1. Always know where the paintbrushes are…not if, where.

2. When in doubt, the answer is in the realm of *soft* (physical and mental realm)

3. Listen. Listen more. Pay attention to all the words esp. the ones that seem to come from nowhere like “where is your husband?” Then proceeding to tell me.

4. Never lock in a pre conceived notion about limitation or definition of how far a person can go. (Including me)

5. Remember Sophie’s a record keeper…just remember that.

6. Treat her as ordinary but never forget she’s holding the keys…to something.

7. There is a place for a new breed of human, one we don’t know much about. Keep a broad lens open.

8. Low stimulation and plain foods can be a remedy for many ills.

9. Soohie is a natural anti depressant – remember this.

That’s 9 for now. Reserving the right to be added to along the way.