Hey guys,

I've got two young girls, and a bad memory. I was thinking about keeping a journal (3 actually, one general things I want to pass to both girls, and then one for each of them with specific memories). I would record things like stories before they fade, family history, lessons, my beliefs.

it's a two reason idea. 1. if something happens to me at some point or my memories fade too much. 2. my dad never did this, and now that he's passed I find it hard to remember certain things. I have beliefs and opinions based on things he said and showed me but cannot always remember the incidents or all the words.

Long explanation to get to the questions.

Do any of you keep a journal?
What is a good pen to use? (I know some of you guys love fountain pens, I've never used one. I don't have great handwriting, but I do still write in cursive, and according to females it's pretty good for a guy. I figured a ballpoint wouldn't bleed through.
What's a good paper? I looked at some that have Amalfi Paper. I'd really like to find a really good one with hemp paper. but can't find anything. I kinda liked the looks of these

http://us.st12.yimg.com/us.st.yimg.c..._2044_61507649

There is also a lady that does them by hand, moonbindery, her stuff is rustic and interesting.

Etsy :: moonbindery :: Large handbound leather journal or sketchbook. black. 240 pages. medieval stitch binding

thanks for your input gents.

Red