"To be a mother is to take on one of the most emotionally and intellectually demanding, exasperating, strenuous, anxiety-arousing and deeply satisfying tasks that any human being can undertake." I have 5 cats, one son & a small apartment. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~EVERYTHING I NEED TO KNOW ABOUT LIFE I LEARNED FROM A JIGSAW PUZZLE Don't force a fit. If something is meant to be, it will come together naturally. When things aren't going so well, take a break.Everything will look different when you return. Be sure to look at the big picture. Getting hung up on the little pieces only leads to frustration. Perseverance pays off. Every important puzzle went together bit by bit, piece by piece. When one spot stops working, move to another. But be sure to come back later (see above). The creator of the puzzle gave you the picture as a guidebook. Variety is the spice of life. It's the different colors and patterns that make the puzzle interesting. Establish the border first. Boundaries give a sense of security and order. Don't be afraid to try different combinations.Some matches are surprising. Take time to celebrate your successes (even little ones). Anything worth doing takes time and effort.A great puzzle can't be rushed!~~ Author Unknown ~~