Monday, December 21, 2009
A lost art?
When my grandmother passed away several years ago, my aunt sent me a pile of letters that I had written to my grandparents over the years. In this treasure trove of history was a letter my own mother had written to them when I was about 4 years old. It contained a brief note from me. The contrast between my handwriting and hers is (understandably) quite dramatic. Most of the letters I received back from my aunt were word-processed. I think it's a shame...there's something very special about a handwritten letter. Maybe I'll have to rethink all the email correspondence I do.
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I'd say you did very well for 4 years old! It does seem to be a lost art and aren't these samples a real treasure! I love this.
ReplyDeleteHey, why at 4 Years old did you try and forge my hand writing (today), I'm with you on the sentiment too!
ReplyDeleteI love this. A great shot and nice reminder of the power of the (hand)written word. You're lucky that these handwritten expressions of the family bond have been preserved. Are you loving your new camera?
ReplyDeleteThis is realy touching. Yes, we have lost something in no longer having tangible correspondence.
ReplyDeleteI agree in principle -handwritten is wonderful, but I find I write more with my computer and probably more often.
ReplyDeleteSo cool, and what a treat to be able to retrieve this! It reminds you that a love for a grandmother never changes!
ReplyDeleteWhat a treasure indeed! I love the focus
ReplyDeleteA very nice treasure indeed!
ReplyDeleteThis is a real treasure to have. I have to agree with you. People saved handwritten letter for years because it just seems to be a part of the person writing the letter. It is sad that we don't do that any more.
ReplyDeleteWhat a treasure! What a truly special gift for you to cherish always.
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