I bought this item to use as a family diary.  I just jot down a few things here and there as they occur.  I first record the date and then a short 1 or 2 line entry.  As this volume fills up, I will purchase another and I hope to enjoy looking back through it someday.  It is nice how these notebooks come in so many colors.  I like the small size of it and that it has an elastic strap to keep it closed.  It also has an attached bookmark to keep your place.