Start Your Life Passport

My United States passport is expired. I keep meaning to get it renewed, but the reality is, with upcoming career changes, I don’t see myself needing it anytime soon. And I haven’t added anything to my “bucket list” in years because I haven’t been inspired to. My bucket list is rather full. I filled it when I was younger. Feels like I had more life and energy then — when I wanted to conquer the world.  I’ve already lived out that song by Tim McGraw, Live Like You Were Dying. I’ve been skydiving, mountain climbing, and actually made it more than 2.7 seconds on a bull I named Fumanchu (I couldn’t walk for three days, but it was worth it). If you know the song, I also learned to love deeper, speak sweeter, and to forgive. I’ve raised an amazing son, cultivated lifetime friendships, and meaningful work.  I’ve been immersed in rain forests. On safari in Africa, and made summit on Mt. Kilimanjaro. I’ve tasted the croissants in Europe. I discovered what authentic happiness was while visiting third world countries. I’ve been deep sea fishing with a 70-pound marlin dance on my fishing line. Been to Mardi Gras, and to the Olympics. Been pampered on a fancy cruise line. Snorkeled in one of the top ten places in the world. Been zip lining. Meditation retreats. And the list goes on.  I can find myself a bit amazed at all the experiences I’ve had, and I’m only forty-five. While at the same time, the...
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