Prior to traveling, I try to prep pages for my journals. I had a different approach this year due to my obsession with cola pens. Using spray inks (LOVE the intensity and vibrancy of the colors), found fodder (and there is plenty of interesting things to find in China), India ink and gel pens, I was able to capture my trip to the Middle Kingdom in a whole new way.

As I reflect back on such a mind-bending, life-changing trip, I am infinitely grateful that I am someone that loves to journal, both visually and with the written word. I simply love living a documented life!