Creativity Project Year Two-Day 42

Journal entry:

My Little Love

No, she is not just
A dog to me, Hope is my
Companion, my muse,
My friend, my furry baby;
She is a special blessing.

I did not believe
I could love an animal
With such devotion
Until she came into my
Life, she means so much to me.

Do not try to tell
Me she is only a dog,
You misunderstand,
We are bound together with
Steadfast love and loyalty.

Jo Ann J. A. Jordan
Tuesday, February 19, 2013

I am grateful:

1.   My day was pleasant.
2.   I have a warm comfortable home.
3.   There was hot clean running water for my shower.
4.   I have clean clothes to wear.
5.   My photography class was informative.

I enjoyed my Tuesday and hope you did yours as well. Even though I was quite busy, I made an effort to work creatively. I urge you to do the same. If you do not devote time to your talent you will never realize your potential. The world desperately needs your contribution, so get busy.

As a prompt, write about something or someone who has brought blessing to your life. I did not really intend for both the journal and poem to follow that theme, but now that I think about it, I realize it did. I think you might be able to elaborate about blessings as well. If you use this prompt, please leave a link to your work in the comments below.

Thank you so much for reading my blog today. I hope it has encouraged you. You might enjoy receiving future updates by email, if so subscribe to Chronicles. I hope you will visit again. Should you have thoughts, suggestions, or criticism to share, please leave a comment.

Always,
Jo Ann

Creativity Project Year Two-Day 40

Journal entry:

If you need a bit of inspiration, join The Sunday Whirl as I have… The words in italics came from the wordle there.

Ardor Uncovered

So many naked
Faces lack hiding places
Under candlelight,
The root insecurities
Are almost openly held.

A shadow scurries
Over the eyes, the doorway
To the inmost soul,
Secrets, imaginary,
Cannot be kept forever.

Freedom gives love birth
Within the hearts of people
Come out of darkness
Before illuminating
Flame burning fierce, clear, and bright.

Romance kindles fire
No one can ever stifle
Among lovers who
Explore their own boundaries
Together in harmony.

Blessings rearrange
Lives into more orderly
Patterns than can be
Predicted by those who do
Not trust in open ardor.

Jo Ann J. A. Jordan
Sunday, February 17, 2013

I am grateful:

1.   Alarm clocks work.
2.   Mom was able to go to church with me this morning.
3.   We studied the return of Jesus in Sunday School and Worship Service.
4.   We went home for lunch.
5.   I took a nap this afternoon.

It was a glorious Sunday, I hope you enjoyed your day. Now take a few minutes and put your creativity to work making something wonderful to share with the world. You have the talent, just use it.

As a prompt, make a list of twenty-five things you are grateful for in this moment. Pick one of them and elaborate on it. If you use this prompt, please leave a link to your work in the comments below.

Thank you for visiting my blog. I am sorry I am getting this done so late, I was watching WWE Elimination Chamber with my Mom. I hope you will visit again. If you would like, leave me a comment. You can subscribe to Chronicles by simply entering your email address above, allowing you to have future updates delivered to your inbox.

Always,
Jo Ann

Creativity Project Year Two-Day 37

Journal entry:

Love Abounds

Love is
Embodied in
Every moment, every
Day, even if you are not quite
Aware of its presence, it does exist,
You do not have to be involved
With a lover to have
Experience
Of Love

Jo Ann J. A. Jordan
Thursday, February 14, 2013

I am grateful:

1.   The first thing my Mom said to me this morning was, “Happy Valentine’s Day!”
2.   I am not depressed by not being in a love relationship at this time.
3.   My package arrived in the mail today.
4.   The photographer’s vest is nearly the perfect fit although I was unsure what size to order.
5.   I will not have to worry that my camera battery might go dead anymore, because I now have an extra one.

I had a wonderful Valentine’s Day and I hope you did too. Before you go to bed, engage your imagination in doing something creative. Surely you have some thoughts to share with the world.

As a prompt, in honor of Valentine’s Day, write about love. You could write a poem, story, or journal entry about romantic love, love of family, God’s love, or whatever focus pleases you. If you use this prompt, please leave a link to your work in the comments below.

Thank you so much for visiting my blog. I hope you found something enjoyable here. If you have thoughts, suggestions, or criticism, please leave me a comment. Maybe you would like to subscribe to Chronicles for updates by email.

Always,
Jo Ann

Creativity Project Year Two-Day 36

Journal entry:

Be Aware

Wherever you are,
You are surrounded by love
Given so freely
By many who hold you in
The center of their soft hearts.

You are the apple
Of at least one somebody’s
Eye without question,
You may be unaware of
The person who holds you dear.

Even should you doubt,
Even should you have questions,
Love enfolds you in
Layers of great compassion
That will never desert you.

You may go searching
Fearing you will never find
The love of your life,
But believe he or she is
Near, you will surely find them.

Love is yours to be
Savored throughout existence,
It is always there
Enveloping you within
Its rich sweetness forever.

Jo Ann J. A. Jordan
Wednesday, February 13, 2013

I am grateful:

1.   Electronic devices allow me to retain connection to friends and family around the world.
2.   Technology has made great advances in my lifetime.
3.   I remember when communication was more difficult.
4.   I still have the old skills although I have adopted newer ones.
5.   Reading and writing are still prominent.

This Wednesday was a bit of a disappointment because my packages did not arrive, but it ended well. I hope your day was rewarding and you accomplished much of what you wished. Now, before you finish the day, exercise your imagination and create something that will benefit you and others in the world. When you express your vision and share it, you enlighten others who may need to see as you do.

As a prompt, write a poem, story, or journal entry using some or all of the words: orders, supposed, packages, effort, linger, encounter, momentary, claimed, resting, commonly, surrounded, compassion. 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 come here often, but you may also want to subscribe to Chronicles for future updates. I am very interested in anything you would like to share with me, so please leave a comment.

Always,
Jo Ann

Creativity Project Year Two-Day 15

Journal entry:

Choose One

Color
Me red and see
Me rise above every
Circumstance that besets my life
Color me blue and see me fall into
Moods of deepest darkest despair
Color me green and see
Me soar beyond
Limits

Jo Ann J. A. Jordan
Wednesday, January 23, 2013

I am grateful:

1.   There is an almost infinite supply of reading material in the world.
2.   Because of imagination each of us can produce unique creations.
3.   I know better than to give out personal information to people who call fallaciously.
4.   Even though I did not want to fix it, supper turned out well.
5.   I enjoy writing, and do it with some finesse.

This has been a very good Wednesday for me. I hope you have accomplished what you set out to do today. Before you settle in for the night I urge you to exercise your imagination and create something significant to share with the world.

As a prompt, make a list of things you love. You can perhaps use this list to inspire your writing in the future. If you use this prompt, please leave a link to your work in the comments below.

Thanks so much for visiting my blog. I would love to read your comments, so please leave one if you so choose. You can easily subscribe to Chronicles so you will not miss future updates.

Always,
Jo Ann

365 Creativity Project-Day 359

Journal entry:

Farewells

Goodbye
Is not easy
To say to those you love
With all your heart and very soul,
But it has to be done from time to time.
When it is all said and done, you
Must say fervent prayers that
You will soon meet
Again

Jo Ann J. A. Jordan
Tuesday, January 2, 2013

Photographs:

I am grateful:

1.   I was able to go back to sleep after being awakened by a phone call at 6:00 this morning.
2.   Alex called this afternoon.
3.   Alex and Laura came out to the house and saw Mom.
4.   I called ahead so we were seated sooner at Outback.
5.   I was able to drive home safely.

I hope your Tuesday has been a good one. I rather enjoyed my day although saying goodbye to Alex was bittersweet. Now, while you are able, put your imagination to work and create something. I know you have the ability, you must only make an effort.

As a prompt, write about saying goodbye to someone or something you care about. I remember when I was a child I had a special way of saying goodbye to the lake at the end of Summer, you may recall something similar. Just write whatever is on your heart. If you use this prompt, please leave a link to your work in the comments below.

I am so thankful you took time out of your busy life to read my blog. If you have thoughts, suggestions, or criticism to share with me, please leave a comment. Should you wish to get daily updates, you may subscribe to Chronicles.

Always,
Jo Ann

365 Creativity Project-Day 341

Journal entry:

When There Is Crisis

When things
Fall apart and
Madness appears to rule
Our world, there is a safe haven,
A place, a person to whom we can turn
His name is Jesus and He stands
Ready to take us in arms
Give us hope of
Heaven

Jo Ann J. A. Jordan
Saturday, December 15, 2012

Photographs:

I am grateful:

1.   I talked to my friend Dana last night, and greatly enjoyed our conversation.
2.   I was able to go back to sleep after being awakened by a phone call this morning.
3.   We had some extra extension cords.
4.   Jeremy came, cleaned our gutters, and check out the truck.
5.   I found out there is a small raise in my Social Security for 2013.

I have had a nice Saturday. I hope you were able to relax and enjoy your day. Before your day is over, take time to work creatively. It will spice up your day and give it more meaning.

As a prompt, write about what Christmas, or the holiday you celebrate during this season, means to you. You might write an expressive poem, a whimsical story, or a simple journal entry. Just apply your imagination and write.

Thank you for visiting my blog. If you have thoughts, suggestions, or criticism to share with me, please leave a comment. To receive daily updates you can subscribe to Chronicles.

Always,
Jo Ann

365 Creativity Project-Day 313

I wrote two poems for the prompt on Poetic Asides today. If you need inspiration, I think you might find it there.

The following one came first…

How To Write A Poem

You take a few words
Make sure they are the right ones,
Line them up upon
The page according to your
Imagination’s leading.

Set up those words in
Lines that make up your verses,
Add a little rhyme
Or perhaps none at all, you
Choose everything for yourself.

Use metaphor and
Simile to add some spice,
Make your language sing
For your readers enjoyment
And poetic diversion.

Keep working until
You have exactly the words
To communicate
Your message beautifully,
Then let you poem be read.

Jo Ann J. A. Jordan
Saturday, November 17, 2012

Photographs:

I am grateful:

1.   We have a working heater.
2.   I have a powerful computer.
3.   Linda and Jayden came to visit a few minutes today.
4.   Despite being sick earlier in the day, Mom was able to eat supper.
5.   God made glorious creations of absolute beauty.

I can scarce believe how quickly this month is passing. I hope your Saturday was full of smiles and happiness. To commemorate the day I suggest you do something creative now. I know you have the ability to make something wonderful if you will only do it.

As a prompt, write about how you cope with the end of a relationship. Any relationship will do. Just use your imagination and write a poem, story, or journal entry. Please leave a link to your work in the comments below, if you use the prompt.

I am so glad you chose to spend a few minutes reading my blog. I hope you will follow Chronicles if your experience was pleasant. I know you may have thoughts, suggestions, or criticism to share, so please leave a comment.

Always,
Jo Ann

365 Creativity Project-Day 234

I did something a little different today, instead of a normal journal entry, I used the prompt from Poets United. I think you might find some inspiration there as well, so visit the site.

The following poem uses the words: affair, expectation, and free, which I found at Three Word Wednesday. I occasionally visit that site when I need a creative spark. You might find it useful too.

Stirrings Of The Heart

I am totally
Free of expectation for
The ongoing days,
But I would be quite happy
To engage in an affair.

I would love being
Part of a joyous couple
Exploring limits
Of our creativity
In nourishing each other.

We could devise new
Methods of bringing pleasure
Through a simple touch
And share delightful kisses
Making us reel like drunkards.

I open myself
To the possibility
That you will arrive
Enlivening my moments
With your gentle caresses.

Yes, I am quite free
Of any expectation
For the coming days,
But I would so happily
Engage in a love affair.

Jo Ann J. A. Jordan
Thursday, August 30, 2012

Photographs:

I am grateful:

1.   I slept peacefully and woke feeling rested.
2.   Alex was able to get new glasses.
3.   There are colors to brighten our lives.
4.   I am able to share my thoughts and talents through this blog.
5.   I chose to do this creativity project and it has helped me develop my skills.

Thursday again, how the time flies. I hope your day has been productive and filled with pleasurable moments. Take a little time now to create a poem, story, journal entry, picture, or whatever pleases you. If I can do this, surely you have the ability to accomplish much.

As a prompt, write about what you believe it takes to obtain happiness. I am sure our thoughts will differ, but I would love to see your ideas, so if you use this prompt leave a link to your work in the comments below.

I am so glad you chose to spend some time with me. I hope you enjoyed your stay. If you have thoughts or suggestions, please leave a comment. Your input is greatly appreciated.

Always,
Jo Ann

365 Creativity Project-Day 199

Journal entry:

Embrace Your Self

Life should open you
Up through experiences
In daily living;
You might attempt accepting
The person you are become.

When you grow beyond
The narrowness of belief;
Expand and embrace
The reality of who
You have developed to be.

Your destiny is
Before you and endlessly
Unfolding into
The marvelously gifted
Person you are meant to be.

Do not waste time or
Energy on mindless hate;
You are much bigger
A person, more enlightened,
Be at peace with your own heart.

God placed great beauty,
Unspeakable joy and love,
Within your own heart;
These graces He meant you to
Share easily with the world.

Jo Ann J. A. Jordan
Thursday, July 26, 2012

Photographs:

I am grateful:

1.   I made a new friend who is an author.
2.   I reconnected with a friend with whom I had lost contact.
3.   This was a peaceful day.
4.   Mom and I had some good conversations.
5.   The lasagna we had for supper was very good.

This is the 199th day of my creativity project. If I can maintain this practice that long, I know you can produce something creative today. Just make an effort. It will make your Thursday better if you do.

For a prompt, write about how you make a difference in the world. If you don’t feel you make a difference, write about someone you believe does. I believe each of us makes a meaningful contribution to the universe, and would encourage you to give credit to yourself. If you use this prompt, please leave a link to your work in the comments so I and others can read your creation.

I hope you enjoyed your visit here. I would love to know any thoughts or suggestions you care to make, so please leave a comment.

Always,
Jo Ann

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