Lauren - I agree, I wouldn't write in the journal, except maybe my name, date and location of wedding. I don't really get into that, but I wasn't sure if it should go with the pin for anyone else that it may be passed along to... I think if I find one, i will send it as well, but I won't strss about it. The lady said she was mailing my starfish out on Monday, so hopefully I can get it by next week and pass it along.