LIFE CHANGING PRODUCTIVITY SECRET TO GET MORE DONE! | Scheduling Hacks For Moms | How to Time Block

[@BlingBug3794]

As a stay at home mom with 4 kids I felt like I was always overwhelmed. The oldest was into sports. Every single available sport, he was there! The next was into music. Instruments, vocals, writing, etc. The younger boy was my "computer geek". My only daughter was into sports, beauty pageants, art, etc. I always felt like I never got anything done. My husband would come in from work and ask, "what did you do today?" And I rarely had an answer. To do lists made it feel even more overwhelming until I implemented my "Ta-da list". On those days when chaos reigned; ball practice, music lessons, cheer practice, I was a part time substitute teacher/aide, I kept the books for my husband's company, etc., I found that if I kept a list of all the little things I did during the day that weren't on my master to do list, (i.e. running to the store for a sick neighbor, helping the little girl next door braid her hair (she lived with her single dad who was clueless about her hair, etc) I had a better picture of how much I actually did during the day. I never realized how much I did. 5 minutes here, 15 minutes there add up.

[@jhdct94]

“A body in motion, stays in motion” - What a fantastic concept! 👍 I have told myself this multiple times since you used this in previous videos. It makes a huge difference on the weekends. When I get up in the morning, I started one task, power to the next one, see something else that needs to get done and do it. As long as I don’t sit down on the couch, I can continue to build on the momentum for at least three hours. Once I sit down and turn on the tv, game over. The morning is always my most productive time period. When I decide to sit down, I can relax and do nothing for the rest of the day but I feel good as I accomplished what I wanted earlier in the day.

[@thatpracticalmom]

That's SO awesome! It's great to see the concept working for you too!

[@violetqueen450]

If I DO end up on the couch, I make sure to set a timer for 15 or 20 minutes. When it goes off, I have to get up and do something/anything. I get a lot done in little bites.

[@sibongilethwala7080]

Oh yes, the couch is game over for me.

[@holliyargo]

I don’t have children but I work from home, my boyfriend has an ever-changing schedule and travels for work, and I have two 50 pound dogs. Despite working from home, I feel less productive regarding my house chores than I did when I went into the office every day. This looks like a very promising idea. I appreciate you sharing these ideas so much! I feel like “take a shower” will be among the first things blocked in.

[@paulinebeal5808]

My house chores has fallen behind as well during this pandemic. I meal prep on the weekend, so I don’t have to work a lot in the kitchen during the week. I use the extra time do some of those house chores after work or on my breaks at work on the days I work from home. Has kept me sane.

[@chelseav8311]

Honestly, as a busy adult, if I take a shower, I feel like I accomplished something.

[@violetqueen450]

Regarding life with little ones: my first two babes were 15 months apart and many days were overwhelming. A very wise woman told me to ask myself every morning what absolutely HAD to be done that day. A lot of days it was just "keep the kids fed and clean and wash a load of diapers." Like you said - lower your expectations! And days when I did that bare minimum, I told myself it was a successful day.

[@ModernClassicMama]

So true- I have days like that, too.

[@Rosiecat677]

Good advice. I just found out i'm pregant and I have a 9 month old !

[@nadalynm.3145]

@@Rosiecat677 that is such a wonderful gift to your children.

[@Gulfraz.]

@@Rosiecat677 congratulations hope it all goes well!!

[@shatajshinajones2660]

Thank you for this ❤️

[@antoinettehurrey614]

I have seen tons of productivity videos and tips over the years. I have been searching for something that would work with kids for so long. This is the best productivity video ever! OMG! She gives examples, the idea itself is amazing. Also it’s so simple I don’t need to learn how to use an app or computer program.

[@dr.dariapizzuto7668]

So very helpful- thank you! I see you are up at 5am- I wake up at 4-4:30 to get my work done. Early morning became my most favorite time of day :)

[@talithamac]

If you ever feel resentment toward young children who get in the way of your getting things done, take a moment to think ahead to a time when your children might live hundreds or thousands of miles away and when you might only get to see them, at most, a few days a year. Cherish their childhood and never forget that their mental wellbeing is directly related to the amount of quality time and attention that they get from parents/guardians. Never feel guilty that you stopped in the middle of a work task to have a precious moment with your loved ones. On the other hand, you can be creative with combining work and childcare: I used to read history books and encyclopaedias to my boys to put them to sleep and they both developed exceptional vocabularies and had wonderful diction from an early age.

[@francarroll9977]

I am 54 and my kids are grown. I LOVE your videos because you are so transparent and real with actual real life dilemmas! Thank you!

[@Hey___you]

I write my calendar by hand instead of typing on an electronic device because I remember things better if I actually write them down. I'm a new subscriber and have found your videos very helpful. Your ideas are great and you are charming. Cheers from the Pacific Northwest! ~catherine

[@lorrainepinkava5628]

Left handed, no wonder your so smart. Love all you do and suggest. Awesomeness is so you , go girl.

[@tilaw6397]

Hey, i found you only a few days but I'm gonna call it... you're my favourite KZbinr now! 🤗 i love your advice, your style of delivery, your personality. 👍👊

[@HappieHippieGal]

Indeed!!

[@LetsFocusOnChrist]

I use similar tactics to keep myself sane. Jordan Page from Fun Cheap or Free has some fantastic videos about the Block Schedule.

[@RachelLee]

Oh gonna check them out

[@PresenceofthePhoenix]

Thank you, my mom brain was starting to really get out of control. thanks for sharing your method on how to actually be productive as a new mama!

[@MonicaMartinez-dq3xn]

Wow. You are a bright and smart young woman. It’s a talent to be able to talk through your thoughts (and ours) the way you do. I’m a new fan! Your channel is unique and helpful. Good work!

[@Ab1-x2s]

First, this video has helped me a ton. I’ve referenced it a million times. Thank you!! Second, most of my family is left handed. You have the best handwriting I’ve ever seen a leftie have 👍🏼

[@happy5710]

Love the channel - maybe think about ideas for Meal Deals for people on a Budget? Wishing you the best

[@tishyj53]

Julia Pacheco has tons of great videos for you, also frugal fit mom has great content too. Best of luck :)

[@jocelynnelson]

"A body in motion stays in motion." I guess high school physics can be practical! 😁 I'm not a mom yet but I'll file this video away for when I have kids!

[@jackielanes7179]

Just realized that I did this all wrong and I’m excited to try it again

[@kristinmarievlogs8869]

This was SO HELPFUL. I've done time blocking before, but never with a monthly or weekly brain dump list. Also, I am one of those people who likes to cram as much as possible into each block. For some reason, hearing you say "we always think we can do a task quicker than we actually can" actually made me only block out one or two tasks for each time period. The first day doing this and it's the first time I felt productive and NOT overwhelmed. THANK YOU!!!

[@lauriemyers3]

Fellow lefty! My brain has tabs inside of tabs inside of tabs in my brain. I’ve always had a hard time finding anything that works the way my brain works. My “brain dumps” need to be categorized. 🙄

[@Neverlandishome]

You are my literal favorite mommy channel! So many great tips and tricks. Thank you so much

[@christymorrison3983]

Love everything you post!!! Your so real and relatable!!!

[@osoniye4209]

You have 2 notebooks... is one for both the monthly and weekly to do list, and then the other is for your daily time blocked schedules?

[@poppyseed389]

With 3 young kids home (one is a baby and 2 are home from school and preschool) I feel like the entire day passes and I wonder what we even got done. I like the idea of writing down the master list. You can see everything at once

[@SuperLovelyDulce]

I stumbled upon this video. And its like it was meant for me, I'm pretty unorganized and my life is a mess. Well anyways I didn't notice right away that this was on June 2, which is my birthday 😅 i think the universe is trying to tell me something

[@jessicabradshaw3365]

Happy Belated Birthday 🥳!!!

[@shaynana1251]

Another good tip to be productive when you don’t feel like it is to time your tasks. So if you dread having to vacuum, just get what you can done in 10 to 15 minutes then stop when the timer goes off. This is from the Flylady system. 👍

[@osoniye4209]

So helpful!!

[@ritabrandow1318]

Thank you I am getting all kind of ideals. I need to get a few things. I will let you know how it works. You are such an encouragement and I really need that right now. May the Lord richly bless you

[@personal1055]

Hi, could you do a step-by-step video of how you lay out your notebooks it would help a lot with organising my time as standard planners overwhelm me; and trying to do it myself just overwhelms me because it feels like I'm walking in blind. Please & Thank you :) Plus this video was very helpful

[@NewEarthAwakening]

Check out the Legend Planner Hourly Pro planner on Amazon. It’s basically this whole format laid out in a beautiful planner that helps you track everything! It’s been completely life changing for me!

[@Cornelia90]

Took me 3 days to actually watch this video, but my god so glad that I did! This was so helpful; way more than the 2 productivity courses I paid for and multiple books on the subject I've read. The way you explain it and perfected it to actually fit into your life is amazing, thank you so much for sharing! This could not have come at a better time for me, 'cause I have soooo much to do this summer.

[@thatpracticalmom]

Omg this is amazing I’m SO GLAD

[@rajeshwarihemmadi3229]

Hi , can u guide on how u manage to get up at 5 am as u have small kid ...? How to energise urself....? God bless u

[@mandajones8052]

Cleaning around a one year old is a nightmare! Lol sometimes you just gotta go with the flow of the day.

[@felixmelissaespinoza3767]

At the beginning of the video it looked almost like you had a different notebook and maybe a similar to the concept of the bullet journal. Can you make a video showing your “planner” in more complete detail? I like that you use just a regular notebook and I have thought about it before and bought on and then had NO idea where to go from there. I’m NOT creative so those type of videos help me SO much 😇🙌🏼🙏🏼

[@belleburns9671]

I'm childless, but love your very miminal planning. Saves energy and money on a planner! 😊

[@poppyseed389]

Wow can I just tell you how helpful this video has been! Watched it a few days ago and I started writing out a monthly to do list, especially all the big projects I think I'll do someday but never find time. I was already doing the block schedule before so I started to schedule half hour bits within that of work time to tackle those to dos (before my kids wake up,during baby's nap, when my husband gets home and one after they all go to sleep.) I've discovered 2 extra hours daily to get the "someday" stuff done! And when it's scheduled in for just half hour here and there it's a whole lot less overwhelming to tackle the small piece of a project rather than finding time to do the whole thing

[@surlespasdondine]

My first baby hated all baby carriers and was a high needs baby, I constantly had to hold her and could not even go to the bathroom😱 It was very hard and now I think I should have lowered my expectations for sure.

[@rhondaladson8650]

I'm 52 years old and have found the older I get, the harder it is for me to get things done. I want to thank you. You've helped so much. I just started this on 4/15/21. It's all ready changed my life. I feel like I've actually completed so many things in like 3 days. Two days I worked 9 hours.

[@homemakersheart3614]

Same here! Her system is simple and effective.

[@YourIdealSelf]

I love love love this. It’s not complicated! There’s no fancy ass planner or hard to remember system. This is what I needed

[@violetqueen450]

That was my thought too! Just a simple plan.

[@Jennifer-vb5gv]

This is amazing, finally a system which is not overly complicated and doesn't take hours to figure out how to even set it up! Thank you so much. I am wondering about one thing: since you write your master to do list by month and then go from there to make your weekly schedule, what do you do for the next week when you start making your plan for the next week, and many new to do's came up? Do you simply add them to your monthly master list, every time a new to do pops up?

[@ShePaints]

This was SO helpful! And I watch/read jillions of time and productivity things - because I have ADHD & the overwhelm can spiral very quickly! - but this is the MOST helpful video I’ve ever seen. I appreciate you.

[@CassieWinter]

Sweet! Are the tips still working for you?

[@ShePaints]

@@CassieWinter ❤️ Well I'm sure they would be, if I may or may not have forgotten them 🥴 I took notes even, but things are deleted from my brain without my knowledge sometimes 😮 and I can't find which notebook I wrote my notes in. 😅 But it's kind of you to ask! I'm sure I'll find them soon!

[@CassieWinter]

@@ShePaints Haha. That's a normal experience, especially with ADHD. 😊 Here's a reminder to stick a post-it note to your monitor (and/or bathroom mirror) so you don't forget.

[@ShePaints]

@@CassieWinter Thanks!

[@hcondrack]

I would love to see specifically work from home tips as a lot of us are facing that including me.

[@mindylafollette6528]

This might be silly, but I am setting up my notebooks now as I have felt very out of my routine since moving in August, Can you explain how you are utilizing the two notebooks? I know you have the master list, weekly, and daily portions but is one notebook solely for the daily time-blocking and the other for the master list and then the weekly lists after the months? I am overcomplicating this I am sure but I just thought I would ask. Thanks!!!

[@katesquad3867]

Maybe try the master list in one notebook and then the weekly and daily in another, so that when you're filling out your weekly list you can have the master list in front of you for reference, without having to flip back and forth as much each week.

[@katesquad3867]

And then just put your daily blocks between each week. I hope this tip helps.

[@kassandrav504]

LoL 😁 lower your standards! This is my kind of friend! For real though this tip has helped so much since having my 3rd child. Not to live in filth but to priotitze whats absolutely necessary to what can be overlooked for the time being and not make life come crashing down. And #momlife for having 800tabs open at once. I always tell my husband i always have a million things on my mind and i stare at him in awe when he says he has NOTHING on his mind 😅

[@AlexxWoodwick]

I’m not sure how true or credible this is but I recently read that while making lists try not to have more than 7 or so things on it at a time. The theory behind it is it can feel overwhelming seeing each and every thing we have to do thus ultimately shutting down. And that has happened to me countless times. This helped me so hopefully it can help someone else too 🤓

[@maryswisher3358]

Can you please provide a link to where you got the hanging baskets you keep your notebooks in. I love them!

[@ritabrandow1318]

Why not try the office supply store or go on line to one and order it. I hope you don't mind I said this for I am going to do it

[@raylenepreuss1430]

Great stuff!! You are effectively applying the Agile Project Management methodology. Master Running List = backlog. Time Blocking = iteration planning.

[@moneymomlime]

Love this! Key words, a "running list" lol feels like things are never done. It reminds me though how blessed I am to have what I have and do what I do.

[@lauras4472]

I’ve watched this video twice. What is in each notebook? Why not write it in one book? Do you not plan out the week, or just one day at a time? Also, do you not write anything on the left side of the page? Sorry for all the ADHD questions!

[@sarcasticoutpost4735]

I love when you said close the tabs out in your brain. This is a pullover I made lol.

[@CherylChicago]

Really appreciate this! I’ve been totally overwhelmed and need to get some structure. This is a perfect combo of organized but not overly complicated! Thank you!

[@thatpracticalmom]

YAY! I'm SO glad!

[@mialeitch1789]

@@thatpracticalmom Please please please, I've went through your vid's twice searching for a erasable note pad you talked about. Any chance you could send me the name of the company you get this notebook that can wipe away pages to reuse? Thanks so much 🙏

[@tammyschuessler7999]

@@mialeitch1789 thinking it is the rocket book. You can grab an Amazon for like 25 for the notebook size.

[@debrahurtado5491]

Stuff that misses goal, I just ⭕ circle them and move to next page or list, etc...

[@joachym030]

I'm a young adult with ADHD and your time organising is the first I've seen that appeals to me and looks achievable and helpful!!

[@rebeccarashid2412]

You produce great videos! Love the tips. A tip to young moms: be easy on yourself! I wish I had worried less about being productive and enjoyed my young children more. Having said that, DO spend some of your valuable energy on teaching kids to help clean and work together as a family. With sports and extracurricular, it can seem easier to just do it yourself, but that’ll bite you later! Again, love your tips!

[@daisybuchanan5378]

Yes Kallie ! Master list, weekly calendar, and once weekly I had a sitter for three hours. That’s when I blasted through errands. No in and out of car seats, wasting time on car trips, etc. Your method eliminates most lists and sticky notes too. Brilliant !

[@Narbyful]

This was great; thanks. "Lower your standards." Oh boy, absolutely. If they are little, or if they are in college and home. Since Covid-19, my time alone to get things done has disappeared. My husband is a college professor, so he and my 2 sons were/are home doing their college classes online. My entire normal work at home experience - toast. And yes, I absolutely remember the baby days. Expecting less of yourself, your household and asking for help is vital. And realize that, as Mom, you are the glue of the household. Glue doesn't get privacy and days off. **sigh** no.

[@KillerBsMama143]

I love this! Have you thought about trying bullet journaling? It helps me keeping track of my all the things I need to do and I also find it relaxing and therapeutic setting it up and filling it out.

[@auntpurl5325]

Love the simplicity of a spiral notebook. No fluff. Thanks for the tips.

[@lilykrizhevskiy59]

This is amazing!!!! I love it♡ thank you, perfect

[@sincerelymiss]

Sitting here after writing all my reoccurring bills down and preparing to start my KZbin channel but I can’t seem to get off KZbin instead of being productive hahahha

[@marie_grimaud]

Kallie, I've only just recently discovered your channel and I love it ! I was wondering though : does your husband help around the house? It seems like you're the one who has to do all the chores...

[@zulemapearce4949]

so it wasn't clear for me, 2 notebooks- one for the monthly and one for the weekly tasks?

[@zulemapearce4949]

1 year later… ⏰??

[@cheyennecover6703]

This video has been so helpful! I’m a first time Mom of a 5 month old and also work part time away from the home. I haven’t had a chance to sit down and lay out my monthly or weekly master plans BUT even having a mind set of time blocking has helped me TREMENDOUSLY this week!!

[@poppyseed389]

The Q & A at the end was very helpful. Was literally wondering each of those

[@thatpracticalmom]

OH GOOD! I'm glad I included it! yay!

[@MariaSegovia]

Kallie this is exactly what I needed! Thank you so much for listening to our requests! You rock!!!! 😎

[@thatpracticalmom]

YOU'RE WELCOME!

[@therosiealejandra]

This inspires me, I barely get anything done in a day but I'm working on it already, your tips are nice ♥

[@ramonanash4855]

it helps to create a master list of chores, budget, menu ideas and receipes, a fridge/ freezer pantry inventory, a quick daily to do twice a day for 20 minutes, a master monthly grocery and household to buy, a wish list, a holiday gift planner, a birthday chart by month- i did a bullet journal for that stuff..alexa gives a reminder for meds, a screen off alarm, and a to do list with to buy. i also have an alphabetical file of paperwork. i love your stuff!!! keep it coming sweetie. u go girl. i would speak a little slower for us taking notes- but it's okay i can slow ur speed. u have a sweet little family- and ur realistic.

[@ambertaylor4077]

Thank you! I needed this.

[@dahutful]

Did you just say, “cathartic?” Love it! You’re awesome. David

[@kimgordon3695]

"closing the open tabs in your brain" Yes Kallie! Luv it. 💞

[@ProspectivePlans]

These productivity hacks are just what I needed! 💫 Keep rising to be who you want to be! 💫 #keeprising #risingtobe #aswerise #riser #irise

[@deborahgonzales424]

Heeeyyy, another lefty! 😯🙂 I love your videos!! Esp. the declutter & organize ones! But I needed this one too!

[@Rishy223]

I do the same but instead of writing it in a notebook I have a printable I made up that I put on a clipboard. I’ve tried to have to do lists and stuff on my phone but it doesn’t work for me either!

[@rosesaqt]

So, I don't know if you've thought of this, maybe you have, but when I was a new mom, I kept a log of when I nursed, which side I nursed and how long I nursed on that side. At the end of the day, when I felt bad for not getting anything done, I'd look at my log and say, "You fed your son. That was more important." It ended up being a blessing, because when I went to a checkup, I was able to show the nurse that I was indeed feeding my son plenty. (He was in the one percentile, because my husband is short and he got dad's short genes.) --- Now, since you love writing things down, I recommend Rocketbook. They have various types of re-usable notebooks that are erasable with water. There are videos on KZbin for beginners to get ideas about using their Rocketbook. I wasn't sure if I was going to like it, so I started with a Mini that I bought from Wal-Mart, that way if I didn't like it I wouldn't have to feel like I had wasted too much money. Just a suggestion. Thank you for sharing your system. I'm sure you're a great mom.

[@schikimhiki]

I'm a student and I think this is really gonna help me!!

[@Dee-d.to4]

Girl!!!! I didn’t even know I needed this video! I did!!!! I don’t have kids - mine are older! But I craft and have Grands!! And work full time! This was Awesome!!!! Simple steps to follow..... easy to understand! You nailed it! I forwarded it to my daughters and nieces who do have kids!!! We already do ‘list! This is just so much more! Thank you for taking the time!!!❤️

[@c3pohcbr]

I like this approach! I wish I could find a way to implement it with my work schedule - with working a full time desk job (although remotely) my daily plan usually just has a giant block from 8-5 labeled “work” 😅

[@7oclockmiracles88]

I work in a office too. I break things into projects like work on updating employee handbook in the morning and post on social media in the afternoon as an example. It’s not always perfect because of interruptions but it still gives structure to my day and able to tell others I can’t chat as I have a deadline I’m working on. I do make more progress than no plan.

[@gypsybelle4757]

Great ideas. This is my second time to watch the video through and I’ll be watching it at least two more times. Really trying to find a flow that works for me. I love the idea of just doing something for 5 minutes to get in motion. Thank you for sharing!

[@shannonannescriptauthor211]

The french school system uses the block system for subjects and time. I love this method!

[@Laurent69ftm]

In other countries they don't do that? What do they do instead?

[@kashbash9645]

Grammar Police: “LIFE-CHANGING” should be hyphenated.

[@smc37diabla]

So the first notebook is the running list and weekly breakdown and the second notebook is for time blocking?

[@editsbyliv13]

Hi! Where do you put your calendar appointments, like doc appointments, etc.?

[@thatpracticalmom]

I do have a paper calendar (that was the other notebook) where I can add out anything in the future. We also have a stationary calendar in our kitchen for meal planning which I've shared in meal planning videos. I will add those there, too, and reference when I make the master list.

[@JIMSJAMA]

Thanks so much for this video! This month my brain is overflowing with things. Just made timeblocks for tomorrow and instantly feel more prepared and more at ease!🙏🏽

[@chibully]

I see you have work 5-8 am. What happens if you just oversleep or just feet like sleeping in?

[@CocoaIshFy]

I have no lie ... watched and or listened to this video about 40x ... in the last few weeks 😂😂 thanks for the motivation

[@StacySanseverino]

You intuitively explained the Keller Williams Realty “411” method (4 weeks- 1 month- 1 year is what it stands for). Do you mind if I share your video with my students in my lessons?

[@sanditabaj6214]

This is helpful, not just for Moms but for anyone! I'm a business owner and have been "schedule challenged" 😉 most of my life! This looks like a simple yet powerful way to get a grip on it! Thank you! 🌹😀

[@CassieWinter]

I love the term "schedule challenged"!

[@kaylalee5043]

Yesss this speaks to me on so many levels!! Masters lists and time blocking keep me sane 😂👌🏻

[@kkflower1111]

If 14:35 if you could make another video on any updates on your planning routine? This is a great video very informative I am going to try this method is kind of hard for me to organize but I have to this year

[@violetqueen450]

I got a lot of good ideas from this video! Thanks for helping me feel like I can get a handle on all the to-do's, finally!

[@nicolegregory4429]

I really appreciate your tips and hacks. Thank you! ~N

[@jessicabradshaw3365]

This is SUPER HELPFUL annnnnd I’m retired, not a new mom haha! Seriously, this is life changing and I’m so glad I found your channel, from a fellow left hander, lovelovelove!!!

[@jessicabradshaw3365]

I saw that left handedness too👍!

[@cynthialenz]

This is helpful even if you are not a mom.

[@PlainJane82]

I do the first method most times but electronically. Less paper and with iCloud I can go from my iPad or iPhone to edit.

[@jessiemadanat5455]

Thank you for using a $1 notebook.

[@ashlyngwyn8826]

So that explains motherhood and pretty much life for me growing up with ADD literally the way people understood it best was when I told them my brain is like a Internet browser and I can’t control the tabs Can’t wait to try this out for me and my family thank you

[@althearenn4529]

Sounds like me.. I was never diagnosed but I feel that way.

[@karenfernandez466]

What does each notebook have in it?

[@AVigortsson]

The key points you bring up here is really to be realistic with your time blocks. I've tried time blocking on and off, but tend to overestimate how much I could actually get done 😅🙈 Thanks for sharing!

[@CassieWinter]

I plan in lots of buffer time blocks when I do my time blocking, which allows for things to take longer and for life to happen. It's really helpful. 😊

[@jmarie7405]

Thank you so much for this! Easy to understand and you broke it down in a way that makes it simple to follow and put into action. My problem with my work calendar is I will schedule time for myself to work on an item and then just ignore it bc I’m already in the middle of the day and derailed.

[@happinessishomemadewithang3684]

Life-changing thank you! Very excited to incorporate this!! Have needed help with this for years and didn't even know what to look up what I was looking for.

[@calisongbird]

Why are there 2 notebooks? Do they hold different kinds of notes?