Note to self

It's spring. You are surrounded by babies being born and/or about to be born. It's okay to remember those baby days of the past. It's okay to miss them and remember them. They were wonderful.

Note to self

(HA! I first typed in Not to self....what should that mean to me?)



39 times around the sun, and you still have so much to learn. For example, how come you didn't know that all humans can grow a mermaid tail...all one needs to do is be kind to a mermaid and they will teach you how. Pay Attention Mama.

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"Mama, maybe one day we could buy some land in the Gatineau Hills and build two houses on it - one for me one for you. Then we could farm and play and have animals and we would never have to move away and the Abbey and Raine could come and stay when they wanted to."
Hazel Grace Houston Hanlan - March 2011
from the mouth of a babe, and without a doubt echoing my views. Yes, my love that would be lovely.

Note to self

Don't let the lack of tangible proof rule out the possibility of magic.
Just because you can't see it doesn't mean it isn't true.
(Actually two notes, just variations on the same theme).

Note to self

Spring is coming. Spring is coming. Now say it out loud "Spring is coming".
Take a deep breath...and repeat slowly this time "Spring is coming".
A big pileated woodpecker told you.

Note to self

"Some luck lies in not getting what you thought you wanted but getting what you have". Garrison Keillor

Keep the faith that the above is true....that you are on a path despite that it sometimes feels a bit too meandering to suit the desires of a person who prides herself on organization and practicality.

Note to self

It totally counts when one takes a look at a to-do list and quickly adds on things that were already done. Because they do count....even if said add ons include knitting or sewing.

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Always remember to have a small project on the go...a portable one that can be whipped into those precious moments where everything is going according to plan and everyone is happily occupied and for once you aren't. Small is the new big.

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Chill out! One day when your time is your own again, and your house is a shining example of order and serenity you will miss the noise and dare I say, the chaos.
You know its true!

Note to self

On the days where it feels like the prospect of reading Madeline in London another thirty eight times or playing prince and princess over and over seems like too much, stop and ask if there is anywhere else you would rather be. Always, always the answer is a resounding "NO".

***By midweek I am tired. I need some reminding. That is the point of the "Notes to self". If anyone else cares to join in please feel free***

Note to self

It is crucial to remember that outdoor time is a necessity EVERYDAY. Don't let ridiculously frigid temperatures or winter colds mess up the plan for too long. Refuse to let the snowsuit wrangling and stubborn statements like "No want to" put a wrinkle in the plan. Stop the inner voice that says "I don't feel like it today" and lets the plan end there.
The beautiful outdoor world awaits....good times just outside the door.
I will remember how I felt today....the first day of our usual schedule that included lots of time for outdoor playing - alive.