How I Did with My Winter Bucket List and Sharing my Spring Bucket List

Today is the official start of spring and this week the Quarterly Bucket List Bloggers and I are once again hosting a link up for goals/lists/resolutions/etc. that we'd like to tackle this spring.

I'll share my spring bucket list but first let's take a quick look back on how I did with my winter list. I had no idea just how cold and snowy this winter was going to be when I made up our list but I am so thankful that I did! The list helped me focus on some fun things while often feeling like I was trapped inside. 

 

How I did with my winter bucket list: 

1. Celebrate Christmas with the family--Check! 


2. Enjoy my husband's executive Christmas party at Via--Check! It was delicious and oh so fun to visit with everyone.  

The only photos I even thought to take were of my food; kicking myself for not getting a photo of my husband and I

3.Check out some Christmas lights-- Check? I did see some while we were out and about but we never went out specifically to see the lights. 

4.Celebrate Alec's 20th birthday-- check!


5.Try to squeeze in at least 3 date nights-- Nope! We only managed 2 

In January we went to Cedar's steakhouse, February we just could not get the weather to work in our favor, but we went out the first weekend in March to Patriot Place and had a delicious dinner. 

 

6.Celebrate Valentine's day -- Check! I made cards, bought gifts for the guys, and made up a try of no bake peanut butter bars. 

7. Go on some winter hikes or snowshoe hikes --Check!

 

8. Read by the fire --Check! 

9.Go see Wicked with Alec-- Check! 

 


10.Try at least 2 new card making techniques --Check! I learned letterpressing and painter's tape technique. 

painter's tape technique

 

letterpress

11.Take Evan to North Carolina one last time before he starts college--check! We planned a 3 night 4 day trip and got stuck there for a week. 


12.Practice using my calligraphy pen/ink set at least once a month! -- Nope, I forgot all about this one so I'll move it to next season. 

13.Use my photo ball to take photos-- Nope, I didn't remember this one either. 

14.Paint at least 2 more paintings-- check!

 

15.Work on at least 1 watercolor project -- Check!
 


My Spring Bucket List (March 20th- June 21st)

1. Go on blogging ladies trip

2. Move Alec back home from college

3. Go to Utah to visit several national parks

4. Practice using my calligraphy pen/ink set at least once a month

5. Head to Acadia with my husband to celebrate our 25th wedding anniversary

6.  Go on lots of lovely hikes! 

7.  Celebrate Ian's 22nd birthday

8. Go kayaking!

9. Read on the back deck or patio

10. Go see Lion King at the PPAC with Alec

11. Paint at least 2 more paintings

12. Go to a museum

13. Eat breakfast &/or lunch outside

14. Visit some local small businesses 

15. Try some new recipes 

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Comments

  1. HollyMarch 20, 2026 at 6:30 AM

    Great job on making your winter bucket list happen! Ok I can't wait to read all about your trip to Utah and the parks- how exciting- a hiker's dream!

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    1. Joanne March 20, 2026 at 9:10 AM

      Thank you! I can't wait for our Utah trip. I hope we get to do lots of hiking.

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  2. GinaMarch 20, 2026 at 7:28 AM

    Well now I need to sit down and create one of these lists for myself! Something that does not just include home repairs and chores...ha!

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    1. Joanne March 20, 2026 at 9:10 AM

      Yes! Definitely a for fun list that doesn't include home repairs and chores.

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  3. Lyssy in the CityMarch 20, 2026 at 7:34 AM

    Sounds like a great spring ahead! I'm looking forward to the cherry blossoms in Central Park.

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  4. Kim CarberryMarch 20, 2026 at 8:23 AM

    You did great with your winter bucket list and had so many memorable moments.
    It sounds like you have some great plans for spring!

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  5. Dara @ Not In JerseyMarch 20, 2026 at 8:38 AM

    Sounds like you're going to have a fun spring!

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  6. EricaStaMarch 20, 2026 at 9:09 AM

    You inspire me... yes, I should make a list too. Fun!
    Greetings by Heidrun ❤️

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  7. EllibelleMarch 20, 2026 at 11:31 AM

    You did so well with your winter bucket list, really impressive! And you got such fun plans for spring. Lots of things to look forward to!

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  8. Heather{Our Life In a Click}March 20, 2026 at 12:09 PM

    You did really well on your winter bucket list! I'm impressed by it all! I'm so excited about spring but I don't have a list yet.

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  9. PamelaMarch 20, 2026 at 12:28 PM

    Great post! I'm going to work on a Spring Bucket List post, what better way to celebrate Happy Spring today!

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  10. Jodie's Touch of StyleMarch 20, 2026 at 1:18 PM

    Your paintings are fabulous and I love those two new card techniques.
    Xoxo
    Jodie

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  11. Lindsay's Sweet WorldMarch 20, 2026 at 1:31 PM

    You did so great on your list! That's so exciting that you're going on another girls blogging trip! How fun!

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  12. AnonymousMarch 20, 2026 at 7:15 PM

    I usually only do a summer bucket list, but I was intentional about planning some winter family stuff (last winter, since I'm just going to say it is spring!) and it really helped us to get out and do more! You are so lucky to have a fun blogging girls trip! Enjoy!

    Carrie
    curlycraftymom.com

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  13. Lisa notes...March 20, 2026 at 7:51 PM

    Squeezing in 2 date nights is still ahead of the game for most couples, so congratulations. :) You have such beautiful snow photos. We actually got an inch of snow ourselves on Monday in Alabama, but it all melted within an hour. I see that Wicked for Good is now streaming on Peacock so I look forward to seeing it soon. Right now our TV only gets March Madness basketball games. ;)

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    1. Joanne March 21, 2026 at 7:16 AM

      Thank you! We try to aim for at least one date night each month.

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  14. Chrissy TMarch 20, 2026 at 8:56 PM

    Look at you!!! You rock!!! I love this! So inspiring!!!!!! I am going to make one for spring now!!!!! I make tentative ones in my mind or simple ones monthly. But I like this idea of season to season.

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  15. Tanya March 20, 2026 at 10:31 PM

    Love your paintings! How fun to have another musical on the calendar.

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  16. MarshaMarch 20, 2026 at 10:53 PM

    I love Wicked and have seen it many times (and hope to see it even more). I loved the movies, too! Happy 25th anniversary! I envy you going on a girls blogging trip. I really need to find some bloggers close to me who would be interested in getting to know each other!

    https://marshainthemiddle.com/

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    1. Joanne March 21, 2026 at 7:18 AM

      I haven't seen the movies yet but Alec and I both agree that we want to know that we finally saw the show.

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  17. JeanieMarch 21, 2026 at 8:29 AM

    I'd say you did a great job on that bucket list. And with the new one, you have a good spring to look forward to! Have you seen "The Lion King" before? I've been twice and now it's coming back this season. I might have to go again!

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    1. Joanne March 21, 2026 at 8:04 PM

      Thank you! I haven't seen the Broadway production of The Lion King.. just the Walt Disney World show in the Animal Kingdom park (and the movie of course).

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  18. Jen WhiteMarch 21, 2026 at 10:11 AM

    This is such a fun post to read. I love that you have big and little things to look forward to. Your paintings...wow!! Spring looks to be fun too!

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  19. JoyceMarch 21, 2026 at 5:32 PM

    Utah will be fun! That's on my list too, but not for spring. Your post reminded me to check my list : ) Looking forward to that #1 item on your spring list!

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    1. Joanne March 21, 2026 at 8:05 PM

      Thanks! I was so excited to realize it's just a few short weeks away already.

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  20. RuthMarch 22, 2026 at 7:12 AM

    I’m excited for number 3 on your spring bucket list! You checked off nearly all your winter bucket list. Go you!!

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    1. Joanne March 22, 2026 at 10:13 AM

      I can not wait for our Utah trip; though I am curious how it will work this year since it seems like most of the National parks are doing away with the timed entry reservations.

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  21. Veronica LeeMarch 23, 2026 at 1:10 AM

    Way to check off those winter goals!
    Looks like you’ve set yourself up for an exciting spring ahead--can’t wait to see what’s next!

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  22. nicole orriensMarch 24, 2026 at 4:25 AM

    Well done Joanne. You almost achieved all of them!

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  23. Lisa R Howeler of Boondock RamblingsMarch 24, 2026 at 8:02 PM

    Looks like you accomplished a lot!! Glad to see it and all the things you did!

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  24. Leslie Roberts ClinganApril 3, 2026 at 12:57 PM

    First let me say I love your art work. Aren't snow-covered trees just beautiful? And fun to paint. Hope you are displaying your art around the house or sharing with others. And your cards are always works of art, too. Love the peacock feathers!! Absolutely love the photo you took of the snowy forest. LOVE me some snow.
    What kind of snow shoes do you wear? We looked at buying the metal things you attach to your hiking boots but my daughter used them with little luck so we have just stuck with hiking boots.
    The set from Wicked looks amazing. I am sure that was 'core-memory-making' experience. My daughter keeps referring to making core memories for her son/my grandson.
    You know I love seeing pics of your outdoor breakfasts and books. Looking forward to seeing those this spring and pictures of your hikes and art. Share any recipes you try and like. I am so sick of cooking. Hope the bloggers weekend is a fabulous time.

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    1. Joanne April 3, 2026 at 1:18 PM

      Aw, thank you! I have older paintings framed and hung around the house but none of the new ones I've been painting these last couple of years have made it out of my painting room yet. I have these snowshoes-- https://www.amazon.com/dp/B076VV7DW5?th=1. We tried a few pairs on at a local Audubon place and learned what features we wanted before buying.

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