Category Archives: Mary Poppins

Refresh and Reframe

I’m not quitting. It took some self-reflection, counseling, crying and some kind words and some “We’re going to the zoo [next month], you have no choice!” words from caring friends, but I’m not giving up on the blog. My counselor made a good point to me (notably the week after I made the goals forContinue reading “Refresh and Reframe”

Not So Practically Perfect Proceedings

My Mary Poppins’ plans aren’t going the way I want. I thought if I pretended like she was an actual presence in the house it would help motivate me more – who wants a nanny breathing down her neck, and a magical one at that? I thought if I extended the time limit, I wouldn’tContinue reading “Not So Practically Perfect Proceedings”

Mary Poppins: Quotes and Goals

Here are some of my favorite Mary Poppins’ quotes from the movie (sorry for repeat photos): Goals Mary Poppins and I have Created for Me: Tidy Up the Bedroom (see photo above). When Mary Poppins sees Jane and Michael’s nursey for the first time, Jane says, “I’m afraid the nursery isn’t very tidy.” Mary PoppinsContinue reading “Mary Poppins: Quotes and Goals”

Mary Poppins Arrives

Mary Poppins has arrived! I was a little concerned she wouldn’t come (she normally doesn’t “nanny” adults), but she has made an exception just for me! I showed her around and let her unpack. Mary Poppins is ready to help me this month – please stay tuned for goals and more photos throughout the month!Continue reading “Mary Poppins Arrives”

Mary Poppins, Please

I can’t believe we’re already a quarter into a quarter of 2022. I can’t believe it’s taken me SO long to get back into my blog! Last year I was at a low. I didn’t know what I wanted to do with my blog, it didn’t interest me and it even felt a little dumb.Continue reading “Mary Poppins, Please”