I am 63 yrs old and have been a handwriting nerd since 3rd grade. It started in 1st grade when we learned to write letters and I’d practice over and over and we learned to form bsdic sentences , see jack run, in second grade but in third grade we started learning to write in cursive and bam I was hooked. And then I discovered fountain pens durning covid and I’ve been down the rabbit hole every since.
Having people like you is so enlightening. Banning cursive or proper handwriting from school is a cultural.crime towards children and a grave disservice to national culture. The consequences for the brain will be dire. So keep it up!
Wow!!! this video was sooooo good!!! Would you please make a Short showing the pens (flexible) that you mentioned in this Video? I would like to have one but I never know where to start looking for.. I mean... there are brands that I never knew they had Flexible pens.... and there are other cheaper options that are actually very good...
I consider it a privilege to write with a fountain pen. I take mine to work (at Lowe's Home Improvement) and have educated many people, some near my age (61) who have no idea what you call this odd pen. 😮 I've taught a few how to write with the fountain pen. I've had 2 pens stolen (an olive Kaweco Sport and a Diplomat magnum), but I won't give up my fountain pens! And yes, I get many compliments on my penmanship. 😊
Fantastic. I really got a warm feeling when hearing about writing to the self, as a means to just keep writing. It has definitely been a stopper to prescribed surgeries, for my medical condition. I always asked, how much time, before I could write again. An answer was never given, nor was permission given for the surgery. I wrote through the need, at the time. I have improved considerably with my medical conditions. I have a long way to go. Thank goodness for Dollar General and not so expensive paper. I suppose that I have a lot more writing to do. 🙏
When I was in fourth grade my teacher, mrs wilson, (god please do not rest her soul) had perfect cursive handwriting. She would only write with a fountain pen (a Parker I believe) and would torture us if we didn’t do our writing lessons perfectly. Fast forward sixty+ years and mrs wilsons lessons are still ringing in my brain. I’m working on my writing just like back then and just like back then it still sucks
really enjoyed this discussion. I have been practicing my handwriting for 48 years and I'm still not happy with it. I think it's because I was forced to write right handed in school as a child so even now I have to hold my paper almost sideways to write on it. This makes it difficult for me to follow most formal calligraphy instructions. Also, I have not figured out how to move my arm instead of my wrist when writing. I have tried and it just feels too unnatural. I also have not acheived ANY flex from any steel nib, only vintage flex nibs. I guess I am not able to press hard enough on the steel ones to make them work properly and I have all the noodlers, FPR, etc. so-called flex nibs. I have not ponied up the $800+ for an Aurora fine flex or a Scribo pen and unfortunately I cannot see myself ever doing so. I really like the advice about consistency, but also taking ones time and slowing down is also great advice--to think of handwriting practice more like drawing where you are more thoughtful about each line that makes up each letter that makes up each word. I find I get better results when I think about it in this way. When one is not mindful about what they are doing and what they are trying to accomplish it is all too easy to fall back into old patterns or to scribble quickly and unconsciously. Anyway, really enjoyed this video. Will definitely be looking at more socials to get some more ideas about how to improve some of my letters--most notably my capital Bs, Ps, Ks and Rs.
Howdy, I was reminded while I was in college studying mechanical engineering. A good friend of mine did his homework in ink. He was a “A” student too. Me, well, a solid “C” but I had fun. 😎
I find it so sad that cursive writing is disregarded by so many today. Kids can learn that skill very quickly. Learning the proper grip is fundamental to getting a good writing style, but so many parents just encourage kids to grip pens like claws.
I am 63 yrs old and have been a handwriting nerd since 3rd grade. It started in 1st grade when we learned to write letters and I’d practice over and over and we learned to form bsdic sentences , see jack run, in second grade but in third grade we started learning to write in cursive and bam I was hooked. And then I discovered fountain pens durning covid and I’ve been down the rabbit hole every since.
wow John Lopez, I am so happy you work with children with fountain pen and handwriting. Thank you for teaching the young these great skills.
Having people like you is so enlightening. Banning cursive or proper handwriting from school is a cultural.crime towards children and a grave disservice to national culture. The consequences for the brain will be dire. So keep it up!
Really handy tips, though. Thank you for the wonderful session, both of you.
I enjoyed this. Thanks guys!
Happy Handwriting Day!
Thanks for doing this video. I picked up a lot of good tips, especially about slant.
Wow!!! this video was sooooo good!!! Would you please make a Short showing the pens (flexible) that you mentioned in this Video? I would like to have one but I never know where to start looking for.. I mean... there are brands that I never knew they had Flexible pens.... and there are other cheaper options that are actually very good...
43:30 excellent point! Merging profession and passion is the thing!
Great to hear Aiden with Tom. Always so humble. Good luck with your degree.
"Every fountain pen is a flex nib once..." 😂😅 I need that on a sticker!
I consider it a privilege to write with a fountain pen. I take mine to work (at Lowe's Home Improvement) and have educated many people, some near my age (61) who have no idea what you call this odd pen. 😮 I've taught a few how to write with the fountain pen. I've had 2 pens stolen (an olive Kaweco Sport and a Diplomat magnum), but I won't give up my fountain pens! And yes, I get many compliments on my penmanship. 😊
Well done! You are performing a great service to humanity. :-)
Fantastic. I really got a warm feeling when hearing about writing to the self, as a means to just keep writing. It has definitely been a stopper to prescribed surgeries, for my medical condition. I always asked, how much time, before I could write again. An answer was never given, nor was permission given for the surgery. I wrote through the need, at the time. I have improved considerably with my medical conditions. I have a long way to go. Thank goodness for Dollar General and not so expensive paper. I suppose that I have a lot more writing to do. 🙏
When I was in fourth grade my teacher, mrs wilson, (god please do not rest her soul) had perfect cursive handwriting. She would only write with a fountain pen (a Parker I believe) and would torture us if we didn’t do our writing lessons perfectly. Fast forward sixty+ years and mrs wilsons lessons are still ringing in my brain. I’m working on my writing just like back then and just like back then it still sucks
really enjoyed this discussion. I have been practicing my handwriting for 48 years and I'm still not happy with it. I think it's because I was forced to write right handed in school as a child so even now I have to hold my paper almost sideways to write on it. This makes it difficult for me to follow most formal calligraphy instructions. Also, I have not figured out how to move my arm instead of my wrist when writing. I have tried and it just feels too unnatural. I also have not acheived ANY flex from any steel nib, only vintage flex nibs. I guess I am not able to press hard enough on the steel ones to make them work properly and I have all the noodlers, FPR, etc. so-called flex nibs. I have not ponied up the $800+ for an Aurora fine flex or a Scribo pen and unfortunately I cannot see myself ever doing so. I really like the advice about consistency, but also taking ones time and slowing down is also great advice--to think of handwriting practice more like drawing where you are more thoughtful about each line that makes up each letter that makes up each word. I find I get better results when I think about it in this way. When one is not mindful about what they are doing and what they are trying to accomplish it is all too easy to fall back into old patterns or to scribble quickly and unconsciously. Anyway, really enjoyed this video. Will definitely be looking at more socials to get some more ideas about how to improve some of my letters--most notably my capital Bs, Ps, Ks and Rs.
Howdy, I was reminded while I was in college studying mechanical engineering. A good friend of mine did his homework in ink. He was a “A” student too. Me, well, a solid “C” but I had fun. 😎
Holy frisbee 🤣
@aidanbernal This is awesome! Thank you. And what an awesome endeavor--copying The Hobbit!
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I find it so sad that cursive writing is disregarded by so many today. Kids can learn that skill very quickly. Learning the proper grip is fundamental to getting a good writing style, but so many parents just encourage kids to grip pens like claws.