Creativity Project Year Two-Day 4

Journal entry:

Destined

Purpose
Is not always
Easily discerned, but
Each of us is given tasks to
Accomplish in our lives if we will but
Concentrate upon our efforts
And realize God has
Requirements He
Gives us

Jo Ann J. A. Jordan
Saturday, January 12, 2013

I am grateful:

1.   I had energy to make it through this day.
2.   I left early enough.
3.   I was dressed appropriately.
4.   I won the free ticket to Nikon School.
5.   Mom decided to buy a GPS and I now feel confident to go to new places.
6.   The fraudulent charge on my bank account did not go through.
7.   I will have enough money to pay my phone bills.
8.   I took the remote for my camera and learned how to use it.
9.   I had a safe trip to the Waverly and back.
10. Mom got upset with me, but we worked it out.

I had an excellent Saturday although I found a letter we received troublesome. I hope your day met your expectations. If you have not already exercised your creativity, I recommend you do it now. Maybe you could make a habit of doing one or more creative things each day. Devoting yourself to the task will enrich your life and you will be surprised how much you accomplish.

As a prompt, write about purpose. You may feel you have a grand purpose or none at all. Elaborate on your thoughts in a poem, story, journal entry, or note to expand on a later date. If you use this prompt, please leave a link to your work in the comments below.

I am very grateful you chose to visit my blog. If you have thoughts, suggestions, or criticism to share with me, please leave a comment. Should you desire to, please follow Chronicles for future updates. Do come back to visit again.

Always,
Jo Ann

Creativity Project Year Two-Day 3

Journal entry:

Comforted

I know
You have all my
Welfare as Your concern
For You assure me of Your care
In the pages of Your glorious Word
Given down through countless ages
For edification
Of my spirit,
My God

Jo Ann J. A. Jordan
Friday, January 11, 2013

I am grateful:

1.   I was able to get up early today even though I was up at 5:00am.
2.   Outlook has worked sporadically today, enough to let me do what I needed to do.
3.   I completed my tasks for the Sweetwater Camera Club webpage without any problem.
4.   I talked to my mentor, Richard, a few minutes.
5.   I got to see a video clip of Triple H this evening.

My Friday has been rewarding. I hope you accomplished all you wished today. Take time to imagine and create something that will enrich our world. You, no doubt, have the ability if you will only exercise it. The entire world awaits your work. You never know how much influence you can have until you make an effort.

As a prompt, write about something you anticipate doing this weekend. Work it into a poem, story, journal entry, or a simple note to refer to later. I am excited about my Nikon School class tomorrow and I expect you have something that brightens your days as well. Perhaps should you have nothing you are looking forward to, you should change your plans to make your weekend wonderful. If you use this prompt, please leave a link to your work in the comments below.

Thank you for visiting my blog. I hope you found enjoyment here. I make an effort to bring some positivity to each day of my Creativity Project. You might like to follow Chronicles to receive future updates. If you have thoughts, suggestions, or criticism to share, please leave a comment.

Always,
Jo Ann

Creativity Project Year Two-Day 2

Journal entry:

Obtaining Proficiency

Beginner’s mind can
Barely see beyond surface
Of what should be done
Not knowing intricacies
To produce true perfection.

Imagination,
Creativity foremost
Lead forward, direct
Toward greater skillfulness,
And nobler accomplishment.

Everything is fresh,
New to those who are learning,
Discoveries are
Made with disciplines acquired,
Tantalizing education.

Each day brings extreme
Adventure on the pathway
To better knowledge,
Comprehensive expertise,
And more artful mastery.

Jo Ann J. A. Jordan
Thursday, January 10, 2013

I am grateful:

1.   I called Mom’s kidney specialist and found out they had sent orders for a dietitian because of my inquiry.
2.   I did not have time to worry much today.
3.   It rained.
4.   I remembered everything I needed to take to the meeting.
5.   I learned a new setting on my camera.

I am getting this posted late because the meeting kept me. I enjoyed my Thursday and hope you did as well. No matter when you are reading this, I encourage you to devote time to creativity. You can accomplish so much if you let your imagination guide you.

As a prompt, write about being a beginner. You might want to focus on your feelings or goals. Everyone begins, and you have a tale to tell. Write it out in a poem, story, journal entry, or a note to elaborate on later. If you use this prompt, please leave a link to your work in the comments below.

Thank you for spending some of your precious time with me. I hope you will share your thoughts, suggestions, or criticism with me by commenting. If you would like, please follow Chronicles.

Always,
Jo Ann

Creativity Project Year Two-Day 1

Journal entry:

Technological Penitent Prayer

Computers can be
An intricate mystery
Serving us quite well
And with almost no complaint
Until they suddenly stop.

Our world is then thrown
Into depths of confusion
We cannot escape
Without the aid of gurus
Who guard their expert knowledge.

We mere mortals are
At mercy of specialists
Who we but seldom
Understand and only hope
Will repair our dear machines.

When programs rebel
Leaving us in quandary
We must consult those
Who can rectify all our
Diverse computer problems.

We beseech every
One of those authorities
To exhibit grace
Toward those of us who need
Their generous assistance.

Jo Ann J. A. Jordan
Wednesday, January 9, 2013

I am grateful:

1.   Richard, my mentor, called this morning and helped me get Outlook working.
2.   I was able to call the editor of the CHN&V and get the Sweetwater Camera Club meeting date for February changed before the magazine goes to press.
3.   I called the church and talked to Mary.
4.   I was able to figure out a minor problem with Outlook.
5.   Hoke Smith, the new president of the SCC, liked the page I sent out today and responded with a comment I wholeheartedly support.

Today has been troublesome for me, but I hope your Wednesday went well. Please take time to engage your creativity now and produce something that positively impacts our world. You have so many gifts to share.

As a prompt, write about your outlook for the coming year. Share your goals and aspirations. Should you use this prompt, please share a link to your work in the comments below.

Thank you for visiting my blog. I appreciate you spending time here. If you have thoughts, suggestions, or criticism to share, please leave a comment. You might like to follow Chronicles to receive future updates.

Always,
Jo Ann

365 Creativity Project-Day 365

Journal entry:

Wee Little Faith

God is…
And He alone
Is in total control
Of each and every one of my
Situations, He holds my life within
His blessedly capable hands,
I can fully depend
On His mercy
God is…

Jo Ann J. A. Jordan
Tuesday, January 8, 2013

Photographs:

I am grateful:

1.   Even though I stayed up all night I was able to complete my tasks today.
2.   I read over 20 chapters in my new study Bible.
3.   I picked up the book my church is studying in Sunday School.
4.   God is in control, even when everything seems to be spiraling toward disaster.
5.   I have completed my 365 days of this Creativity Project.

This was a challenging Tuesday for me. I sincerely hope your day was much more pleasant. I sat myself down and completed what you see here, though I am not feeling particularly inspired. I attest that nothing is stopping you from practicing creativity. I thoroughly believe you have the imagination and ability to make whatever you desire, so do something to share with our world and perhaps make it a brighter place for someone.

As a prompt, write about how you survived a situation that went terribly wrong. You might write a poem, story, journal entry, or just a note to be expanded upon some other time. I know you can do it. If you should use this prompt, please leave a link to your work in the comments below.

Thank you for being so kind as to read my blog. I regret this day was not more spectacular, but maybe it is exactly as it should be. I hope you have enjoyed your visit and encourage you to leave a comment and/or follow Chronicles. I do not know what the future holds for this blog, but I hope you will continue the journey with me. You are a big part of the reason I completed 365 days. You provide inspiration to carry on.

Always,
Jo Ann

365 Creativity Project-Day 358

Journal entry:

I began writing a status on Facebook, and it morphed into this poem. I particularly like its shape on the page…

January 1st

Raining slowly, quietly,
Just a pitter-patter
As the sky softly weeps.

This day,
Like all days,
Slips quickly away.

Blank pages of a new year
Written upon by actions taken,
Opportunities passed by.

Love wraps around
Keeping us safe,
Heating hearts.

We make our way into
Mystery provided by
Delight of oncoming days.

Jo Ann J. A. Jordan
Tuesday, January 1, 2013

Photographs:

I am grateful:

1.   I slept well last night.
2.   The new year gives me fresh opportunities.
3.   Mom cooked today.
4.   It rained all day.
5.   I put out our new calendars.

This was a wonderful Tuesday. I hope your day was happy. Start your year off the right way by engaging your imagination and doing something creative. It will enrich your life and impact those around you.

As a prompt, write a poem, story, or journal entry celebrating the new year. Write from your heart and begin the year well. If you use this prompt, please leave a link to your work in the comments below.

Thank you for visiting my blog. I hope you will leave a comment with your input. If you need to, you can subscribe to Chronicles and receive daily updates.

Always,
Jo Ann

365 Creativity Project-Day 357

Journal entry:

2012

Fortunate days, fortunate ways,
Everything falls in place
In perfect timing, comfortable space.

Blessings rain down, erasing my frown
Bringing glowing smiles
To shorten the many miles.

Jesus travels with me, within me,
Making the journey worth traveling,
Keeping my life from unraveling.

Time passes, a year, rich in good cheer,
Hours made so beautiful
By miracles always very plentiful.

Jo Ann J. A. Jordan
Monday, December 31, 2012

Artwork:

I am grateful:

1.   Mom is with me to begin 2013.
2.   I was able to stay awake all day after staying up all night.
3.   I mailed my package this afternoon.
4.   I was able to get everything on my shopping list.
5.   Alex and Laura came to visit this afternoon.

I had a wonderful Monday. I hope yours was full of happiness as well. Before this year ends I encourage you to exercise your creativity. I know your imagination is filled with greatness, you must only uncover it. Unleash your creative dreams.

As a prompt, write about some of your accomplishments this year. Make it a review, and see how much positivity you can demonstrate. If you use this prompt, please leave a link to your work in the comments below.

Entering into the New Year, I hope you find energy to nurture your creativity. May inspiration richly bless each of your days. God be with every one of you.

Thank you so much for joining me here. I hope you enjoyed your visit. If so, you might want to subscribe to Chronicles. You will receive daily updates in your subscription. I value your thoughts, suggestions, and criticism, so please leave a comment.

Always,
Jo Ann

365 Creativity Project-Day 356

Journal entry:

Fortuitous Risk

Do what you can
For whoever you can,
And pray the Lord’s blessing
Upon every action you take.

Know God is with you
In each moment you live,
Share your happiness
With others you touch.

Be willing to be used
In whatever capacity
The Lord may choose
And He will give you a chance.

Opportunity may come
When it is least expected,
So be prepared to act
According to God’s leading.

Jo Ann J. A. Jordan
Sunday, December 30, 2012

Photographs:

I am grateful:

1.   God is so gracious to me.
2.   Mom is supportive when I want to do something a bit unusual.
3.   Reba called me today.
4.   I called Bernice.
5.   Things fit in the envelope, though I did not think they would.

I have had a pleasant Sunday, and hope you did as well. I encourage you to put your imagination to work and do something creative. You have special gifts and talents only you can share with the world. The world needs your contribution.

As a prompt, use the words: money, opportunities, limited, realized, special, plan, agreed, idea, prepare, decided, in a poem, story, or journal entry. If only a one or a few of the words appeal to you that is fine too. Just use what sparks your imagination. Should you use this prompt, please leave a link to your work in the comments below.

I appreciate your visit to my blog. I hope you found your time here enjoyable. Perhaps you would like to subscribe to Chronicles so you receive daily updates. I know you may have thoughts, suggestions, or criticism to share, so please leave a comment.

Always,
Jo Ann

365 Creativity Project-Day 355

Journal entry:

Enraptured

A thousand angels leaning
Down to Earth, watching over
Your shoulder, whisper softly,
“Grow and prosper well my child.”

As you plan each of your days
Heaven’s hosts wait anxiously,
Hoping you will remember
To seek the Lord’s sure guidance.

The universe in all its
Bright array, with expectant
Wonder, wishes you the best,
Most blessed of accomplishments.

Whatever you set your heart
Upon, all the good spirits
And pleasant souls endeavor
To nurture into being.

So do not ever believe
Yourself alone in your trials
For you are surrounded by
A great cloud of well-wishers.

These saintly presences may
Not interfere, but they add
Their positive energy
To help you in every plight.

Jo Ann J. A. Jordan
Saturday, December 29, 2012

Photographs:

I am grateful:

1.   Mom is here with me, so that I am not alone.
2.   There are many books that encourage me.
3.   Because of this creativity project I have accomplished much more than I expected.
4.   I am able to offer a little authentic advice.
5.   I have put my computer to good use over the course of this year.

This Saturday has been very quiet. I hope your day has been relaxing. Now, before you put yourself to bed, I recommend you engage your creativity. Use your precious imagination to dream up something never seen before. Share your discovery with the world.

As a prompt, write about someone or something that encourages you. This might be your guardian angel, your mother, a significant other, an author, or nature, whomever or whatever helps you face your days. Write. If you use this prompt, please leave a link to your work in the comments below.

Thanks so much for visiting my blog. I hope you found something positive here. Perhaps you would enjoy subscribing to Chronicles. If you have thoughts, suggestions, or criticism to share, please leave a comment.

Always,
Jo Ann

365 Creativity Project-Day 353

Journal entry:

Retrospect

Looking
Back over all
This past year I am pleased
To see the progress I have made
Moving beyond personal restrictions
Achieving much more than I thought
Possible every day
A creative
Success

Jo Ann J. A. Jordan
Thursday, December 27, 2012

Photographs:

The markers I bought yesterday…

One of the journals I bought yesterday…

Another of the journals I bought yesterday…

I am grateful:

1.   Penny seems to like the Bil Jac dog food, which I was given a sample of yesterday.
2.   My computer works extremely well.
3.   I am much happier with my Droid than I was with my BlackBerry.
4.   Leigh came to visit a little while.
5.   My ticket for Nikon School came today.

It has been a very quiet Thursday for us here. I hope your day has been enjoyable. Take a few moments to exercise your creativity. I have faith that you can do something wonderful to share with the world.

As a prompt, write about an aspect of creativity. You can write a poem, story, or journal entry, whichever you like. If you use this prompt, please leave a link to your work in the comments below.

Thank you for visiting my blog. If you enjoyed your time here, please consider subscribing to Chronicles. I appreciate your thoughts, suggestions, or criticism, so please leave me a comment.

Always,
Jo Ann

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