In the world of Project Life, and specifically for those of us who are capturing a slice of life every day, POTD is an everyday term. It stands for Picture of the Day. Our kids have even started having an opinion of what they think should be in the POTD for our family’s yearbook. Love that.
It’s been a while since I’ve shared some POTDs, so here’s a look at some recent shots that help to illustrate our family’s story.
I’m a re-arranger. In our home, I move things around on a regular basis. This is the latest arrangement in the middle of our kitchen table. It’ll likely be different in a couple weeks. This photo illustrates my interest in home decor as well as one of my personality traits (I rearranged my bedroom furniture all the time as a kid.)
Reminder to moms who are creating books for their kids & families: Don’t forget to include yourself, your hobbies, your quirks, your interests. You are just as much part of the story.
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We are so grateful that Porter (7) and Claire (4) have such a special friendship and get along really well. One of their latest “things” is that Porter massages Claire’s ears. I’m serious. Totally random and totally sweet. This photo illustrates Porter’s caring nature and represents their sweet relationship.
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Last night’s dinner: French Dip sandwiches. One of our favorites and the kids’ first time eating them. Click here for the recipe. This photo illustrates an everyday occurrence and basic human function — eating. It’s part of life and therefore, part of our story.
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Our oldest niece has left for college. I’ve been thinking about Kyra a lot and wondering how she’s doing. So excited that she is going to experience life away from home. So excited for what is in store for her — educationally, socially, spiritually. So this was part of our text conversation this past week. This photo illustrates a family relationship, how texting is a part of our world, and how I personally embrace new beginnings in life.
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Speaking of new beginnings … our baby is learning to swim! Crew has had a handful of lessons and I work with him as much as I can. Every day he has had a lesson he is extra snuggly with me. And I dig it. Particularly because David is the main recipient of Crew’s snuggles at home. This photo illustrates how much this sweet boy really does loves his mama and how much I eat it up when he slows down enough to snuggle with me.
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The other night Porter wanted to watch some spy show. I wanted him to hang with me in the office while I did some projects. A few minutes later he handed this to me. I had no idea he was working on it. Honestly, I think the boy knows I’m a sucker for his art. Very manipulative, isn’t he? Of course I fell for it. This photo illustrates how Porter uses art to communicate his deepest desires. (Note: I scanned the art.)
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Every day there is something worth recording. Actually, there are a thousand little things worth recording. But even just taking a picture of one thing, writing one story or anecdote — these all add up to illustrate the story of our life. Even if it’s not every day, I know that so many of you are doing what you can to tell your story. I just love that.
Tags: ear massage, french dip, glass jars, home decor, kids' art, kitchen, lazy susan, swim lessons, texting
That art is too precious. Love it!
Hi Becky, I love Project Life and hoping you could let me know when they will be availble for Australian Customers again. I was hoping to get one for a friend who is having her first baby in early October as a baby gift!
Thanks for the inspiration! Joanne
Love seeing the pics you have! I have been doing POTD for 3 1/2 years now. It’s funny how all my neighbors know about it. When they see my camera, they always ask, “Picture of the day?”. Love it!
Where did you get those awesome white kitchen chairs? I love the design of the back!
LOVE these potd…thank you for reminding me to take some pics of “me”. Your children are darling:)
Dear Becky,
Please tell me about those kitchen/dining room chairs? They are way cool. And what about those glass canisters; I saw some once that were sooo expensive, so I’m wondering where you got yours. I love your organization/decorating,and I truly hope that you show us more. (You have a talent for it.) BTW thanks for writing about Snapware containers and the Container Store; I found way too many things that we “needed”. My husband doesn’t thank you. LOL
I have a question about the mission work that you write about your parents being on; did you once mention or scrapbook that your dad was a dr. ? Maybe I’m wrong, but my question is: what happens with people’s jobs/practices, etc. when they are doing their mission work?
LOL Love your blog. It’s a must-read.
Oops cancel that second LOL- I was laughing when I wrote about the Container Store, since i’ve spent a small fortune there. The mission question was not meant to be funny.
Becky you have posted a few examples of how your orgainize your time in terms of meal planning and scrapbooking. I am curious if you have a “schedule” you follow for the day. It seems that you fit so much in and I am wondering if you have a “trick” for it.
Thank you
I have been for the year of 2010, taking little notes, pictures, certificates etc.
and sticking them all in a big manilla envelope with 2010 written on the outside,
going to make my 2010 review book that way. BUT NEXT YEAR, I am so getting the Project LIfe kit! and I can’t wait for it!
tara
love love love the photo of you and Crew how cute, my son Cody is such a mummies boy and he is so cuddly and I just love his cuddles its so nice to get from them ah……love all your other photos too
Where did you find the glassware on the kitchen table? I’ve been looking everywhere for the smaller sized ones and can’t find them, I found one at HomeGoods but still looking for more, I was thinking I could put them on the counter and fill them with all the kids snacks like goldfish, pretzels, etc…
Hi, Becky… I did a POTD (Project 365) Blog for my 48th year of life. Today I turned 49, and I started another POTD (Project Life) Blog which will record my life for another entire year before I turn 50.
While I am a major scrapbooker, I’ve enjoyed doing the POTD Blogs and sharing them with family and friends this way.
Thanks for your inspiration. You have wonderful, creative ideas!