201. Geocache

DONE. Sept. 25th, 2017 I'm surprised how much fun I had! This is something I will definitely do again! Click here to read the story of the awesome day turned somewhat awry

202. Get on Next Available Flight

If you've seen Yes Man with Jim Carrey, this is the scene he and the gf to to Nebraska for a surprise weekend. This is that. Just being free to whatever may come. Step 1) Free your Weekend Step 2) Pack your bags Step 3) Go to airport (or book online in the parking lot to see what is next available flight since some places won't let you book a flight AT the airport) Step 4) Fly where ever the wind blows and enjoy the experience being completely open to life

203. Shoot a Handgun

DONE. 5/20/2012 The next step is to buy my own gun and obtain a conceal and carry. Protection is imperative. Read more here!

204. Own a Chinchilla

DONE. 1/2010 This was my VERY first item crossed off my bucket list. I got to spend a few years with this adorable and lovable creature. Read more about Jack here!

205. Pet or Own a Skunk

These cuties can be domesticated. I've ALWAYS wanted to pet one ever since I was little. Sadly it's only legal to own a skunk in 9 states. I'll find a way ;)

206. Be a Respected Leader

When does one truly know when they've "made it" as a leader? When they have that respect from their men?? I'm not sure if one ever really truly knows. But I will continue to better myself and strive to become that leader that I hope to be. CPT Winters is one of the best examples of leadership that I look up to.

207. Snorkel

DONE. 6/27/2010 I've done this numerous times now, but my first experience was in the Galapagos. Most recently I swam with Manatees in Belize. Crazy different experiences. Both life changing, awe inspiring, and incredible. Read about both!

208. Ice Climbing

Epic. Want.

209. Go Inside a Real Castle

DONE. 10/18/2013 THIS is Dracula's Castle (or Vlad's....whom Dracula was based off of). The experience was slightly anti-climactic, but awesome nonetheless. READ ABOUT IT HERE!!

210. Ice Fishing

I'm a native Wisconsinite, and I've never done this. Shame.......

211. Drift

Drift KINGSSS

212. Celebrate the Chinese New Year

In China, naturally

213. Take a cruise

Done! April 24th 2010. Dinner Band Cruise was the first cruise I took. Second being a 5 day cruise boat in the Galapagos. Click here to read the story!

214. Snowmobile

215. Windsurfing

216. Sailing

217. Ride a Segway

DONE. July 27th, 2012 The Gangster tour of Chicago. Click for the story!

218. Slide down a Fire House Pole

Are they even still in existence??

219. Ride in a Semi Truck

Mandatory horn honking involved

220. Ride in a Limo

221. Cut a Ribbon for a Ceremony

I guess I should become someone important first

222. Walk on Hot Coals

Or run if you're that guy

223. Hike a Glacier

224. Stand Near the Hollywood Sign

I saw it. But we hiked the wrong path to get there. So heartbreaking!

225. Earn above a 3.5 GPA

DONE. (College only) Spring and Fall semester 2011

226. Extreme Zip Lining

I have been zip lining before. But I want to over a canyon or a waterfall....or something

227. Have an Extreme Picnic

In the snow. On a ledge. In a tree. Pitch Black. In the middle of the road....

228. Read Shakespeare

229. Machu Picchu

Definitely one of the top things to see in the world. But to do so, one needs to hike the Inca trail to get there.

130. Route 66

231. Zorb

Ballin'!!!!

232. Attend an AKC competition

ALL THE PUPPIES!!

233. Ride a Double Decker Bus

Done. August 29, 2013 While in Rome, do as the Romans do.......or England/English.

234. Witness a Massive Explosion

Inspired by Mythbusters

235. Create a Chain Reaction.

Inspired by OK GO

236. Attend Comic Con

DONE. Feb 15th, 2015 Yes. That is the Delorean from Back to the Future!! Story is attached!

237. Enter an Eating Contest

This is one of the most intimidating items on my list

238. Hire PT or FT help

Nanny, driver, gardner, housekeeper, chef, etc, etc.

239. Taser someone

Muahahahahah!!!!!

240. Attend an Opera

Classy.

241. See a Symphony

DONE. April 9th 2016 Ryan I and went for our first anniversary together <3 <3

242. Sit in Box Seats

Done! Feb 14th, 2016 I didn't even realize I was able to cross this off until recently - we called it a suite. But...you know...semantics. Anyway - read more about it! Click here!

243. Eat Special Brownies

;)

244. Sleep in an Ice Hotel

Not to be confused with an igloo

245. Dance in a Flash Mob

I think the popularity of this has kind of come and gone. Nonetheless. It'd be fun

246. Tailgate

I went to a Christian College....we didn't know the meaning of the word "tailgate"

247. Be on a Reality/Game Show

Preferred type of show: Amazing Race :)

248. Own stock

249. Walk on the Red Carpet

I wouldn't care to be in front of the camera or behind it. Behind it would be more probable.

250. Save for Retirement

DONE. However, it's kind of just a savings fund for now - not for retirement per say.....