Earlier today, on Facebook, Ali Edwards announced that she's chosen to do her Week in the Life project this year and the dates she's chosen are: July 25 through July 31. Disclaimer: This may be subject to change.
I don't know what has me more excited - having the dates determined or just looking forward to doing the project! I'm not one to wish time away, but I have to say, I'm looking forward to this project again this year. I've participated twice before October 2008 and April 2010. It will be nice to add a summer perspective into our series. I encourage ANYONE who has not yet participated in this particular project (and yes, it is daunting) DO IT. Really.
My first year I was beyond intimidated. I understood the value of the project but I really did not believe I was up to the task. I challenged myself to finish each day as it happened. I was planned and organized and I have to say (angels singing) I was able to complete the project without a hitch. WITHOUT A HITCH. Honest to goodness, one of the best projects I've ever done ... and completed. Nothing gives me much more pleasure than watching my friends and family enjoy my books. It makes the whole process worthwhile.
My first response when I saw the dates chosen was "oh no" since it is one of the weeks Cole is away, leaving me with three out of four kids. Only 3/4 of my potential stories! How could I possibly do a "family" album, a representation of my week and my family with one member missing? Then I realized, this is my life. With the kids so active at the ages of 15, 14, 12 and 11 this summer, there is little chance that they will be around much anyway. This is just where we are at as a family. We are going through many changes, and some growing pains. It will be a good opportunity to document some of them.
My favourite part of this project is it's authenticity. One week. Real photos. Real events. Real engagement in our life.
Knowing it is now a summer album I can decide on all the fun stuff: my colours and from there my fonts, my bling, my supplies. I can fill a project box! I am such a starter :) From there I can figure out the size of album and the scope of week. Admittedly, with Cole busy elsewhere, my most active child will not be around, but that doesn't mean it will be slow around here.
Much mulling and shopping of stash will happen between now and July.
What do you think? Will you join in and make a Week in the Life album? Will it be traditional? Hybrid? Digi? What colours are "summer" in your part of the world?
