Nunsense Posted November 18, 2011 Posted November 18, 2011 [quote name='Strictlyinkblot' timestamp='1321579434' post='2337604'] Okay, my pre-religious bucket list, since I have 3 years to do it in: 1. Learn to sew (yes, it'll take me at least that long) 2. Relearn knitting 3. Learn to prepare vegetables and cook (don't laugh, I know I'm pathetic) 4. Buy suitcase with secret pockets for sneaking in extra books. Yes, I'm allowed bring in books but prob not as many as I want. They'll all go to the library anyway 5. Go on a Shrines of France tour. I've been to Lourdes but I want to go to Lisieux and to St. Bernadette's convent 6. Go to Medjugorje. Controversial, I know but I would like to see it and make my own mind up 7. Visit Australia 8. Learn to make rosaries [/quote] Well, if you're going to do #7 - you had better do it before the end of next year - that way I we can get together! I hope to be back in a convent by mid-late 2012, so start planning now!!! Oh and p.s. - I'll have to leave for discernment visits, so don't come during those times!!
Strictlyinkblot Posted November 18, 2011 Posted November 18, 2011 [quote name='nunsense' timestamp='1321579673' post='2337610'] Well, if you're going to do #7 - you had better do it before the end of next year - that way I we can get together! I hope to be back in a convent by mid-late 2012, so start planning now!!! Oh and p.s. - I'll have to leave for discernment visits, so don't come during those times!! [/quote] We shall have to coordinate our schedules
Pax_et bonum Posted January 14, 2012 Posted January 14, 2012 Especially if I enter the Poor Clares, I want to have barbecue the day before my entrance to eat all the ribs, steak, etc that I wouldn't get anymore after I enter
OnlySunshine Posted January 14, 2012 Posted January 14, 2012 [quote name='MaterMisericordiae' timestamp='1321495641' post='2337213'] I only have two things before I enter: 1. Buy a flute (preferably used) 2. Take piano and/or flute lessons. I've always wanted to learn to play the piano. I will probably ask for either a flute or a keyboard for Christmas so I can teach myself. [/quote] Well, I accomplished the first thing (even though I am no longer discerning). And I am teaching myself using a music book and accompaniment CD. Getting pretty darn good!
marigold Posted January 14, 2012 Posted January 14, 2012 [quote name='Pax_et bonum' timestamp='1326515417' post='2368753'] Especially if I enter the Poor Clares, I want to have barbecue the day before my entrance to eat all the ribs, steak, etc that I wouldn't get anymore after I enter [/quote] Yeah, I'm definitely having a bacon sandwich for breakfast the day I leave! Today I'm getting to do one of the unofficial things on my bucket list - see a Tridentine Mass. My friend the seminarian is home for Christmas (still... yeah I don't know what that's about) and is taking me. He's also buying me lunch "because it would count as a Corporal Work of Mercy".
Sarah147 Posted January 14, 2012 Posted January 14, 2012 I would love to try horseback riding, surfing, massage... Not sure what else.
marigold Posted January 14, 2012 Posted January 14, 2012 [quote name='marigold' timestamp='1326534208' post='2368811'] Yeah, I'm definitely having a bacon sandwich for breakfast the day I leave! Today I'm getting to do one of the unofficial things on my bucket list - see a Tridentine Mass. My friend the seminarian is home for Christmas (still... yeah I don't know what that's about) and is taking me. He's also buying me lunch "because it would count as a Corporal Work of Mercy". [/quote] Well, the Trid Mass was quite lovely. Low, so not sung, but celebrated by a bishop and a graceful assisting priest. Good to have had the experience.
Strictlyinkblot Posted January 14, 2012 Posted January 14, 2012 While as I mentioned before there's a few things I'd like to do at the moment I can only think of two things that I really want to do. One is spend some time with my family. Chances are if I enter contemplative life they're not going to see that much of me, even if I enter the Carmelites which are twenty minutes drive from my parents. Secondly, go on a pilgrimage to thank Our Lady for her help and grace, ideally Medjugorje because I haven't been there but I'd be happy to go to the shrine in Knock, in Ireland.
MarieClaire Posted January 15, 2012 Posted January 15, 2012 I want to buy a car and drive all day long... I love fast cars! But, actually, religious communities (in particular poor clares or franciscans) do not have so many fast cars... And I want to go to university and travell around in Europe..... soo many things to do!
InPersonaChriste Posted January 15, 2012 Posted January 15, 2012 I don't think I have anything I really want to do anymore, I just want to serve God the best I can everyday. That is probably the best thing to do before religious life anyways.
Lil'Monster Posted January 15, 2012 Posted January 15, 2012 [quote name='HopefulBride' timestamp='1326584305' post='2369160'] Go hunting [/quote] deer hunting? moose hunting? elk hunting? rabbit hunting? bear hunting? what kind of hunting?
Sarah147 Posted January 15, 2012 Posted January 15, 2012 [quote name='MarieClaire' timestamp='1326635289' post='2369492'] I want to buy a car and drive all day long... I love fast cars! But, actually, religious communities (in particular poor clares or franciscans) do not have so many fast cars... And I want to go to university and travell around in Europe..... soo many things to do! [/quote] Haha! The FSI Sisters in Indiana had a red sport car donated!! And, yes, they drive it!
Strictlyinkblot Posted January 15, 2012 Posted January 15, 2012 [quote name='JoyfulLife' timestamp='1326652978' post='2369559'] Haha! The FSI Sisters in Indiana had a red sport car donated!! And, yes, they drive it! [/quote] Now that is what I call razzle dazzle! Not that I can drive but I've always wanted a red sport car, just to admire.
Clare~Therese Posted January 15, 2012 Posted January 15, 2012 [quote name='Pax_et bonum' timestamp='1326515417' post='2368753'] Especially if I enter the Poor Clares, I want to have barbecue the day before my entrance to eat all the ribs, steak, etc that I wouldn't get anymore after I enter [/quote] Yes--lots of steak!
EmilyAnn Posted January 15, 2012 Posted January 15, 2012 1. Go see my family overseas and finally meet my niece and youngest brother 2. Learn to use my sewing machine/get over my fear of machine sewing 3. Study hand embroidery properly, since I'm self-taught at the moment 4. Learn to knit again I love the idea of having a party/shower, just to have that wonderful memory to go into religious life with and help my family and friends better understand what I would be undertaking.
marigold Posted January 15, 2012 Posted January 15, 2012 (edited) [quote name='Lil'Monster' timestamp='1326649052' post='2369530'] deer hunting? moose hunting? elk hunting? rabbit hunting? bear hunting? what kind of hunting? [/quote] We're going on a bear hunt, we're going on a bear hunt, we're going to catch a big one... My cousin's fiance is a bear hunter. Edited January 15, 2012 by marigold
MarieClaire Posted January 15, 2012 Posted January 15, 2012 [quote name='JoyfulLife' timestamp='1326652978' post='2369559'] Haha! The FSI Sisters in Indiana had a red sport car donated!! And, yes, they drive it! [/quote] oh wow, that sounds AMAZING!!
HopefulBride Posted January 16, 2012 Posted January 16, 2012 I want to go deer hunting (there that's specific enough)
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