As for the journal yes I do keep one, we call it here our feelings journal.
They write to me when they are upset or feel that they can't tell me something, they put it under my pillow, then i respond and put it under thier pillow.
My D used to draw in it, and now her writing skills are getting so wonderful she can write in it to me.
Thank you for reminding me about the foundation, you are right.
Live Simply Love Generously Care Deeply Speak Kindly Leave the rest to God