Sometimes, in order to be a creative risk-taker, you need the right supplies.
Last weekend, I was having a little coffee and breakfast with my birth mom, Martha. Towards the end of our catch-up, I said we had to scoot next door because I wanted to buy a new notebook from the paper and scrapbooking store.
Sometimes a new notebook with silver dots against a seafoam background is what you need to live a creative risk-taking life. To enhance the effect, I also needed some Le Pens. These are small writing instruments with fine, marker-tipped points that you can clip easily to the spiral of the notebook. Sublime.
Let's be honest, I also needed some Gelly Roll pens in multiple colors. I used the purple one to take fluid notes during a parent phone-call yesterday, and it really enhanced the experience. When I think about next steps for that child this morning, I'll use the pen to write my thoughts, and I'll probably come up with more creative ideas for a good outcome because of the Gelly. I'll probably switch colors to distinguish between my initial notes and my solution-seeking notes. It'll be amazing.
I have thin tipped Sharpies to color code my calendar, but I'm guessing your note taking is more creative.
ReplyDeleteI have always loved having different colored pens and pencils. When you were growing up, I would color code the calendar. Now in retirement, I stil find myself inspired by a good pen and better able to buckle down and do lists and paperwork. Though now, I find that the computer has taken over most of this which is why I enjoy using pages on my iPad. Mom
ReplyDelete