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Carrboro, NC 27510-
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On a Roll
Another weekend with letter writing! Getting geared up for the summer postcard season.
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Calligraphy
I love calligraphy. The pens and inks and alphabets. I aspire to one day be proficient at it myself. But until then, I admire those who practice the art. I read this Wall Streen Journal article a while back about calligrapher … Continue reading
Posted in Handwriting and Calligraphy, History, Pen and Paper
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Getting Back into the Swing of Things
My pen pals have had to be patient with me recently. This blog isn’t the only thing that has been ignored. But I’m finding time to sit and write and it feels great!
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A World Without the Post Office Infographic
I love a good infographic! Here’s one that envisions (shudder) a world without the post office. I love the part at the bottom that lists the most popular stamps, too! Source: NumberSleuth
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Traveling Woman
I have not been writing much lately. Work has kept me busy…as evidenced by my growing collection of hotel stationery: But hotel note pads are not the only paper products I have picked up. I am working on some posts … Continue reading
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Cursive Handwriting Debate
(Image from Handwriting Makeover) Cursive handwriting has made the New York Times’ Room for Debate section! You can find the varying view points here. While some argue that research shows it’s better for your brain or your fluency to learn … Continue reading
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J.D. Salinger’s Letters to a Lady
(image from NYTimes) Check out this New York Times article about Salinger’s letters to a Toronto woman years before Catcher in the Rye. The woman he wrote to is still alive and 95 years old. As we document every moment … Continue reading
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Happy Easter!
Thanks to my mother-in-law for sending me this lovely postcard postmarked in 1923! Happy Spring!
Creative Space
Here’s a shot of my desk. It always puts me in a good mood just sitting here. I am writing letters on this beautiful Sunday and dusting off my art supplies. I just started a new job a month ago … Continue reading
Edward Gorey Google Doodle
For those of you who, like me, adore Edward Gorey, be sure to check out the Google doodle today that commemorates his 88th birthday. And since you’re here, you obviously like letters, so be sure to check out … Continue reading