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6 months to live?
1. Say goodbye to everyone
2. Experience more love, compassion and peace
3. Make sure I die with $0 in my bank account
That’s it, no big plans; I try to live every day as it is my last one… and also first one
By: Joey on November 18, 2009
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I really like those, Joey! And, I think that’s a great philosophy and way to live life!
By: Jacqueline on November 18, 2009
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I’d stop worrying!
Pray more.
Love more unconditionally.
Let things go.
Be uninhibited.
Speak my mind more often.
By: Jessica Wrasman on December 3, 2009
at 11:00 AM
Thanks for sharing, Jessica! I especially like the one about being uninhibited!
By: Jacqueline on December 3, 2009
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I wish I could do all these things!
By: Lilian on November 11, 2010
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Go for it!
By: Jacqueline on March 17, 2012
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i’d quit my job and travel to all the places i’ve received a postcard from (www.postcardtravels.wordpress.com) and i’d also make sure i made sure my kids know how much they mean to me and how much i truly love them….glad i found your blog (congrats on being FP!). since i can’t do the first thing i listed (bills to pay) i can certainly do the last ….
By: travlingirl on November 10, 2010
at 8:26 AM
Sounds great, travlingirl! Maybe you could take a day or two here and there to see some local places with your family. That way you can share those experiences, see new places, and not break the bank. Best of luck to you and your family!
By: Jacqueline on November 10, 2010
at 11:20 AM
the most amazing thing that happened when I took half of 2006 off to travel around the world with my (now) husband was that, afterward, I could tell you something about every. single. day. of that six months period. I realized, once I got back, that I couldn’t even tell you something about every day for the past two WEEKS. This has always resonated with me. And while I don’t have the opportunity to always live the way I did during those six months, I know that I will always strive for it.
By: alittlebarefoot on November 10, 2010
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Being a world traveler myself, I struggle with this idea too. I’ve come to realize (after just being gone a month internationally) that there’s all types of living. There’s the excitement that comes from traveling and seeing new places and people every day and there’s also the quiet calm that comes from the day-in-day-out activities. Now the trick is reminding myself that neither one is “better” and that they’re both just as exciting in their own way. Thanks for your wonderful thoughts!
By: Jacqueline on November 10, 2010
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Oh this comment is SO how my mind works!
By: Holly on December 17, 2011
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High five, Holly!
By: Jacqueline on December 20, 2011
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What an interesting blog! My answer to the question, “How do you choose to live?” is that you choose to realize that you ARE living, right here and right now. There is no other way. You can realize this by abandoning the imaginary criteria you’ve attached to “living”, turning your attention to the present, and understanding that, whatever you’re doing, you’re living.
Good luck with your blog. It’s great!
By: NancyDL on November 10, 2010
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That’s an excellent point! I will keep that in heart and mind today. Thanks for reading and sharing!
By: Jacqueline on November 10, 2010
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When I was diagnosed with stage III cancer in 2005, I was faced with this question. Thankfully I’m still here and plan to be for a long time!
During treatment I did silly things with my kids and didn’t worry about how clean my house was!
By: Sister Earth Organics on November 10, 2010
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I believe that silliness is the best medicine!
By: Jacqueline on November 11, 2010
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1) I would apologize to people I have hurt (if I did).
2) I would ask my husband to allow me to travel and experience the cultures around the world.
3) I would pray and thank God for all he has given me.
4) I would go back to the place where I was born and connect with people I have not seen for decades.
5) I would visit my friends and family and tell them I love them.
6) I would not think about money or material things because I will not take them with me.
By: Silver Tumi on November 10, 2010
at 6:34 PM
What a great list! Where will you start?
By: Jacqueline on November 11, 2010
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In six months I will most likely be in China again!! See you there Jackie, hao ma?
By: Luca Ricci on December 12, 2010
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I meant to say “for the next 6 months”…
By: Luca Ricci on December 12, 2010
at 6:38 AM
That’s great! I hope I get a chance to see you there!
By: Jacqueline on December 12, 2010
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If I had 6 months left I would most likely:
Share my positive spiritual experiences more with others
Quit my job (not because I don’t love it, but because it takes up so much of my time)
Spend more time with family
Travel more
Push myself to complete the novels I’m working on (I have a great passion for writing)
Just appreciate every moment for what it is – LIFE
By: Nicola McDonald on September 14, 2011
at 8:23 AM
That all sounds great, Nicola! What novels are you working on?
By: Jacqueline on September 29, 2011
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Well.. maybe I’ll spend more time with my family .. and try to write a book
By: ~Amela~ on October 17, 2011
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Awesome! What kind of book?
By: Jacqueline on November 3, 2011
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If I had 6 months left I would most likely…
Spend my time with the people I love
Travel across Asia, Africa and America
Play Claire de Lune everyday
Go to the theater every night
Do everything I always wanted to do, and not let fear hold me back
Pray
Write my book
By: viktoriablog on November 6, 2011
at 3:07 PM
Those all sound like great things! What is your book about?
By: Jacqueline on November 6, 2011
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*Travel, a lot.I’d love to visit China (the most), Japan, India and lots of places in Europe and some more!
*Make sure everyone I love know how much I appreciate them and let them know how grateful I am to them.
*I hope to help improve someone’s life, one every day if possible.
*Learn to play the piano (so I could play ‘I like Chopin’ when ever I want) and the violin.
*Learn to swim.
*Go out for a drive every day/night, with Bryan Adams blasting over the stereo.
*Find the courage to fight my doubts so I wouldn’t be scared to try new things.
I’m only a teenager but I hope that someday I’ll get to do all of these things. I’ve never thought what I’d do if I had 6 months to live and how I should go about doing it, so thank you for that thought provoking question, I’ll continue to keep asking myself
By: Devina on January 2, 2012
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Sounds like a great list, Devina! When you plan your trip to China, let me know, and I can offer you some tips (lived there 3 years). Letting your loved ones know their importance is heart opening and makes all the difference. I also play piano, and highly recommend that you play!
Looks like you’re already on your way to overcoming your doubts–I see great adventures for you and look forward to hearing about them! Happy 2012!
By: Jacqueline on January 2, 2012
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I’ll let you know when the time comes and I thank you for the offer, I really appreciate it!
By: Devina on January 3, 2012
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Sure thing!
By: Jacqueline on January 5, 2012
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Devina, you are so inspiring! Sounds like you are on the perfect path to a life fully and joyfully lived. I wish you the absolute best!
By: Ru on March 18, 2012
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Thanks so much, Ru! Glad to hear you’ve enjoyed exploring the blog. Look forward to seeing all the things you do with the inspiration.
Have a wonderful Sunday! -Jacqueline
By: Jacqueline on March 18, 2012
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Oh, and from the different places I’d go I would like to learn how their people live and why they do that way, by doing that I hope to open my mind to all to all the possibilities out there and appreciate people different from me!
By: Devina on January 2, 2012
at 6:35 PM
Right on!
By: Jacqueline on January 2, 2012
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I had to think a long time to come to this answer: right now I wouldn’t change anything. I’m fortunate to have juste moved to another country and I enjoy the expat life. Sweden is the 5th country I get to live in and I have so much to learn from this new experience.
P.S. I love your blog.
By: redpantsandamustache on January 5, 2012
at 12:16 PM
That’s awesome! And that has always been my ideal answer. What brings you to Sweden? Sounds like a great adventure! So glad to hear that you enjoy the blog, and thanks so much for visiting and for commenting!
By: Jacqueline on January 5, 2012
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Work brought me to Sweden! I have a job which offers endless opportunities in terms of where I can go. And as much as I enjoy traveling everywhere – I’ve been to over 50 countries – I really appreciate life in Europe. And now I look forward to finding some inspiration on your blog as you continue the experiment!
By: redpantsandamustache on January 5, 2012
at 2:07 PM
That’s fantastic! I’ve been to about 20, but I still have many more to see and most likely many more places (and countries) to live in! Look forward to seeing more of your comments around the blog. Thanks again for visiting and best wishes for 2012!
By: Jacqueline on January 5, 2012
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Since my father passed away in 2002, I have lived every 6 months like they were my last .. You know, it’s things like these that put everything in perspective ..
love & light
EL
By: EL on January 27, 2012
at 2:48 AM
I can only imagine what it’s like to lose a parent. Both my parents lost one of their parents very young. It seems that you’ve taken the sadness of his passing and turned it into a wonderful approach to life.
By: Jacqueline on January 28, 2012
at 12:12 AM
If I’d have six months to live – I guess I’ll work for another 3 months save as much as I can in that time and then start travelling to all the places i’ve wanted to visit.. europe, australia, morocco, spain and mongolia… and of course pray alot.
By: sheryx on January 30, 2012
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Sounds like a good list! What attracts you to those countries?
By: Jacqueline on January 31, 2012
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Many things I think its only fair to start with the architecture, the art, food, culture, natural beauty, the alps of vienna and italy… spain for antonio gaudi and his beautiful works.. morocco for its history and arab culture .. mongolia because of its blue clear skies , the mountains, the natural beauty, it’s breathtakingly beautiful just on the screen of my computer i can’t imagine it in reality.. australia again for natural beauty of it and I want to be at a place at least once in my life where I can witness the northern lights
By: sheryx on February 4, 2012
at 10:47 PM
Very cool! You’re making me want to go to all those places. Haha. Be sure to keep me updated and let me know how it goes when you visit all those places!
By: Jacqueline on February 5, 2012
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What a thought provoking question. The first things that comes to mind is family, travel and listening. As I have lived in Sweden for the past 17 years, I would take the time to travel “home” to Australia and reconnect. I have been fortunate to stay close to family and love ones, but I feel I have missed out on everyday events. Events that can be as simple as attending a neices school concert or my Mum’s craft night with the ladies. I feel at times its these small moments and experiences that we learn so much about ourselves and those near to us.
By: Kimsy on February 23, 2012
at 1:17 PM
Hi Kimsy! Thanks for commenting–I’m glad that you found the question thought-provoking, and I appreciate you sharing your thoughts. our life in Sweden sounds interesting. Do you have a trip to Australia planned in the near future?
By: Jacqueline on February 24, 2012
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I found your site from enjoymyadventure, what a unique blog. I love the concept here. Your question had me asking myself, what… what would I do or change?
Well… I love my life, I live it with the man I love – and by Love I mean heart still flutters, comfortable silence, joy of my life – Love. I am friends with and adore my daughter, she calls me all the time for advice and we speak openly. I let my Mom and Dad know I love them and how RIGHT they were when I was a teen
They have taught me so much. I have the best female friends that allow me complete and open doors of honesty.
We travel – a LOT. I have been to a number of countries [16 if my count is right]. And we rarely hook up with tours, we like to see the sites on our own time and be able to seek out the local flavor.
My hubby and I are both Army … we serve our Country and feel pride with our work. So I have a job [ that yes, does have the frustrations and stresses associated ] that I am happy with.
So… with all that said. Nothing. I live each day fully, may not be heart stopping all the time – but I have to earn a living to pay for the fun stuff right? Words I live by quoting my best frind Misha: “Be True to Yourself … let the chips fall where they may.”
By: ostranderblog on March 17, 2012
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Hi there! So glad that you found my blog and that you took the time to really reflect on that question and your life. It sounds like you’re leading an incredible life that honors and reflects who you are. That’s fantastic! The world needs more people like you. It reminds me of that Marianne Williamson quote: http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=qdUCNnrwzw4 Your light inspires others and gives them permission to shine–to find the people, the places, and the work that truly fulfills them. You’ve definitely been an inspiration to me, and I like your best friend’s quote!
By: Jacqueline on March 19, 2012
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