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Purple Journal_049

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The page discusses themes of letting go and making no plans, reflecting on personal challenges and decisions.
Title
Purple Journal_049
Alternative Title
Purple Journal
Creator
Karen Blessen
Date
2017
Description
The page is from a lined notebook with handwritten text. The paper appears to be white, and the handwriting is in black ink. There is no visible collage or pencil artwork on this page. The edges of the page are slightly frayed, and the paper is held in place by a decorative ribbon or bookmark on the right side.
Identifier
016_061717-122517_purple_journal
Dates Completed
June 17, 2017 - Dec. 25, 2017
Keywords
Purple; Prince; June 7; Blank journal; Barnes and Noble; 2016–2017; Trump election; 29 Pieces; Funding crisis; Board realities; Come to Jesus moment; Remote work; Gut punches; Dana moves; Emotional loss; Political uncertainty; Life necessities; Calling the angels; Unshakeable faith; State of Contentment; Sacred feminine; Tramadol; Pleasing Daddy; Embodying HER; Yayoi Kusama; Frida Kahlo; Missing Barbara Boster; Mantrams for Trump; Anger chart; Charlottesville; Compassionate Path; Critical Path; Chronic hip pain; Angst and joy; Friendship and forgiveness; NYC trip; Times Square BID; Women artists; Left vs. right hand writing; No backyard studio
Transcription
"Give up I and Mine. Make no plans."
There are days when I could see myself walking away from all I call 'mine.'
That's a tough list though. Of 'mine.'
A house I love
A car.
Staff.
A Pillow
"Give up I and Mine. Make no plans."
Giving up plans. I can do that. Makes it hard to do the requisite made my 3+5 yr. plans for a non-profit.
Rights
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