ALL THE THINGS.... 101 Things in 1001 Days - March 2023 Edition - Yes, I know I am late! LOL

March was a fabulous month for my journey to accomplish 101 things in 1001 days!

For spring break this year my niece, Haley, and I traveled to Napa!  It was an amazing week.  The area was unseasonably rainy for this time of year but perfect for sipping wine on patios, looking out over gorgeous vineyards and beautiful sunsets.

Day 1:

We flew into San Jose and drove to Pentaluma where we were staying.  I used Turo for car rental option which was so much cheaper than going through a rental agency!  Seriously, download the app and try it if you are traveling.  

Our first stop was Domaine Carneros for a champagne tasting.  The scenery was absolutely breathtaking.  

We then made our way to Sky & Vine Rooftop Bar.

Day 2:

Calistoga was the destination for our second day where our journey took us to the Castello Di Amorosa.  It was a great day.  I mean who doesn't love a castle?  Although I do think I am a princess, I decided a castle was too damp and cold for me to live long term. :)

                                        

Downtown Calistoga was full of quaint shops and spots to eat.  We chose Sam's Social Club.  We sat by the fire place and because it was chilly, folks had puffy vests on.  I felt like I was at a ski lodge rather than wine country.  It was a great place to eat and enjoy the scenery and slow pace.

Day 3:  

This was going to be the MOST epic day!  We had planned a hot air balloon ride.  We got up and drove to the launch pad.  Just then the phone rang and the call was that the flight had been cancelled due to high gusts and rain.  We were so disappointed.  However, we found a cute little café for breakfast and made plans to go to Albuquerque, NM in June to mark this one off my list.

We did a little shopping and then headed to the Robert Biale Vineyard.  It was the cutest place.  There weren't a lot of people there, so we were able to ask a lot of questions and take in the view.

Once we decided (reluctantly) to leave, we drove to Oxbow Market and browsed around.  There was an Italian place across the street where we ate dinner.

Day 4:

Our sweet adventure was coming to a close as we prepared to go home on day 4, but not before we went to one more winery in downtown Pentuluma with some delicious pizza.  It truly was one of the most relaxing, easy going and beautiful trips I have taken!  

I absolutely cannot wait for more adventures!

In March, my Fab5 group along with the 3 husbands in our group, took a road trip to Sugarland to see the Savannah Bananas!  If you do not know who they are think Harlem Globetrotters for baseball.  Look them up on Tik Tok.  They are hilarious!  It was chilly that night but such a fun night!

We had a group photo taken, but apparently I did not have it on my camera roll :)  

Finally, a few other things I crossed off of my list were that I received my passport, ordered an air fryer (love it), and planted a few things in raised garden beds.  My strawberries are starting to make and taste so sweet.  I cannot wait to make "SASSY'S JAM" at some point (even if it's next season).

More to come....for now, be blessed, be BRAVE, and know you are equipped!

P.S.  One of my goals is to get 1001 followers for my blog.  If you read this, please give me a follow!

Thank you in advance!

Love, Stacey

ALL THE THINGS.... 101 Things in 1001 Days - February Edition

On February 1, 2023, I started a fun journey of 101 Things in 1001 Days.  This list is full of bucket list items and some things I didn't even know I really needed/wanted to do! :)  Here are some things I have already been able to mark off or parts of things marked off.

February:

This was all about my birthday!

The first stop was at the SER Steaks + Spirits for a great view and a toast to the birthday weekend.  The view was great - sorry we didn't take a pic with the view!  Definite recommend!

From there, we went to RH Rooftop in Dallas!  OH MY WORD-- it was so amazing.  I will be revisiting this restaurant.  There wasn't one thing we ordered that wasn't to die for.  

 

We did make reservations!

You should RUN to the Open Table app and make a reservation.  It was just so good!  Of course it was right after our ice/snow week, so the outside patio was closed.  However, it looked equally incredible to have a summer cocktail!

The following day I took advantage of some birthday perks!  50% off of a Kendra Scott piece and a free Sprinkles STRAWBERRY cupcake - yes please! #iykyk

That night, Tiff and Lyndsey joined us and we headed to another local spot:  Meddlesome Moth.  Seriously - this was so good as well.  If you haven't been - you need to put his locally owned spot on your list!  Everything we had was super yummy.

Speakeasies are becoming a popular thing.  Since we found a fabulous one in Savannah in November, we thought we would see what Dallas had to offer.  We found one called Room 520 and decided to visit.  It wasn't somewhere we want to go back, but it was a good time!

The next day (which was my actual birthday), we headed to brunch to meet up with Paige at Haywire and then off to Fair Park to see Pretty Woman, the Musical.  

I'm not sure how people knew it was my birthday! :)

Finally, we drove over to XOXO for a fun dining experience which was decorated in more pink than you can imagine.  The staff is funny and love to have a good time!  It's probably not on one of my top places to return, but it was fun to go with the Fab5!

With this weekend I only marked off eating at 1 locally owned restaurants from my home to Dallas.  The goal is 10 in 1001 days.  

Several more items have been marked off already in March!  I can't wait to share!

Until then, I hope you visit some of these place  and create adventures for yourself!

Be Bold, Be Blessed, and know you are EQUIPPED

Love, SK

101 Things in 1001 Days

 If you know me, you know I love a challenge.  I happened upon a blog using the 101 Things in 1001 Days.  (This is from Day Zero Project originally)

Here's the scoop:

The Challenge:

Complete 101 preset tasks in a period of 1001 days.
The Criteria:
Tasks must be specific (ie. no ambiguity in the wording) with a result that is either measurable or clearly defined. Tasks must also be realistic and stretching (ie. represent some amount of work on your part)

Why 1001 Days?

Many people have created lists in the past - frequently simple challenges such as New Year's resolutions or a 'Bucket List'. The key to beating procrastination is to set a deadline that is realistic. 1001 Days (about 2.75 years) is a better period of time than a year, because it allows you several seasons to complete the tasks, which is better for organizing and timing some tasks such as overseas trips, study semesters, or outdoor activities.

Naturally, I thought this was a fabulous idea.  I have to admit, it took me a couple of days to come up with 101 things. I researched many others' 101 lists and how each categorized them. I'm excited about my list and even if I am not able to complete ALL 101 things, it will be an amazing 1001 days! I have added a countdown to start on February 1 (only fitting for opening ceremony day for my birthday month).  I am going to update in 100-day increments.  Here is my list! I hope you are inspired to make one for yourself.  There's not date specific timeframe, so you can start any time!

Adventure Awaits

1.      Napa Valley

2.     Niagra Falls

3.     Canada

4.     New England in the fall

5.     Tuscany

6.     Santa Fe (again)

7.     Savannah (again)

8.     Nashville

9.     Martha's Vineyard

10.   Seattle/Portland

11.    Grand Canyon

12.   Greece

13.   See Cherry Blossoms in D.C.

14.   Spa Day in Hot Springs

15.  Go to a destination where one of the 30 books I                 will read is set

16.  NYC (greatest attraction itinerary)

17.  Cruise to Alaska

18.  Hot Air Balloon Ride

19.  Go to an aquarium.

20.Complete Adventure Book

21.  Dig for Topaz

22. Get a passport

23. Take sister trip

24. Eat at 10 locally owned restaurants from my town         to Dallas

        *Meddlesome Moth (2/4/23)

25. Take a day trip

26. Go to 3 Diners, Drive-Ins & Dives Restaurants

27.  Take a spontaneous weekend trip

28.  Stay in Dolly Pardon's hotel in Nashville

Cooking - My therapy

29.  Cook my way through a cookbook

30.  Make a lattice top pie crust

31.    Take a cooking class

32.   Buy an air fryer

33.   Perfect making Norma's homemade rolls

Let Me Entertain You

34.  Drive-in movie

35.  Take pictures with the big sunflowers in Waco

36.  Slip and Slide kickball game

37.   Pay for someone else's meal in a restaurant

38.  Get 1001 followers on Tik Tok and Blog

39.  Go to a comedy show

40.  Ride Ferris Wheel at state fair

41.   Go to George W Bush Presidential Library in Dallas

42.  Go to a concert

43.  Watch Grey's Anatomy from Season 1; episode 1 

44.  Watch 5 Docuseries

45.  Go to a cat and wine lounge

46.  Go to a Savannah Bananas game

47.  Go to Farmer's Market

48.  Go to a festival

Home Improvements

49.  Create a garden with raised beds

50.  Bring my backyard oasis plan to fruition

51.    Finish front landscaping

52.   Redo laundry room

53.   Clean out garage

54.   Sell/donate/trash unwanted/unneeded items in                 garage

Health Matters

55.  Run a 5K

56.  Run a 10K

57.  Complete Couch to 10K app (FINALLY)

58.  Complete 28 day wall pilates challenge

59.  Sit on the beach and watch the sunrise

60.  Trampoline exercise class

61.    Hit my weight goal

62.   No fast food for a month

63.   Drink 64 oz of water daily for a month

64.   Walk 10,000 steps each day for 2 weeks

65.  Reduce DP intake to 1 per day for a month

66.  Go to bed before 9:30 for 1 week

67.  Take a walk with a camera to capture the moments

68.  Eat recommended servings of veges/fruits for a                 week

69.  Try Intermittent Fasting for 1 month

Being a Bookworm

70.  Read 30 books

        *1) Midnight In the Garden of Good and Evil

71.    Read Bible completely through

72.   Read books I own and never read (included in the                 30 books)

73.   Read 30 minutes before bedtime instead of on                 a device for 1 month

Write It Down

74.  Start writing a book

75.  Create/Do/Make 1 thing I have pinned on Pinterest              each week (143 weeks in 1001 days)

76.  Write a handwritten letter to someone each month             (38/39 months)

77.  Update/transfer to my new recipe book

78.  Create/print my own favorites recipe book

79.  Write blog to update accomplishments from list

80.  Finish show picture frames

81.   Unsubscribe from all unwanted emails

82.  Share itineraries of the trips I take 

83.  Make a "dream" board with all items on this list

Professional

84.  Retire

85.  Create a second stream of income

86.  Create one PBL per grade level (K-5)

87.   Present at a conference

88.   Leave work at personal set time - no working until             dark:30

Money, Money, Money 

89.  Debt free other than car and house

90.  Save $10 for every goal accomplished

91.    No spend month except for food, fuel and REAL                 necessities

92.   Leave 100% tip at a restaurant

93.   Take lunch to work for a month

94.   Create a Christmas 2025 budget and stick to it.

95.   Save Christmas budget amount for 2025

96.   Create a plan to achieve all saving category goals                 in Quicken

All The Other Things

97.  Make my bed every day for a month

98.  Mail a care package to someone

99.  Try at least 5 life hacks from Tik Tok

100.Learn to fold fitted sheets

101. Get quilt made of theater shirts

Whew!  There it is, Friends!  I absolutely cannot wait to get started tomorrow and see how many things I can mark off!  The next 1001 days will be full of fun, intentionality, and CELEBRATION! (my word for this year)

Be Blessed, Be Brave, and KNOW you are equipped!

XOXO 💞  Stacey (A.K.A. Sassy)