Below are ten journal entries that I wrote in the earliest stages of my project, at the end of last year. These journals show my process of early songwriting and my feelings surrounding the studio phase that was yet to come. I did my reflecting about my time in the studio in my final journal entry.
#1
My first journal entry. This was written by me right after my first meeting with my mentor, Vincent Freeman.
July 24th, 2019
#2
This is a journal I wrote when I was beginning my first song. I had recently ended a relationship in my life that had been holding me down and silencing my voice for years. I was coping with my emotions through music. This is where my inspiration "lost" came from.
September 6th, 2019
#3
Here is a journal reflecting on my earliest stage of lyric writing for "lost." I remember feeling grief and sadness as I wrote these words, but also a sense of freedom and groundedness. I was reflecting on my previous years through song.
September 8th, 2019
#4
A continuation of lyric development for "lost." I reflect on my vulnerability and strength.
September 9th, 2019
#5
More lyrical reflection.
September 20th, 2019
#6
This journal is a fun spirited reflection. I had just finished recording "lost" on my microphone.
October 2nd, 2019
#7
Reflctions and the day I named my first song: "lost."
October 8th, 2019
#8
The reflection of the chorus of my second song: "home."
November 8th, 2019
#9
This journal reflects on a visit to the studio prior to my work in it.
November 17th, 2020
#10
My first day in the studio.
December 8th, 2020
and that's it! :)