40 things to do before I'm 40 - help please

[abgirl]

So I got into a funk yesterday when it was my 35th birthday - not the end of the world I know - but it was the first time I've been depressed on my birthday. To try and gee myself up I am writing a list of 40 things to do before I am 40. So far I have 31 and I could use some suggestions for some more goals. They have to be SMART - specific, measurable, achievable, realistic and timebound - which pretty much rules out trekking round the world!

My list so far is here and I will be updating the blog regularly with my progress. I would be really grateful for any more suggestions

How about a hot air ballon ride.
i did one over the Lake District and it was fab!!

Maybe fly a plane. I flew a small four seater from Blackpool airport a few years ago with my best friend and DS1 with me. (there was also an instructor!!) We flew over Morecombe bay and out over Windermere. Landing was amazing

White water rafting is fun. If you are doing this in England or Scotland I suggest you leave it until September or October if you are doing a river run. I recommend the River Findhorn.

Do something radically different from your normal self eg Learn to snowboarding, go caving, take up archery. It will take people by surprise when you bring it up in conversation. Tip. Don't mention it until you have mastered the subject!

Like someone on your blog said some of the challenges are a bit vague and you need to be specific to keep your motivation up. Why not make a list of walks (national or local ) and tick them off when done.