Author Archives: Donna Davenport

My Planning Life

Almost a Decade of Planning I have been planning for more than a decade. I have been planning on paper for most of my adult life.  I love carrying around an agenda with all my events, goals and notes of … Continue reading

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14 Books You Should Read

The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald Book Description:  The Great Gatsby, F. Scott Fitzgerald’s third book, stands as the supreme achievement of his career. This exemplary novel of the Jazz Age has been acclaimed by generations of readers. The … Continue reading

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The Artful Readers Club – March’s Book Review

When It Happens to You by Molly Ringwald Review Book Description Tales of love, loss, and betrayal are at the heart of When It Happens to You, the debut story collection from actress and author Molly Ringwald. A Hollywood icon, … Continue reading

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The “Who Am I?” Journal

“Who am I? It’s a lifelong question. It’s not about labels—”I’m a mom,” or “I’m a good employee”, or “I’m a Christian.” Concentrate on moving beyond labels and appearances. It’s, “When I was born, what was the plan for my … Continue reading

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My Artist’s Way Contract

      I, Donna Davenport, commit myself to the daily process of morning pages. Additionally, I commit to a weekly artist date. I understand that these two tools are most powerful when used in conjunction, and I commit myself … Continue reading

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My Art and Soul Website

      My Art Work     My Art and Soul Website is a Blog dedicated to my personal art work from the Art Workshops that I’m learning from:  Willowing Arts, Cotton Candy Girls, Doll Dreams and more.  I will … Continue reading

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The Top 100 Inspirational Books

Top 100 Inspirational Books 1 – 10             11 – 20           21 – 40                     41 – 60         … Continue reading

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Sony Readers Book Club Chat: The Black Box by Michael Connelly

Sony Readers Book Club Chat:  The Black Box by Michael Connelly I had the opportunity to take a trip to Los Angeles, CA from February 15 – 17, 2013 for the Sony Reader VIP Book Club.  On February 16, 2013, … Continue reading

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Sony Readers Book Club Chats

I had a wonderful opportunity to be a part of a book club, that I qualified for by answering several essay questions and committed to participate in the author chats. I will take a trip in February to Calfornia for … Continue reading

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Gone Girl by Gillian Flynn

In December 7, 2012 Entertainment Weekly magazine, Reese Witherspoon wrote an article on Gillian Flynn’s Book, Gone Girl.  She was mesmerize by the suspenseful story. She found that it was one of those books that unfolded in such an addictive … Continue reading

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