JOURNALS

Alright, Wednesday's been a day full of intriguing insights and reflections. The workshop at the Garden Museum unfolded wonderfully, with talks diving deep into Flickr and photo data preservation. It was genuinely enlightening to hear from people who have much smarter perspectives on archiving and digital conservation than I typically encounter. Their insights certainly nudged me to look at my future projects with a slightly different lens.

Now, about that video recording apprehension that's been tailing me all week—I decided not to stress it further today. I left the camera behind at the hotel and simply just focused on the present moment, rather than worrying about capturing it. Maybe regaining confidence will come with just letting things flow naturally for a bit.

I had this plan today to review my notes, but honestly, the plan didn't quite materialize. Sometimes just knowing I've got them safely stored falls short unless I actually go through them. In London, with its different rhythm, it's been more contemplation than action with the notes.

One thing I'm grateful for today is the welcome absence of rain; a bit of a gamble leaving without a coat, but it paid off. Catching up with friends here always recharges me, too. Visiting the Garden Museum put me amidst a cohort of remarkably smart people, which was a perk.

As the day winds down, I'm reflecting on how the overall vibe of today echoed the Museum's thoughtful discussions—I was surrounded by intelligent dialogue, even if much of it wasn't recorded. Ultimately, navigating these days in London is a variation from my usual routine in Shrewsbury, yet I'm cherishing the slow rhythm it brings. As the work week continues, hopefully I'll carry some of today’s inspiration forward.