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Purple Journal_065

Item

The page discusses personal reflections on a significant event and a day's work with friends.
Title
Purple Journal_065
Alternative Title
Purple Journal
Creator
Karen Blessen
Date
2017
Description
The journal page is handwritten in ink on lined paper. The edges of the page are decorated with colorful ribbons and small embellishments, suggesting a personalized and creative approach to journaling. The paper is bound with a patterned cover, possibly fabric or paper, featuring a floral design.
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
July 7, 2017
Anniversary of the police shootings in Dallas, one year ago. We are going to an event this evening.

July 9, 2017
Yesterday, the Piece 24 kids, Joe Stokes, Julie Crwer, and I worked on Jorge Gutierrez's murel in Deep Ellsum. Hot. 95°+ on white concrete. They got a lot done, but were all pretty worn down by 2 P.M. We packed up +
Rights
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Is Part Of
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