Journaling

I've been journaling off and on for many years. In the last few years, journaling has become somewhat of a necessity for me as I've been suffering from depression and a journal and a pen are godsends. I need outlets and this is one of them. It's not just writing though. I often compile drawings from my grandkids, cards, photographs, pictures from magazines, etc.

I keep all of my journaling supplies together in a carry-around tote with lots of pockets so I can journal anywhere.

This is my current journal and, yes, I'm still a little 'girly'. Since I insert lots of pics, cutouts etc, I have to use a band to hold it together. I'm now using a Smash Book band.

These kinds of pages make the journal interesting. I'm obviously unable to show my actual journaling pages as they're very personal and full of raw emotion.

I would love to be able to incorporate some of my own artwork into the journal, but I was not blessed with that talent. *sigh* It's okay though - my granddaughter provided me with a lovely piece of art (as shown above) and I'm sure I'll have many more of those over the years!

I do have some extra blank journals waiting for me once this one is complete.

I must run. My daughter will be off the bus in a few moments and wants me to go to the gym with her. I need to get back into shape!

Until next time...