Why choosing the right pen could make journaling easier
The best pen for you is the one that makes the act of writing and journaling easier. Let’s explore a few different types of pens.…
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Should I re-read my old journals?
The decision of whether or not to re-read and look back on your old journal entries is deeply personal.
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Remembering Frank DiOrio: Love & Loss in the Castro District
Michael donated the journals of his late partner, writer and comedian, Frank DiOrio. Here, Michael shares the story of their life together in San…
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Diary tropes in media: From Mean Girls to Bridget Jones
Pop culture loves turning journals into symbols of chaos and scandal regardless of their real-world value as historical records. Let’s take a look at…
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Three years of preserving everyday voices: Why diaries matter more than ever
Why do everyday diaries matter? As the American Diary Project turns 3, we reflect on saving ordinary voices for future generations.
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One man’s perspective on keeping a diary for 55+ years
Frank Jeff Verito has written in his diary every day since 1968. Here he explores how keeping a diary shaped his life and informed…
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In memory of the online journal (and a personal love letter to GreatestJournal)
Nikki Collister takes us on a trip down memory lane with this ode to the online journal and a personal love letter to her…
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Meet your next quick summer read: A stranger’s diary
If you are in the mood for something a little different for your next summer read, maybe it’s time to pick up someone else’s…
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What should I do with my loved one’s diaries?
Millions of people inherit their loved one’s possessions after someone passes away. Many come to find diaries and journals among the items left behind.…
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Journals and diaries are treasures of family history
Jeffrey Lindstrom, retired professor of psychology, explores how journals and diaries add color and life to genealogy research and family history projects.
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