My Fuck-It Bucket-List
- Catherine Anastasia
- Mar 27
- 7 min read
Updated: Mar 27
This weekend just gone, I turned 33 🤯, I've had a few woah moments... being honest the realisation it hit me hard! In many ways, I’ve managed to accomplish more than anyone ever expected me to - if you’ve read my earlier post, The Girl Who Keeps Living, you'll know expectations were pretty low...
But honestly, I’ve just realised there’s still a whole lot I want to do. So, without further ado, here’s my Fuck-It Bucket-List! Let’s start with the big ones!
I suppose this is the actual Bucket List part…
First off,
Visit New Zealand!
Now, I know when it comes to exotic destinations, people usually think of Australia, Bali, Hawaii, the Bahamas, Cancun, or the Cayman Islands. But for me? It's always been New Zealand.
Most people are introduced to the beauty of New Zealand through the Lord of the Rings film series. I was about nine when the first film came out, and at 16, I agreed to watch the first and second films with my then-boyfriend, but I ended up falling asleep on his lap. (I didn’t truly appreciate those films until my mid-20s; ADHD makes sitting and watching something long and slow-paced a bit tricky!). My obsession with New Zealand blossomed through many films and TV shows, which may have created a slight… obsession…
The Chronicles of Narnia
Much of the filming was done in New Zealand, especially the first two films. Think locations like Elephant Rocks, Waitaki Valley—Aslan’s Camp, Flock Hill, and Lake Pearson—The Great Battle! Pure magic!
X-Men Origins: Wolverine
While most of this film was shot in Hugh Jackman’s homeland—Australia (specifically New South Wales)—it’s in New Zealand that some of the most stunning visuals were captured. (This is likely where my New Zealand obsession began; I am a Wolverine/Logan fan for life!) One enchanting scene was shot at Deer Park Heights in Queenstown, which is interestingly meant to depict the Canadian Rockies.
Hunt for the Wilderpeople
This film tells the story of "Uncle" Hector and Ricky, who become the targets of a nationwide manhunt after they flee into the New Zealand bush. The film beautifully captures the essence of survival, bonding, and the challenges faced by Ricky as a young foster child and his reluctant guardian as they navigate through the wilderness. Everything about this film is absolutely STUNNING!
It’s downright captivating, from its raw emotion to its gorgeous wilderness scenery.
On the New Zealand topic, I must mention a tv series…
The Almighty Johnsons.
If you ask me—and countless other fans—three seasons simply weren't enough! This fantastic fantasy-comedy-drama explores modern-day incarnations of Norse Gods. You read that right! Odin, Freyja, Frigg, and Baldr, among others, are now living as the Johnsons 😉. What I liked about this series is unlike the movies, you get to see Rotorua's scenic spots and the everyday beauty of Auckland.
Okay, enough about New Zealand!
Number two on my BIG bucket list:
An All-Inclusive Adults-Only Cruise!
Since I was about 18, I've fantasised about going on an all-inclusive cruise while I can still enjoy it.
Let me clarify this: most people I know embark on cruises when they're retired—think 66 and up. And when they come back, you ask, “Hey, how was the cruise?” The typical response is something like, “Oh, it was lovely, but there was just so much activity! I had no idea we'd be hopping from one destination to the next every day.”
So here’s my thought: if I ever go on a cruise, I want to do it while I’m still young, on one of those adults-only, all-inclusive spoiling-fest cruises! Can you just imagine it? Unlimited mocktails, endless entertainment, top-quality food, and basking in the sunshine as I lounge on the top deck, gazing at the ocean. I want to spot dolphins or even whales without the being a grumpy aul one when I come home saying some shit like, “Oh, it was fun, but there was soooo much to do.”
The options of where to go are almost endless; the only problem is, it costs a damn fortune! 💰💶
Ok so this one is going to be on very few other Women’s FUCK-IT/BUCKETLIST but here’s my last BIG ONE, my number 3!
I want to Ride a Wheelchair Accessible Motorbike
I can see you making that "What?" face, I told you it wasn’t on many women’s bucket list.
Yes, they exist.
Nooo i don’t want to buy one, it’s amost the same price as a small apartment.
I just want to ride one… this may be something to do with sititng on my granda’s Honda 50 as kid, or always sitting watching bike rallies… or, MAYBE its just my punk rock soul… but I WANT IT!
Unfortunately, because of the expense, the rarity of bike-enthused wheelchair users 🤔, and where I live, hunting down someone who owns one and batting my eyelashes to them while saying, “Please, may I take a ride?” might prove to be quite the expensive and challenging pursuit!
Sure, riding a bike in leather with my curls blowing in the wind would be fantastic, an all-inclusive adults-only cruise sounds like heaven! Yes, I’ve been dreaming of New Zealand since the mid-naughties...
But I also have a list of smaller, more achievable things too… and isn’t that what life is all about? The little cherishable moments? Or the “F***-it, I’d love to try that, but what would people think?” items…
Yes, this is the Fuck-it part of the list.
Become Fluent in Spanish - For years, I’ve been picking up bits and pieces of Spanish. It all started when I was really young and we used to go to the Canary Islands and Malaga. Then, in my mid-20s, we started travelling back and forth to Mainland Spain, and I’ve been using apps to learn more practical bits and pieces of the language, so I can hold some conversations in Spanish. But I would love to actually be fluent in a the Spanish language!
Stay in The Dungeon at Utopia Alicante for 2 Nights - There are six rooms and three suites at Utopia Alicante, carefully designed to “awaken the senses and fan the flames of desire.”The rooms are as follows (each has a bed, a specific theme, and a tantra chair; you can book rooms for as little as €39 for 2 hours):
Sea of Mirrors: This one is ocean-themed because Alicante is on the beach, and unfortunately, you can’t do the sexy stuff out there 😂
Reserved Moose: This has rustic countryside vibes, perfect for those who like a cowboy theme 😉
The Zebra Dance: I’ll be honest, it’s smaller than the others and looks like a zebra had a bit too much paint thrown around.
Garden of Asia: This one is delicate, with a headboard that looks like those paper walls from the movies… honestly, it’s ideal for anyone with a Geisha or Samurai fantasy.
Hunter: For the more primal nature lovers, this room features a leaf-covered wall and natural furnishings like wood, brick, and animal skins. There’s also a chain and leather harness suspension seat, plus the tantra chair!
The suites are as follows (you can book from €89 for 3 hours, €160 a night mid-week per couple, but fear not, it’s only €15 to add an extra person 😉):
The Dungeon: The photos show just a glimpse of what this suite has to offer—think black and red Kink heaven 😈! A four-poster bed, several pieces of sex positioning furniture, a St. Andrew’s cross, a cage, and a chair with restraints.
Utopia: This room takes a more romantic approach to BDSM, with a lovely soft cream, black, and white vibe, a circular bed, a fabulous balcony, and yes, it still has a St. Andrew’s cross and a tantra chair.
Eclipse: Like Utopia, this room has a circular bed, but it has a much more nighttime vibe, complete with an in-room jacuzzi and a tantra chair.
Get a Small Face or Front of Neck Tattoo - As someone who’s already semi-heavily tattooed, I’ve kept my ink to places I can cover if I want. But I’ve always wanted a small neck or face tattoo—I think they’re sexy, and I don’t care what anyone says!
Tick Off at Least 2/3 of My Kink To-Do List - This is a rather lengthy list I haven’t shared yet, but I may do so in the future. There are about 25 items on that list, and if I were to guess, I’d say I’ve ticked off maybe five. Just for reference, here’s a little peek at some items… just the tamer highlights for now…
A boudoir photoshoot
Being spoiled with gifts (sugar daddy, but I still call the shots)
Being worshipped by my harem at an event 🤭
I Want to Go to a ROCK Festival - This is one of those things I’ve always wanted to do, but people often say it’s tough when you’re in a wheelchair—they think it’s all too crowded and messy to be fun. Well, “fuck-it,” I disagree! I want to go to one! Sure, Glastonbury is probably not the right choice, as it will likely be extremely wet and mucky, which means my wheels will probably get stuck. But who knows? Maybe I’ll find a nice sunny rock festival that suits me!
It might change, get longer, or I might not get to do any of it, but for now, this is my "Fuck-It/Bucket List!"
As I mentioned at the beginning of this piece, turning 33 impacted me significantly. Whether it was the awareness of everything I've gone through or what I still want to achieve, I'm not certain.
Nonetheless, I am certainly someone who loves lists, and I now have an especially fascinating one to address.
Stay weird and wonderful my lovelies
🖤♥️
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