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Purple Journal_118

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The journal page reflects personal reflections and observations, including a note about a difficult year and a list of traits associated with someone named Leonardo.
Title
Purple Journal_118
Alternative Title
Purple Journal
Creator
Karen Blessen
Date
2017
Description
The page is from a lined notebook with handwritten entries. The left page contains a dated entry, while the right page lists traits and characteristics. The handwriting appears to be ink, and there are no visible collages or pencil marks. The page is adorned with decorative ribbons at the bottom, adding a personal touch.
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
Left page:
Nov. 28, 2017
Terrible dreams - 4, 1 thing.
In all, I was in danger, hunted by someone wanting to do me harm. Probably from taking Ambien while in N.Y. and now our of it/no more.
So:
Shitty mood. 2017 has been so filled with negative energy - political scene, sexual assult, violence, turbulence in 29 Pieces, it's been hard to stay in equilibrium.

Right page:
I am reading the bio of Leonardo. I find a kindered soul:
He:
Loved velvet + dressing
Was a vegetarian
Loved animals
Was curious
Was kind
Hated violence
Was quirky
did not have children, yet loved to mentor.
Loved pagentry + the big show.
Bore grudges
Rights
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