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Under 91 Project

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September 28, 2016 Calligraphy literally means beautiful writing. What is displayed in the exquisite penmanship and design of The Graceful Envelopes is what is “traditional” calligraphy. Yet graffiti can also be calligraphic. Yes, much of it can be a statement of angst and protest. However, many street artists are extremely creative, talented draftsmen. How they […]

Fathers’ Day

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There was a video I watched where a young girl asked Bernie Sanders, “Would you be my father?’ He answered, “No, but I’ll be your President.” George Washington, as the first president, became known as “The Father of America,” and ever since then the presidential title and fatherhood have become synonymous. What makes a father […]

John Hancock’s Original Quill!

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    I deliver mail to Worthington Hooker Middle School in New Haven. One day last Spring, I was delighted to find a display in the main lobby of different artifacts in their own dioramas. The assignment had the flavor of a Ripley’s Believe-it-or-not. The students were to chose an object, design a display, and […]

David Bowie’s song lyrics were all written by hand

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                              ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Hunky Dory had its own alphabet- ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Photo: David Bowie in 1967. Getty Images

Handwriting Help with Barbara & Inga

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  Barbara Getty and Inga Dubay have an award winning alphabet. “No loops or scoops” sums up their formula for a simple approach to learning cursive. I have incorporated much from their work., and as a result, my handwriting is more legible and stylish. If you have the good fortune to live anywhere near Portland, […]

Become a Cursive Coach

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I discovered this opportunity and want to share it. If your handwriting needs help, or you want to learn how to teach this valuable skill, here’s a 3 hour online course. You’ll need to sign up soon, so the materials can be sent in advance. The class takes place on January 23rd, (John Hancock’s birthday). […]

Maya Angelou Mural

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Maya Angelou Memorial Mural on the corner of Orchard & Henry Streets in New Haven, CT Painted by Dooley-O.com I love this mural. Not only is it a sensitively rendered likeness of Maya Angelou with a knowing expression, two of her “real quotes” frame her portrait, along with the some colorful local graffiti. I can’t […]