Sometimes we feel the need for adventure, minus the cost. Check out these 21 Goals for under 10 bucks!
1. Take a New Route to Work
How many of you have taken the same route to work everyday; you have the seven stoplights timed perfectly, you pass that same powder-blue house with cream trim that desperately needs a paint touch-up and all the folks outside mowing their lawns will always stop for a moment to wave? Then you definitely need to break out of your monotony of your day-to-day life and this could be one of the simplest {&cheapest} ways to do it. {cost: FREE}
2. Create a Blog
Both Blogger.com and WordPress.com offer free blogs with easy setup, all you have to do is come up with something creative to talk about. Some of the most popular blog topics are Money, Travel, Food, Mommyhood, Technology and Celebrity Gossip. Put a new spin on things and start writing! {cost: FREE}
3. Make an Origami Animal
Perfect this Japanese art by creating a crane, dog or turtle. Select a colorful, printed paper to give your animal extra character. {cost: $1.00 for the Paper}
4. Tour a Vineyard
With a little research, you can find a vineyard that gives public tours for FREE. It's also the perfect opportunity to learn about the wine making process and possibly get in some wine tasting. {cost: FREE}
5. Hike Every Trail at a State Park
Auto parking usually costs less than $6, not bad for hours of entertainment. Make it a goal to hike every trail and record your journey with photos. You will be amazed by the beauty and wildlife you encounter. {cost: $6.00 for Parking}
6. Ride a Mechanical Bull
There's no doubt that the mechanical bull became popular after the 80's film "Urban Cowboy" where Debra Winger showed the bar crowd a super sexy ride. Hit your local country bar and see how long you can hang on! {cost: $5.00}
7. Complete a 1000+ Piece Jigsaw Puzzle
Most of us haven't done this since we were children. You don't find too many opportunities where you can concentrate on one thing, be present & let everything go. That alone will be worth every minute. {cost: $5.00}
8. Read a Classic
Weren't we all forced by some teacher to read a classic? Revisit the book as an adult. {cost: FREE with a Library Card}
9. Be an Extra in a Movie
Sign up with a local casting agent to be notified if any movies are in need of extras. The hours are long and the pay is poor, but it will definitely be an experience that you remember and maybe you'll meet someone famous! {cost: FREE}
10. Finish a Crossword Puzzle
Select a challenging crossword to attempt and don't cheat! No dictionaries or assistance allowed! {cost: $3.00}
11. Walk on a Nude Beach
Take a walk on the wild side and let it all hang out. {cost: FREE}
12. Start Fire Without Matches
Play the game of Survivor, get some flint and learn how to start fire sans the matches. {cost: FREE}
13. Write a Letter to your Future Self
This was one of the most memorable goals I ever completed on My Bucket List. Be honest with yourself about how you feel about your life at this very moment. {cost: FREE}
14. Write a Love Letter
Tell the one you love how deeply you feel with a handwritten letter. No…not an email. No…not a text. A real letter on fancy paper with an envelope that you have to lick. {cost: $1.00 for the paper}
15. Hug a Redwood
Take a road trip to give some TLC to one of these enormous trees. {cost: FREE}
16. Learn to Juggle
Buy a few oranges from the store and perfect your juggling skills. Bonus points if you join the circus after! {cost: $3.00}
17. Learn to Change the Oil in your Car
This will be an invaluable goal to learn that will save you tons of money in the future. No…it doesn't sound like fun. Yes…you might get dirty. But, need I remind you that it will be a new experience and you will learn something? {cost: $8.00}
18. Knit a Scarf
Go to the local craft store and pick out your favorite yarn to knit yourself a cozy scarf. You can find several different How-To videos on YouTube. {cost: $7.00}
19. Make a YouTube Video
Creating your own video can be tons of fun. It makes no difference if it is humorous, informational or motivational. All you need is a Webcam (which most laptops come with). {cost: FREE}
20. Perform a Magic Trick
Learn a magic trick and perform it for someone…anyone…the dog does not count! Card tricks are always a good option. {cost: $1.00 for a deck of cards}
21. Volunteer
Feed your soul and choose an organization to volunteer for. VolunteerMatch is a helpful website that will link you with opportunities based on location and interest. {cost: FREE}
