Tuesday, October 7, 2008

This is a Journal?

At the risk of stating the OBVIOUS, a few ideas for journaling are:

BLOGS: Family or personal blogs are a great way to track your happenings, especially if you include pictures. Since the idea is to always back up your records, blogs are perfect for journaling. Just print out your blog and paste it in your journal notebook. You may have to adjust the chronological order, but it turns out great.

CALENDARS: Sheet calendars, pocket calendars, daily planners, anything that has your detailed schedule triggers memories that you can add to when writing a journal, or simply use it as is (depending on the size) and add more details.



A CHECKBOOK? The register is another great source for recalling memories. Use it as a bulleted outline for writing. For variety, cut out a page and paste it into your journal to remember those great times. Or even better, use the cancelled check from a memorable purchase: your first sofa in your apartment; the crib you bought for your first child; the check to the orthodontist for braces! Be creative!

1 comment:

Sarah said...

I really like this idea. I have always kept all of my calendars because growing up I remember you kept all of yours! I'm sure it won't be such a big deal, but it's still just the every day life.