How do I live moment to moment and then try to plan things?

I leave a writing pad on the table where I sit. When I think of something I want to do or plan, I sit down and write it out. If I lose my train of thought, I'll see my notes when I eat, and can pickup where I left off. Eventually, I can move forward. The pad never leaves the table. It's working for me for now, but I don't know how for how long. Hope this helps.