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+# TODO
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+## 1. Tree Growing Animation on Journal Save
+When a new journal entry is saved, show a tree growing animation — a visual metaphor for gratitude growing over time.
+- Trigger animation after successful save
+- Tree sprouts from seed → sapling → full tree
+- Could use CSS/SVG animation or a canvas-based approach
+- Consider making it dismissible / auto-fade after completion
+
+## 2. Smoother Google Auth Flow
+Improve the UX of the Google OAuth flow.
+- Reduce redirect friction (loading states, transitions)
+- Show a proper loading screen during the OAuth callback
+- Handle errors gracefully with user-friendly messages
+- Consider persisting intent so users land back where they started