountability. I am excited to see how the Lord uses this and challenges me in this. More and more I am recognizing the need to be intentional and deliberate. Looking forward, recognizing it is good and getting better.
Posted by jenilyn on August 27, 2011 at 3:59 am
yes please!!!!!
Posted by Becky on August 27, 2011 at 4:32 am
I love your list! And, I think that for me, it should be something like “do something different than lunch with B-Hawk…something that doesn’t involve McD’s or her kids (although they are great).”