How my Mommy brain remembers

I have never been someone who remembers things from way back.  I remember so little from my childhood it is like I was not even there.  I know certain things happened, because I have been told about them, but I have very little reference points, I just don't remember.

That is another reason why I so badly want to keep this blog going and up to date.  I want to be able to tell Kai stuff that happened, and since my memory is so bad, this is a good way of getting it down, and making sure it stays etched forever.

I have had to set up ways for me to remember things.  People generally think I have an excellent memory and that is why I never forget anything! WRONG.  I have just learnt to work with what I have.

Since I fell pregnant, my memory got even worse, and the mushy mommy brain has still not left. So add that to my already bad memory and I am a walking disaster.

I don't however forget things, and make extra sure that my "tools" work for me.  I never forget birthdays, I do not forget to bring something to you, if I have promised to do so.  I do not forget items of clothing / cables etc when we go out or away.  I do not forget my car license or drivers license has expired, I don't forget that my Passport is due for renewal etc. I did not forget any of Kai's shots, and knew when he was suppose to start using what kind of formula.  I know when his first dentist appointment is due, and when my next check up should be scheduled.  I know the date my Marena expires so nasty surprises there .....

I have lists, and pin boards, and most importantly my phone!

I use my camera to take pictures of the most strange things.  When reading a magazine, if I spot a website I want to look up, I simply snap a picture of it.
When I park my car at a mall or the airport, I snap a picture of the parking spot I use.
If anyone had to look through my pictures on my phone they would think it the strangest thing! haa haa

I use my google calender and I have appointments set for years! in the future.  My passport is due for renewal in 2019 and I have a reminder set up safe and sound.

I thought about what might happen if those calenders suddenly bomb out and I lose everything!! I would be totally totally lost. Then I remembered my phone syncs with the calender and so it is backed up on my phone as well. I think. So I think I am covered!

What do you use to remember all of life's many things?