Task #7 - Go to a Drive-In

I think it's safe to say that most people adore that "Grease" era - the 50s. A time where dates didn't consist of dinner following a movie, but actually where dinner was eaten in front of a movie being projected at the drive-in.

It's cute and classic so I had it on my bucket list just to experience something that wasn't typical from my generation. In Johannesburg there is a drive-in called Velskoen Drive-In and unfortunately it is shutting down and moving elsewhere. So we had to race to go and see the final showings. It was pretty cool, being able to stay in the comfort of your own car, eat as much food as you want, play on the playground (which I didn't do but it was an option) and tune in to a frequency to listen to the film being shown.

 I had so much fun and it was such an experience. It's sad to think that in 20 years time there will probably be no more drive-ins to visit!

Task #6 - Visit Bilbao

Bilbao is famous for the Guggenheim Museum. It's a massive structure made out of metal and stone to form an art gallery where the building is an artwork in itself.

I decided to check out this Northern "Spanish" city for a weekend and what I found was exactly the opposite to what I was expecting.

For starters - I was told because Bilbao was an industrial hub back in the day so I was told it is filthy! Those people were incredibly wrong. Granted - one can tell that smog can collect there but it was very clear when I visited. It's a city where things are SO different from each other that they somehow work. A renaissance style building right next to a bright Art Deco building - yet they contrast each other so much that it makes them seem like they fit! It's rather spectacular.

Secondly, I have no idea why but I was expecting the Guggenheim to be small. Quite the contrary! It is a massive building and it really stands out from everything else. The artwork inside is rather amazing as well. It completely messes with your head. The first exhibition are iron sculptures made by the artist Richard Serra. He makes these massive sculptures that are kind of like mazes but they make you incredibly confused. There is an entire floor dedicated to David Hockney who basically creates smaller images and pieces them together to make jigsaw puzzle-like landscapes. It's pretty fascinating!

Bilbao is a good place to visit for a weekend and you can see everything in 48 hours! So a very easy stop over for anyone up North :)

Task #5 - Chalk my Hair

It's the best invention - a crazy colour that can be put in your hair and then washed out the next time you shower. Chalk!!! My friend and I saw all these amazing photos on the internet of people trying it, and although our hair did not look as elegant and pretty afterwards it sure did look pretty cool.

My Blue Hair!!!!

Besides it was "colouring in" our hair :) I definitely think that hairdressers should offer this as an option of dye :)

 If anyone else feels the need to try this out you can find a tutorial on: http://thebeautydepartment.com/2012/01/chalk-it-up/

Keep checking in <3

Task #4 - Sleep under the stars

Despite all my adventures, I've never gone camping. I'm more of a hotel - or at least a proper bed - kind of girl, but I wanted to make an exception.... So, rather than sleeping in a tent outside in nature, I slept outside on my terrace with my friends, Kate, Heidi, & Malin. We got some wine and set up some blankets and mattresses and fell asleep.

It was beautiful, saw so many stars and we could even see a few planets! It was one of the most amazing experiences I've ever had! Waking up in the middle of the night and having the stars right there was unbelievable. It was such a calming experience and one of the best sleeps I've ever had.

Morning Sunrise

My village at 7am

I'm recommending it to everyone! Such a terrific thing to have on your bucket list!!!

 My bed for the night! :)

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Deleting from My Bucket List

I'm sort of making up my own rules about my bucket list, and I have decided that I am allowed to delete activities once I do more research into them.....

So, I am removing my wish to get my hair cut at the Great Gatsby. I used to love watching the show Jerseylicious and I thought it would be cool to get my hair cut there, but I just discovered that the hair stylists in the show don't work at the salon. So what's the point?

So, it's off the bucket list, which means room for another task! :)

Avery Canahuati

http://www.smh.com.au/world/averys-tragedy-baby-whose-bucket-list-was-read-by-millions-around-the-world-dies-20120502-1xyrj.html

This little girl had her own bucket list that her parents created for her. She had a genetic disease and unfortunately died. So she won't be able to fulfill it. Amazing little girl and my heart goes out to her. If you have the chance please read the article...

Photo from Sydney Morning Herald

Task #2 - Have Breakfast at Tiffany's

A look back to the early 20th century and while in Paris I bought a croissant and coffee and ate it outside Tiffany's so I can say that I have had "breakfast" at Tiffany's. I discovered that the best time to do anything "outrageous" in Paris is on a Sunday morning. I think I saw about 5 people while I was out being a "tourist". It was amazing to experience the city at its quietest. A city that is filled with so many people and so much noise was at last peaceful, untouched, and beautiful.

Task two complete! :)

Task #1 - Make A Rainbow Cake

I was so fascinated by the images of rainbow cakes that have been popping up on the internet recently and I really wanted to see if I could master it. Well, its didn't turn out as beautiful as some that have been blogged about, but it worked and it actually tasted quite well despite what it looked like....... first task done!

Why????

A friend of mine and I were talking about our extensive bucket lists that we have created. So we decided that it would be a good idea to blog about our experiences. So far my list has about 70 tasks and it grows every day! Hopefully this blog will help me remember to fulfill all of my life's goals. Here we go....