MEMORY -
What is it about handwriting? When written by hand, words fall into an entirely different level of "personal" Uncle Pete had an interesting font. Sometimes, letters were capitalized in the middle of a word positioned at a slant, sometimes they weren't. His personality seem to flow onto the paper and into the ink, giving each letter a stroke of quirkiness. He was quite animated when he wrote. He'd raise his index finger to his face and give his glasses a courtesy bump up the nose. Once his sight was in check, he'd begin the writing. Just before lifting his pen from the paper, one final time, he'd end his last word with a quick stroke in an upward motion. His arm would fly in the air as if he just signed his life away, even if he was simply taking jotting down a number.
APPLICATION -
As I brought out the Christmas decorations from under the stairs, a gift bad caught my eye. The tag dangled from the handle stating "To Jenny, Love Uncle Pete xoxox" written out in his "interesting" font. I miss seeing his handwriting. I was fortunate to catch a glimpse of it this morning. One of those things you don't think you miss until it' isn't there anymore.
REFLECTION -
Amazing how Pete stays with me throughout my days. I feel him even through his penmanship!
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