365 Creativity Project–Day 34

Haiku and journal entry:

A few photographs:

Stephanie Danita, bear, and Joyce Hope.

Ko-Ko in her jacket.

Hope in her jacket.

Blown glass of my name that Mom bought me a while back.

Squirrel and leaves.

Another shot of squirrel near tree.

I am grateful:

1.   I got up early this morning and watched Joel Osteen preach.
2.   Leigh suggested I try standing in the shower with water running over my neck, shoulder, and back to ease my pain.
3.   It was cold today as it should be in Winter.
4.   I talked to my best friend, Reba, today.
5.   Alex called briefly this morning.

It has been a good day, despite my pain. I enjoyed writing the haiku and expounding on my thoughts about a creativity workshop. I hope your Sunday has been wonderful and that you are rested to start the week. May you find something creative to engage your talents.

Always,
Jo Ann

365 Creativity Project–Day 33

Journal entry and haiku:

Some photographs:

Hope looking adorable.

Crepe Myrtle, Yucca, and Camellia.

Flowering Quince.

Yellow Bells.

Camellia.

Camellia bud.

Pine bark.

I am grateful:

1.   The negotiations with AT&T will lower my bill for a few months.
2.   The other problems I had today were resolved without too much trouble.
3.   Mom cooked cheese toast for supper so I did not have to cook.
4.   It was cold today and I was able to wear a coat.
5.   Our home is warm and comfortable.

I am still enjoying this project although it is not always easy to come up with content. I am hoping we can go for a long ride and find some good subjects to photograph. We rarely go out unless we have some errand in town so it will be a nice change of pace. I think doing this is widening my horizons and making me pay much closer attention to my environment.

I hope that you are finding some inspiration to begin doing something creative of your own. It is very rewarding. Have a great evening and enjoyable Sunday.

Always,
Jo Ann

365 Creativity Project–Day 32

Journal entry and haiku:

Some photographs I took in town:

Flowering bush.

Another shot of flowering bush.

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

365 Creativity Project–Day 30

Journal entry:

Photographs:

Hope and Stephanie Denita.

Another shot of Hope and Stephanie Denita.

I am grateful:

1.   My niece feels close enough to me to share her frustrations with me.
2.   Mom enjoyed the supper I cooked.
3.   I have such a wonderful dog in Hope.
4.   I slept enough to somewhat catch up my deficit.
5.   I am a decently good speller.

I hope your day has been rewarding and that you have managed to use your creativity.

Always,
Jo Ann

365 Creativity Project–Day 29

Journal entry and a haiku:

Photographs:

Ford Cobra…

Front view…

Ford Fiesta…

Ford Escape…

Ford Ranger…

Ford F-150…

Ford Expedition…

Ford Edge…

Old farm building…

Cow and field…

Bare tree…

Cow side view…

Another shot of old farm building with cow in background…

I am grateful:

1.   I had no problem getting up when the alarm went off this morning.
2.   We made it to the appointment for service on the truck before time.
3.   The brakes and tires on the Explorer are in good shape.
4.   Hope and I walked a mile.
5.   I am free to live my life as I desire, within my personal limitations, of course.

If you want to write, draw, paint, take photographs, or otherwise do something creative, you should begin doing it. You will gain no skill without practice. Do not let time pass you by without doing what you desire to do in your life. You will never have a perfect moment to start, but if you do you may find that your perfect moment comes. You must be active to receive the gifts from the universe that are reserved for you.

I hope your day was a good one. Do something creative that you enjoy simply for the pleasure you gain.

Always,
Jo Ann

365 Creativity Project–Day 28

A poem, a song, and a bit of explanation:

Some pictures:

Hope, resting in a odd position.

Radio Flyer and shelf sitting bear.

Radio Flyer and a teddy bear.

Wheelbarrow and sock frog.

Dandelions, just about to bloom.

Wheelbarrow and gnome I painted a few years ago.

Yellow bell bush.

I am grateful:

1.   I was inspired enough to write a poem and a song.
2.   The huge boom I heard this morning was not Mom falling.
3.   My pictures turned out well.
4.   My drive to town and back went safely.
5.   We had Papa John’s pizza for supper and it was delicious.

My day was delightful. I hope yours was too. May you find something to inspire you to create.

Always,
Jo Ann

365 Creativity Project–Day 27

A picture of an old wheelbarrow:

My journal entry and some haiku:

More pictures:

Dogwood tree…

Abandoned wood pile…

Camellia bush…

Weed and pinecones…

Camellia bloom and buds…

Camellia blooms…

I am going to begin keeping a gratitude list daily.

I am grateful:

1.   Christy is feeling better.
2.   Jeremy, Christy, and Jayden brought the treadmill today.
3.   Leigh visited with us a few minutes before taking our trash away.
4.   The weather was beautiful so Hope and I walked.
5.   We have enough money to buy medicine for ourselves and our dogs.

I enjoyed this day and hope you did too. I hope you were able to capture something beautiful and make something creative from it.

Always,
Jo Ann

365 Creativity Project–Day 25

My journal entry:

Some pictures:

The National Historic Site near my psychiatrist’s office.

Fig trees at dusk.

Camellia.

Camellia and bud.

I am so glad this day went well. There were a few idiots out driving, but I am always prepared for their exploits. We had an awesome lunch at Hudson’s Hickory House. I woke up craving barbecue, so we went there. Mom recommended that I get a coleslaw to go with my pork plate, and it made the meal even better.

I hope your Friday was pleasant, and wish you a peaceful weekend full of creative energy.

Always,
Jo Ann

365 Creativity Project–Day 24

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

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