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Faux Tag Spread

In a previous Cocoa Daisy project, I created a tag using the October Glow Creative Ki t paper to serve as a bookmark. I loved the idea so much that I decided to use it as a template throughout the spread. By tracing around it and then shading in the edges, I was able to mimic the look of layered paper and give my pages extra depth without the bulk. It creates a dimensional effect that makes the tags look like they’re tucked right into my notebook. To keep that “layered paper” look going, I added strips of washi tape from the Planner Kit to the top and bottom of each 'tag'  Washi is one of my favorite ways to bring in more texture without overwhelming the page. It frames the sections nicely and it also helps divide my to-dos from my daily schedule. On the left-hand side I used a Top 3 box to focus my priorities, then scattered in task lists, appointments, and reminders for the rest of the day. I also I divided my tasks into AM and PM lists I do this quite often because it makes...

Affirmations

I had a great time last night with the Mom's Group! They are such a diverse and devoted group of women. Second to their unconditional love, they are best known for their truthfulness (a quality we need in girlfriends, right?!) Many were cajoling me about my intimidating presence. Hello, it's me were talking about! Yes I'm honest, have red hair and like to wear nice cloths, but does that make me intimidating??! I always thought I was approachable, sincere, and sweet. I know for sure that I'm a food snob, particular and candid ( just to name a few). That comment took me by surprise. I'm not by any means hurt by their words, because it's not like they meant I was The Terminator, not that kind of intimidating. They mean a distant, aloof type of intimidating.

I really am very thankful for their candor. I wish we could all know something about ourselves we didn't know before. A girlfriend doesn't need to say " Wow, your putting on some pounds" or "Your hair looks greasy today, didn't you shower?". I already know those things for myself. Something other than "Your sweet" or "great outfit" would work. Something that get right to the heart of the matter.


We have these affirmation jars where when we get together we write encouraging notes to the other people in the group so if they are having a bad day, we can pull one of these slips out and we are instantly perked up by their comments. I am always thankful for those small bits of paper. Even if they do take me by surprise!

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