While hiking, or out in the wilderness I don't enjoy myself much because I am TERRIFIED of seeing one.
The mere thought of it is enough to make me light-headed.
But when making my bucket list my kids not so subtly suggested that I put hold a snake on it. I wasn't sure about the idea and at first refused. The did some continual prodding, and I finally agreed.
I really didn't want to have to worry about it for the rest of my life, but lucky for me the opportunity to hold one presented itself TODAY!
TODAY!!!!
For pre-school we had a visit from Roos-n-More planned. Before leaving for the field trip Sadie and I were discussing what animals we thought we would be there. When I wondered aloud if they would be bringing a snake, Sade asked me, "Are you going to face your fear?!" I love when she says an expression that I never knew she knew!
Sure enough there was one there.
As it slithered around on the ground I almost lost my nerve. I was feeling faintish, and my heart was beating fast.
BUT I DID IT!
And miracle of miracles I didn't have a panic attack in the process.
I have no memory of holding its head. I may have blacked out for a minute.
The look of accomplishment:
Don't tell, but it wasn't even really that bad. That being said, I am still not ready to commit to seeing one in the wilderness!
I only wrote my list one month ago, and already two items have come true. Apparently writing my dreams down is one key to making them happen. So I guess this means a trip to see the pyramids in Egypt (Bucket List Item #10) will present itself soon! Right?
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2 comments:
Woo hoo! You are going to have to expand that bucket list! I am so sad I missed you over coming your fear of snakes. I seriously would love to see your bucket list, who knew you were interested in the pyramids? I seriously am going to go write my own bucket list :)
Good for you!!!! I really want to make a Bucket List now!
Do you have a "Things I would have put on my Bucket List if I hadn't done them already" list?
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