Teaching kids to hand-write letters the old-fashioned way, might sound like a step backward to some, but there are plenty of good reasons to encourage this effort. Let me count the ways… Within these last few years many published scientific studies have emerged warning us of the downside of our highly technological lifestyle. Aside from their […]
A healthy tip: “Write them down.”
Nagging Thoughts Fix “One way to keep nagging thoughts from buzzing around in your brain is to write them down. Make a list of errands, housework, or other tasks you plan to complete later. Vent frustrations over an unpleasant confrontation in your journal. Once these thoughts are on paper, you may be able to let […]
The 4th of July Newsletter
The 4th of July, 2011 Happy Birthday America!!! 235 years old. That’s a lot of candles! This holiday also marks the one year anniversary of writealetter.org. After a bumpy start, it all seemed to make sense beginning last July. I’d like to use this opportunity to thank you for your continued support. I want to thank all […]
Grand Opening!
Great News: The Store is Open!!! Many of my best resources are now available for you to browse and purchase… books by Kitty Burns Florey, Margaret Shepherd, Barbara Getty & Inga Dubay, Nan Jay Barchowsky and Carl Honore. All sorts of handwriting help, inspiration, pens, ink, journals and stationery. I am thrilled to share my […]
Journaling: a love letter to yourself
January 27, 2011 I write in a journal. I began with fervor a while back with Julia Cameron’s The Artists’ Way…15 minutes of stream-of-consciousness writing. First thing in the morning is best for me. But anytime is better than not at all. You can carry a small notebook like a trusted companion and write anywhere- […]
New Year’s Resolution: BALANCE gadgets with handwriting!
Are you feeling overwhelmed with gadgets…