Bucket List: 10 Things to Try This Spring
Spring is the most hopeful season of the year. Along with the warmer days and budding blooms that symbolize spring also come the hopes of dining outdoors, the confidence to throw on that new floral sundress, and the exciting feeling of trying new activities. I’ve always been an advocate of making seasonal to-do lists in order to keep life interesting. Today I have a few ideas up my sleeve that will have you ready to embrace any adventure that comes your way before Labor Day. Without further ado, here are 10 spring adventures that have made my bucket list…
1. Go to an outdoor music festival.
In the past few years, I have come to associate the month of April with Coachella. If you have never been, there is no better time to go than now (the lineup this year is amazing!). And if you’ve been before…do I even have to convince you? For those of you who don’t live in Southern California, be sure to look into Mile High Music Festival, Outside Lands, Lollapalooza, and Bonnaroo, which are all in the summer.
2. Go on an impulsive weekend road trip.
The best kinds of road trips are the ones that happen in a spur of the moment decision. Pick a place you have always wanted to visit (I’m dying to go to Big Sur), grab your best friend or boyfriend, and just make it happen. Be sure to bring a cool camera to take snapshots along the way.
3. Create a cozy patio set up for springtime entertaining.
My apartment has a darling little back patio that is just begging to be used for an al fresco dinner party. This spring, I vow to add outdoor furniture, twinkle lights, and potted succulents to make the space inviting and useful. If you have a patio, I encourage you to do the same!
4. Springify your closet.
There’s nothing like a bit of spring-cleaning to help get you excited for new warm-weather wardrobe staples. Donate items you haven’t worn in a while, and reorganize the clothing and accessories you plan to keep for a fresh perspective. It will give you a good idea of what to add to add to your spring shopping list.
5. Hike to the highest spot in town.
Los Angeles has some pretty amazing hiking spots that are especially enjoyable on a gorgeous spring day. This season, take advantage of getting a good workout and enjoying the view by hiking to the highest spot in your town. You might even see your city in a whole new light.
6. Volunteer once a week.
Volunteering once a week this spring (and beyond!) is so rewarding, and it will enrich your life. I highly recommend researching a food bank, soup kitchen, or inner city school closest to you and lending a hand. It doesn’t even need to be once a week—even going once a month will make a difference, and it will make you feel good in return.
7. Learn how to nurture.
Practice cultivating something this spring… Whether that means planting an herb garden, bringing home your first goldfish, or buying a puppy, learning to take care of something else will give you a broadened outlook on life.
8. Learn how to bake a pie.
I’ve always wanted to learn how to bake a pie from scratch, and this season I’ve decided to make it happen. Bake a pie with seasonal spring fruits like rhubarb, strawberries, or cherries.
9. Add a flea market addition to your home.
While you may be quite familiar with the flea markets in your area, a vintage splurge might not happen every time you make the trip. Promise yourself one special purchase at your local flea market that you will love in your home. It will refresh your décor for the changing seasons and get you excited about adding more new pieces in the future.
10. Add a few sun kissed strands to your hair.
In my opinion, one of the best parts about spring is that it leads into summer! Get your tresses beach-ready by adding in a few highlights. If your hair is chestnut brown, throw some golden strands into the mix. If you’re a redhead, try a bit of strawberry blonde. And if you have golden locks, bright blonde is the way to go.
What spring to-dos are on your bucket list?
Write our your 10 ideas in the comments below!
xx
Allison
Team LC
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Thanks for the inspiration. I am baking a pie this weekend for my 30 by 30 Bucketlist! Check it out at www.abbys30by30.blogspot.com -
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Spring hasn't really sprung yet here in MI, it's snowing right now :/ but my list would be this:
1. New hairstyle
2. Clean out the closet
3. Host a game night
4. Run a half marathon
5. Go on a day trip
6. Amp up my spring style
7. Do somthing different/exciting everyday
8. Hike the dunes
9. Do radom acts of kindness
10. Picnic in the park -
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I'm so excited for Spring this year! There are so many things i want to do. Starting with really working on my Youtube channel.
Check out this I <3 Spring video i made! http://youtu.be/FfE7LhwUgRg -
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I like the idea of getting out of town for a couple of days, but I am a big planner... planning's the fun part for me ;)
I'd love to try the wallpaper in my closet!
Yay for pies! I'd like to make a strawberry and raspberry pie. -
What a great list, I can't wait for Coachella! One thing to correct though: Mile High Music Festival hasn't happened since 2010. -
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I love this idea! Im from Monterey which is maybe 20 minutes from Big Sur, and I can tell you it's completely worth a weekend trip. Especially if you love hiking swimming and beautiful redwoods. Im going to take your advice and head up this weekend.
Love spring but i can not wait for summer!!! -
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I always think Spring is a time for Love and happiness.. I'm working on building better relationships this Spring, falling in Love (over & over again... with anything!), celebrating a happy heart and moving forward with my life in a happy place! Anyone else feel like spring isn't only a time to clean your house... but to also spring-clean your mind, heart and body???
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These are all great ideas! I am actually adding highlights to my hair in two weeks! And I'm working on the closet thing... have 4 bags of things to send off to Goodwill! -
I love this Ideas!...
I plan to take a tour on my city... I just moved and I do not know anything but my way to work and school... -
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1. Cultivate something - I plan on planting a few herbs and flowers this spring. Although I've missed tulip planting season (apparently its in the fall!?)
2. Bake gluten free pastries
3. Spring clean the house
4. Spruce up the blog
5. Taking from this entry - impromptu shopping trip!
6. Visit more parks in my city
7. Laser hair removal!
8. Different hair styles other than ponytail and hair down (tons of tutorials on LC that I want to try out).
9. Donate unwanted items and declutter
10. Taking steps to reduce my ecological footprint.
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