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“If you can’t explain it to a six year old, you don’t understand it yourself.”

I have been making inky all day, and I haven't blotted yet. Have I been a good little nib for my calligradaddy?

“MUST BRING PRESENTS TO GOOD CHILDREN”

She is making a list

5 tips to a happier everyday: Tip 5 - If you can’t solve it now, the solution is meant to come later. So don’t stress yourself any further and let it go. Good things come to those who wait.. Tip 4 - Meditate. Whether it happens while you do your make up or when you clean, even while you lay in bed before you get up. In silence find wholeness, clear your mind before the day comes rushing in. Tip 3 - Drink water. You won’t notice the difference by doing this but your body will thank you for it I promise. Tip 2 - Achieve 2-3 things that you need or want to do with your day so theres fulfilment at the end of your night. Make memories with yourself. Tip 1 - Listen to music, better yet sing it. You know the songs you listen to when you’re in a good mood, make a playlist out of it and just listen. Its the best remedy for all the bad thoughts and mood swings.

Father, wish me luck for I'm moving states away from where I've grown up my entire life, and im leaving my friends and family and im excited and scared. I already have a job lined up so ill be okay that way but im so nervous. Do you have any advice?

These are great! These are all really useful methods of defending yourself and I actually learned most of these in my Krav Maga classes.