A friend saw this book and immediately thought of me. I am a list person so this is right up my alley. She also bought one for herself so we could do it together this year.
Of course, as soon as I received it I was all over it. 52 weeks!! That is so not going to happen. I had to literally put the book away before I got too far ahead.
The book is broken up into seasons. List 1 is your goals and dreams for this year. I had already completed this before the holidays as had my 2019 intentions done. Other lists include happiest moments in your life so far, favorite characters from books, movies etc. and favorite quotes. These are just a few in the winter section.
Over coffee my friend and I sit with our books and share our lists. Our goals and dreams for the year were not earth shattering and we had already talked about a few of them previous. For her a kitchen renovation is a high priority.
Some that sparked more interesting conversations were happiest moments in your life and soundtrack of your life right now. We changed the soundtrack to different periods of our lives. We shared memories that we likely wouldn’t have if not writing these lists. You know just things that wouldn’t have come up.
We met at work so there is a whole life-time of stories to share. The soundtrack was interesting as we YouTube the songs to listen to and told each other why they made the list. Where we where and what was happening during that period of our lives. It opened so many other conversations about relationships, regrets and possibilities.
A few lists that are coming up are favorite quotes, things you should ignore, things you treasure the most and your best qualities. I know these will spark conversations. I’m good with the quotes as I have a Pinterest board where I capture them. Best qualities – well that one I might be sitting on for a while.
Doing this project with a friend has been fun and interesting. We are getting to know each other on a different level. Sharing things that might not have every come up. Teasing out more information over the whys and where’s.
There are other 52 lists books out there also you might be interested in. There are 52 lists of togetherness and 52 lists of happiness. Any and all would be fun to do with family and friends.
I’m looking forward to continuing my winter lists and moving into spring, summer and fall. Looking ahead I see some interesting conversations coming up that.
You can always start now!
Wow, this sounds like a fabulous thing to do! I’m definitely ordering this book!
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It has been fun and flipping through a good variety of list – so conversations (even if just in your head!!)
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I liked, tweeted and pinned. Such a great way to organize lists in 52 of them so you could do them by week?? Great idea to have friends or family share with you – bet you get to discover people on a whole new level. 🙂
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These sound like a fun way to keep track of things! I like the way it is organised too.
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Yes it is neat. Will keep you all posted!
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Well, this is an interesting idea! I totally should make some of these lists. It’s even more fun that you’re doing this together.
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It is fun to do with someone. Getting to know friend a little better.
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I love the idea of this! Might have to be something I do next year.
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Check out the other books also.
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Things you should ignore- I love it. Sounds like a good book.
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Has been fun comparing list. Except a few more good conversations!
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Oh I just love this book I’m going to see if I can find one for myself. I’m definitely a list girl!
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It is fun. I’m trying not to go ahead too fast!!
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This book and your shared experience with it sounds great! I typically write out goals and lists in my planner, but I like the idea of having a journal dedicated to just those goals and lists.
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It should be interesting as a good variety of lists. Will keep you all posted on the ones I enjoy, struggle with and think are fun to share!
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Looking forward to it!
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In all our craziness over the remainder of the winter… my 52 lists book got pushed under my bed. Where I didn’t successfully make one single list! I tried list 1… and felt the list wasn’t good enough. However, I will be restarting this next week when springs ‘officially” hits with list number #14!
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I don’t think you have to do the lists in order. There were some fun ones before #14. Like favorite songs, favorite memories (or days). Have a flip back and check out a few. Do you want to post a page to do on Instagram and I’ll comment and give you a push!!
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I love this book. What a fantastic idea for the new year. Or even mid year. I always re-evaluate mid year (well, after kids get back in school). I’m on it!
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It is a neat book. The list of music of your life my friend and I sat with phones and YouTube playing out selections! Talk about a blast from the past!
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