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Do You Keep a Diary?

Annie Scudder — Fri, 14 Jan 2011 12:00:12 PST

My mom and my grandmother are two of the most dedicated diary writers I know. For decades they have written a few sentences describing what they did for each day of the year. It's a tedious task, but the best part is that they can say, "I wonder what I was doing on this day in 1975," and actually find an answer!

Considering that my mom and grandma also happen to be very bright in my opinion, a new study confirms what I should have already known: keeping a diary makes you smarter. The study found that when students recorded their anxieties in a journal, they scored better on tests. And in 2011, diaries don't have to be made of paper. There are tons of apps for smartphones or iPads that can help you keep a document of your life. Despite all these options, though, I have to admit that I'm not very good at keeping a journal. I tend to only write in my diary when something is making me frustrated or upset, so it ends up being less of a record of my life and more of a record of my rantings.

What about you?

Source: Flickr User Magic Madzik

10 Famous Diaries by Women

TresSugar — Wed, 22 Sep 2010 16:00:04 PDT

Today's not just the first day of Fall, but it's also Dear Diary Day. Rather than publish my memoirs here, I thought I'd sample some historical and present-day journals that went from spiral notebook to bound book.

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Dear Poll: Has Anyone Ever Read Your Diary?

DearSugar — Fri, 09 Jan 2009 06:00:00 PST

I'm a big proponent of journaling, but let's face it, keeping a diary was a lot easier as a teen, or pre-teen even, than it is now. When emotions run rampant or you simply need a way to clear your head, writing it all down in a diary can be great solace. A journal will always be an incredibly private possession, so if it were to get into the wrong person's hands, trouble and embarrassment could easily ensue. I think we all know better now, but ladies, tell me, has anyone ever read your diary before?

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Website of the Day: Diary

GeekSugar — Fri, 05 Sep 2008 11:00:48 PDT

Personal blogs are a tricky business; while they're great for blowing off steam or having a creative outlet, not everyone is comfortable sharing that much about themselves. But sometimes you want to be so personal, and if most of your life can be handled at your computer screen, why shouldn't you be able to record your deepest thoughts?

Diary is the answer - set up like a blog, with all the options to upload pictures, galleries, videos, and most importantly, your innermost thoughts - but it's all private, just for you. Of course, it wouldn't be Web 2.0 if you didn't have the option to make it public. Just be careful of the TMI factor.

To learn how to post your favorite websites to our Website of the Day group,

I know that this long list looks scary, but trust me, once you get the hang of it, it'll be a snap the second time around.

First of all, join the Website of the Day group.
Click the pink "Share" menu on the top left side of the page.
Choose "Blog" and “Regular Post.”
Give your story a “Title.”
Fill in the “Body” with a link to your favorite website and the reasons why you love it.
Click “Next."
Choose the audience for your story to “Website of the Day” in the drop-down menu
Add keyword(s) (for example mine for this photo was "Website of the Day").
Change channel to “Technology and Gadgets.”
Fill in tag field with relevant tags.
Click “I’m done” to submit content.

So join the Website of the Day group and share information about all your favorite sites! Yours just might end up on the geeksugar homepage!

Dear Poll: Have You Ever Read a Friend's Diary?

DearSugar — Fri, 29 Aug 2008 12:00:00 PDT

Since so many of you admitted to snooping, I thought I'd take it one step further. In this crazy world we all live in, it seems that writing in a journal is one of the only times where we can be truly one with our feelings; to write out our deepest and darkest secrets and innermost thoughts. It should go without saying that someones journal or diary is a very private, sacred possession yet so many people jump at the opportunity to turn the pages of someone else's sentiments. I understand that certain desperate situations call for that invasion of privacy, but tell me, have you ever read a friend's diary out of mere curiosity?

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Found! The Musings of Some "Syco"

GiggleSugar — Thu, 01 May 2008 11:00:00 PDT

Sheesh! Just eat the damn nachos and get on with it already.

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Conan Writes Off Jennifer Connelly

GiggleSugar — Mon, 19 Nov 2007 08:00:00 PST

Will Conan quit with the damn diary already? Not too long ago, we saw him creep out Jessica Alba with it. He's now doing the same with Jennifer Connelly. If the contents of the man's diary aren't sacred, you think he cares that Jen is happily wed? Absolutely not, but he does care that her husband has one of those annoying British accents. Hallo, hallo, hallo!

Found! Diary of an Ex-Teeny Bopper

GiggleSugar — Wed, 03 Oct 2007 09:34:23 PDT

Forget Fast Times at Ridgemont High. These are Philosophical Times in Junior High. (Although my feeble mind is straining to understand the connection between "pop culture" and the making/breaking of friendships...those crazy tweens.)

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Conan Writes Off Jessica Alba

GiggleSugar — Tue, 17 Jul 2007 09:00:00 PDT

Conan 'O Brien's got a diary and he ain't afraid to go public with it. So what if it's Hello Kitty themed, chock full of self-affirmation and other ego-stroking remarks, and he can't spell well-- Jessica Alba will understand. Or will she?

The Difference Between Dogs & Cats

GiggleSugar — Wed, 23 May 2007 14:00:00 PDT

Doggie Diary Entry:

8:00 am - Dog food! My favorite thing!
9:30 am - A car ride! My favorite thing!
9:40 am - A walk in the park! My favorite thing!
10:30 am - Got rubbed and petted! My favorite thing!
12:00 pm - Lunch! My favorite thing!
1:00 pm - Played in the yard! My favorite thing!
3:00 pm - Wagged my tail! My favorite thing!
5:00 pm - Milk bones! My favorite thing!
7:00 pm - Got to play ball! My favorite thing!
8:00 pm - Wow! Watched TV with the people! My favorite thing!
11:00 pm - Sleeping on the bed! My favorite thing!

Cat Diary Entry:

Day 983 of my captivity.

My captors continue to taunt me with bizarre little dangling objects.

They dine lavishly on fresh meat, while the other inmates and I are fed hash or some sort of dry nuggets. Although I make my contempt for the rations perfectly clear, I nevertheless must eat something in order to keep up my strength. The only thing that keeps me going is my dream of escape.

In an attempt to disgust them, I once again vomit on the carpet.

Today I decapitated a mouse and dropped its headless body at their feet. I had hoped this would strike fear into their hearts, since it clearly demonstrates what I am capable of. However, they merely made condescending comments about what a "good little hunter" I am. Bastards!

There was some sort of assembly of their accomplices tonight. I was placed in solitary confinement for the duration of the event. However, I could hear the noises and smell the food. I overheard that my confinement was due to the power of "allergies." I must learn what this means, and how to use it to my advantage.

Today I was almost successful in an attempt to assassinate one of my tormentors by weaving around his feet as he was walking. I must try this again tomorrow --but at the top of the stairs.

I am convinced that the other prisoners here are flunkies and snitches.

The dog receives special privileges. He is regularly released - and seems to be more than willing to return. He is obviously stupid.

The bird has got to be an informant. I observe him communicate with the guards regularly. I am certain that he reports my every move. My captors have arranged protective custody for him in an elevated cell, so he is safe. For now . . .

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