Journals

"She Found Her Peace." 

Inspired by:  Bertha von Suttner

On 10.Dec.1905, Bertha von Suttner made HERstory as the first Woman to receive the Nobel Peace Prize. A fearless writer, activist, and advocate for peace, Bertha challenged the status quo in a world where Women were expected to be seen, not heard. Her groundbreaking 1889 novel, Lay Down Your Arms, helped make her a leading voice in the international peace movement.

She dared to speak. She dared to challenge. She dared to believe that peace was possible.

This is for all the Girls and Women who are searching (or perhaps have already found) their PEACE. Peace comes in many forms. Your peace may be radically different than anyone else's. That's OK! In fact, that's pretty awesome. Create your own peace, and make it look as cool or messy as you like. Then, revel in it... every, single day.

Let her story inspire yours. Let there be peace.

** Scan QR code on back to discover HERstory. **

• • Each journal has a slightly "hidden" date in the design; find the date, then scan the QR code on the back cover to discover HERstory!
  • The journal has a soft-cover, elegant gold spirals, 60 college-ruled sheets (120 pages) with a digital print of my original mixed media painting.
  • The journal measures 5.5(w) x 8.5(h) (it's sized to throw in your purse or backpack so you can jot down notes and essential tidbits at any time!)

"She Found Her Peace." 

Inspired by:  Bertha von Suttner

On 10.Dec.1905, Bertha von Suttner made HERstory as the first Woman to receive the Nobel Peace Prize. A fearless writer, activist, and advocate for peace, Bertha challenged the status quo in a world where Women were expected to be seen, not heard. Her groundbreaking 1889 novel, Lay Down Your Arms, helped make her a leading voice in the international peace movement.

She dared to speak. She dared to challenge. She dared to believe that peace was possible.

This is for all the Girls and Women who are searching (or perhaps have already found) their PEACE. Peace comes in many forms. Your peace may be radically different than anyone else's. That's OK! In fact, that's pretty awesome. Create your own peace, and make it look as cool or messy as you like. Then, revel in it... every, single day.

Let her story inspire yours. Let there be peace.

** Scan QR code on back to discover HERstory. **

• • Each journal has a slightly "hidden" date in the design; find the date, then scan the QR code on the back cover to discover HERstory!
  • The journal has a soft-cover, elegant gold spirals, 60 college-ruled sheets (120 pages) with a digital print of my original mixed media painting.
  • The journal measures 5.5(w) x 8.5(h) (it's sized to throw in your purse or backpack so you can jot down notes and essential tidbits at any time!)

“She lived happily ever after in her own castle that she tended with her own money, and she took care of herself… the end.”

Inspired by Janet Yellen: 

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• The journal has a soft-cover, elegant gold spirals, 60 college-ruled sheets (120 pages) with a digital print of my original mixed media painting.
• The journal measures 5.5(w) x 8.5(h) (it's sized to throw in your purse or backpack so you can jot down notes and essential tidbits at any time!)
• Each journal has a slightly "hidden" date in the design; find the date, then scan the QR code on the back cover to discover HERstory!

Your girl will be reminded of how strong, self-sufficient, and freakin' powerful she is every time she looks at the cover...

"People Will Stare. Make It Worth Their While."

Inspired by Coco Chanel: 

** Scan QR code on back to discover HERstory. **

• Each journal has a slightly "hidden" date in the design; find the date, then scan the QR code on the back cover to discover HERstory!
• The journal has a soft-cover, elegant gold spirals, 60 college-ruled sheets (120 pages) with a digital print of my original mixed media painting.
• The journal measures 5.5(w) x 8.5(h) (it's sized to throw in your purse or backpack so you can jot down notes and essential tidbits at any time!)

“Just Call Me Cancer-Slaying Warrior Ninja Goddess."

Inspired by: Sabrina Spencer, PhD

On 01.Jul.2018, Sabrina Spencer, PhD made HERstory when she secured a highly competitive Research Scholar Grant from the American Cancer Society. With this award, Dr. Spencer launched groundbreaking work to unlock how cancer cells divide and, ultimately, how to stop them. Her vision is as fearless as it is focused: to develop strategies that shut down cancer’s growth and pave the way to a cure.

Dr. Spencer’s achievement is more than a milestone in science. It’s a powerful reminder of what happens when Women lead with brilliance, courage, & determination. She’s not just studying cancer. She’s working to SLAY it.

• The journal has a soft-cover, elegant gold spirals, 60 college-ruled sheets (120 pages) with a digital print of my original mixed media painting.
• The journal measures 5.5(w) x 8.5(h) (it's sized to throw in your purse or backpack so you can jot down notes and essential tidbits at any time!)
• Each journal has a slightly "hidden" date in the design; find the date, then scan the QR code on the back cover to discover HERstory!

Your friend will be uber INSPIRED every time she looks at the cover... and she will be reminded of how brave and awesome she really is.

“Just Call Me Cancer-Slaying Warrior Ninja Fuc$!ng Goddess."

Inspired by: Sabrina Spencer, PhD

On 01.Jul.2018, Sabrina Spencer, PhD made HERstory when she secured a highly competitive Research Scholar Grant from the American Cancer Society. With this award, Dr. Spencer launched groundbreaking work to unlock how cancer cells divide and, ultimately, how to stop them. Her vision is as fearless as it is focused: to develop strategies that shut down cancer’s growth and pave the way to a cure.

Dr. Spencer’s achievement is more than a milestone in science. It’s a powerful reminder of what happens when Women lead with brilliance, courage, & determination. She’s not just studying cancer. She’s working to SLAY it.

• The journal has a soft-cover, elegant gold spirals, 60 college-ruled sheets (120 pages) with a digital print of my original mixed media painting.
• The journal measures 5.5(w) x 8.5(h) (it's sized to throw in your purse or backpack so you can jot down notes and essential tidbits at any time!)
• Each journal has a slightly "hidden" date in the design; find the date, then scan the QR code on the back cover to discover HERstory!

Your friend will be uber INSPIRED every time she looks at the cover... and she will be reminded of how brave and awesome she really is.

"Not Everyone Thinks I'm Amazing and Magical. They're Wrong Though."

Inspired by:  Major Christine Mau - HERstory at 30,000 Feet ✈️🔥

** Scan QR code on back to discover HERstory. **

• Each journal has a slightly "hidden" date in the design; find the date, then scan the QR code on the back cover to discover HERstory!
• The journal has a soft-cover, elegant gold spirals, 60 college-ruled sheets (120 pages) with a digital print of my original mixed media painting.
• The journal measures 5.5(w) x 8.5(h) (it's sized to throw in your purse or backpack so you can jot down notes and essential tidbits at any time!)

"Madame President in the Making. Because Somebody's Gotta Fix This Sh!t."

Inspired by: Shirley Chisholm: Unbought, Unbossed, and Unstoppable

Born on November 30, 1924, Shirley Chisholm didn’t just break barriers; she smashed them in heels and with a mic drop.💥

She was the first Black Woman elected to the U.S. Congress, the first Black person to run for a major-party presidential nomination, and the first Woman to seek the Democratic Party's nod for President. Trailblazer? That doesn’t even begin to cover it.

Shirley once said, “I want to be remembered as a Woman… who dared to be a catalyst for change.”
Well guess what? She wasn’t just a catalyst, she was the whole spark plug.🔥

HERstory wouldn’t be the same without her. And neither would ours. ♀️👑

** Scan QR code on back to discover HERstory. **

• Each journal has a slightly "hidden" date in the design; find the date, then scan the QR code on the back cover to discover HERstory!
• The journal has a soft-cover, elegant gold spirals, 60 college-ruled sheets (120 pages) with a digital print of my original mixed media painting.
• The journal measures 5.5(w) x 8.5(h) (it's sized to throw in your purse or backpack so you can jot down notes and essential tidbits at any time!)

"Madame President in the Making. Because Somebody's Gotta Fix This Sh!t."

Inspired by: Victoria Woodhull for President... Before It Was Even “Allowed” 💅

On May 10, 1872, Victoria Woodhull said, “Why wait for permission?” and ran for President of the United States, becoming the first Woman ever to do it. She didn’t just break the rules; she rewrote the playbook as the Equal Rights Party’s fierce, unapologetic candidate. 💥

This was 48 years before Women could even vote. So yeah, iconic doesn’t even begin to cover it. She paved the way for every Woman who’s dared to dream bigger, run harder, and speak louder.

Victoria didn’t just make HERstory—she made the future possible. 👑♀️

** Scan QR code on back to discover HERstory. **

• Each journal has a slightly "hidden" date in the design; find the date, then scan the QR code on the back cover to discover HERstory!
• The journal has a soft-cover, elegant gold spirals, 60 college-ruled sheets (120 pages) with a digital print of my original mixed media painting.
• The journal measures 5.5(w) x 8.5(h) (it's sized to throw in your purse or backpack so you can jot down notes and essential tidbits at any time!)

"Some Girls Fear the Fire. Some Girls Become It."

Inspired by:  Sylvia Mendez: The Girl Who Took On Segregation... And Won 💪🔥

Imagine being just 8 years old and helping knock down racist school rules. That’s exactly what Sylvia Mendez did. ⚡️

Back in the 1940s, Sylvia and thousands of other Mexican-American kids in California were forced to go to separate, run-down schools just because of their heritage. 🚫✏️ Sylvia’s parents, Gonzalo and Felicitas, weren’t having it. They teamed up with other families and sued four school districts in a case called Mendez v. Westminster. ⚖️

The odds were stacked against them. Schools claimed Hispanic kids “couldn’t speak English.” 🙄 But Sylvia and other kids proved that was just an excuse to shut them out. Sylvia’s family and their community fought hard, and they won. 🏆 California had to desegregate its schools, paving the way for the whole country.

On January 19, 1948, Sylvia and her siblings were finally allowed to attend the all-white 17th Street Elementary School. But it wasn’t easy. She faced cruel words and ugly stares. But she didn’t back down because she knew her family had fought too hard for her to quit. 💥 She stayed strong and opened doors for thousands who came after her.

Sylvia Mendez reminds us: Real change doesn’t come easy — but it starts when ordinary people stand up and say “NO MORE.” 🔥🙌♀️

** Scan QR code on back to discover HERstory. **

• Each journal has a slightly "hidden" date in the design; find the date, then scan the QR code on the back cover to discover HERstory!
• The journal has a soft-cover, elegant gold spirals, 60 college-ruled sheets (120 pages) with a digital print of my original mixed media painting.
• The journal measures 5.5(w) x 8.5(h) (it's sized to throw in your purse or backpack so you can jot down notes and essential tidbits at any time!)

"Chin Up, Buttercup. The Patriarchy Won't Slay Itself."

Inspired by: The 1915 NYC Suffrage March

On 23.Oct.1915, more than 25,000 Women marched up Fifth Avenue in New York City, demanding the right to vote. It was the largest Women’s march the city had ever seen... bold, unapologetic, and impossible to ignore.

The New York Times responded with a warning:

"If Women are granted the suffrage, they will demand all the rights that implies. It is not possible to think of Women as soldiers, police patrolmen, or firemen."

Yes, that was printed.
Yes, they said the quiet part out loud.
Yes, we’ve come a long way, but there’s still more to fight for.

Let’s remember the power of collective action and the courage it takes to demand the rights we deserve.♀️♀️♀️

** Scan QR code on back to discover HERstory. **

• Each journal has a slightly "hidden" date in the design; find the date, then scan the QR code on the back cover to discover HERstory!
• The journal has a soft-cover, elegant gold spirals, 60 college-ruled sheets (120 pages) with a digital print of my original mixed media painting.
• The journal measures 5.5(w) x 8.5(h) (it's sized to throw in your purse or backpack so you can jot down notes and essential tidbits at any time!)

"Leaving a Trail of Fuc$!ng Magic Wherever I Go."

Inspired by Kate Sheppard: The Woman Who Made HERstory in New Zealand

Kate Sheppard was a fearless force for change and the leading voice of New Zealand’s women’s suffrage movement. Born in Liverpool, England, on 10.March.1848, Kate emigrated to New Zealand in 1868 and wasted no time making an impact.

As a prominent leader in the Women’s Christian Temperance Union New Zealand (WCTU NZ), Kate used her position as National Superintendent for Franchise and Legislation to champion women's right to vote. Her tireless advocacy and strategic leadership made her the most renowned suffragist in the country’s history.

Thanks to her efforts, New Zealand became the first self-governing country in the world to grant women the right to vote in national elections, paving the way for equality movements around the globe.

Kate didn’t just make history; She made HERstory. ♀️♀️♀️

** Scan QR code on back to discover HERstory. **

• Each journal has a slightly "hidden" date in the design; find the date, then scan the QR code on the back cover to discover HERstory!
• The journal has a soft-cover, elegant gold spirals, 60 college-ruled sheets (120 pages) with a digital print of my original mixed media painting.
• The journal measures 5.5(w) x 8.5(h) (it's sized to throw in your purse or backpack so you can jot down notes and essential tidbits at any time!)

"If They Don't Give You a Seat at the Table, Bring a Folding Chair."

Inspiration: Shirley Chisholm was born on 30.November.1924, & she transformed HERstory. As the 1st Black Woman elected to the U.S. Congress, the 1st Black candidate for a major-party nomination for President of the United States, & the 1st Woman to run for the Democratic Party's nomination, she inspired countless individuals. “I want to be remembered as a Woman... who dared to be a catalyst for change.” She was that and more! ♀️♀️♀️

** Scan QR code on back to discover HERstory. **

• Each journal has a slightly "hidden" date in the design; find the date, then scan the QR code on the back cover to discover HERstory!
• The journal has a soft-cover, elegant gold spirals, 60 college-ruled sheets (120 pages) with a digital print of my original mixed media painting.
• The journal measures 5.5(w) x 8.5(h) (it's sized to throw in your purse or backpack so you can jot down notes and essential tidbits at any time!)stat

“Not Playing the Game... Changing the Game.”

Inspired by Shirley Chisholm. Shirley Chisolm was born on 30.November.1924, & she transformed HERstory. As the 1st Black Woman elected to the U.S. Congress, the 1st Black candidate for a major-party nomination for President of the United States, & the 1st Woman to run for the Democratic Party's nomination, she inspired countless individuals. “I want to be remembered as a Woman... who dared to be a catalyst for change.” She was that and more! ♀️♀️♀️

** Peek inside or scan QR code on back to discover HERstory. **

• Each journal has a slightly "hidden" date in the design; find the date, then scan the QR code on the back cover to discover HERstory!
• The journal has a soft-cover, elegant gold spirals, 60 college-ruled sheets (120 pages) with a digital print of my original mixed media painting.
• The journal measures 5.5(w) x 8.5(h) (it's sized to throw in your purse or backpack so you can jot down notes and essential tidbits at any time!)

"Sugar and Spice and Equal F@&king Rights."

Inspiration: On 05.10.1872, Victoria Woodhull boldly made HERstory by becoming the first Woman to run for President of the United States as the candidate for the Equal Rights Party. Her groundbreaking achievement paved the way for future generations. Yes, she did! ♀️♀️♀️

** Scan QR code on back to discover HERstory. **

• Each journal has a slightly "hidden" date in the design; find the date, then scan the QR code on the back cover to discover HERstory!
• The journal has a soft-cover, elegant gold spirals, 60 college-ruled sheets (120 pages) with a digital print of my original mixed media painting.
• The journal measures 5.5(w) x 8.5(h) (it's sized to throw in your purse or backpack so you can jot down notes and essential tidbits at any time!)

“I'm Not Bossy. I Have Impeccable Leadership Skills.”

Inspiration: On 07.28.1866, Beatrix Potter was born. Before becoming a successful author in a time when women weren't even allowed to vote, Beatrix had a passion & talent for botany. She wanted to pursue her passion professionally, but faced continual rejection because she was a Woman. She started writing & illustrating children's stories, with her 1st book being "The Tale of Peter Rabbit". Twenty more successful books followed. Beatrix was a savvy entrepreneur, patenting the Peter Rabbit doll in 1903. But, she wasn't done yet. She used her self-made fortune to buy a small farm & became a champion sheep breeder. Beatrix made HERstory in 1943 by becoming the 1st Woman Pres of the Herdwick Sheep Breeder's Assoc. Take that! ♀️♀️♀️

** Scan QR code on back to discover HERstory. **

• Each journal has a slightly "hidden" date in the design; find the date, then scan the QR code on the back cover to discover HERstory!
• The journal has a soft-cover, elegant gold spirals, 60 college-ruled sheets (120 pages) with a digital print of my original mixed media painting.
• The journal measures 5.5(w) x 8.5(h) (it's sized to throw in your purse or backpack so you can jot down notes and essential tidbits at any time!)

Your girl or lady will be uber INSPIRED every time she looks at the cover... and she will be reminded of how amazing she really is.

“Sometimes You Gotta Rock to Your Own Rainbow... No Matter the Color.”

So... don't you know someone who lives their life in a sparkling array of rainbows? Someone who exudes a very COLORFUL spirit every time you meet them? Someone who has a spirit unlike ANYONE ELSE and isn't afraid to revel in it?! This journal was made just for that person.

• The journal has a soft-cover, elegant gold spirals, 60 college-ruled sheets (120 pages) with a digital print of my original mixed media painting.
• The journal measures 5.5(w) x 8.5(h) (it's sized to throw in your purse or backpack so you can jot down notes and essential tidbits at any time!)
• Each journal has a slightly "hidden" date in the design; find the date, then scan the QR code on the back cover to discover HERstory!

a girl like me... “Sometimes You Gotta Throw on Your Crown & Remind Them Who They're Dealing With." 

So... don't you know a woman who RULES the world simply by being in it? The kind of woman who sometimes gets overlooked initially, perhaps judged as being a bit weak or fragile. Well, stand back... this woman has a bold personality full of zeal and energy. And, if she throws on her crown, you better stand clear. She's about to remind you who you're dealing with.  This cool journal will remind your girlfriend, sister, mother, daughter, or friend every single day what a QUEEN she really is... walking through life all on her own... building her own castle... and proudly wearing her crown... because that's the way she likes it. 

• The journal has a soft-cover, elegant gold spirals, 60 college-ruled sheets (120 pages) with a digital print of my original mixed media painting.
• The journal measures 5.5(w) x 8.5(h) (it's sized to throw in your purse or backpack so you can jot down notes and essential tidbits at any time!)
• Each journal has a slightly "hidden" date in the design; find the date, then scan the QR code on the back cover to discover HERstory!

Your girl will be reminded of how strong, self-sufficient, and freakin' powerful she is every time she looks at the cover...

a girl like me... “Bloom. Wild and Free." 

So... this is for all the young ladies and women out there who have a bit of gypsy or boho in their soul... and a love for all things flowers. Bloom... wild and free!

• The journal has a soft-cover, elegant gold spirals, 60 college-ruled sheets (120 pages) with a digital print of my original mixed media painting.
• The journal measures 5.5(w) x 8.5(h) (it's sized to throw in your purse or backpack so you can jot down notes and essential tidbits at any time!)
• Each journal has a slightly "hidden" date in the design; find the date, then scan the QR code on the back cover to discover HERstory!

Your girl will be reminded of how wild, free, and freakin' awesome she is every time she peeks at the cover.

a girl like me... “Sometimes You Gotta Be a Beauty and a Beast."

So... this is for all the ballerinas (or aspiring ballerinas) who understand that along with the perfect twirls, flawless pirouettes, and beautifully coiffed hair, you also often need to be a beast. Twirl on! 

• The journal has a soft-cover, elegant gold spirals, 60 college-ruled sheets (120 pages) with a digital print of my original mixed media painting.
• The journal measures 5.5(w) x 8.5(h) (it's sized to throw in your purse or backpack so you can jot down notes and essential tidbits at any time!)
• Each journal has a slightly "hidden" date in the design; find the date, then scan the QR code on the back cover to discover HERstory!