Originally Posted by
kbarch
.........Lists are not plans, and these kinds of lists are merely affirmations of desires or opinions. They can help one sort through and prioritize options, but only make sense if the thing or activity is important to begin with.
For instance, the fascination with bucket lists seems to indicate a kind of acquisitiveness - a desire to accumulate notable "experiences" and knowledge of the wider world.
I have no bucket list yet myself.... but I have no problem with those that do... for whatever reason. I do have some things I really hope to see and do yet while I am still alive and well. They are of course for my own selfish enjoyment.
I could get hit while out cycling this afternoon... and never return home or ever create a "bucket list". Or maybe... get hit this afternoon and due to complications... realize if there are any loose ends in my life I will have an immediate need to tie them down. For this I would make one last list to accomplish my final preparations before I kick the bucket.
Years ago. I sold men's suits. It was common for elderly or sickly older men to stop in (often times with there spouse) and select a last suit. From time-to-time (even though the pants were unfinished) no alteration ticket was needed. These were suits to be worn for a showing. And... they would be worn soon.
I have a suit that will look fine in a coffin.
My papers are organized and filed.
I would compile a current up-to-date list of POC's names, phone numbers, mailing and emailing addresses.
My wife would need a scanner (its a wifi combo printer-scanner) icon on her desktop. (very low on the list priority).
I have some old friends I'd like to meet with (if possible) and say goodbye to.
A little thinking would certain expand on this list.... I am sure. And MAYBE a last (even if questionable) bike ride would be on the list. I have extra bicycles... and if time is limited anyway.....