my bucket list.

012709 10:55 PM

Current mood: blank
Listening to: Over My Head by the Fray

I was about to go to bed yet something pushed me to grab my laptop and just type away. Guess I’m not ready to doze away to dreamland just yet. Actually I was battling with myself the whole day on how to go about with this blog since I’m always out of ideas. I considered republishing my old write-ups from my previous blog. At one point I wanted to change my blog address again (for the nth time!), and I even brainstormed for a whole lot of possible topics for entries.

Now, how’s this for a blog entry, eh? My very own Bucket List! Haha! How original. Read on. Maybe you’ll get a better glimpse on what a fascinating and extraordinary person I am.

Publish a book (note: beat Rowling and Meyer)
It’s a passion – my only passion. From the moment I received my first diary, I knew that I’ve always wanted to be a writer. It’s like a mission – to get something out there; to have something to share with the world. I may not be an ideal hero but I can make a difference from where I stand – through what I write. It’s like sharing a piece of me.

Direct a movie
It’s one of my many frustrations. It’s fun to do, you know, being the man (or woman) behind the camera. It’s a different feeling. I was never intrigued by the spotlight. Being behind cam or just by being part of the production crew could be a different kind of fulfillment. I wanted to be in film school but I never got the chance. Just to let you in on a secret: I bagged the Best Director in a play once…in high school.Haha!

Launch a fashion line
Recently, I’m fascinated with fashion. I don’t know why but suddenly I find myself being drawn to criticizing outfits on Gossip Girl, watching Project Runway and scooping for new fashion trends in magazines. Haha!

Ride in a hot air balloon
It’s very old-school but way, way magical. I want to get proposed to while taking a ride in one, and get this – with fireworks!

Join an activist rally
I haven’t experienced being in one yet. It would be incredible to be a part of history, don’t you think? To be a part of something that was built from courage and strong set of principles will truly be a legacy for my future grandchildren to look up to.

Travel around Europe
My ultimate destination! If I can’t tour the whole globe, Europe must have me, at least. There are lots of beautiful places to go to and I want to visit them one by one! And I’ll even bring along my very own Vespa!

Join a Forensics team (CSI better be ready)
An obsession, maybe? Haha! It would really make me look like one tough chick! The way I see it, collecting fingerprints, DNA, and other sorts of evidence looks like a cool, hardcore job. As much as I want to admit it, seeing the mystery unfold before my eyes gives me a different kind of high.

Skydive???
Don’t know about this one but I believe this task holds the top spot on other people’s bucket lists so I might as well include this in mine.

Watch a Broadway production
New York…here I come. Wicked is at the top of my list.

Record/produce an album
I really liked what Peyton did on One Tree Hill. She was able to convince some well-known and big-time artists and bands to record an album for free, the proceeds of which would go to a foundation. I really want to do that too, something for a cause. And besides, I’m not a bad singer myself (only in the shower, haha!).

Star in a music video
I don’t mind being a back-up dancer or being just a passer-by or one of the background props. But being Jesse Macartney’s leading lady wouldn’t hurt either. (wink!)

Witness the Olympics
I think it’s a once in a lifetime chance for the host country to really showcase what they’re made of so being in the Olympics isn’t just about watching different teams going for the gold; it’s also about experiencing different cultures and understanding the very essence of achieving global friendship and unity.

Shave my head???
It stands for a fresh start…a new beginning…a second chance (at a more beautiful hair, maybe. Haha!).

Learn to master a musical instrument
I had piano and organ lessons when I was little but it didn’t last very long. I eventually grew tired and bored. My next prospect – the guitar!

Eat an out-of-this world delicacy
Snakes, rats, insects – I’m up for it! Maybe I should have auditioned in Pinoy Fear Factor.

Swim in the Dead Sea
I can swim and swim to my heart’s content and wouldn’t get drowned. How majestic is that?

Meet my heroes: Paulo Coelho and Natalie Portman
They’re such an inspiration, hands down!

Go on a date with a Royal
I’m setting my sights on a duke or an earl. Princes cause too much drama!

Kiss in the rain
Like that particular scene in romantic movies. I’d like to try this with the one person I would like to kiss for the rest of my life.

These are what I’ve came up with…for now. I’m sure there are lots to consider as Bucket List potentials. Now that I’ve got free time on my hands, I’m certain that I can think of more. You know what they say, an idle mind is a devil’s workshop. Haha! Kidding.

Xoxo, Yan

P.S. My NCLEX eligibility letter arrived. I’m up for another hurdle. Game on!