It has been said that keeping a journal can help make one become grateful as it will call to mind daily blessings.
And it is possible that daily happenings can bring more joy to our lives than we would expect. While pizza on Friday night with LB or a day off from work may not seem memorable to some, looking back on these daily occurrences may actually bring great pleasure.
Because journaling can take a great deal of time, a possible solution would be to keep a journal and write down just a sentence (or two) to record your prominent memories of the day. The idea came from a blog I read called Foxy’s Domestic Side. She writes a monthly recap using just a sentence (or two) for each day of said month.
In an article I recently read, writer Jessica Stillman poses the question:
Can writing Just a Sentence a Day Make You Happier?
Citing Author Gretchen Rubin, she writes, “You might think such short entries aren’t enough to make any difference in your life, but Rubin insists that this idea is both manageable and impactful. “One sentence is enough. When I look back on it years later, that one sentence really does keep memories vivid–it really does bring back the past–which is one of the things you really want a journal to do,” she says.” (source).
If I were to recap April using a sentence per day, my journal may look something like this:
1 Easter Sunday means remembering Jesus and spending time with Family.
2 Monday It was a great weekend filled with activities!
3 Tuesday I love springtime.
4 Tuesday “Giant Steps are What You Take Walking on the Moon” ~ The Police
Watched a crreepy movie with LB… TITAN (fictional story about preparing for life on one of Saturn’s Moons).
5 Wednesday My Quarterly Mary Kay Order arrived today.
6 Friday The Usual Friday Dinner and A Movie Date Night.
#LittlePizzasandLookWho’sTalking
7 Saturday Cleaning my closet is good for my soul.
#3HeftyBagsFull
8 Sunday I love to have dinner with Friends at La Nopolera!
9 Monday Peace and quiet all alone at the office today.
#EveryonesOffButMe
10 Tuesday Apparently I like yellow.
11 Wednesday There is a lake in my yard.
12 Thursday Give me a sign.
13 “It’s Friday the 13th. Just a warning before you make any weekend arrangements for wood cabins by lake.” ~unknown.
Little pizzas and movie with LB. Not a Jason flick.
14 Saturday It’s going to be a long weekend!
#iHaveMondayOff!
15 Sunday Help me Rhonda!
16 Monday Brunch in St. Augustine is the best.
17 Tuesday Back to work I go.
18 Wednesday I’m thankful for my job.
19 Thursday I Love baking.
20 Friday I usually have a doppelganger.
21 Saturday I’ve ordered my Kentucky Derby hat!
22 Sunday It’s a perfect day for a Bird Rescue and a Ballet Recital.
Today LB and I enjoyed both.
23 Monday Hi Ho Hi Ho its off to work I go.
24 Tuesday Gardening is good for you.
And that is just what I did after work today. Thank you for the amaryllis Wendy!
25 Wednesday She said, soo… do you have any new ducks at your house?
While walking around outside looking at flowers, Lydia inquired about the possibility of Glammy having any new toy (rubber) ducks.
So I ordered some ducks.
26 Thursday The lady behind me is an owl.
At The Voice of Romance Tour 2018 Johnny Mathis, a fan was heard to say “WOO” several times per song.
27 Friday I’m feeling like a Loser but that’s okay.
28 Saturday Dinner @ Olé with a side of karaoke.
I didn’t post my review of the Atlantic Boulevard Restaurant, but I won’t likely visit again.
29 Sunday Mulch Makes it Better.
30 Monday I’d rather be at the beach.
Although one sentence may be enough, occasionally I feel I need to elaborate with hashtags, links, and a picture here and there. I agree that it is a good idea to remember and appreciate the little things in life.
Thank you for taking time out of your day to stop by my blog.
