I carry a Personal Pocket Journal. It’s a small (pocket size) leather bound calendar — displaying months and weeks-at-glance. It is made by Graphic Image in Melville and available in several colors. My choice is tan.
My desk drawer is full of past year’s journals. I’m not sure why I keep them for so long.
As I contemplate a new journal for the upcoming year, I face a dilemma. I’ve come to realize that most of the journal entries are also on my phone’s calendar. I laugh to myself that this is my “double-entry calendar system”. But is it necessary?
I am used to the journal and find it comforting. I am a traditionalist in so many ways.
The other day, I bought a 2026 pocket journal - tan leather.
But the question lingers. Is it necessary?