Tag: writing

  • Celebrate National Ampersand Day: Fun Facts & History

    Celebrate National Ampersand Day: Fun Facts & History

    We are going to explore a new holiday for both of us. First celebrated in 2015. It’s in honor of something we have all seen, understood and used. Happy National Ampersand Day September 8th, 2025! When I created this website, I needed to create an opening page. The sentence I crafted used the ampersand, without…

  • Celebrate National Handwriting Day Jan. 23rd: Reviving Cursive Skills

    Celebrate National Handwriting Day Jan. 23rd: Reviving Cursive Skills

    Man has relied on the handwritten word for centuries. It has evolved from symbolic pictures to ornate copperplate to a sleek, modern streak across the page. Did you know cursive is no longer being taught in many schools?  I quickly realized this is one holiday we all should be made aware of.   For decades in…

  • How to Write Heartfelt Card Messages: Tips and Pointers

    How to Write Heartfelt Card Messages: Tips and Pointers

    Ever purchase the perfect card and then it sits in a drawer? Not sure what to write? Afraid of messing it up? I have some tips that helped me. They start by remembering the letters of the word: WRITE W-WRITE the address on the envelope. Commit, put a stamp on it. You will be sending…