And an addition to the links...

It looks cool, I'll have to check it out!

This is so funny, I actually checked this out at the library two weeks ago and renewed it today! It is SO good that I really want it for my personal bookshelf!

Ali, I checked out Lain's website you mentioned on your blog, and guess what? I won a copy of Visual Chronicles because, being the "blog reader" that I am, I knew about Beth Proudfoots mouth and Cathy Z's ice skating days etc. So I guess I should thank you also! Can't wait to get it! Cindy

Thank you for the link and thank you ...for the wonderful weekly inspiring read :)

I've had that book for over a year now and I cant recommend it highly enough.
And my manifesto is on the header of my blog - "She makes her art about life and her life about art".

Who knew? Apparently I've had a personal manifesto for years and years. It in fact started in High School but became more fully developed about 5 yrs after I was married when my dear Frog was diagnosed with MS.I even have my blog titled with my manifesto www.llttfandjb@blogspot.com. Who knew my little personal power words were so very defining of who I am, and what I am now becoming? Love, Laugh, Tickles, Teases, Frogs and Jelly Beans

I DO love that book... glad to see you share it!

Thank you for all the information. Hopefully, this weekend I'll find time to browse those sites.
Thanks, also, for AEzine. I love it and look forward to it each week. Always an inspiration. In fact I used it as a suggestion in an Inspiration Swap.
Sue

I love Linda Woods...I had the pleasure of meeting her at CHA recently and I just adore her! Their book is phenomenal and I just can't wait for their new one coming up in a few months! I was originally drawn to their blog several months ago when you first linked them to your blog a while back. Ever since then I've been a regular visitor of their blog too. Those girls have it right! I love their art and the way they inspire others!

I have this book, and I just love it.. hugs Ali.. and so so glad you and Simon met your goals.. woohoOoooooo!!!!!! hugs to you this sunny Feb day! here in MN anyways!

I like your motto ;-) As an English teacher, that'd drive me crazy, but it's nothing you could control...so embrace it!!

Bonjour Ali!
I added your badge on my blog, for helping Simon.
I hope it could help you.
Merci for sharing the manifesto challenge, it's so passionating!
Have a great weekend!
Prolix (Audrey)
{ThE fReNcH tOuCh}
http://prolix.typepad.fr

I worked my personal word for 2007, RISK, into my creative manifesto
Live Without Barriers, Create Without Barriers
now I just need to create something to document it and hang it in my studio
Thanks Ali for a wonderful challenge, Linda

hey ali :) abc news is featuring autism tonight... i'm on the east coast so you might be able to catch it :)

I went to amazon and looked at the book and decided to treat myself! I realized that I haven't bought a book in a while and that I deserve not only one but two (I also bought Keri Smith's Living Out Loud). They should be here in a couple weeks and I can't wait. Thanks!

I don't know about 'fear' in creative crafts, more 'fear' in everything - but I'll check it out, thanks for the tip.
Cheers

thanks for the info!
cheers&blessings,
erin

Hi Ali,
I bought this book back in December... it totally rocks!!!
peace.
millicentB

Ali,
this could be a great topic for an AEzine = how to create art journals... I actually have this book, but I haven't ventured into the world of art journals yet--seems too difficult??

i am a big time visual chronicles fan here...and cant wait for their next book. Linda says they are done with it...HOORAY!!!