365 Creativity Project-Day 344

Journal entry:

Falling Short

Sometimes it is hard
To make others happy as
You would really like
Because they have different
Measures of satisfaction.

You attempt to make
The best of situations,
But you only cause
Misunderstanding, trouble,
Not at all what you desire.

You cannot give up,
You cannot stop trying to
Bring some happiness
To those for whom you care so
Very much, loving them more.

Jo Ann J. A. Jordan
Tuesday, December 18, 2012

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I am grateful:

1.   Alex came to visit a while today.
2.   I was able to shoot with the pistol and rifle some.
3.   I did not run out of hot water in the shower.
4.   Hope settled down after we finished shooting.
5.   Alex and Laura are going to be with us for Christmas dinner.

I enjoyed my Tuesday a great deal. I hope you had a good day as well. I urge you to use your creativity and make something wonderful to share with the world. I know you have the ability, because I believe you are at least as talented as I am.

As a prompt, write about disappointment. This might be your own or that of another. Write a poem, story, or journal entry, whatever appeals to you most. If you use this prompt, leave a link to your work in the comments below.

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Always,
Jo Ann

365 Creativity Project-Day 343

Journal entry:

Uncertainty

I am not so sure
You know me or I know you
Because I, myself,
Am a mystery to me,
Unknown and unknowable.

Every day I learn
Something new about myself,
So how am I to
Fully comprehend who you
Might in reality be?

I encourage you,
I attempt to lift you up,
But I have no true
Idea what you think inside
Of your own sovereign mind.

Only God surely
Knows the interior heart
Of each one of us,
We live our lives according
To our own good devices.

Jesus lives and He
Alone redeems us from our
Base inclinations,
We are left to live within
The confines of His great love.

Jo Ann J. A. Jordan
Monday, December 17, 2012

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I am grateful:

1.   I finished reading Savage Lands by Clare Clark this morning.
2.   I slept without waking up coughing last night.
3.   I seem to be almost well.
4.   There is a great deal of beauty in the world.
5.   I took a nap this afternoon because I was cold.

I have enjoyed my Monday. I hope you have had a good day as well. Before you retire for the evening, I urge you to do something creative. It will enhance your day, and perhaps someone else’s.

As a prompt, write a poem, story, or journal entry including the words: moments, choices, myriad, omniscient, mystery.
If you use this prompt please leave a link to your work in the comments below.

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Always,
Jo Ann

365 Creativity Project-Day 342

Journal entry:

Supportive

I am
Someone who tries
To bring happiness and
Encouragement to the lives of
Others with whom I come in contact each
Day, but know I fall woefully
Short of what I aspire
To accomplish,
I try

Jo Ann J. A. Jordan
Sunday, December 16, 2012

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I am grateful:

1.   It has rained all day.
2.   I slept peacefully while it rained.
3.   The concert last night was wonderful.
4.   Mom enjoyed the meal I served for supper.
5.   We have shelter from the storms.

I hope you have had a relaxing and enjoyable Sunday. If you have not already done some creative work, you should do that now. It will brighten your day and possibly someone else’s. I am confident that you have the ability to add value to the world.

As a prompt, write about an event you have attended or watched on television. You might write a poem, story, or journal entry that intrigues us. If you use this prompt, please leave a link to your work in the comments below.

It is wonderful to be able to share my thoughts with you. I hope you will share your comments with me. Thank you for visiting Chronicles. You can easily follow this blog if you like.

Always,
Jo Ann

365 Creativity Project-Day 341

Journal entry:

When There Is Crisis

When things
Fall apart and
Madness appears to rule
Our world, there is a safe haven,
A place, a person to whom we can turn
His name is Jesus and He stands
Ready to take us in arms
Give us hope of
Heaven

Jo Ann J. A. Jordan
Saturday, December 15, 2012

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I am grateful:

1.   I talked to my friend Dana last night, and greatly enjoyed our conversation.
2.   I was able to go back to sleep after being awakened by a phone call this morning.
3.   We had some extra extension cords.
4.   Jeremy came, cleaned our gutters, and check out the truck.
5.   I found out there is a small raise in my Social Security for 2013.

I have had a nice Saturday. I hope you were able to relax and enjoy your day. Before your day is over, take time to work creatively. It will spice up your day and give it more meaning.

As a prompt, write about what Christmas, or the holiday you celebrate during this season, means to you. You might write an expressive poem, a whimsical story, or a simple journal entry. Just apply your imagination and write.

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Always,
Jo Ann

365 Creativity Project-Day 340

Journal entry:

Catastrophe

Heartbreak
Overwhelmed by
Sadness for loss of life
Tears fall without any effect
Devastation brings us all to our knees
Innocent children senselessly
Murdered without remorse
Precious little
Ones lost

Jo Ann J. A. Jordan
Friday, December 14, 2012

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I am grateful:

1.   Alex is an adult.
2.   I was able to make requested changes to the CHN&V page for January without too much trouble.
3.   I shared my caramel pie with my sister-in-law, Linda.
4.   We had shrimp for supper.
5.   My nephew, Jeremy, said the truck is fine to drive.

This has been a distressing Friday. I hope your weekend is relaxing and enjoyable. Make time to use your creative impulse. You have the power to create something worthwhile in the world.

As a prompt, write about your reaction to today’s tragedy. Maybe you will create a poem, a story, or a journal entry. Whatever you do, please leave a link to your work in the comments below, should you use this prompt.

Thanks for visiting my blog. I appreciate your thoughts, suggestions, or criticism, so please leave a comment. If you enjoyed your visit here today, perhaps you would like to follow Chronicles.

Always,
Jo Ann

365 Creativity Project-Day 339

Journal entry:

Article Of Faith

Blessings come with trials,
Life is full of openings
Which always let me
Know God is looking after
Me along each path I take.

No shortage of times,
Opportunities to see
His grace in action,
He oversees everything
Happening in my whole life.

I am well cared for
At each singular moment,
Never does God leave
Me without full protection,
Jesus is my safe shelter.

The Lord sends people
To help me upon the path
He lays before me,
I am never abandoned
But am aided on my way.

I shall give God praise
For He is the Rock my life
Has Foundation on,
I am His and He is mine
Forever and ever, Amen.

Jo Ann J. A. Jordan
Thursday, December 13, 2012

Photographs:

This is the picture that won honorable mention in the “Hit Me With Your Best Shot” contest tonight.

I am grateful:

1.   I woke up fairly early today.
2.   The pies turned out well.
3.   I remembered everything I was supposed to carry tonight.
4.   I made it to the Sweetwater Camera Club meeting although I had problems with the truck.
5.   My pie was completely eaten up.
6.   I had enough money to pay my membership dues for the next year.
7.   I won honorable mention among everyone’s best photographs of the year.
8.   I was given a complimentary ticket to the Nikon School in Atlanta in January.
9.   Hoke, the new president of Sweetwater Camera Club, followed me home to make sure I made it safely.
10. Richard and Norma have encouraged me to broaden my horizons by becoming publicity chairman for SCC.
11. God is so very good to me.

I hope your Thursday was full of blessings, as you have read mine was a mixed blessing. Now I urge you to do some creative work. I am sure there is something in your day worth sharing with the world. So do it.

As a prompt, write about something unexpected which happened to you lately. It could be good or bad, or a little of both. Just get the words down. If you use this prompt, please leave a link to your work in the comments below.

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Always,
Jo Ann

365 Creativity Project-Day 338

Journal entry:

Harmony

Music
Rocks our very
Souls moving us beyond
The limits we usually set
On our solitary lives joining us
Together with one another
Helping us become more
Than our own selves
Music

Jo Ann J. A. Jordan
Wednesday, December 12, 2012

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I am grateful:

1.   I slept in today, and got some extra rest.
2.   I cooked the caramel for the pies.
3.   My shower was refreshing, especially since I ran out of hot water.
4.   I have lots of music to enjoy on my iPods.
5.   Mom is feeling pretty well.

I had a late start to my day, but I hope your Wednesday has been a good one. Take a few minutes of your time to do something creative. If I can do it, I am sure you can. You just have to dedicate your will to doing it.

As a prompt, write about music. I know most every life is impacted by music, whether it be songs of faith or Rock-N-Roll. Write about it. If you use this prompt, please leave a link to your work in the comments below.

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Always,
Jo Ann

365 Creativity Project-Day 337

Journal entry:

In His Favor

Gracious
God Almighty
Who oversees every
Thing that happens to his people
Cares for each of us very tenderly,
Minding even the most minute
Possession for which we
Have concern, God
Loves us

Jo Ann J. A. Jordan
Tuesday, December 11, 2012

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I am grateful:

1.   Laura and Alex were willing to give me time to get ready.
2.   I remembered to take my camera.
3.   I made it across the rocks in the stream.
4.   We found my Droid after I had lost it.
5.   Mom decided to go to her Christmas Party.

I am so happy my day turned out well, it could have been a disaster. I hope your Tuesday was uneventful. Take time to engage your creativity. There is so much you have to share with the world. I know you can make something of value if you make an effort.

As a prompt, write about an unexpected blessing. Every day things happen that are miraculous, just pick something you have experienced and write. If you use this prompt, please leave a link to your work in the comments below.

I am so grateful you took time to visit my blog. Please share your thoughts, suggestions, or criticism in the comments. If you enjoyed the work here, perhaps you would like to follow Chronicles.

Always,
Jo Ann

365 Creativity Project-Day 336

Journal entry:

Why Read?

Reading
Opens windows
Throws wide closed doors to each
Who ventures within the covers
Of every book which is presented with
Much avid curiosity
Allowing them to gain
Understanding
Reading

Jo Ann J. A. Jordan
Monday, December 10, 2012

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I am grateful:

1.   I called the doctor’s office and found out they had moved my appointment up thirty minutes without informing me.
2.   I was on time to my appointment.
3.   I was approved to have an x-ray at the office.
4.   There are many books to read.
5.   My Droid worked well in town today.

My Monday was taken up with trying to get better. I hope you had a wonderful day. Take time to use your imagination and creativity to make something great to share with the world. I know you have the ability and talent to accomplish whatever you set your mind on doing.

As a prompt, write about reading… I am sure you have much to share on this subject. Make sure you share the link to your work in the comments should you use this prompt.

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Always,
Jo Ann

365 Creativity Project-Day 335

Journal entry:

Long Gone

Stranger
Who once was close
As my own skin, now far
Away and hidden from my sight,
But I shall not grieve over the distance
For those days we spent together
I will long remember
As doubly sweet
Stranger

Jo Ann J. A. Jordan
Sunday, December 9, 2012

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I am grateful:

1.   I slept late.
2.   Jeremy and Jayden visited for a few minutes.
3.   I watched The King’s Speech this afternoon.
4.   Alex and Laura came by for a few minutes looking for a video game.
5.   Hope is my constant companion and gives me her love.

This Sunday has been a quiet day. I hope you have had time to relax. I urge you to take time to create something you can share with the rest of the world. I know you have the talent and ability within you to accomplish wonders.

Write about happiness, as your prompt today. Maybe you want to share what makes you happy, how you maintain your happiness, or something else. Just write.

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Always,
Jo Ann

365 Creativity Project-Day 334

Journal entry:

Moments Passing

The clock,
The calendar,
The hours, the days move on,
Taking us forward into our
Futures unfolding quickly before each
Of us in unending array
Of strange situations
That surprise us
In time

Jo Ann J. A. Jordan
Saturday, December 8, 2012

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I am grateful:

1.   I woke up early this morning.
2.   We have free Showtime for three months.
3.   My replacement book came from Amazon.
4.   We had soup and salad for supper.
5.   God loves me extravagantly and completely.

It has been a quiet day here. I hope your Saturday has been filled with joy. Now I encourage you to use your creativity to make something wonderful to share with the world. You can do this if you only make the effort.

As a prompt, use the words: clock, calendar, hours, days; in a poem, story, or journal entry. I know you can create something even better than I did, if you will try. If you use this prompt, please leave a link to your work in the comments below.

I am so grateful you took time to visit my blog. If you enjoyed Chronicles, consider subscribing to the blog. I would welcome your thoughts, suggestions, or criticism, so please leave a comment.

Always,
Jo Ann

365 Creativity Project-Day 333

Journal entry:

So Blessed

My life
Is filled with smiles
On a daily basis.
Even on bad days there is much
For which to be grateful, I can hardly
Complain because happiness fills
Most moments and many
Corners of this
My life

Jo Ann J. A. Jordan
Friday, December 7, 2012

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I am grateful:

1.   I got a haircut and it turned out well.
2.   My trip to Best Buy was productive.
3.   Mom liked what I fixed for lunch.
4.   The doctor’s office finally returned my call.
5.   Alex and Laura visited us for a little while this evening.

Things worked out quite well today. I hope your Friday was also trouble free. Make sure you take a few moments to engage your imagination creatively. You have so much within you if you only tap your resources.

As a prompt, write about a technology that has positively impacted your life. This does not have to be electronic, anything created by humans will do. I am sure you have a poem, story, or journal entry inside you. Please leave a link to your work in the comments below should you use this prompt.

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Always,
Jo Ann

365 Creativity Project-Day 332

Journal entry:

I missed yesterday’s prompt on Poetic Asides, but I wrote my answer this evening…

In The Company Of Misfits

We do not belong,
We are a bit different,
We are not well liked,
Even in the presence of
Each other we are awkward.

You might like to make
Us feel at home, but we are
Not quite assuaged by
Your sweet words or actions, we
Look askance at such efforts.

We might have once been
Focus of evil bullies
And we remember
How we were badly abused,
Now we are shy of friendship.

We are the misfits
Who sit outside the spotlight,
Hardly moving close
Enough for anyone to
Become acquainted with us.

Yet there is hope for
Us because we are full of
Imagination
And creativity lives
Within our hearts, minds, and souls.

Jo Ann J. A. Jordan
Thursday, December 6, 2012

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I am grateful:

1.   I woke up this morning.
2.   There were Oreo cookies for breakfast.
3.   The note application on my Droid worked well as my shopping list.
4.   My trip to town went safely.
5.   Some books I ordered came from Amazon yesterday.

This has not been a very good Thursday for me, but I hope your day was much better. Even though I am a bit down I took time to work creatively and so should you. No matter what the day is like creative work can lift the spirits and make things more worthwhile. I urge you to make an effort.

As a prompt, write about your position in society. You may think yourself well placed, or perhaps you are an outcast, tell us about it. If you use this prompt, please leave a link to your work in the comments below.

Thank you for visiting my blog. I would appreciate your comments and your following Chronicles.

Always,
Jo Ann