From the desk
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I think I bought my G.O.A.T.
We will each have to work out our own idea about what we will classify as a “greatest of all time” pen purchase. For me, it needs to be something beyond simply the most expensive pen I’ve ever bought, though it will probably be a pen that tempted me to step beyond my usual comfort… Continue reading
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September 2024 – Half a plan
Halfway through September, so I can’t really claim this entry covers planning for the month. Half a plan, then, starting with the blue-grey elephant in the photo. Would that be a new A5 planner cover? Yes, well-spotted, that is exactly what it is. And is it possible that I have already moved out of the… Continue reading
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Choosing ink
I’ve been leaning heavily into the blue inks for a while and that has been good. I particularly enjoyed using Waterman Inspired Blue in my Lamy LX Rose Gold with its extra-fine nib. More specifically, I enjoyed using it with my creative writing notebook which is a Rhodiarama A5 lined notebook. The creamy paper and… Continue reading
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Nineteen to go
I started my Silvine exercise book “challenge” a few weeks ago, and the first book has already been filled with daily journal entries. One down, nineteen to go. So what do I think? Are the signs auspicious, am I disappointed, or am I dreading the onset of boredom way before I’m through this epic stack?… Continue reading
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August 2024: There is a plan!
I am deep into my summer slump, with a distinct lack of creativity and enthusiasm washing over me. July has been quite a slog, and here, hot on its heels, comes August. The good news is, I have a plan – a plan for planning, that is – which puts me way ahead of this… Continue reading
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Je ne regrette rien
I have passed the 6-month mark using the Waterman Hemisphere L’Essence du Bleu, my Christmas present to myself, and it’s marching on towards a year since I actually bought it. High time, then, to catch up and ask myself whether or not it was a wise purchase. I already own three Hemispheres and the danger… Continue reading
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