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 thing you could do today to enhance your new workspace setup, perhaps drawing inspiration from your design books?
  • How might you navigate any challenges that arise today with your coding tasks, based on your recent experiences?
  • What's a personal or creative goal you want to achieve by the end of today that would make your day particularly fulfilling?
  • What are your plans for today?
  • Anything else you want to mention?

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TODOS

[ ] - Do email admin in the morning
[ ] - Outline next week's newsletter
[ ] - Plan Paper Camp presentation, keynote and demo items
[ ] - Shoot video for week notes
[ ] - Do your job!


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JOURNAL

This morning started with me checking the bank account. It's always a tense moment, but pleasantly, the cheque I paid in yesterday has cleared. That’s a relief and means I can pay the studio rent on the current place, so we're all squared away on that front. Feeling a lot better for having that sorted.

Then I dove into my usual round of emails and admin. Sketching out an outline for next week's newsletter took up a bit of the morning. I've got a bunch of ideas bouncing around for it, so it felt good to start shaping them into something coherent.

I also turned my attention to the upcoming Paper Camp presentation. I've been mulling over what format it should take. I reckon a keynote presentation will do the trick, particularly if the audience is large and I need a big screen to get the points across. But I'm also toying with the idea of having a more hands-on demo in the “paper pit” for anyone interested. Either way, it's going to be crucial to nail this bit down.

By mid-afternoon, I was knee-deep in code. Jo gave me an SVG signature file, and I spent some time converting it into a format usable by my pen plotter tools. It wasn't what I'd intended to work on today, but it was a productive diversion and pretty enjoyable overall. Experimenting with textures and patterns using that SVG file has been oddly satisfying, and I managed to get a couple of nice plots out of it.

I took some videos for the weeknotes while the pen plotters were running. Though I didn't shoot as much as I’d hoped, it was still progress. Tomorrow, I’ll need to start compiling the footage I have into something resembling a video, particularly as I won’t have much time on Friday to do a full edit.

It’s starting to get chilly, making me think the fan can go back into storage for now. Winter is definitely making its presence felt. Walking around outside, I can see I’ll need gloves soon enough.

Overall, a good, productive day. Plenty of small wins to keep things moving along. Tomorrow, I need to focus on those design projects I’ve been putting off. Might be time to let the pens rest and get more of the prep work done.


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SUGGESTIONS

Sure thing, Daniel! Here's your main suggestion and action points for today.

Main Suggestion for Today: Focus on Preparing for Paper Camp

With Paper Camp just a week and a half away, invest your creative energy into preparing a comprehensive presentation. This will ensure you're ready for both the keynote and show-and-tell formats.

Quick Action Points

  • Email Admin & Newsletter Outline: Start the day by managing emails and sketching out the newsletter outline—two tasks that will clear up mental space and keep you on schedule.
  • Plan Paper Camp Presentation: Use some time this morning to make headway on your Paper Camp presentation. Draft out the keynote points and begin considering your demo setup.
  • Video for Week Notes: Capture a quick video segment for your week notes to maintain consistent documentation and share your progress with your audience.

Affirmation

You are organized, creative, and fully prepared for any challenge that comes your way. Keep pushing forward!

Additional Thoughts

  • Temperature & Workspace: You mentioned the temperature drop and moving the fan back to its place. Do take a moment to adjust your setup to maximize comfort without cluttering your desk.
  • Balancing Your Morning Time: Yesterday, you noted a lost chunk of the morning due to travel. Today, aim to fully utilize your morning slot to balance your personal projects and admin work effectively.
  • Financial Juggling: Continue monitoring your accounts and moving funds as needed. This ongoing diligence is crucial, especially with the tight budget until the studio sale is finalized.
  • Estate Agent Persistence: Maintain your proactive stance with the estate agents. Regular communication keeps the process moving forward and helps manage your stress.

Feel free to tackle the day with enthusiasm, knowing that every small step is a stride towards your bigger goals. I'm here to assist you every step of the way!

Cheerful Kitty 😸