Laura Schmidt started notes to self, llc to put her belief in the power of positive thinking into action (and on people’s feet!). The idea for notes to self socks arrived while she was looking at her feet. During a trip to Western Kansas with her family on New Year’s Day 2011, Laura watched the scenic Flint Hills roll by, while her feet were propped up on the car dashboard. She was thinking about one of her favorite topics, positive affirmations, and how the subconscious mind is most receptive early in the morning and late at night. At that moment, she turned to her husband, Garret,and said, “I think I’m going to put positive affirmations on the toes of socks!” I am confident I truly believe that confidence is one of the most important qualities. This is one of my favorite affirmations. I am courageous Maya Angelo said: "Courage is the most important of all the virtues, because without courage you can't practice any other virtue consistently." I am smiling A smile can make a difference...for us and for others! I hope that you are smiling often! My new favorite quote I heard on Oprah's Life Class: Life is meant to be this happy! I love You forever These socks have "I love you" on the toes, and "forever" on the bottom.  Remember...you are loved. Laura’s hard work and a positive attitude have resulted in success in the corporate world, in direct sales, and as a dedicated mother of three Laura’s enthusiasm comes from helping others increase their confidence and reach their goals. She says, “I like the idea that someone wearing the socks sees a phrase such as ‘I am strong’ first thing in the morning when they are putting on their shoes, and at the end of the day.” All day long, that positive reminder, said in the present tense, is there. The wearer has the choice to share that message with others, or it can be private. Either way, that positive phrase is influencing their thoughts and actions. In the summer of 2011, Laura’s daughter wore one of the first prototypes, “I am confident,” to volleyball practice, and gave mom great feedback. Since then, hundreds of thousands of people have worn all sorts of notes to self socks – high-quality athletic socks with arch support and mesh top – with an extra spring in their step. Laura supports other small U.S. businesses by having them made exclusively in the U.S.A. Socks are regularly donated to non-profit organizations. Laura hopes that notes to self socks give people, especially the young, encouragement and confidence to become the best that they can be! We have a message for every special person in your life! FOR CAT & DOG LOVERS: These cat socks and dog socks have cute phrases in them to let you express your love for your favorite four-legged friend. These are perfect accessories for cat lovers and for dog lovers. A pair of animal design socks will surely brighten up anyone’s day. Notes to Self created these cat and dog lover accessories to spread that pure and innocent love for all pets alike. These are great gift socks for animal lovers, family, friends, co-workers and employees. Socks with colored words: 72% cotton, 20% nylon, 6% polyester, 2% spandex We have a message for every special person in your life! WORDS OF THE DAY: The shortest words make the biggest impact. Make special occasions even more memorable by wearing Notes to Self socks. These cozy socks will provide you the comfort you crave with the words you need on your special day. These special occasion socks are perfect for a birthday celebration or adorned as one of the wedding accessories, before during or after the big day. Socks with colored words: 72% cotton, 20% nylon, 6% polyester, 2% spandex We have a message for every special person in your life! LOVE YOUR WORK: Notes to Self Work Socks is a special collection of meaningful socks for professionals. These relationship socks contain a pair of socks for nurses or teachers. Each sock pair has its own inspirational message for each person to always remind them of how truly loved and appreciated they are in their profession. Socks with white words: 72% cotton, 20% nylon, 5% polypropylene, 2% spandex, 1% polyester We have a message for every special person in your life! FAMILY LOVE: Notes to Self Family Love Socks is a special collection of meaningful socks for each member of the family. These relationship socks contains one pair of socks for a mom, dad, grandma, grandpa, sister, brother or friend. Each family gift has its own inspirational message for each family member to always remind them of how truly loved they are. Socks with white words: 72% cotton, 20% nylon, 5% polypropylene, 2% spandex, 1% polyester You are Awesome!!! At Notes to Self we want everyone, every day to see a motivating message that reminds them of their best qualities. We created a series of affirmation socks, with a motivational message in the toes, and the soles of awesome socks you’ll want to wear every day. Machine wash cold, non-chlorine bleach only, tumble dry low. Made in the U.S.A.