JOURNALS

Reflecting on today, my most creative or joyful moment was popping into the studio to take photos for the newsletter. It was surprisingly fun, and I enjoyed sorting through the pictures for the right one to use. It gave me a little sense of nostalgia seeing the prints in the studio, adding a light touch to the newsletter process.

Today, though, wasn't especially inspiring, which was perfectly okay. I had set the day aside just for chilling, and I'm pleased to report no unexpected ideas or bright sparks of genius disrupted that plan. Sometimes a relaxing day can be just as rewarding as a productive one, and today was just that.

Balancing relaxation and productivity went pretty well overall. The newsletter, as usual, took longer than anticipated. I didn't stress it, though. Instead, I allowed myself to ease into it and get the job done. Having come to expect these prolonged sessions, I didn't let it weigh on me. It's all part of the process now, and I've grown accustomed to how the schedule pan out.

On the simple side, I felt truly grateful for three things today: the clear weather was kind with no rain while popping out, the little pen plotter working flawlessly crafting cards with such charm, and digging into my archive of work and photos. I can't help but appreciate having that archive there, always offering inspiration and reflection on how far I’ve come.

The day rolled along with its expected charm, not throwing any surprises my way. Initially, I was a bit apprehensive about leaving out some photos for the newsletter, but capturing the moments I did felt rewarding. Overall, today was focused and relaxed—a day well-spent knowing that even if it wasn't groundbreaking, it still offered a pleasant and fulfilling cadence. A slice of calm in the midst of everything else. Back to chilling now before the new week begins.