30 Before 30: Complete and Thank You!
August 1st, 2010 by Tonia
Hurray! I am very pleased to announce that as of July 29, 2010 I have finished all the items on my 30 before 30 list. It’s hard to believe I finished it nearly a month early considering I was out of the country for awhile. I’m so thrilled to have had an opportunity to challenge myself and do some fun things in the mean time too. My last 3 consisted of cooking something fancy, getting back on the piano again, and submitting to a conference.
Finished !!
Visit 5 new restaurants/museums, etc I have never been to Read a new book every quarter Visit the Grand Canyon – and preferably hike it Get back in the same shape I was in when I started undergrad 12 years ago Go to Las Vegas Go to Los Angeles Start recycling more Get another piercing Start playing the piano again Work on plan to keep in touch with long distance friends and family more often Hug someone at least once a week Start walking and biking more, which means, possibly buy a bike Become a home owner (or start the process) –> replaced with paying off debt Record a few songs with other musicians in the area Paint a canvas Learn a new craft Help someone else learn something new Go to a movie or a nice dinner by myself Attempt to make time for dating Submit to present at a conference Take a new dance class –> replaced with Krav Maga Make a new friend/contact every month (12) Learn to cook something fancy schmancy Go on an adventure Visit another country aside from Canada Improve my graphic design skills Expand my professional career building to another medium Have a me date every other month. Resist the urge to trade in my car Do something I never thought I’d do
As much as this was my own list, it wouldn’t have been possible without the help of several awesome people that I wanted to take time and mention now.
Debbie (@spellwight) – Her podcasting lesson helped me greatly for when I start podcasting as part of taking my professional experience to a new medium. Who knows if I will ever be as amazing as she is though.
Dani (@tsdivadani) & CJ (@twinklergirl) – Both of them were so willing and able to help me with my podcasting for dummies class also and I know I will probably be tapping into their knowledge in the future also!
The Smunch Crew (@SmunchPhoenix) – Part of the reason I was able to visit so many new establishments!
Becci (@design_gal) & Sami (@tambre) – Both went on my trip to the Grand Canyon with me and helped me with my new UX website.
Meghan (@accidentalwi) – Meghan’s 30th birthday accomplishments were part of what motivated me to start this list to begin with. She’s also been cheering me on to the finish line the entire time.
Kerri – Kerri’s been my Operation Sexy Bitch morning workout partner since I returned to the country. She’s also convinced me to run my first half marathon which I start training for this week.
The Divas – Being overseas wouldn’t have been as bearable without the greatness of the divas I was fortunate enough to be around while I was there. Love those girls!!
Angel (@angel) – Without Angel’s help I’m not sure my first trip to L.A. would’ve been as cool. I also now know about the areas of LA I see on 90210 and had my first bachelorette party!
Denise (@theguigirl) & Sarah (@sgmitch) – Also there to witness the day I was celebrating my wedding and having my birthday!!
Kayla – My BFF Kayla is amazing. She’s just all around been there for me whenever. Love her.
My Coworkers – They are rockstars for supporting my trip overseas and just being the best people ever!
Bob (@bizmarquis) & Jessy (@bizette) – Who knew I’d be assisting with the creation of a film? Not me, but I think Bob knew.
Noah (@pinkfedora) – Noah helped me with so many things!!! First and foremost he’s awesome. Secondly, he made it possible for me to sound good while I recorded music for the first time in ages and he was at my canvas painting party.
Nicholas (@hepnova) – The mastermind behind getting me on stage singing and recording once more. Also has been a great cheerleader!
Loveland Boutique (@lovelandaz) – What would I do without Loveland? Not only do they make me look fabulous, but they were responsible for the veil headband that caused me to be a future bride and hosted my canvas painting party!!
Jessica (@greyst) – I can’t thank her enough for always making sure I was staying on task & motivating me to complete my goals. She was always there when I needed her – including my canvas party!
Crystal (@crysohara) - Came with me to make me less embarrassed to paint at my canvas party. She along with everyone else, clearly outdid me though!
Melissa (@melissabalkon) – Melissa taught me how to sew a button and gave me a sewing kit to practice/use.
Interaction 11 (@ixdconf) – They do a good job of convincing you to submit a proposal to speak.. that’s for sure!!
Last but not least… my family! They were so encouraging of anything I wanted to do and are my most favorite people ever. I wouldn’t be half the person I am without them.
