tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23246283427812233232024-02-07T20:20:06.795-05:00janiegirlcraftsHave a look around, most items are customizable. Follow this site for upcoming news on new deals and promotions.Janiegirlhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04268877400644015665noreply@blogger.comBlogger128125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2324628342781223323.post-54364579742263714492021-03-12T10:06:00.005-05:002021-03-12T10:08:45.428-05:00A year later... New Things!<p>A year ago today, I sent a bunch of high schoolers home instead of watching them perform their musical. We thought we would be home for a few weeks, maybe a couple of months... It turned out to be a year... so far...</p><p>A lot has changed, I was laid off 6 months ago. I have tried to work as much as possible while being a stay at home mom. I started making things again, and things have been good... and hard. We are lucky, we are surviving.</p><p>One of the things that has really helped me has been my new (old) hobby.</p><p><b><span style="font-size: large;">ROLLERSKATING!</span></b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEigpVh07UvZVhiTG7TuM53qopUDwNBknq3kDn0KdjAlWIxu5n3_4vgMAlsT8t7X8dxnI0zMaQznf2Bfk9Q5KVoAp1qduF-atn9cqJ4MygUKHcC4LcksR6oiblqaUKv4TScFmXb_seDLIZw/s1151/IMG_8199.PNG" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="655" data-original-width="1151" height="228" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEigpVh07UvZVhiTG7TuM53qopUDwNBknq3kDn0KdjAlWIxu5n3_4vgMAlsT8t7X8dxnI0zMaQznf2Bfk9Q5KVoAp1qduF-atn9cqJ4MygUKHcC4LcksR6oiblqaUKv4TScFmXb_seDLIZw/w400-h228/IMG_8199.PNG" width="400" /></a></div><p></p><p><br /></p><p>I was a rink rat as a kid. My parents dropped me off at Skatetown every Friday and Saturday for double sessions while I was in junior high. I loved it. I skated on and off in my 20's at rinks, and even practiced with some derby girls in my 30's. I used to skate laps around my house while Max napped. The wind on my face and the movement felt so good.</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p>This winter my partner and I cleared out our basement and in the process found our roller skates. In February I started rollerskating around my basement. After months of being trapped in the house my body hurt, my muscles were atrophying and I was in constant pain. My back had arched and I had issues standing straight from not having an active job (running around a theater all day gets a lot of steps in everyday).</p><p>Well, I'm almost a month in and have started standing straight again, my energy level has increased, I've lost 5lbs, and I've found happy moments each day while skating. I like learning new things, and I have a bunch of things to remember, re-learn, and learn anew</p><p>Little did I know there was a huge rollerskating trend that started during quarantine. Guess I'm a bit behind, but catching up quickly. So, I have also found a new community to interact with. There are some amazing skaters, new ones and old ones, who are positive and so happy there are more skaters in the world. I am so happy to have found a place to play (socially distant but together). </p><p>I am also lucky to have a family that is interested too! My daughter likes to skate everyday (to Moana). My son likes to turn the lights off in the basement and have disco dance roller parties at night. Even my partner will put on his old skates and skate slowly with me from time to time. Like a good old slow skate. We do circles in the basement, it's nice. Like a date night, but at home.</p><p>I've started a skate daily challenge and today marks day 27. I plan to skate everyday though the rest of 2021. If you would like to follow my skate journey you can find my instagram posts <a href="https://www.instagram.com/janiegirlskates/">@janiegirlskates</a> Now that the sun is coming out and the days are getting warmer, we are venturing outside, and it feels so good. </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgU0iShXjcV-ii-9-e4b80Ik_kzHZpJJDfKZ6jDUnXvpENVQm1IN89vTTYFfBN1FFTVcJGOjwlFcOkVFmaV79Xw_DcStcJ5bvFg-9a-mQdJZj3K9RKBHfFlE-s8XIcpqFdJsEiCBp3KV7Y/s2048/IMG_8521.JPG" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgU0iShXjcV-ii-9-e4b80Ik_kzHZpJJDfKZ6jDUnXvpENVQm1IN89vTTYFfBN1FFTVcJGOjwlFcOkVFmaV79Xw_DcStcJ5bvFg-9a-mQdJZj3K9RKBHfFlE-s8XIcpqFdJsEiCBp3KV7Y/w400-h300/IMG_8521.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><p></p><p><br /></p><p>It feels so good that I have found new inspirations! I have new roller skate items coming to the shop in April! </p><p> Pom-Poms- Toe covers, Charms, Straps, and more!</p><p></p><p>Spring is almost here and I'm feeling better than ever! </p><p><b><span style="font-size: medium;">Shop re-opening April 1!</span></b></p><p>Don't forget to check back for more content, and visit the shop!</p><p>Until then... happy skating!</p><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br />Janiegirlhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04268877400644015665noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2324628342781223323.post-47527680534887474112020-09-29T09:15:00.010-04:002020-09-29T09:20:15.962-04:00Laid off... Where's the Justice?<p> Well ladies and gents... it has finally happened...</p><p>I have been laid off. </p><p>Another job lost to Covid. I miss my art, I miss my students, I miss my theater community. My heart hurt a little bit this last week. With the passing of Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsberg, and the formality of my furlough turning into a lay off... I felt a bit lost this week.</p><p>So what do we as artists do... we work through it. The last few weeks my family has seen a few new transitions. My son started school full time in person classes... My fabulous In-Laws are out of town visiting the newest member of our family... so my daughter and I are together for our adventures every day. Which is wonderful and trying at the same time. Mostly because this month I started teaching Virtually. I am very lucky to have people looking out for me.</p><p>This month I was asked to cover a class for NHPS. I am lucky to have the work. I am able to meet with students, and rekindle my love of drawing and remembering old skills. More on that to come this later this month. For now, we are starting to settle into a rhythm, and we will see how it flows and evolves.</p><p>But now, the exciting part. New items in the shop!</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXlgo079hmroL54YneSjcpPQRK3-FrdzfbaT0vFpbOMuJttU8T6EC7_-0oIRkPScZD7AWWw4kaem-fXv1jF6Kn57OSxasPAsLUak0LF3aLubniBvcmwlxqiaDbuLXFmt_sB5i7rZER9NI/s2048/C62F7291-A043-4354-8B6C-49BFDCFD1A26.JPEG" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1583" data-original-width="2048" height="494" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpP3kEV_1uWFKOWV1pxlqxqQ5F9vId4wYTCRJkaSRdqja62NaI23WPTB9xsQlsMS4G03hspTFm46MXuPhdFn532U4ZV7_yELgcHk4adQwWixlVS2CyWJOEmjHDJiMU3x_qKunsZOOyypE/w640-h494/347B513D-CEAB-4049-8224-85418768DAD1.JPEG" width="640" /></a><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">With the election coming, the passing of RBG, and the clarity needed moving forward, I channel my loss into a few new items. I have been working on a few RBG digital drawings for the past year, never having time to finalize, finesse, and finish. Well, that changed this week. I found a way to finish, it may not be what I expected, but it's done. I have to remember that things don't always need to be perfect. Sometimes we can accept the smaller outcome, instead of holding out for perfection. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjo9-Uj6LNcahcaF2dEAbpKG9EQzRu9b_fk2M0rutNioGMUR0iv4lfOliK9PpdLwVdwGUBG3t59vU51Q5hq0K5IJg0_za1Uhsd5u84XicYJOA0oqfc6rLGcE23NMgvzNeoYygf32_xaSI8/s2048/5E35257B-B911-4613-81F9-1B34ECE06521.JPEG" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjo9-Uj6LNcahcaF2dEAbpKG9EQzRu9b_fk2M0rutNioGMUR0iv4lfOliK9PpdLwVdwGUBG3t59vU51Q5hq0K5IJg0_za1Uhsd5u84XicYJOA0oqfc6rLGcE23NMgvzNeoYygf32_xaSI8/w300-h400/5E35257B-B911-4613-81F9-1B34ECE06521.JPEG" width="300" /><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEihB3CTHilWFQ0SR8RQ1QSPmNhBr6r6qBWGSGcgfdgXKQnBd5Zdjsw0968h3h5cm2Kw5dqku1JwzgPqmihod9ECWZWbKQUfjIDl20MIo0amif1RnjqWFbDPyPFwNsgJNNF_wYk5apYcu5Q/w300-h400/9C1CFD7A-3EB3-4BB2-BEF1-BE0146BC4D3B.JPEG" width="300" /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjo9-Uj6LNcahcaF2dEAbpKG9EQzRu9b_fk2M0rutNioGMUR0iv4lfOliK9PpdLwVdwGUBG3t59vU51Q5hq0K5IJg0_za1Uhsd5u84XicYJOA0oqfc6rLGcE23NMgvzNeoYygf32_xaSI8/s2048/5E35257B-B911-4613-81F9-1B34ECE06521.JPEG" style="clear: left; 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I'm not saying I'm not working... I am working... just not where I was working... I'm not working for money... but I am still working...<br /> <br />My last day of "FULL TIME" employment was July 31. I was furloughed from my theater as there are no longer performances happening to support income. I am the second in a department and have been cut. I have cleaned out my office and personal items, received lovely messages from my students and colleagues, and will miss being in school every day. There is a hope I will continue back with my position, but not a guarantee of when that return might be. So I am now unemployed.<br /> <br />Over the past 2 weeks I have updated my resume, re-imagined my professional website, applied for 4 positions, applied for unemployment, taken my kids to the lake, made 100 buttons, sewn 50 masks, made breakfast/lunch/dinner/snacks, picked up all the toys 100 times, read every book we own twice, posted 11 new items in my Etsy shop, made sidewalk chalk art, played in the inflatable pool, cleaned the toilets, a lot of other things I can't remember, and am now writing this blog post. <br /><p style="text-align: left;"> </p><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px;"></blockquote>Anyone got a paycheck for all this work I'm doing over here?<br /><p style="text-align: left;"> </p><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px;"></blockquote>It's funny how just when you think you are moving forward in life, you end up in a circle back to where you were. What do people say... "When one door closes another one opens...". or is it about windows? Anyway, here I am... back in the studio.<br /><p style="text-align: left;"> </p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhA179WnwpcuwqxL8VSK2dw0vMOPtOkLl6zdSAEHnHD5bhcqCAoTWr9fJPc1YAEI2S_9dnfR4aHuGI5cYXejkNKylA7xPorFYzvCUwOXNmrhCWFavMZxG5GEjWwLOSC77xrEwm4HuTI-cU/s2048/0D0DEBCB-19CA-41D4-A0D9-1584985C12C1.JPEG" style="clear: left; display: inline; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1539" data-original-width="2048" height="481" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhA179WnwpcuwqxL8VSK2dw0vMOPtOkLl6zdSAEHnHD5bhcqCAoTWr9fJPc1YAEI2S_9dnfR4aHuGI5cYXejkNKylA7xPorFYzvCUwOXNmrhCWFavMZxG5GEjWwLOSC77xrEwm4HuTI-cU/w640-h481/0D0DEBCB-19CA-41D4-A0D9-1584985C12C1.JPEG" width="640" /></a><br /><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"></blockquote><br /><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px;"></blockquote><br /><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px;"></blockquote><p style="text-align: left;"><br /></p><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"></blockquote>A different studio than before. Almost a year ago we moved into our new home. My studio was cut in half and so was the time I spent in it. My shop has been slow for the past few years. I went back to work full time/out of the house. Got Married... had a baby... who is now 2 and runs the show... <br /><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"></blockquote>Last year this room was her play room. I had a little table in the corner and she had toys galore in here... now she has a little table in the corner and I have taken over. <br /><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px;"></blockquote><br /><p style="text-align: left;"> </p><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px; text-align: left;"><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px;"></blockquote></blockquote><img border="0" data-original-height="1539" data-original-width="2048" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4yjJTYjtfAe19N6h0mvw1FqmfKalZ3kevdtK2-daEbhDCoLlMk7vuxpHN4Gzc6nOUdtCKxXxrAO6cVn1edPhMLjlTcDx4mdZiJ4Tg_PedEGax2aUAcs2Uw4RS593pvRVZuo8waQwjkmw/s640/CF30A357-4253-40CA-B590-DEEACB5C239B.JPEG" width="640" /><br /><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px;"></blockquote><br /><p style="text-align: left;"> </p><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px;"></blockquote>When the Shut Down happened in March I reclaimed some of this space. Then I found sitting all day was painful and we started making improvements. I moved a bench from the kitchen in and I use that as a standing work space with my cutting mat and tools. I also ordered a table riser which I use for photos and laptop work. So I can stand and type this blog. I was very lucky and my husband built a couple of shelves and a table top for me to use as my work bench. I was also able to repurpose 2 bookshelves that were in the living room of the old house. Now I have some nice cabinets to store all of my art and craft supplies. 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I have a ton of "Works in Progress" and more items coming to the shop next week.<br /><p style="text-align: left;"> </p><blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px;"></blockquote>OH! Starting this week! Shipping Guarantee through Etsy! 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Starting work on another project. Never enough time in the day. We re all home. We are all trying to make it. I am trying to make things.... Work things, Craft things, Home things, Family things. Trying to make it all work on this tiny laptop. Maybe I'll find some balance.<br />
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Right now things are actually super busy. I'm working, though my hours have been cut back. I am creating everyday, I am so thankful for this. Everyday I am able to make something, a picture, a video, a craft, an activity and more....<br />
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To see what kind of things I have been working on check out the <a href="https://www.instagram.com/shubertcamp/?hl=en" target="_blank">ShubertCamp on Instagram.</a> Or The <a href="https://shubert.com/education-programs/shubert-camp-at-home" target="_blank">Shubert Theater Education Page</a>. I have been creating lots of super fun videos geared to kids, ages 2-14! We have Story Time, Arts and Crafts activities, Challenges, Backstage Tours and More!<br />
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I hope to be able to share everything, but once again I find that I am without enough time. Working from home, with kids and their homework and schedules, trying to maintain family moral and cleanliness.... I forgot about the amount of dishes that pile up after a full-day home with the family. Being able to leave the house has never been more appealing... but I don't. We go for walks, but that's about it. I have also started sewing again... it's been a long time. Did you know that I used to make baby blacnkets, and burp clothes, and toys, and costumes for kids? I was able to stay home once before.... I made my Etsy shop: j<a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/janiegirlcrafts?ref=hdr_user_menu-shop" target="_blank">aniegirlcrafts</a><br />
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When it was suggested that people wear masks I made some for family and donation.<br />
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsxG2W7tHPQmmEATe8huFHnKxLWSVh9haAnPl0E_Zl7U9d2PHdXwe0utV85prkPoYHxrx8wMUEHhAwUKDgo60Cx3JlKtvLcjQDZtlp6XNxQgvfqalNQC9v3_ZGVvjB4nsA0Tjk4eqwMck/s1600/0682A5C8-4BC4-40C2-BEE4-DFF8FFD0F98A.JPEG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1172" data-original-width="1600" height="234" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsxG2W7tHPQmmEATe8huFHnKxLWSVh9haAnPl0E_Zl7U9d2PHdXwe0utV85prkPoYHxrx8wMUEHhAwUKDgo60Cx3JlKtvLcjQDZtlp6XNxQgvfqalNQC9v3_ZGVvjB4nsA0Tjk4eqwMck/s320/0682A5C8-4BC4-40C2-BEE4-DFF8FFD0F98A.JPEG" width="320" /></a>It took me while to make a pettern that I liked and get the right materials. But I think I finally figured it out. I also found all of my fabrics and materials from the old days, in the attic from when we moved. My studio is now a lot smaller, and I share it with the kids but I have my sewing machine out again.<br />
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I used to uses these fabrics to make children bedding, skirts, aprons, and more.<br />
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Now I make masks. So far I have made 148 Masks and 10 scrub hats.<br />
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It's terrible selling these items, but with both Ben and my hours being cut back we have to make some extra money somehow.<br />
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I appreciate everyone who has purchased a mask. Thanks to you I have been able to donate 75% of the items I have made. I have been able to buys some more materials with your help, and pay for groceries this week. I will make masks and caps until I am out of fabric...<br />
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ps... has anyone else tried getting fabric... it's hard.<br />
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So for now I am going through all of this bright, whimsical, and colorful fabric. Maybe they will spread some joy to someones day, or make someone feel a little lighter wearing them.<br />
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If you have a need for a masks, I will make one for you. I currently have Metal nose pieces felt "filters" and Elastic available in the shop. If you need a mask, but cannot afford one I will give them to you.<br />
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Sewing daily 6-8am... until I run out of materials or there is no longer a need. Please everyone, stay home- watch some of my activity videos and play with your kids when you can. Be safe.<br />
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<br />Janiegirlhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04268877400644015665noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2324628342781223323.post-62838666724475330052019-03-31T21:00:00.000-04:002019-03-31T21:09:21.109-04:00Black and White Digital StickersI need 18 more hours to every day.... that no one else can have!<br />
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They are so basic, yet very helpful!<br />
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I started putting together my monthly layouts and really wanted to break up my same old lists look. I and so excited about the Project sticker!<br />
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This month we plan to prep the house for sale, so this sticker will be totally worth it!<br />
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Janiegirlhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04268877400644015665noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2324628342781223323.post-44768459133698891622019-02-16T12:48:00.001-05:002019-02-16T12:48:28.914-05:00Digital items now in stock!I have been bullet journaling for 2 years now. I love that I am able to spend time organizing my thoughts and keeping track of all of the things I want to get out of life. I found that after setting up 3 individual journals, I set up journals for 6 months at a time, that I was spending so much time trying to replicate or create new layouts that I had no time to actually fill in any of the information I was looking to track/record. One day I came across a digital version of the bullet journal on Instagram, and my mind was blown.<br />
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After watching a few tutorials on new programs (keynote, goodnotes, and procreate) MY eyes were opened to a whole new world! So I started by making myself a 6 month journal and testing my abilities. I think 6 months into it I've found out a bunch of new information and created a habit in which I can truly dive into. I love making and drawing, but find that I run out of time, or find the time when I don't have my supplies. This is where my new iPad Pro has been a wonderful addition to my journaling life, along with my professional one.<br />
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Digital journal coming soon! However, I have been able to add my sticker book and now my first set of stickers!<br />
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Check out my Etsy Shop Listing:<br />
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I am so happy with the sticker book I created! I used Keynote to create a clickable PDF, this PDF has 52 clickable pages, including a cover page, 48 linked chapters, to be named as I create new stickers! IT also includes a clickable index button, back cover including 3 colorful post it notes, and a black page to insert new pages to each chapter. So far, I'm on chapter 14. Someday I hope to be able to share this entire book filled with stickers!<br />
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Thank you to my parents for my wonderful Christmas Gift! I am now the proud user of an iPad Pro and Apple Pen, which have improved my journaling 100%! I spent every spare second I had over winter break creating a brand new Digital Planner/Bullet Journal. My son, the 8 year old, saw me writing and asked to try it out. He created his own coloring book, which I was able to add to his 2nd gen iPad, and he is using my old pen, though he says the apple pen is much nicer. He has created several pages in is goodnotes book, and loves the chance to use mine when possible.<br />
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Looking back at last year’s <a href="http://www.janiegirlcrafts.com/2018/01/january-2018.html?m=0">Goal</a> Layout, I have kept some things the same. Though this year I’m going to try to keep things simple. Scale back a bit, and keep the things that make me happy.<br />
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Happy New Year!Janiegirlhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04268877400644015665noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2324628342781223323.post-2886831791397925082018-12-31T12:50:00.001-05:002018-12-31T12:50:29.830-05:002018 Wrap up!Where did 2018 go?<br />
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My goal for 2018: 1 blog post a week, I have to admit, that was a bit too adventurous. Instead I settled on one blog post a month, which I was almost able to accomplish, minus April, and September, October, November... </div>
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Last time we had a chat I was just diving into a Digital Bullet journal, which I loved. I was able to cut down on how much I was carrying around with me, I didn’t need a ruler, or washi tape, and highlighters... don’t get me wrong, I still love all of my supplies and use them regularly, but didn’t feel the need to always use them. I could make notes on my phone, iPad, and laptop with ease. </div>
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I was also able to incorporate my work schedule, childcare pickup schedule, weekly recipes, grocery store trips, and more, without having to recreate, or print and tape into my book. Things seemed to work seamlessly. I made my grocery lists while watching my 8 year old at ninja class, including recipes, then simply print out the page and take it to the store with me.</div>
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So how did I start this journal? I started noticing digital journals on Instagram, and found that artists were using #keynote and #Goodnotes, so I started with Keynote. <br />
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I began August with my standard journal... however, with school starting, a new baby at home, pumping at work, and trying to keep everything straight.... I didn't have enough room in my bag or mind for my journal, highlighters, stickers, and washi tape.... Though I love them! So I am shoving everything into my ipad... and let me tell you.... So Far, I love it!<br />
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I love learning new things!Janiegirlhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04268877400644015665noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2324628342781223323.post-62009159070775340762018-07-02T09:34:00.000-04:002018-07-02T09:34:31.399-04:00It's July Already?!Time is going by way too fast... I thought I was short on time before I had 2 kids...<br />
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It's now July. I've had so many post ideas, started at least 3 different posts, only to be interrupted... Don't get me wrong, I'm not complaining in any way. Instead I am choosing to prioritize my time!<br />
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My daughter will be 1 month old on Friday! It seems like we just came home from the hospital, and yet we have come so far. Last night she was asleep by 10pm and woke up at 6am! A few whimpers during the night, to which we woke up to change and feed her, only to find her fast asleep when we reached her. I will take this small triumph. I did try to take a nap this morning, as she is currently sleeping... however since I got more sleep than usual I find I am mostly awake today and should spend the time sharing some things here.<br />
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So, I'm just going to jump into July. I hope to have some time this month to share a bit more about June. I find that I am halfway through my maternity leave and already wishing for more time. The summer has been scheduled (allowing for as much downtime as possible). It just keeps going by so fast... I just want to enjoy every moment! July will bring one month of more "free time". Today my 7 year old starts summer camp, which will give him awesome adventures outside and me a bit more downtime. June was filled with mastering the entertainment needs of the mighty 7 year old, while balancing the brain drain of a newborn. More on that later... I hope...<br />
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So Here it is!<br />
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JULY! Fun in the sun, fireworks, watermelon, manicures, birthdays, yoga, Sunday's floating at the Lake, and to finish it off a family vacation to Martha's Vineyard!<br />
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This week: focusing on household chores and needs, bills, yard care, finishing up projects and starting new pick up/drop off schedules for my son at summer camp! Sincewe wake up at 5am, we have been watching a lot of She-Ra... I may be slightly obsessed with rainbows and unicorns at the moment, as I found my daughter all of these things in her wardrobe for the summer and they have merged into my daily planning... oh! and don't forgot the Narwals too! To see super cute pictures of the baby girls super rocking outfits, checkout my Instagram feed to the right of this blog, or <a href="https://www.instagram.com/janiegirlcrafts/?hl=en">click here</a>!<br />
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July is also brought to you by NEW STICKERS! While out shopping with my dad last week we stopped at Barnes and Nobel to pick up new summer books for the kids and the beach I found these new Stickers! Stickers by <a href="https://www.barnesandnoble.com/s/pipsticks?_requestid=266778">PIPSTICKS AND WORKMAN</a>. They also include fun retro inspired postcards in the back of each pack! I love sending postcards and these are the right vibe for summer 2018! Message me if you want to receive a postcard this summer!<br />
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<br />Janiegirlhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04268877400644015665noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2324628342781223323.post-7083415238535919682018-06-05T14:37:00.003-04:002018-06-05T14:38:17.307-04:00It's June! It's Time! Hey! LOOK! It's June! I'm going to have a baby this month! Wait! I'm having a baby tomorrow!<br />
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Since officially starting my maternity leave (yesterday) I have felt a huge amount of relief, and focus. While the end of the performance season was wonderful and tiring. Going to work everyday through the end of this pregnancy was the best choice for me. I have felt powerful and content knowing that I can accomplish my job, while growing a small human. When it comes to teaching students (specifically my senior girls) it became important for me to be an example of what a woman can do, in life and the workplace. It doesn't' have to be a choice...<br />
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When I was pregnant with my son (7 years ago) I was discouraged with my profession. I didn't just become a stay at home mom when Max was born, I decided to walk away from my dreams of working professionally in theater. I had just begun working with Broadway designers, learning new tasks and taking on new responsibilities, and taking work very seriously. Work was my priority, always placed ahead of my relationships. I did not know how to set boundaries. This caused issues in my life, that I still regret.<br />
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However, this time around I feel like I have finally found a balance, between work and home. The most important part of my life is my family, and realizing this has been a life changing lesson. Teaching my son responsibility, the love of learning, and to be kind has brought out the teacher in me. My son has given me the opportunity to realize the world needs me, just maybe not in the way I originally thought.<br />
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I love being a mother, now I just happen to be more of a mom than I ever could have imagined. Many of my students call me mom, I feed them, help them, and give them a safe space to come to when needed. I try to teach them responsibility, the love of learning, and to be kind.... Maybe even that they can do these things through ART!<br />
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Being a working mom, while carrying a little girl is even more fulfilling. Knowing that this little girl I will meet tomorrow, will have a strong woman to watch as she grows up, is even more powerful of a feeling. I watched my mother and father work everyday while I was growing up. From them I learned responsibility and to keep going, no matter what. I thank them everyday for the lessons they taught me.<br />
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So, here's to tomorrow... The day is almost here... the future is female... my journal told me so!<br />
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<br />Janiegirlhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04268877400644015665noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2324628342781223323.post-41158246522924847522018-06-04T12:44:00.000-04:002018-06-04T12:44:03.530-04:00A Year with a BulletOne year ago I started to Bullet Journal...<br />
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As I begin to layout my 3rd volume (the start of my second year) I find I have grown in my abilities to organize thoughts and have found new ways to manage my time. I have learned a few things about myself; I need help prioritizing and finding balance between work and life. I have also found taking the time to layout each week brings a level of focus and intention to my days, where I am able to reflect on the week that has passed and prepare for the next.<br />
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The last 2 months have gotten away from me. TODAY is the official start of my Maternity Leave and so far I feel like super mom! I have gone to and made doctors appointments, collected forms, paid bills, budgeted for the month and now, will write this blog post.<br />
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Baby Girl is due to arrive Wednesday, and I am trying up as many loose ends while striving to move forward. I don't think I'd be this calm if I didn't have a system in place for keeping my notes and thoughts in line.<br />
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It's amazing to see how much a layout can change from Month to Month, Week to Week, and Year to Year. Today I havev decided to feature a few of my layout changes over the past month. Since I missed posting in April and May, due to super hectic work schedule and baby brain. I think the changes have made me better organized.<br />
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Week to Week- May started out simple and I found I needed to track a bit more, but not spend more time in layout.<br />
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Looking back to <a href="http://www.janiegirlcrafts.com/2018/03/march-on-by.html">previous month</a> it was helpful to have my timeline written out, however I didn't need to track additional information, nor did I have the time this month for that layout...<br />
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So Simplify. At the top of each day I broke out the day by appointment/task time. This helped me keep track where I needed to be each day, without taking up too much space and time.<br />
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I usually enjoy using stickers and images in my layouts. This month was packed with Doctor appointments, work assignments, baseball games, yoga, and more. So time was sparse.<br />
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I do love my monthly layout. I've found a way to incorporate my work schedule and overall events into 2 quick layouts. This overview really helps me focus on the month, I've stopped copying my work schedule, and instead scaled down the schedule I send to my boss. It fits perfectly into my bullet journal pages. As I'm now on my 3rd volume, I have found there are several layouts that I re-draw every layout. So, I'm starting to play around with creating some excel forms (because I love excel) that I can easily print off each month and reuse. With a baby coming... I need to save some time...<br />
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One NEW LAYOUT I have really enjoyed is my Yoga Schedule Layout. This month classes changed and I wanted to make the best use of my class cards. I have been taking 2-4 yoga classes a week and find it a wonderful addition to my routine. Sad that I will have the next month off, to recoup. However, this last month having the schedule handy was super beneficial to finding a time to squeeze in a class. PS- Favorite teachers are Kami and Doreen if your looking for a new class!<br />
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I've come a long way in a year! Looking back to May of last year and the beginning of this process has been quite interesting. If you would like to look back with me, feel free to check out these old posts... <a href="http://www.janiegirlcrafts.com/2017/05/new-weekly-layout.html">May 2017 bullet journal layouts!</a><br />
<br />Janiegirlhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04268877400644015665noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2324628342781223323.post-16786220102049253092018-03-31T10:47:00.000-04:002018-03-31T10:50:22.640-04:00March on by...Spring has sprung and the days are getting longer, which means my days have gotten longer.<br />
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I have been working back to back 12-16 hour days, thanks to school concerts and events. When they say March comes in like a lion and out like a lamb, they mean the weather and not my schedule. This month I hit the road running... Which at 30 weeks pregnant is going as well as could be expected. Sore feet and back at the end of the night, but at least I haven't completely lost my mind.<br />
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I found this month, by super simple weekly layout had to be developed a bit more.<br />
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Janiegirlhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04268877400644015665noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2324628342781223323.post-5601567726937799292018-02-28T18:12:00.000-05:002018-03-01T08:23:14.641-05:00The layout I loved!Since February was the month of love, and today is the last day... I thought I would share the layout I have loved the most in my bullet journal, version 2.<br />
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My self-care layout has really evolved this time around, I really enjoy my icons and color usage. Bright colors always help pull me from whatever might be troubling me. I find this page a great check in on the things I want and need for me.<br />
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Too often we, meaning I, get busy and forget to take care of myself... It's something I hear from a lot of people, moms, wives, teachers, friends, and students a like. We never have time to do the things that make us happy in a day; instead we are faced with what we have to do.<br />
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This is my daily reminder. My mood tracker tends to change based on how much time I have during layout process. Sometimes my mood tracker is placed in my weekly layouts, however at the end of 2017 I had a full 2 page spread designated to my self care layout. I even tried to track my moods along with the moon cycle. Though I have to say I did ok at the end of 2017. Must be the pregnancy hormones...<br />
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I found that checking in on my self care list was important for my mental and physical health. When the colors start turning cool in my tracker, I jump into my "improve your mood section". </span><br />
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However, they cost money.... so I try not to flip that flap too often... but $20 at Staples sure does buy some new bright colored washi tape and post-its!<br />
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I've also been able to splurge a bit the past few months and I get my nails painted every 3 weeks. I'm very lucky a new nail salon opened in my neighborhood, offering 20% off! To take an hour ever couple of weeks to focus on nothing has really been a special treat!<br />
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Janiegirlhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04268877400644015665noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2324628342781223323.post-20095701677842825862018-02-05T09:54:00.003-05:002018-02-05T10:02:33.681-05:00Where did January go?<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
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Things are gearing up over here. Some of my journal time has been cut into, while we work on home projects. At least my posting time has been cut out while we accomplish tasks!<br />
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We are expecting a little girl in June and unfortunately our tiny house is in need of some major work. We are currently working to update the master bedroom and clean out some of the random items in my son's room, to make room for the baby! I hope to have some process photos up, or at least some final photos closer to June! Figures crossed.<br />
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In the mean time, a little catch up. Since I found myself short of journal/posting time this month, I decided to continue the "keep it simple" approach.<br />
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Here are a few of my favorite January Weekly Layouts:<br />
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The goal was to keep it simple, yet enjoy my layouts as best I could. I experimented with placement a couple of times, how I would break up my daily tasks and reminders for upcoming events and lists.<br />
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This month I have found that incorporating the use of stickers, and they have been a huge time savor and easy way to incorporate pattern, font, and inspiration!<br />
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Check out <a href="https://shop.meandmybigideas.com/collections/the-happy-planner-stickers">The Happy Planner and the Create 365 Sticker Books!</a><br />
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<br />Janiegirlhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04268877400644015665noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2324628342781223323.post-57445637934655493362018-01-09T13:02:00.001-05:002018-01-09T13:02:26.332-05:00Week 1: 2018Keeping with the simple plan:<br />
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I did not spend 20-40 minutes laying out my weekly page! This month opting for the daily lists so I could organize my never-ending tasks, only took 5 minutes!<br />
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I did keep a few Organizational lists this month:<br />
Upcoming Events: So I knew what I needed to plan around this week. <br />
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A Prioritize section, including a shopping list for items I found I needed throughout the week.<br />
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A TO DO list, to focus on a few of my SPECIAL WANT tasks.<br />
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This TO DO list featured reminders to make my new ETSY items, list them, and share new Blog stories! SO far it worked: Check out my new <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/janiegirlcrafts?ref=search_shop_redirect">shop items here</a>!<br />
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I also wanted a projects area: THE PLAN. We are in need of a home makeover, so to keep my projects in mind I created the PLAN list.<br />
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Other feature ares this week, my mini Monthly calendar, and my Doodle!<br />
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Keeping the week busy, but happy!</div>
Janiegirlhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04268877400644015665noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2324628342781223323.post-90662180344745232272018-01-07T13:59:00.001-05:002018-01-07T15:10:10.857-05:00January 2018!Trying to keep it simple in 2018... however, that does not mean I don't get to be creative!<br>
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This month I chose to keep my layout time under 10 minutes. In the past: I have spanned pages, put inserts between pages, used half pages, featured original drawings, and researched new layout techniques. This month I took my usual printed work schedule and taped it to the page! I did not transfer it to my written calendar page, as my work schedule seems to change by the end of the month. SO! This month, I simply added the items that are scheduled outside of work: featuring morning, evening, and all day activities.<br>
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I also utilized stickers and Washi Tape! A great way to jazz up a page without spending time drawing things out! Trying to keep my goals in mind this month! I took a few of the goals I had set in my <a href="http://www.janiegirlcrafts.com/2018/01/hello-2018.html">#Goals Page</a> from last week. As a helpful reminder of the intensions I want to keep this year!<br>
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Janiegirlhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04268877400644015665noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2324628342781223323.post-84555512491507933992018-01-04T14:03:00.000-05:002018-01-04T14:03:00.993-05:00Hello 2018!So far, this year is starting out just fine, minus a few aches and pains...<br />
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Work is in full swing, however today is a SNOW DAY! Time to catch up on all of the work I have to do. Besides schedules and planning for upcoming events, I have a bunch of new items to post in the shop! I can't wait to get them all started.<br />
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To start things out, it's time to create my punch list for all of the things that need completed in 2018!<br />
The top item for me this year is to post my Bullet Journal #GOALS page!<br />
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When I was beginning to layout my page I found myself searching for imagery and information on reflection and goal-setting. In my search I found this book "<a href="https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/projectlove/goodbye-2017-hello-2018-your-guide-to-thriving-in">Goodbye 2017 Hello 2018</a>" by Selina Barker and Vicki Plavitt. These two have founded <a href="https://loveprojectlove.com/">Project Love</a>, a website featuring online courses and coaching projects to promote women empowerment in life, career, focus, sisterhood, community, and so much more! <br />
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Unfortunately, I was a few days too late to order for this years Kickstarter Campaign. I truly hope they will be back next year! This #projectlove project seemed like a great way to transition from one year to the next through reflection and help putting your best foot forward.<br />
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Janiegirlhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04268877400644015665noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2324628342781223323.post-61406814845935245352018-01-01T17:54:00.001-05:002018-01-02T09:45:40.214-05:00Goodbye 2017!Out with the old and in with the new.<br />
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Taking some time to look back and realize there has been growth, even though we feel like we are standing still, is a huge accomplishment. After a year of new challenges and obstacles, finding the highlight is always important. I will leave 2017 with this last post, even if it's a day late.<br />
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I have taken the time to reflect and hope to continue my journey with a new found sense of self and awareness. Here are some of my favorites this year. Thank you for sharing them with me.<br />
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Goodbye 2017!</div>
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After taking a break in November, I came back strong in December. With lists to organize and presents to get, I felt I could start my journal again without making over elaborate layouts. My simple monthly layout, which only takes 5 minutes to create, is a great way to organize tasks for the month. Keeping it to one page is helpful and removing the middle schedule pages, helps keep things simple. I decided a few simple shapes to help organize various lists would be helpful and bring some holiday cheer to my layout, without adding copious amounts of time with intricate designs<br />
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The best part of December was ending it with some time off. We were able to fly to my parents house in Iowa. Truth be told, I haven't been home in 3-4 years, and it was a much needed trip. We ate our way through all of my childhood favorites and I was able to share these memories with my husband and son. I was also able to create a new Tracking List. One thing my whole family enjoys during the holidays is watching Christmas Movies. We sit together, eat popcorn, laugh, and cuddle. This year I started a Christmas Movie List. We got through most of them, and look forward to next year. This Christmas Movie List was really simple. Each day is a new day and doesn't need to be bogged down with design. When I have time I may create more elaborate layouts, but at the end of the busy year... simple was better.</div>
Janiegirlhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04268877400644015665noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2324628342781223323.post-16439391714102589392018-01-01T16:57:00.000-05:002018-01-02T09:51:11.793-05:00What Ever Happened to September, October, and November?One thing that happens to me, quite often, is I get busy. Like most people, life sometimes gets in the way of our best intentions. When this happens something always has to drop, normally we drop the thing that we don't "have to do" the thing that isn't necessary to survival...<br />
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We have to go to work, we have to go to sleep (I'm not as young as I used to be, when I could work all night)... we have to take care of the house and the children, put food on the table, and pay the bills. Which means we drop the "frivolous" things, the "niceties" of life...<br />
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I stop going to Yoga.<br />
I stop going to the gym.<br />
I stop brushing my hair... and forget which day I last showered.<br />
I don't even attempt to put on make up or dress in anything other than jeans and t-shirts.<br />
I don't make balanced and nutritious lunches... rather taking any part of a leftover meal or microwave a mac n cheese found in my desk drawer.<br />
I stop making lists, and writing things down in the calendar.<br />
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The other thing I do, is stop journaling... part of that making lists and writing things down in the calendar... I stop doing any of it. I stop communicating. I have a hard time organizing thoughts, as I am the types of anxious that is slightly obsessive compulsive and have to go back to the house in the mornings, because I have forgotten something... my lunch, my phone, or a tool for work.... Lists truly help ease my mind and help me focus.<br />
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At night I write down everything I can think of for the next day, and pack my bag, pack all the lunches, then remember what I forgot a few times, write them down and then eventually sit down to relax... The alternative to this, is me waking up 3-4 times a night because I keep remembering what else I need to to in the morning, or whatever I may have forgotten to do in the day. It can drive someone mad...<br />
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September started out simply, with a nice big vacation to Jackson, Wyoming to see my sister in law get married to her best friend. We saw Yellowstone National Park and loved every minute. Taking 10 days away was great, I was able to take time and layout the month in a way I felt I could manage. I had inspiration from the mountains around me and how time seemed to slow down.<br />
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I was lucky to have the time while in Jackson to layout the month, in the valley of a mountain covered in snow, with a moose outside the sliding door. I found that writing a weekly list didn't seem relevant, so I make a sketch of all of the things I was in charge of while on vacation. I do think this layout worked out pretty well. It made me feel good which is all that matters. I was in charge of creating chalkboard signs for my sister in laws reception. Along with keeping track of the places we visited.<br />
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However, upon the return to Connecticut I stopped my weekly layouts as all of my evening time was taken up by a side theater project. Notes written on post its, and scrap pieces of paper. I found myself covered in paint and staying up till 2 am. This side project lasted up through October.<br />
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I found the time to layout my month, however my work schedule kept changing. Mix in a few dentist and doctor appointments, a new creative work, along with a slew of new 1st and 2nd grade workshops in the mornings, lead to a bit of distraction and confusion. I ended up just throwing new printout schedules into my journal to keep track of the ever changing information. That, and I ran out of white out. I started to feel some pressure creating layouts that were visually appealing. I had no time to keep track of lists, let alone create new layouts each week.<br />
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By the time November rolled around I had decided to take a break. I took a step back from journaling to see if I was really enjoyed the tasks I was assigning myself and if they were helpful. Was I being obsessive about my journal. Trying to outdo myself on every page, constantly updating a d researching new ways to create a layout. So I simply took a step back. I created a page to encourage me to stop. To allow myself a break. No excuses, I was able to make 1 piece of art to commemorate the month, but I would not track, as usual. I would fill in an old mood tracker at home at night. But not travel with this book.<br />
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Janiegirlhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04268877400644015665noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2324628342781223323.post-43132648377678533662017-08-02T08:45:00.000-04:002017-08-02T18:05:41.433-04:00Hello August!It seems the months get busier and busier as they go along. July was amazing! I run an amazing summer camp with amazing women and it is the Highlight of my year! If anyone wants to see what I was up to check out: <a href="http://www.shubertcamp.com/"> www.shubertcamp.com </a> More info on that to come and feel free to check out the blog post listed above in my link area at the top of this site!<br>
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Now! Moving on to August. I find that I am already back to school planning. Funny how school ran right into camp, now camp runs into school. I have a few weeks to clean, reset, and prep spaces and programs for the new year. Busy all the time, honestly, that's how I like it.<div><br></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiSQQPucGgNNxHxtSuDIEkDrJrCdy7QezGCzVp3ldfxOuNQFRgxqpcCCFtr4W6wdz_5ZMVqx61AqqFdosaWCpwOvK9pW-kefrB05pZYlzLi7oK-9bSRPa5ZIrYaylpXgYnqwqyPqi1NZh8/s640/blogger-image--614350051.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiSQQPucGgNNxHxtSuDIEkDrJrCdy7QezGCzVp3ldfxOuNQFRgxqpcCCFtr4W6wdz_5ZMVqx61AqqFdosaWCpwOvK9pW-kefrB05pZYlzLi7oK-9bSRPa5ZIrYaylpXgYnqwqyPqi1NZh8/s640/blogger-image--614350051.jpg"></a></div><br></div><br>
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This month I decided to change a few things, keeping the simplicity of <a href="http://www.janiegirlcrafts.com/2017/07/hello-july.html">July's Monthly Layout...</a><br>
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I also spent a lot of time adding daily trackers, such as water intake and sleep log. Depending how the rest of the month goes I have have to abandon this plan for the simpler grid trackers, or incorporate them into my weekly tracker. More to come this month on how well I do with this format.<br>
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Summer days are winding down, my garden is producing, and my son is my daily assistant. Hoping for a little bit of downtime to incorporate a yoga class back into my life, but so far things are looking good for August!<br>
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July is my favorite month, because I help run a Summer camp. I get to make art all day long, and show kids how to think outside the box and use their creativity to make something out of nothing. More on that later.<br />
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July is my favorite month, it is also one of my busiest. Besides Camp we have been working on several projects around the house and backyard. We are not all work, though I really like accomplishing things. July is also the month of summer music and concert season for my husband and I. All this on top of regular family duties and responsibilities make July a wonderful and fun month.<br />
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To reflect all of this I changed my Monthly Layout to a much more simplified and streamlined look.<br />
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This month I decided to simplify my trackers from l<a href="http://www.janiegirlcrafts.com/2017/06/hello-june.html">ast month</a>, realizing I was trying to track far too many things. This month I will focus on what I need to track but not necessarily give 100% focus to tracking this month. The trackers that remained are Yoga, Swim, Walk, Alcohol, Etsy, Journaling, Screen time, and Time out. These trackers help me monitor how I may be doing emotionally/physically per day. If I find I am anxious, upset, or unfocused there have been correlation to exercise or alcohol intake, paired with lack of journaling or creative expression. So keeping an over view of these items has been helpful over the past few months and will remain.</div>
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When it comes to tracking my monthly calendar I find this page is left forgotten towards the end of the month as I use my weekly layouts to sustain my planning week by week. So this month I really focused on upcoming events, dates, and concerts so I have just an overall plan, but not relying on storing additional information on these pages.</div>
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This is an article about Bullet Journal and it's effects (proven or Not) on the writer in form of expression/therapy/mental wellness. Check out more about the Writer:<br />
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Practicing the Bullet Journal System has really made a difference in my mental wellness. I am usually very busy, my motto: "I only need 18 more hours today.... but no one else can have them...."<br />
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If I didn't have to sleep I would get so much done. Alas, I'm not in school anymore (I didn't sleep along high school-college). I have held several jobs at one time and always seem to put others needs above my own. This week I fell behind in my journal and I have been in the weeds. A wonderful night out with my husband on Sunday led to great fun, but cut into the time I usually spend riffling through the lists that roll over from week to week. I have 7 calendars and emails to match, a 6 year old, a theater company, a home ETSY business, and some resemblance of a life....<br />
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Having a Layout selected for a Blog is an awesome reminder that I do good things and spending a little time working though my lists is good for me.<br />
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So, check back next week for a new Awesome Layout!<br />
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Happy Journaling!<br />
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<br />Janiegirlhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04268877400644015665noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2324628342781223323.post-30008049802036401422017-06-06T16:58:00.001-04:002017-06-06T16:58:47.287-04:00New Weekly Layout!This week has already proven to be super busy... but very productive.<br />
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I've been working on a side project for <a href="http://abrokenumbrella.org/exchange/">A Broken Umbrella</a> and lots of hours have been spent getting things ready over the past few weeks... and will continue for the next few months. Which meant that this week I had to create a super quick and simple Weekly Layout.<br />
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Last week was a 3 day weekend, and I had ample time to layout the <a href="http://www.janiegirlcrafts.com/2017/06/hello-june.html">month</a> of June and create a fancy layout <a href="http://www.janiegirlcrafts.com/2017/05/new-weekly-layout-for-june.html">last week</a>, they were super detailed. Unfortunately, I spent my weekend at work on Saturday for 10 hours and another 6 hours painting on Sunday, so I was really short on time. This week's layout is super simple. I've kept my daily tasks on the left, last week I found I was cramming a ton into that left page. This week I separated out a few things, giving myself an area that was about the size of a 3"x 3" post it note to work with on my daily lists. So far it's been working out nicely.<br />
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On the right I plan through my larger (non-day specific lists). This week I separated out my water and sleep trackers (from my daily lists) this saved so much time! In last week's layout I had to break each day out for a tracker, which involved many more smaller lines/boxes. This week I just had 2 small grids to make and was fun! Also, I walked away from my color highlighters this week. Trying to keep things simple. I have been filling in my grids with lines with my handy dandy Straedtler 0.3 pen, which is my standard log pen. No need to carry around all of my markers, though I miss them, I've been far less concerned about tracking by color.<br />
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Speaking of tracking by color. Last week I took a step away from my rainbow food tracking to a simple day plan. I took things a step further this week by planning out my whole meal plan (work days only). This has made mornings much simpler. At night while I'm tracking my notes/reflections/lists from the day I put my food together in the fridge based on meal plan I created and in the mornings I can just throw everything in my lunch box. The goal is to eat though the refrigerator and not my feelings. When I'm left to pick out food I will always go with what I want to eat instead of what I should eat. <br />
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This week I've laid out a plan and so far I'm sticking to it, yes I know it's only Tuesday. So far, I have had enough food with me every day and if I take my feelings of the equation, I find that I can only eat what I have, and it's a much healthier option.<br />
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Here's to making a plan and sticking to it. Making a plan is always easier to follow then making the plan, but I'm working on it. Thanks for checking out this week and see you soon! I have a bunch of new listings in the shop and hope to have another post about them coming soon!<br />
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happy journaling!Janiegirlhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04268877400644015665noreply@blogger.com0