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note to self 

verbal form of mental indexing.
origins dating back to early 90's sitcom parker lewis can't lose who made use of "mental notes".
janes cable goes out. "note to self - call the cable company tomorrow."
note to self by yorail May 14, 2005

note to self 

One of those things you scribble on your hand shortly before washing them both.
Why is it necessary to also have an example in order to submit a deffinition? I shall write a note to myself to send UD an email about this subject. There, done. Now I'm off to the shower.
note to self by cbeck July 11, 2004

note to self 

Spoken or demonstrative reminder to alter behavior or conduct a future task, often intended to be humorous or self-deprecating.
Note to self; think twice before walking backwards.
note to self by kinsmed July 10, 2004

note to self 

A verbal quip that typically precedes a statement the speaker might remember. Typically used humorously, often in a denigrating fashion.
Note to self, flog Bill with a loaf of bread for that pun.
note to self by ke6isf July 9, 2004

note to self 

A way of voicing a mental note when other people are around. It could be a lesson learned, a picked up piece of information, etc.
(After stepping into mud): "Note to self, don't wear Nike shoes in the forest next time!"
note to self by Nadia July 9, 2004

note to self 

funny website where you can write advice for everyone to see www.ntself.com
Note to self, Check for dishes before pissing in the sink.
note to self by ntself January 5, 2011