This is a collection of things that Kitty (the AI PA) created for the day. Starting with questions in the morning and then creating a todo list for me (Daniel) to follow. Suggestions for the day are also created (although I've put them at the end to make the layout better).

At the end of the day Kitty will ask some "END OF DAY QUESTIONS", which aren't included here, and then creates a journal entry, as if was written by me, which then gets written using Kitty's drawing machine into my paper journal.

The content below is generated by AI, not all days contain all the things.

DAILY ROLL-UP


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MORNING QUESTIONS

  • What's one creative thought or idea that's sparking your interest this morning as you look ahead to your day?
  • Given your recent focus on organizing the penplotter.com website, what's one specific task you're looking forward to tackling today?
  • How can you incorporate a brief moment of self-care into your busy schedule today to keep your energy balanced and your creativity flowing?
  • What are your plans for today?

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TODOS

[ ] - Read old essays for research
[ ] - Outline essay on index cards, breakdown word count
[ ] - Prepare for 3:00 PM pen plotting Zoom session
[ ] - Update journal and perform studio shutdown routine
[ ] - Plan evening reading and screen-off time


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JOURNAL

So, today took an unexpected turn. My plan to focus on penplotter.com took a back seat as I suddenly realised that the deadline for my generative art essay was closer than I thought. So, I switched gears, diving into the world of old computer essays. I guess it’s just another day of academic flashbacks!

I kicked off my day by reading those classic essays to get into the right headspace. By 10:08, I was hammering away at my own essay about generative art and print technology. It's funny how writing an essay feels like university life is pulling me back, minus the late-night cram sessions.

As for breaks, I wisely followed a 50-minute work cycle with 10-minute breaks. Stuck to it quite well, except maybe lunch got a bit short—Kitty’s feedback on essay revisions really sucked me in. By the time my Zoom session rolled around at 3 p.m., my brain felt full yet oddly invigorated.

The one-on-one pen plotting session was pretty smooth. It did run right into the 5 p.m. shutdown, but no worries. Adapting is part of the game, right?

Kitty’s feedback on improving the essay was spot on, so I’ll weave more of myself in. Honestly, updating Kitty’s code to act as my editor was a geeky delight. It felt like having a co-worker with zero downtime. This Kitty code updating session gave me insights into the tone of old essays. They offer personal takes on computer art, and it dawned on me that my draft needs more ‘me’ in it. Dry, factual writing isn’t exactly the vibe here.

No updates from the estate agent today, likely because one further down the chain has been away. Fingers crossed we’ll get some news soon, as we edge towards Friday’s deadline for exchanges.

The FX hash PRESEED launch is up but with minimal expectations. The market’s slow and my social media hiatus means I’m not pushing hard on promotion. It’s there to wrap up the project, more than anything.

All in all, a productive and slightly chaotic day. Here’s to better essay writing tomorrow!


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SUGGESTIONS

Sure thing, Daniel! Here's your structured suggestion and actions for today:

Main Suggestion for the Day: Prioritize reading and outlining the essay for the upcoming deadline, ensuring you balance your time effectively between writing and your scheduled Zoom meeting in the afternoon.

Action Points:

  • Dedicate Morning Hours: Spend the morning thoroughly reading the original book to get into the right frame of mind for your essay. Aim to outline the key ideas you want to cover in index card formats.
  • Focused Writing Session: Use the 50-minutes work/10-minutes break technique to begin drafting the essay after outlining. Keeping your sessions structured will help maintain productivity.
  • Prepare for the Zoom Session: Allocate time around midday to briefly review any materials or notes needed for the 3:00 PM pen plotting tutorial, ensuring you can transition smoothly between tasks.

Affirmation: I am capable of achieving my goals with creativity and determination, balancing my time effectively to produce meaningful and impactful work.

Additional Thoughts: Remember, it's okay if some tasks take longer than expected. Flexibility in your schedule allows you to adapt without adding unnecessary stress. Given your recent success with breaking down tasks and focusing on one area at a time, continuing this approach will keep you on track. Also, considering your ongoing efforts to detach from screens earlier in the evening, perhaps this can be a beneficial routine to continue after today's intense focus on writing.

Have a fantastic day, Daniel! You got this! 😺🎨

Cheerful Kitty 😸