Every morning after I’ve had coffee and breakfast and have completed my first batch of social media posting, it’s time for morning journaling. I have a tall table that sits in a bay window. There is nothing on the table, except some Russel Wright pottery, a table runner, my journals and a cat. Yes, Luxie joins me every morning. As soon as I slide into my seat, she hops up on the table, that is if she is not already up there waiting.
I have two journals. One is a bullet journal, which lists my to-dos and various other lists – like restaurants I want to eat at, challenges I’m participating in and whatever else I find the need to write down. The smaller journal is my 5 Minute Journal. It’s not the actual 5 minute journal, but a blank journal that I use for the. I actually use an app for my phone for my 5 minute journaling, but I also like writing it down. I’ve kind of tweaked it to make it work for me.
The original 5 minute journal calls for, in the morning listing 3 things you are grateful for, 3 things you are going to do to make the great and an affirmation. Then in the evening, you list 3 things that made the day amazing and what might you have done to make it better. I’ve changed it up and only do one not three things for each prompt.
It’s such a special time of the day and I feel truly blessed that I can take that time out of my day to focus on gratitude and how I’m going to approach my day. Luxie uses the time to make sure she starts her day out looking her best!
For my art photo this week, I used the Topaz Labs Impressionist plugin.
Michelle Miller says
February 1, 2017 at 10:49 pmThese shots are amazing! Seriously, Pam…have you thought about putting together a book? I could look at your photographs for days!
I’m hoping to get into bullet journaling this year, but I hesitate because I find it a bit confusing. Any tips, or can you point me somewhere that got you into it?
I might have to try that five minute journal technique.
Pam Greer says
February 2, 2017 at 2:00 pmYou are so sweet! If you google bullet journaling, there is tons of information out there!
Comedy Plus says
January 27, 2017 at 10:34 amWhat a good looking cat. What great shots too.
Have a purrfect Feline Friday. My best to your mom. ☺
stevebethere says
January 27, 2017 at 10:29 amLovely photo’s of Luxie and looking very regal I must say your royal highness heheh! 🙂
Have a royaltastic weekend 🙂
Laila and Minchie says
January 27, 2017 at 9:02 amYour journalling helper is simply gorgeous!
sarah says
January 26, 2017 at 2:41 pmI think Luxie is letting you know what she is thankful for everyday.
Kitties Blue says
January 26, 2017 at 9:15 amThis is a most exquisite still life. Such a photo wouldn’t be complete without a gorgeous cat. Thanks for always entering our blog hop. I am so jealous at how organized you are!
Robin says
January 25, 2017 at 7:13 pmIt is great that you have Luxie to snoopervise you every morning! How could anyone possibly get anything done without a kitty’s help? MOL Luxie is such a beautiful little helper. 🙂
Rosa @ Cat Lady Confidential says
January 25, 2017 at 10:07 amYou have such a cool morning routine (and such a cute assistant). I hate getting up early, so basically my routine is getting ready for work ASAP (and petting my cat for 5 minutes before I leave for work)
Harvey Button says
January 25, 2017 at 2:17 amDoesn’t Luxie look lovely there, and so ‘in charge’!
We are late doing the Sunday Selfie but we are here!
The Dash Kitten Crew
Little Binky and Granny says
January 23, 2017 at 3:09 amYou are such a good helper, Luxie. Great pictures of you too 🙂 Pawkisses for a Lovely Day 🙂 <3
Angie Rose says
January 23, 2017 at 2:15 amYou take such stunning photos Pam! Luxie is just adorable 🙂
ATCAD - Socks, Scylla,Chimera,Yin,Yang, Fenris & Tuiren says
January 22, 2017 at 7:03 pmWe are sure Luxie is a great help with your journals.
mommakatandherbearcat says
January 22, 2017 at 2:44 pmI love the routines that involve Bear … it’s nice to connect and just enjoy each other’ s presence 🙂
Erin the Cat Princess says
January 22, 2017 at 11:42 amThat is a lovely effect from the Topaz plugin, it works so well with Luxie. It is wonderful how she stays with you during that morning period, and doesn’t hassle you for anything, which some cats might… naming no names. purrs ERin
Jeanne Foguth says
January 22, 2017 at 11:05 amHave a wonderful day!
Peaches and Paprika says
January 22, 2017 at 8:14 amThese are absolutely beautiful serene photos and we loved hearing about your journaling details too. We are going to suggest to our human that she do something similar because the manifesting beautiful things by intention is a wonderful thought. Thank you also for sharing how your made the beautiful impressionistic effect.
Athena says
January 22, 2017 at 6:12 amWriting is always better with a cat around.
Great photo!
Purrs xx
Athena and Marie
Cathy says
January 22, 2017 at 1:45 amAw! Luxie is growing up to be an even more beautiful lady cat! 🙂 So sweet.
Ann says
January 21, 2017 at 7:47 pmWhat a delightful spot to spend time with Luxie and writing in your journal.
Ellen Pilch says
January 21, 2017 at 6:09 pmLuxie is always looking her best, she is beautiful. I am sure she makes a great writing “mews” too.
The Island Cats says
January 21, 2017 at 6:00 pmYou have the purrfect helper for your journaling.
Caren Gittleman says
January 21, 2017 at 4:19 pmThose photos of Luxie are simply STUNNING!!! I admire your dedication to keeping journals. Years ago I religiously kept a journal, I should seriously consider doing that again! I love the one that you do with daily affirmations and all.
Marjie says
January 20, 2017 at 6:56 pmIt’s great that you have a journaling helper there.