Today I was saddened, along with many other Australians, by the news of rocker and entertainer Billy Thorpe’s death. Even though I was too young to be part of the music culture in his hey day, I was still touched by his musical talent.
Billy Thorpe wrote two biographies: Sex and thugs and rock ‘n’ […]
I enjoyed this news story on one of the ways to encourage better writing; that is simply to read. The article also mentions parents modelling writing as a good form of communication and the use of a journal.
The article quotes Steve Peha and Margot Carmichael Lester, a husband and wife team, who created the series […]
As you might have already grasped, I am an avid journal writer. Another passion I have is reading. A really good book recommended by another reading buddy always goes down well. But sometimes I’ll go for a book by the title alone. Covers do often sway me, I’ll admit it, but titles can pull me […]
Earlier this week I promised to show you my collection of journals. These are the ones I have filled. When I look at the photo there seems a heck of a lot of journals there, but there might be a couple more in the bedroom. My little guy and hubby are taking a nap in […]
Today is Freaky Friday. If you need to know more about this journal writing prompt please read the First Freaky Friday entry.
I’ve used changing your perspective to that of a child for this challenge before, but today imagine you are a child who still hasn’t grasped the power of speech to a great depth. Many […]
Today I was saddened by the news of Elizabeth Jolley’s death February 13. Her funeral was yesterday. At 83 years she’d lived a full life and the news was not unexpected. Although a local author, she lived in Perth, Western Australia; I never met the woman in person but was always inspired by her life […]
Today I read a great online article on journal writing. The article was aimed at military wives, or partners, often needing a place to vent and ways to build up a positive outlook. I liked the way the article encouraged journal writing as a way to build up necessary emotional strength. A recommended read. […]
I sat down for a moment today to write in my journal and to enjoy a coffee at one of my favourite cafés. I’m a regular, so I only need to say, “The usual,” pay and find a place to sit. Most of the time, when I journal in public places, no one says anything […]
I stumbled on this article in a blog today. There’s some really good info on journal writing, but I was particularly impressed with the interview with Deborah Thompson, who has been keeping a journal for over 30 years.
So… check out her collection of journals. Scroll down their entry for the interview and photos of […]
I find song lyrics inspirational. A favourite song will come on the radio and I’m lost just singing along to it. Other songs inspire me because I really love the music but don’t think much of the lyrics. Often I find myself making up my own and singing them instead. I’m sure I’m not the […]
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