What you would like to accomplish before you pass away?

I don't mean anybody here, other than all of us!
I think we live life too materialistic. I have many things I want to see and do, but they don't necessarily rank as "to do before" I die stuff. I think I have already far surpassed my expectations in life. My children have grown up, semi responsible!, I have succeeded in the industry I work in and I have a home with a shop to play in. The kids are probably the most important accomplishment I think any of us can achieve in life. I guess the only things left would be to ensure I spend more time with my aging mother, 83, and the in laws who are going through tough times with mental and physical health. Sorry if this is too realistic, but I believe we all should step back from "the race" and appreciate where we have been and what we have already accomplished. Only then can we truly see what is left to add to our list of "important" actions in life.


very true ...prolly why my mom always says "its not about getting what you want but wanting what you have"
but your perspective is from someone who has already accomplished a lot ....what about us who are just starting out......i dont have any kids.....im just in my years now to become a mom. i have a Masters degree in Political Science ...and now that i look back i didnt even want it...i did it bcoz my dad told me to. my real goals are in the auto industry. i feel kinda bad now that you said "materialistic" bcoz your right thats not what its all about ....but isnt it good to shoot for the stars also if you have not really accomplished much yet?