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 small step you can take today towards refining your gallery setup on your website, considering the recent additions you've made?
  • How can you integrate the lightbox feature more effectively into your creative documentation today?
  • What's one creative experiment or technique you're excited to explore today that might enhance your current projects or introduce a new angle to your work?
  • What are your plans for today?
  • Anything else you want to mention?

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TODOS

[ ] - Add photos to new gallery on website
[ ] - Plot journal pages for August
[ ] - Finalise Brush Height video & Github
[ ] - Update and edit the newsletter
[ ] - Visit estate agent at lunchtime
[ ] - Prepare for pen plotting teaching session


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JOURNAL

Today felt like the race against time sort of day, with one thing after another keeping me on my toes. Despite a busy schedule, I managed to add the new gallery featuring my copper plate and zinc etchings photos. That small bit of progress made me smile, although the looming Adobe Lightroom subscription issue keeps bugging me. With Adobe's repeated attempts to take payment, I must sort through and export more photos before they hold them hostage. There's quite the backlog.

The rest of the day involved quite a bit of juggling different tasks. I finished off pretty much all the newsletter tasks, but I'll give it one final check in the morning before recording. The brush height video update went smoothly, and it's now scheduled. Feeling good about nailing those major tasks helps, especially considering the estate agent visit was a disappointment.

Speaking of the estate agent, that meeting was ultimately frustrating! No new updates on the file since he's been catching up on his work post-holiday. The search raised, and questions answered, but still, no definitive "exchange" status. The uncertainty drags on, and I'll need to follow up tomorrow again. This cycle is draining but staying optimistic for better news.

Despite this, a high point of the day was the teaching lesson on spirals. It went well, and engaging with pen plotting concepts rejuvenated my spirits. Although today was busy, it ended on a productive note. Reflecting on the day, even with its setbacks, I got through the list of tasks confidently.

Overall, today was a mixed bag—successes balanced with small frustrations. However, completing critical tasks and sharing knowledge through teaching always leaves a satisfying feeling. Ready to tackle tomorrow's tasks with renewed focus and, hopefully, hear some progress on the estate.


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SUGGESTIONS

Main Suggestion for the Day

Focus on Finalizing and Uploading Media for Your Website and Newsletter Ensuring that all your media is polished and in place will help streamline the rest of your projects for the week. This includes finalizing your brush height video, uploading example code to GitHub, and updating your newsletter.

Quick Action Points

  • Finalize Brush Height Video: Add the description and thumbnail to the brush height video and schedule its release for this evening at 7:30 PM.
  • Upload Code to GitHub: Ensure all example code related to the brush height video is commented, organized, and uploaded to GitHub.
  • Update Newsletter: Incorporate links to the video and GitHub code in your newsletter and finalize the remaining bits, especially images.

Affirmation

You are well-organized and moving efficiently through your tasks. Trust yourself and your process; everything is falling into place.

Other Thoughts

  • Camera Check: Given your Fujifilm camera is malfunctioning, you might want to consider getting it checked or using a backup camera for your creative documentation.

  • Photography Routine: Think about integrating a short session at the end of each day to review and organize the photos taken. Using Lightroom to group together specific themed galleries, like the copper etching ones, is a good start.

  • Stay Balanced: Remember to take regular breaks to maintain your overall well-being and productivity. Stay hydrated and keep the fan on to manage the studio's temperature. Focusing on these key actions will help you stay ahead and set a positive tone for the rest of the week. Keep up the good work!

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