Journal entry:
Photographs:
Bunnies…
Small bunnies…
Egg jewelry jar…
Bush…
Close up of bloom…
I am grateful:
1. I was able to help Mom begin feeling better when I got up today.
2. I did not sleep too late.
3. I paid my AT&T bill today, and still have a bit of money left over.
4. Penny is eating better.
5. We had Subway for supper.
I hope your Saturday was wonderful and that you are doing something creative over your weekend.
Always,
Jo Ann
Journal entry and haiku:
Some photographs I took in town:
Flowering bush.
Another shot of flowering bush.
Cherry blossoms.
Cherry blossoms.
Cherry blossoms.
Bush.
Cherry tree.
I am grateful:
1. My shopping went well today.
2. Mom felt better after taking the medicine I suggested.
3. I enjoy reading and writing.
4. I have internet access.
5. My physical health is fairly good.
I hope your Friday was rewarding and your weekend is fantastic. May you find something fine to create.
Always,
Jo Ann
Some haiku and a bit of exposition:
A couple of photographs:
Stump surrounded by foliage.
There are books on these shelves…
It is Thursday, time for a gratitude list.
I am thankful:
1. I have enough time to explore my creativity.
2. I am blessed with an active imagination.
3. I learned to read and write.
4. I have plenty of tools to use in making art.
5. I managed to raise a responsible citizen.
6. I am able to help my Mom.
7. I have a very sweet puppy dog.
8. My two books came from Amazon this week.
9. My bed is soft and comfortable.
10. We have heat and air conditioning to keep the house temperate.
I hope you find something in your life for which to be thankful. Making these lists helps keep one mindful of blessings. May you be given inspiration to create something beautiful today.
Always,
Jo Ann
A poem, a picture, and a journal entry:
Today is Thursday so it is gratitude list day.
I am thankful:
1. Mom is feeling better today after being quite sick last night.
2. The dogs were groomed yesterday.
3. Some people are following my creativity project.
4. Alex and I were able to communicate a while today.
5. I have read five books so far this year.
6. When my old laptop suddenly stopped working last night it was only because the power cord was disconnected and the battery dead.
7. Penny is doing well despite congestive heart failure.
8. I still have some money left and it is near the end of the month.
9. I have internet access and a working laptop.
10. I have a comfortable bed in which to sleep.
I am hoping to draw something for tomorrow. Drawing seems to be harder for me than creatively writing or taking photographs. I think I am less sure of my skill, especially with the Wacom tablet. This project is not to do things perfectly, but to make some creative effort daily. I made it intentionally broad in category so that any effort counts. I am pleased that I am still doing this project.
I hope your day brings you some inspiration that you can turn into a work of creativity.
Always,
Jo Ann
First a poem I worked to perfect this morning, then a journal entry from this afternoon:
Some pictures from our walk:
A sky shot…
A long leaf pine that reminds me of a cactus…
My sweet puppy dog, Hope, sporting her newly groomed coat.
Another shot of my baby girl.
A shot of the sky.
The road to Linda’s house.
Trees…
Penny in her pajamas.
Close up of Ko-Ko in pajamas.
Hope close up.
I hope all of you have some brilliant creative ideas to brighten your day.
Always,
Jo Ann
My journal entry and a poem:
Today was a rainy day, so Hope and I did not go outside to walk. My pictures for the day come from inside the house. The dogs are going to be groomed on Wednesday so I took some pictures of them with their long hair.
My sweet Hope…
Ko-Ko…
Penny…
Mom with Penny…
Some few of my books in teetering stacks.
You can see I have plenty of material to read and that is only a small number of all my books.
I hope you enjoyed your time spent here. May your day be full of creative energy.
Smiles,
Jo Ann
Firstly, it is Thursday, thankful list day.
I am thankful:
1. I have some awesome books to inspire me.
2. Mom brought me lunch from Applebee’s today and it was very good.
3. I am excited about working creatively this year.
4. I have not had to go to town this week.
5. Jeremy, my nephew, has a treadmill that Mom and I can try out here to see if we really want one.
6. I still have an Amazon gift card from Christmas to use for books.
7. I was able to set my old laptop up for Mom’s use and she is spending time playing games.
8. My new coat is very warm and comfortable.
9. Reba may be able to buy a house.
10. I was able to get our watch warranties extended to five years as advertised.
My journal entry:
The picture of a unicorn that I created on the Wacom tablet:
The photographs I took while walking a mile with Hope this evening:
I thought some of these shots turned out extremely well. I am so fortunate to live in such a beautiful place.
Be creative and enjoy your wonderful life.
Always,
Jo Ann
I am hoping to accomplish something creative every day forward for the year. Much of this will entail writing, but there will be some artwork, photography, crafts, and whatever else I come up with.
For today I took a picture of the books I am reading daily:
The two at the bottom I am reading aloud with my Mom as a Bible study. Our church is doing Read The Bible For Life this year, and although I do not attend, we are participating in the study. The other five I chose to read this year for personal edification.
The following is a scan of the hand written journal entry I made this evening:
I mentioned my new Invicta watch and I guess I should show you what it looks like:
I chatted with Alex a bit today and learned he is enjoying Hawaii. He has begun writing again, which I think is marvelous because Alex is very talented.
I am running out of time so this will be my creation for today. Stay tuned for more as the days go by.
Always,
Jo Ann
I am thankful:
1. I made it through 2011, and accomplished much in the year.
2. Mom is doing fairly well.
3. I was able to get a new laptop, Wacom tablet, some artistic programs, and Office Professional 2010 for Christmas.
4. I have designated my old laptop for Mom’s use and she is learning to use it for playing games she enjoys.
5. I have lowered my reading goal for 2012 to encourage more creative pursuits.
6. I chose to do the Read The Bible For Life study with my Mom this year and she is enjoying it so far. I read all the material aloud to her and elaborate on the answers to the questions asked in the study.
7. I was able to pay my cell phone bill for this month and my car insurance.
8. We do not have any appointments in the coming week and our shopping is done for a few days. Maybe it will not be necessary to go to town until late in the week.
9. Winter has been mild and I have not even had to put on a heavy coat this year.
10. We were able to help Laura, my daughter-in-law, by giving her the mattress set from Alex’s room.
11. My dog, Hope, is a wonderful companion and very sweet.
12. The gift cards I was given for Christmas helped me survive December.
13. Jana gave me a Kindle gift card that I have not used yet.
14. Our Christmas and New Year meals were delicious.
15. I took all the library books back and am now reading books I own.
16. I have found some excellent resources on the internet for writing, art, and free eBooks.
17. I have adequate shelter, clothing, transportation, and nutrition.
18. God blessed me with intelligence and talent.
19. I have experienced love in my life.
20. I have survived the ravages of pain and hate.
I am enjoying my new computer a great deal and am so glad I can share the older one with my Mom. It gives her something that challenges her mind and keeps her entertained. I am hoping to use my new equipment to further my artistic endeavors this year as well as my writing. Cutting back on my reading goal should give me more time to use creatively. The only thing I lack now is inspiration and I am hoping that will be in ample supply. I have some books that should help with it.
I like doing the Bible study with my Mom. Her attention motivates me to do the daily readings. I probably would not do the study without her involvement. Making her happy makes me feel I am a success.
I have been watching the Republican debates and though I am not happy with everything President Obama has done, I do not see where any of these candidates would be a superior choice. I am afraid there is still a long process before our economy will recover and I do not think one man has the power to do all that is necessary to accomplish effective change. The people of our country can not make things better when they are so divided in their resolve. Working together is the only effective way to improve our nation’s problems.
If anyone is lonely and sad I highly recommend acquiring a puppy dog to provide companionship and lift the spirits. My sweet Shih Tzu, Hope, is a wonderful addition to my life. I do not think I would be nearly as happy without her presence.
I hope everyone has a wonderful year full of blessings and happiness. I encourage each one to take time to be thankful. Gratitude adds satisfaction to life.
Always,
Jo Ann
I am thankful:
1. Mom and I did not go out during the craziness of Black Friday.
2. We had a wonderful Thanksgiving here at home.
3. I took all the library books back to the library and am going to read some of my own books for a while.
4. Alex is going to continue paying my Boost bill so I can keep my BlackBerry.
5. Carrie Leigh and Jesse will visit this weekend.
6. Laura and I are getting along well.
7. Mom’s thyroid levels are back to normal.
8. I am learning to use Windows 7 and the new Internet Explorer.
9. My Mom is so good to me.
10. I am feeling somewhat better. My stomach still is not normal, but it is not churning quite so bad.
11. I was able to give Edith Leigh a few of my clothes that she liked.
12. I used Shop Your Way Rewards to buy Carrie Leigh a jacket.
13. I found some good online deals during Black Friday week and on Cyber Monday.
14. Even though I am not going to meet my reading goal this year, I have read many books.
15. My puppy dog, Hope is a constant joy to me.
16. Mom is going out with June today, so I will have the house to myself.
17. My nephew, Jeremy, no longer has responsibility for his nieces.
18. Mom and I went to the courthouse and placed our votes early.
19. I have some cute Christmas outfits for Hope.
20. I was able to make this list.
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