How fitting you found me and this post, Portia, to honor my sister's short life and to show how fleeting our lives with so much to accomplish in numbered days. I applaud you for your achievements; Tracey would be so proud and on her behalf I send you her hug and smile knowing you have overcome.

Hug your babies every day no matter how big and old they get. Every July I bring Tracey's two boys to me to visit and see their grandparents. We watch the eldest who is so much his mother.

Thank you for sharing. I know.

OMG, I'M SO CRUSHED TO READ NO. 9! TRACEY WAS MY OB GYN. I WAS HER FIRST PT TO HAVE THE HONOR OF HER GOING THROUGH MY ENTIRE PREGNANCY ALTHOUGH SHE'D DELIVERED MANY BABIES BEFORE MINE. SHE WAS SO CALM & HELPFUL BEING THAT I WAS ONLY SIXTEEN. I'VE BEEN SEARCHING FOR HER FOR YRS SINCE I RETURNED TO CA FROM IL FIFTEEN YRS AGO. SHE WOULD BE PROUD TO KNOW THAT HER FIRST BABY IS NOW A HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATE ON HER WAY TO COLLEGE & I AM NOW A NURSE RETURNING TO SCHOOL THIS FALL TO OBTAIN MY BSN. MY CONDOLENCES TO YOUR FAMILY. I AM AT A LOSS FOR WORDS TRYING NOT TO SHED TEARS. SUCH A BEAUTIFUL SPIRIT, GONE TOO SOON. BE BLESSED.

Amazing, Jayme, what you have ignited, you really have lit a torch and now it goes around the world.

Lovely to know that you are into gems, I am about to have a ring made set with a turmaline, what a coincidence.

This has got to be one of the most rewarding blog posts of all time (next to "let's define PR which also went global for various reasons). 

Thanks, everyone for taking up the torch and pushing it onward. It's amazing to "see you" all. I'm a proud mama blogger. 

I took the challenge here is my list: http://kristinesimpson.com/2012/07/26/20-things-to-do-before-i-die/

Love this!! You really have m thinking and composing MY list! Thx

Here's calling for @Kaarina Dillabough to join this challenge. 

Here's today's post from  @Jason Konopinski 

http://www.jasonkonopinski.com/2012/07/24/10-things-i-want-to-do-before-i-die/

I'm so excited! 

my blog link is: http://www.mymarketingcompass.com

A list of sorts:

Record, via video, my life for my kids.

Using a by the decade format, put together a collage of the things that I did, didn't do and wish I had done.

The places, people and things that I saw, met and engaged in. Read them my poetry. Sing them my songs. Tell them my favorite jokes. Let them see the man their Father became.

Got into blue water in a 20ft Flicka sailboat: it has been around the world, is a trusty vessel and much admired by any real blue water sailor. I've harboured this wish for a long time. Maybe in my 60's I will get to do it. Count on it too!

Visit France again. Ride the trains and just look at the scenery. Sit still on a street corner all day and watch the people. Travel along the Canal Midi. Major waterway down the middle of the country that gives you a view not often seen.  Visit the museum of the French Foreign Legion. Visit Alpe D'huez and be amazed at that climb for a cyclist.

Speaking only French and blending into a culture I am keenly associated with as an Irish Gaul.

Take Amtrack across the country with my wife and let her see the whole shebang from the comfort of a private cabin. All the while just talkin' and resting and reminiscing and thinking as the land rolls bye. Go from Chicago to Portland, down to L.A. tthen back to Chicago. Then down to Louisiana and across to Jacksonville Fla and up to New York.  The home via Cleveland. Takes about a month to do right. That would be sweet.

Note:

I have lived in Africa, Europe and North America. so a lot of things are already done. I've been to many countries, sailed upon many waters, and visited and tasted many cultures. These things on this list are my biggies. I do have others, but they are for another day...

O.K. Jayme.

I'll post it in a little bit.

How exciting! @ginidietrich took up the meme and today on @spinsucks is her 10 things. @Hajra  also shares her post today/yesterday joining @C_Pappas @cirquedumot . 

I see common themes in these posts and also in those who answered in comments. I will revisit this topic; you've all inspired me to think further on this!!  Thank you!

Ah! Now I see you. I hope you fill all the list with 'job done' and then some. Billy

Love #2, learning to blow glass is on my bucket list!

I can't bring myself to comment on this today, with what's happened in Aurora, Colorado. It feels irreverent, yet I realize that our "Bucket Lists" are even more relevant in moments like this.

I'm thinking about all those lives cut short in the blink of an eye.

Young people in general believe they have all the time in the world. Those of us who've lived long enough to realize that every moment is a gift to be cherished are privileged to have been given that awareness. Know what I mean? 

My #1 Bucket List item changed today, from living on the road in an RV to simply appreciating this moment, right here, right now. Just being grateful for life, and not taking it for granted.

I can help you with #'s 1 and 12, Jayme! ¡Pura vida!

Much of my list would run way too personal, but yeah - there are so many things I'd like to do. And it's interesting seeing everyone's similar interests. FWIW, but a few of mine:

- French would be my language of choice - because I'd love to live in France, or at least vacation in Paris for a month. I want the time to truly appreciate that city.

- Have some F&F Jonesing for an Alaskan cruise but I'm with you on wanting the Med, including Greek isles.

- Some sporting events are on my 'lottery' list - The Kentucky Derby; not into horse racing but it's the event itself that'd be a cool experience.

- Wine country. Make enough $$ to visit some great wine regions all over the world. South Africa would be the bomb.

- Become a better cook. It's all about time and the tools and the talent; still want to develop this skill.

- Learn. More about art and literature and history and all the things I still don't know. Which is basically everything.

Nice! My list will run way too long. I think beyond a hundred. I found a few things touching in your list, like never having to say good bye to parents. Tough. Some things in life are just too much to accept. 

Here's some tidbits from my list : write a book that becomes such a huge success that I never have to do anything again (more like a dream actually); travel the world, learn at least four languages (besides the three I actually know!)

I misread your list and saw 'Glass Bowler." Took me a moment to realize what had happened.

In honor of my sister and on her behalf, Portia, I applaud you and send you the love she would had she been on this plane to receive you. What a fitting comment for this post; to know that life is fleeting and the days we have to accomplish what you have in the face of adversity are numbered.

Timely you've found me to learn this news. We said so long seven years ago in October. In July each year, I bring her kids -- two boys-- to stay with me and see their grandparents. They are with me now, and your sorrow is ours as we watch the eldest boy who is so much his mother.

Even after this long, I, too, shed wayward tears; it's so hard not to when you remember a loved one lost. Kiss your babies every day no matter how old and big they get to be. Thank you, Portia. Much warmth to you.

 @Kristinesimpson Just read your bucket list, Kristine; thanks for playing, sharing and sharing here, too! You know elementary Chinese? That's #RockHot! (And, early congrats on marrying your true love??!!)

 @Soulati | B2B Social Media Marketing Ok, you got me:) I'm up for the challenge and will complete it!

 @Billy_Delaney You did not disappoint. My goodness. This is heavenly, peaceful and spiritual. Thank you for sharing yourself. 

 @Billy_Delaney Ah, a world-traveled season business mind; things should get very interesting once you get your platform established - you have lots of valuable experience and insights to share with the community : )

Cheers Billy!

 @Billy_Delaney Please return with the blog link here, OK? Cool!

 @Soulati | B2B Social Media Marketing  @ginidietrich  @Hajra   @C_Pappas  @cirquedumot Geesh, I better get busy!  

 @Billy_Delaney Any chance you'd take up the meme, Billy? I bet your list would be fantastic -- like write an epic novel or something. 

 @BucketListJrny Wait, your ID is actually Bucket List Journey??? That's amazing. You're gonna have so much fun traversing this series! We have one over @C_Pappas and now over @susansilver I hope you share your post here, too, and thanks for stopping in!

 @New England Multimedia  Thank you for acknowledging Aurora, Michelle. We all need to be grateful for our life and do better than the best we can to make every moment count. 

 @New England Multimedia  I. Love. This.

"My #1 Bucket List item changed today, from living on the road in an RV to simply appreciating this moment, right here, right now. Just being grateful for life, and not taking it for granted."

I. Am. In.

 @mikepoynton Hey, You! I accept! Now where have you been? Busy, I hope and G plussing all over for you hotel client! I looked into coming down with books from library and all. Decided my kidlet just needs to be a tad older to accomplish that gorgeous country of yours.

Lovely seeing you, Mike! Thanks!

 @3HatsComm I love your partial list here; Wine in South Africa? I didn't know! You'd need to head directly on over to Australia, too! Thanks for sharing, Davina!

 @Hajra  Hey, Hajra...I can speak conversational Farsi and German; I minored in German in college, but all that literature translation has easily been forgotten. My Farsi is still third-grade level reading and writing, but I get by easily enough. Rusty for sure. 

P.S. This reply is in reference to your note over @C_Pappas ; thought I'd combine them!!  Thanks for sharing some thoughts...I still challenge you to take up the series at your house; heck, you can stamp your legacy with a longer list!

 @Mark_Harai  @TheJackB Uhmmm, Oh My.

 @TheJackB Blower, Bowler -it's all in the same soup.

 @Soulati | B2B Social Media Marketing Thanks!

 @Soulati | B2B Social Media Marketing The post will appear tomorrow. See what happens when you motivate (cough, kick me in the butt)?

 @Soulati | B2B Social Media Marketing You are one of the most honest online voices I know. There is no echo here at all. Original my darlin' you are just an original. Billy

 @Mark_Harai Thanks Mark, You are one of my online standards to follow. So, I've a lot to live up to and emulate. The platform is coming... from an honest and truthful place that I live in. Billy

 @Mark_Harai  @Billy_Delaney Indeed.

 @Mark_Harai  @ginidietrich  @Hajra   @C_Pappas  @cirquedumot No more excuses. Add @jasonkonopinski to the list, too!

 @Soulati | B2B Social Media Marketing I hear ya on the kid thing. Let me know when you want to pull the trigger. I can help you out with recommendations. Stay cool in Chi-town!

 @Soulati | B2B Social Media Marketing OMG! I'll have to get you to try some South African wine... lots of good stuff, if you can find it. (Avoid cheapy, critter wine.) 

 @Soulati | B2B Social Media Marketing  I took the challenge here! http://hajrakvetches.com/2012/07/20-things-before-i-say-goodbye.html

 @Soulati | B2B Social Media Marketing  @C_Pappas I will definitely put this in the pipeline. As it is I am planning to post very regularly over at my blog; this might help me fill in the space! :)

Farsi is one language that interests me; and if I get a chance, I might learn it. I know English, Hindi and Urdu. I can read, write and speak Arabic; but I can't understand it! Maybe a few words and sentences here and there; but still not fluent at it! 

 @Soulati | B2B Social Media Marketing No soup for you! Next.

 @Billy_Delaney One of the keys is your starting point... I like where you live and so do consumers who will spend their hard earned money for results you can get them.

 @Soulati | B2B Social Media Marketing  @Mark_Harai I believe I do have something to bring. I will do my best and thankyou. Billy

 @Soulati | B2B Social Media Marketing And we know how to ask for our shawarmas!  In Arabic! :)

 @Soulati | B2B Social Media Marketing  Contrary to popular belief almost everyone speaks English here and manages well! Really! But yes, knowing a few words always helps.

 @Hajra   @C_Pappas Wait, don't you live in the UAE? How does that work?