I spent a while this afternoon – one of my late summer pastimes now that the weather isn’t so terribly hot – in my hammock, reading Bella Grace for some journaling inspiration. I love relaxing in the hammock, just enjoying the air and the late afternoon sun, reading, and thinking. ...
Category: Journal
Carol’s Chronicles – October, 2020Carol’s Chronicles – October, 2020

Join me as I chronicle what's going on at Oaks and Magnolias this month. Everything is coming up pumpkins... ...
Carol’s Chronicles – September 2020Carol’s Chronicles – September 2020

Join me as I chronicle the things we do, the things we like and don't like, and everything connected with living a full life. ...
Carol’s Chronicles – August, 2020Carol’s Chronicles – August, 2020

The August edition of Carol's Chronicles is up! Check in and see what's new, garden developments, and how we are managing in the extra hot weather we're having right now... ...
Carol’s ChroniclesCarol’s Chronicles

Join me as I "chonicle" my activities and chat about what's happening here at Oaks and Magn ...
Back to the Garden – a Summer Solstice UpdateBack to the Garden – a Summer Solstice Update

Join me as we visit my backyard garden again. I've got updates and progress reports on the tomato plant and all my other "experiments!" ...
Living Through the Coronavirus Pandemic? Record your Story and be a part of History. Here’s how…Living Through the Coronavirus Pandemic? Record your Story and be a part of History. Here’s how…

Just updated this week with new information and resources! Here's your chance to be part of recorded history! Submit your journal to one of these archival projects and your story will be saved for future generations. ...
What’s in a Name?What’s in a Name?

Wonder why I named the blog Oaks and Magnolias? Find out why... ...
Journaling Writer’s Block? Inspiration is on the way!Journaling Writer’s Block? Inspiration is on the way!

I'm sharing more reasons for journaling, ways to get started, and some great journals and other sources of inspiration. ...
5 Great Reasons to Keep a Journal5 Great Reasons to Keep a Journal

I love journaling, and I think you will, too. Find out why it's great, and see a couple of my choices that will help make it a super easy experience. ...