My 101 in 1,001 (Updated)
Inspired by Melanie over at Daily Guilt (and numerous other blogs originating at Triplux), here are my 101 in 1,001 starting Thursday, January 1, 2009 and ending on Thursday, September 29, 2011.
The Mission:
Complete 101 preset tasks in a period of 1001 days and photograph each item as it is completed if possible.The Criteria:
Tasks must be specific (ie. no ambiguity in the wording) with a result that is either measurable or clearly defined. Tasks must also be realistic and stretching (ie. represent some amount of work on my part).Why 1,001 Days?
Many people have created lists in the past – frequently simple goals such as new year’s resolutions. The key to beating procrastination is to set a deadline that is realistic. 1001 Days (about 2.75 years) is a better period of time than a year, because it allows you several seasons to complete the tasks, which is better for organizing and timing some tasks such as overseas trips or outdoor activities.
Click on the link above to learn more about the 101 in 1,001 concept. You can see Melanie’s results here. I wonder if I can do almost half of them like she did… I have started myself off easy with one I’ve accomplished just by starting, as this was a feat in itself.
Tasks completed: 20/101
Last task completed: Donate Blood
Last updated: 5/20/10.
Task Key:
Not Started
In Progress (% complete)
Accomplished (with the date)
Freebie = Open slot for new tasks which come up during the process (All Freebie’s Assigned – 2010)
OVERALL
001. Actually write and begin my “101 in 1,001”. (1/1/09)
002. Inspire someone else to make a “101 things in 1,001 days” list
FINANCIAL/CAREER
003. Create a will
004. See a financial specialist(10/9/09)
005. Become Debt Free (March 2010)
006. Purchase a home
007. Buy Kimberly a new car(3/25/10)
008. Catalog all items in home with photos for insurance
009. Track All Incoming Expenses using software(2009)
LEARNING/PERSONAL GROWTH
010. Take Skiing Lessons
011. Take Surfing Lessons
012. Learn to play an instrument
013. Complete Rosetta Stone Spanish Level 1
014. Complete Rosetta Stone Spanish Level 2
015. Complete Rosetta Stone Spanish Level 3
016. Take a sushi making course
017. Complete a dance course with Kimberly
018. Take a digital photography class
019. Read The Bible (or summary thereof)
020. Read The Torah (or summary thereof)
021. Read a book about Buddhism
022. Take a Yoga Class
023. Complete a series of Tennis Lessons
024. Complete a Series of Golf Lessons (Again)
025. Learn to play 5 new board games (3/5)
026. Become a PADI Certified Diver
027. Learn to Bake a Cake(April 2010)
028. Learn to ride a Bike (again)
029. Attend a Stunt Driving School/Course
TRAVEL
030. Visit James in Germany (5/14-5/25/09) – See Gallery
031. Travel to Italy
032. Take the LA Metro Train on a tour of LA
033. Travel to London
034. Visit 2 other “New 7 Wonders of the World” (Or Finalist) (1/2 New, 4/21 total)
035. Go Camping in Yellowstone
036. Take a “Guys Road Trip” (again)
037. Go to Tokyo with James
038. Take a cruise
ENTERTAINMENT
039. Watch all 100 AFI Top American Films which I have not yet seen (24/100)
040. Attend a Bonfire (3/28/09)
041. Tour the Getty Center
042. Take a complete tour of LACMA
043. Have my Tarot cards read
044. Get a Thai massage
045. Attend a concert at Walt Disney Hall
046. Ride a Vespa (or other Scooter)
047. See Elton John in concert
048. Read 5 books I own or acquire (2/5)
049. Read 10 books I own or acquire
050. Read a book of Philosophy
051. Compete in a Poker Tournament (Outside of PGA) (6/20/09)
052. Attend a Hollywood Forever Screening
053. Attend a Soccer Match
054. Go Roller Skating
055. Go Ice Skating
056. Fly a Kite (5/15/10)
057. Sky Dive
058. Attend 3 Broadway Shows
059. Swim with Dolphins or Sharks
060. Visit the Rose Bowl Swap Meet
061. Go on a Hot Air Balloon trip (4/4/2010)
062. Dine at Club 33(4/17/2010)
FOOD
063. Cook a complete meal for at least 3 guests
064. Drink no beverages but Tea and Water for One Month
HOME
065. Frame and hang posters from under bed or discard them
066. Organize all receipts and toss old ones
067. Leave the TV off one day a week for 1 month(No TV Thursday’s – April 2010)
068. Buy a fish tank (and fish!) for the house
069. Create an “Earthquake Kit” for Kimberly and I
RELATIONSHIPS / FRIENDS
070. Give ten “just because” gifts to friends (10/10)(2009-2010)
071. Spend an entire day with each of my new siblings (1/5)
072. Help a friend with a home improvement project
073. Organize a party for friends at the Edison
PERSONAL
074. Lose 10 Pounds
075. Lose 20 Pounds
076. Lose 40 Pounds
077. Run a 5K Marathon
078. Hike Runyan or Temescal Canyon (6/09)
079. Get a different haircut or color (Beard: Jan 2009-Current)
080. Stick to a night time facial regimen for 3 months (2/25/09)
081. Attend regular gym classes or workouts with Kimberly for 2 months
082. Develop and adhere to a new vitamin regimen for at least 1 month (7/18/09)
WEB / Computer / Technical
083. Start a website for my new family
084. Delete all unneeded music from iTunes
085. Get Netflix list down to under 100 movies/tv shows at least once
086. Complete Video Project of Childhood Videos
087. Attend a class for learning FCP or other editing software
088. Learn to make, and then create HDR Photos
089. Convert from PC to Mac system (3/10/09) – View Gallery
090. Complete Family Tree project
091. Distribute Final Tree to family members
092. Complete 3 Video Games I own then sell/donate them
GOOD WILL & GREEN
093. Donate day to Habitat For Humanity
094. Go one month without accepting any plastic bags (outside of home)
095. Go one month without using any plastic bottles
096. Donate Blood (5/19/10)
097. Donate technical skills to charity or non profit
098. Donate $5 for every goal/task not completed.
ETC…
099. Learn to change my own oil in my car
100. Have a drink with/of every main alcohol group
101. Establish a “signature man drink” (Single Malt Whisky – 2010)
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