Thread: Cursive

One reason I learned to use straight razors was to maintain a steady hand and keep focused on a specific task. Cursive writing does nearly the same for me. I have actually improved my writing since I started using a straight razor. Our very best welder at work wrote in the most legible manner I have ever seen. He told me that good cursive skills enhanced his welding ability. It really worked for him.

Recently I was going through some old postcards and letters from my late mother's home. I am ashamed to admit that I never wrote home more that I did when I was on active duty in the '60s. I really regret that. My handwriting from 40 years ago was terrible. I blame that on lack of sleep, fear, and malcontentment. We were not allowed to keep diaries nor journals. I just extended that policy to writing home. What a great time that would have been to improve cursive writing skills and keep in touch with loved ones. Regrets, regrets.

I feel a letter to my cousins coming on. This is a good thread. Do put pen to paper and send something to someone. Why not write to a politician or two (if you have enough paper)! Yours truly, Robert