If you write in your journal every day...why don't you just write a short story in there as well. Add to it. Maybe get a three ring binder with those nifty divider tabs and use it. I, for one, enjoy reading what you write.

You could write stories for your kids. Or even just make up stories with them at night at bedtime. Or in the daytime, but I can't imagine your kids sitting still for long unless they are sleepy! :)

Also, completely un-related...are you going to be able to come to Jack's birthday party on Sept. 8?