Letter to Self

Dear Self,
I realize it has been awhile since I have checked in with you. I could use the excuse of having a kid or working on my dissertation, but that would just be a cop-out. Truth is I forgot about you. I know you tried to remind me every morning when I looked in the mirror. You also sent me these not so cherished reminders once monthly (I could do without those you know). And then there was the time when I twisted my ankle on the trampoline and you didn't let it heal for 4 weeks just to prove that I was 40. But, still I ignored you. For this I am sorry. Fortunately, I made several deposits in your bank earlier in life. All those long evening hours of running actually paid off. But, I figure my savings account is about depleted. So as you have noticed, I started making deposits again last month. I would also ask that you take into consideration that my life carrier lost some baggage.
I truly appreciate your patience with me while I blitzed out for the past 4 years.
Oh and by the way, I figure you should be privy to my new bucket list. You are a little bit vital to my ability to engage in these activities.
1. explore a pyramid
2. run another 5k and then we can talk about a 10K
3. see an active volcano
4. spend 3 days on an isolated Caribbean island with no electronic communication
5. finish my book
6. Find a love so consuming that I forget to breath

This is probably enough for now. But, we still have more than 1/2 of a lifetime together and I am sure I will set more and higher goals for us. You know me, always looking to improve and gain knowledge.
Thanks for all you do self.
Your the best