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 the first creative thought that comes to your mind today, and how do you plan to explore it through your art or coding projects?
  • What's one thing you could do today to feel more fulfilled or productive by the end of the day?
  • How can you make today better than yesterday, perhaps by incorporating a new self-care activity or adjusting your work plan to include exploring new avenues in your artwork or coding?
  • What are your plans for today?
  • Anything else you want to mention?

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TODOS

[ ] - Print and drop off accounts to Accountant
[ ] - Locate laser printer power cable
[ ] - Buy bike lock for studio bin
[ ] - Work on Christmas envelopes and cards
[ ] - Reflect on holiday newsletter content


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JOURNAL

Today was not what you'd call a creative day. It was all about managing the accounts and dealing with the frustration of accessing the company account. It seems every time I avoid logging in for a while, the system gets extra jumpy when I do try, like it's actively sabotaging my attempts to get anything meaningful done. The day was mostly eaten up by e-mails, phone calls, and digging out the laser printer's power cable. But thankfully, those accounts are finally ready to go.

With that administrative chaos out of the way, the next part of the day involved an unlikely mission—padlocking the outside bin. There's a bit of irrationality involved, but it's practical, and I figure a bit of preventative effort here should stop the local bar from filling our bin with their rubbish.

Afterwards, a brief shift toward something a bit more hands-on saw me back to work with the envelopes. By the end of the day, managing to get more plotted was my most rewarding accomplishment, turning the frustrating start of the day into something a bit more productive. The relaxing repetition of plotting envelopes is my type of productivity meditation—no pondering, just doing.

On the whole, the day was the polar opposite of what my creative spirit yearns for. But perhaps by doing the necessary mundane bits today, I'd carve out a decent window for some art exploration later in the week. I'm looking forward to working on the Christmas cards and thinking about the newsletter; it'll be great to swap out the admin helmet for the stationary hat again.

Being bogged down by the day's tasks was a reminder that sometimes it's okay to shelf the creative pursuits temporarily when life's admin can't wait any longer. Tomorrow promises a different vibe when I can spend time making more Christmas envelopes. Maybe an early start would set the tone for a more fulfilling day. It's good to remember the envelopes do provide that little element of calm against the backdrop of life's organised mess.

So here's to a smoother day tomorrow, and hoping the bike lock brings a little peace of mind.


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SUGGESTIONS

Main Suggestion for the Day

Today, focus on getting through the admin tasks efficiently, particularly the accounts for the accountant which you mentioned are overdue. Clearing this off your plate will help alleviate some stress and open up space for creative endeavors once the pressure is reduced.

Quick Action Points

  • Prioritize and Complete Accounts Submission: Locate necessary items such as the power cable for the laser printer ensuring the accounts are printed and ready for the Accountant today.
  • Obtain the Bike Lock: Secure the bin outside to prevent misuse by the bar and protect resources for the studio.
  • Revisit Christmas Projects: Once the necessary admin is completed, use any spare time to move forward on printing more Christmas envelopes, keeping in mind the goal of working on Christmas cards later.

Affirmation

Even in the face of hurdles and stress, you're making progress towards a productive outcome and setting yourself up for creative breakthroughs.

Other Thoughts

Given the context from previous entries, it's clear that organization and prioritization are key elements in managing both the studio workflow and achieving a better work-life balance. Keeping this in mind, you might find it useful to create a more structured timetable to ease transitions between tasks, especially with the holidays and weeks off approaching. Let's tackle today's challenges head-on to pave a smoother path toward those creative projects waiting for attention once the admin is behind you!

Enthusiastic Kitty 😻