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With the popularity of instant messaging, email, and video calls, it might have been a while since you’ve received a handwritten letter. And we can relate. We feel for you… from the bottom of our "Dear John" hearts. There’s something super special about knowing the extra effort that went into someone actually taking the time to write to you. They couldn't hit backspace. And start again. If someone took the time to use a pen and some paper, in this day and age, keep them around.

We aren’t talking about scribbling, or the doctor’s note type handwriting. You know that smooth, calming, “eyegasmic” writing? That’s what we are referring to. It's an art. And because we miss it so much, Bored Panda scoured the net to find some of the best samples of gorgeous handwriting that might make you want to shut your laptop and practise your cursive. Keep scrolling for an epic treat of perfect penmanship, and don’t forget to upvote your favorites.

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    My Cousin Sent This From Prison. He Has A Dream Of Designing Water Parks :)

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    This Is The Handwriting Of Nepalese Year 8 Student Prakriti Malla Which Was Recognized As The Most Beautiful Handwriting In The World

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    This Note In A Book I Found At My Workplace

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    A Little Girl Lost Her Tooth At School And It Got Thrown Away Accidentally At Lunch. Teacher Pens Proof Of Loss Letter For The Tooth Fairy…

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    Professors Underestimate My Fine Motor Skills When They Allow Us A Single-Sided Cheat Sheet For The Final

    Professors Underestimate My Fine Motor Skills When They Allow Us A Single-Sided Cheat Sheet For The Final

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    Jess Bertram
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    3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    No, we don't underestimate. Trust me. It's a trick, to gget you to review, refresh info, and WRITE THROUGH IT. that helps retention and recall. So the OP did exactly what we want!

    jessica r
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    3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    No we don’t. We know you will do this and we’re fine with it. Allowing one sheet will make you prioritize what you write down, and the effort of making it will help you study and remember.

    Bobert Robertson
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    3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I did this. I'm terrible at finance in my university courses. So many formulas and variations of formulas to remember, but we were allowed one page for our exam front and back and I damn near wrote the whole textbook on there and got a 96% on my final

    Jess Bertram
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    3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You did it right. This is exactly what we hope for: a thorough written review

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    Paul Donahue
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    3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We were allowed a 3x5 note card front and back. I would use a mechanical pencil and magnifying card. Teacher not happy

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    3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My hand is cramping from just looking at this. 😉

    Huddo's sister
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    3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I can write (and read) very small and often do when writing my shopping list so it doesn't take up as much space on the page (been using the same note pad for years). I dropped a list when out shopping one day and the staff person on the self-serve checkouts picked it up and couldn't believe I could read it.

    Nope
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    3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Folks I was locked up with would reprimand you for all the wasted space.

    SandraG_lak
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    3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My favourite pen (Pilot Better Retractable Ball Point Pen 0.7mm Fine), happens to be a fine tip ballpoint. No smearing or skipping. Smooth, fine point. While it doesn't have the colour selection as this person has, they would be able to write even more with it!

    sbj
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    Maybe if you'd have spent as much time and effort into revising as into this cheat sheet you wouldn't have needed it

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    #9

    All The Boards At The Hospital I Work At Are Written Like This

    All The Boards At The Hospital I Work At Are Written Like This

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    Ali H M Salehuddin
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    3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have read about people with handwritings so good they look like printed characters. Not that I doubt about the possibily, but actually seeing one is kinda wild.

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    #10

    I Thought This One Turned Out Nicely

    I Thought This One Turned Out Nicely

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    The Cruelest Of Wishes Inked With A Sharp Pen

    The Cruelest Of Wishes Inked With A Sharp Pen

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    My Art Teacher’s Handwriting

    My Art Teacher’s Handwriting

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    person (i think)
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    3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Writing nicely on a board is a whole separate skill from just regular nice writing

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    #14

    I Came In To Find This On My Keyboard. I Envy Those Who Have Extremely Neat Printing. The Neat Penmanship Of Her Note Outweighs The Annoyance Of Having To Readjust My Computer

    I Came In To Find This On My Keyboard. I Envy Those Who Have Extremely Neat Printing. The Neat Penmanship Of Her Note Outweighs The Annoyance Of Having To Readjust My Computer

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    My Grandpa's Notebook From 1989

    My Grandpa's Notebook From 1989

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    #18

    My Medicine Notes! Got About 120 Pages Of This

    My Medicine Notes! Got About 120 Pages Of This

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    David Morgan
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    3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You will never be a successful doctor unless you stop this nonsense - grip the pen with your toes or something if you want to fit in with your colleagues... /s. Honestly though, these are excellent notes, and the illustration is superb.

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    #19

    Dear Milena

    Dear Milena

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    Grandmas Writing Is Always The Best

    Grandmas Writing Is Always The Best

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    Print Sample While Practicing

    Print Sample While Practicing

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    Invictus Written In Copperplate

    Invictus Written In Copperplate

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    Satisfying Handwriting In A Postcard I Received

    Satisfying Handwriting In A Postcard I Received

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    Dusty's mom
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    3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I love it! I want to have coffee with Britta. Love the wiggly lighthouse!

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    #24

    My Grandpa’s Handwriting - Mechanical Engineer

    My Grandpa’s Handwriting - Mechanical Engineer

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    Mike F
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    3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Those folks are awesome at writing stuff that can actually be read by the masses. I used to deal with blueprints many years ago and every one looked just the same. So incredibly easy to read.

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    #25

    My Sister’s Homework, Thought It Belongs Here

    My Sister’s Homework, Thought It Belongs Here

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    #26

    This Note From Our Hotel’s Housekeeper

    This Note From Our Hotel’s Housekeeper

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    Spocks's Mom
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    3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm going to book a room there, and if Juanita doesn't write me a note, I'll be upset.

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    #27

    Physics Exam Cheat Sheet!

    Physics Exam Cheat Sheet!

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    David Morgan
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    3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I honestly believe that cheat sheets like this are legitimate - it's much more important that the student understands the concepts and can interpret and apply them, than have a memory for complex equations. Provided the student knows what the relationships mean, then precisely how to write out the formulas is less important.

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    #28

    Some Pages From My Hobonichi Cousin :)

    Some Pages From My Hobonichi Cousin :)

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    Leaving Some Calligraphy Before Checking Out

    Leaving Some Calligraphy Before Checking Out

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    #30

    My Friends Handwriting Is Like A Font

    My Friends Handwriting Is Like A Font

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    Is My Handwriting Legible?

    Is My Handwriting Legible?

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    Dusty's mom
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    3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Once your font is discerned, it reads beautifully. A lovely and original font!

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    #32

    Any Fellow Lefties Here? 🙂

    Any Fellow Lefties Here? 🙂

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    Dusty's mom
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    3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The Rhode Island Red has great proportions and is a sturdy bird as well as a good layer. Yes, there are now breeds that produce heavier breast meat and make great egg layers, but they are compromised and are less capable of enduring old fashioned barnyard life. If you want to have a healthier chicken house, the RIR is still a respectable member of farm poultry.

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    #33

    My Aunt’s Amazing Quirky Handwriting On A Generous Christmas Gift!

    My Aunt’s Amazing Quirky Handwriting On A Generous Christmas Gift!

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    As An Artist, You Always Try To Find The Best Art Supplies. Finally I Have Something Of Value I Can Show You

    As An Artist, You Always Try To Find The Best Art Supplies. Finally I Have Something Of Value I Can Show You

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    Found In A Tennessee Goodwill

    Found In A Tennessee Goodwill

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    I'm getting bored of saying fake, because they all are, so good night to you all

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    #36

    Sharing My Handwriting!

    Sharing My Handwriting!

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    #37

    Something A Little Different, Thai Penmanship

    Something A Little Different, Thai Penmanship

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    Practicing My Penmanship

    Practicing My Penmanship

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    LonelyLittleLeafSheep
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    3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I am an artist and know a few graphic designers who absolutely write like this.

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    #39

    From My 19yr Old Niece

    From My 19yr Old Niece

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    Spencerian

    Spencerian

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    Dusty's mom
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    3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You must make lovely wedding announcements and certificates of distinction.

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    #42

    All Caps 4ever

    All Caps 4ever

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    #43

    Saturday Morning Practice With A Mark Bacas Cursive Smooth Italic Grind

    Saturday Morning Practice With A Mark Bacas Cursive Smooth Italic Grind

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    #44

    We're Short On Wrapping Paper So I Wrote Christmas Carols On A Blank Sheet Of Paper And Called It A Day

    We're Short On Wrapping Paper So I Wrote Christmas Carols On A Blank Sheet Of Paper And Called It A Day

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    I Prefer To Write In Pencil

    I Prefer To Write In Pencil

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    Dragons Exist
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    3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I like the ones that have the symbols as well as the numbers/letters (!?@&#$%*)

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    #46

    In My Free Time, I Like To Write Random Things Using My Fountain Pen

    In My Free Time, I Like To Write Random Things Using My Fountain Pen

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    Hi R/Handwriting! First Time Posting

    Hi R/Handwriting! First Time Posting

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    16yo School Friend Of My Daughter Sent Her Those Notes. She Seems To Write On An iPad And Then Converts In Pdf

    16yo School Friend Of My Daughter Sent Her Those Notes. She Seems To Write On An iPad And Then Converts In Pdf

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    #50

    My Sets Of Uppercase And Lowercase Letters, Typewriter Script

    My Sets Of Uppercase And Lowercase Letters, Typewriter Script

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    #52

    One Of My Students Has Extremely Uniform Handwriting

    One Of My Students Has Extremely Uniform Handwriting

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    #53

    I Made Some Adjustments. What Else Can I Work On?

    I Made Some Adjustments. What Else Can I Work On?

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    Perfumista Perfumista
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    3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wow! Like the pen too. Namiki grapevine? Love them, but refuse to buy as my handwriting is so unworthy.

    #54

    So...my Barista Remembered My Birthday

    So...my Barista Remembered My Birthday

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    That Alphabet I Promised---Same Script As My Notes

    That Alphabet I Promised---Same Script As My Notes

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    #56

    My Friend: You Write Like You’re In Harry Potter

    My Friend: You Write Like You’re In Harry Potter

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    "You Learn The Worth Of Every Drop When You Put In The Effort

    "You Learn The Worth Of Every Drop When You Put In The Effort

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    Dusty's mom
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    3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's written on quality calligraphy paper. Makes beautiful writing gorgeous!

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    #58

    My Friend's Notes Are Getting Out Of Hand

    My Friend's Notes Are Getting Out Of Hand

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    #59

    I Hope I Can Regain My Skill In Writing Typewriter Script

    I Hope I Can Regain My Skill In Writing Typewriter Script

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    Lingered Around Until Someone Suggested That I Should Post Here. Tips Welcome!

    Lingered Around Until Someone Suggested That I Should Post Here. Tips Welcome!

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    This Is Mine. Sort Of

    This Is Mine. Sort Of

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    My Engineer Grandfather Wrote This In 1976 When He Thought My Dad Was Going Down A Bad Path

    My Engineer Grandfather Wrote This In 1976 When He Thought My Dad Was Going Down A Bad Path

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    #63

    Writing With A Gel Pen

    Writing With A Gel Pen

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    My Japanese Handwriting Practice ✍️

    My Japanese Handwriting Practice ✍️

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    Notes From A Test I Took

    Notes From A Test I Took

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    #66

    Added My Touch To The Calendar At Work

    Added My Touch To The Calendar At Work

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    Keep Your Face Always Toward The Sunshine.... Just Like Don't Look Directly At It

    Keep Your Face Always Toward The Sunshine.... Just Like Don't Look Directly At It

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    I Was Briefly Possessed By A Master Of Calligraphy For This @

    I Was Briefly Possessed By A Master Of Calligraphy For This @

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    Dragons Exist
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    3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    in 5th grade I wrote a perfect "b" and have never come close to that again

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    #71

    What Do You Think About My Handwriting?

    What Do You Think About My Handwriting?

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    Some Things Need To Be Immortalized

    Some Things Need To Be Immortalized

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    Multa Nocte
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    3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wow - dilemma here - upvote for beautiful handwriting or downvote for the crazy ramblings of a madman? ;-)

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    #73

    This “Quote Of The Day” Whiteboard From The London Undergound

    This “Quote Of The Day” Whiteboard From The London Undergound

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    My Mom Lives In A World Where She Thinks Her Handwriting Is Not Good

    My Mom Lives In A World Where She Thinks Her Handwriting Is Not Good

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    #75

    Saw This Quote And I Went I Must Write That Immediately

    Saw This Quote And I Went I Must Write That Immediately

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    #76

    Sharing My Handwriting!

    Sharing My Handwriting!

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    #77

    Practicing For Wedding Place Cards!

    Practicing For Wedding Place Cards!

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    #78

    Interesting All-Caps Handwriting!

    Interesting All-Caps Handwriting!

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    Upstaged75
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    3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This looks like my printing. I have trouble keeping everything the same size.

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    #79

    Herbs We All Need

    Herbs We All Need

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    Owen
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    3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Saffron is too expensive to just keep in stock. I do wish I had some though.

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    I Recently Discovered That I’m Ambidextrous

    I Recently Discovered That I’m Ambidextrous

    i am left-dominant in most things, but have always done a few things with both/right hand like cutting vegetables, playing tennis, etc. my handwriting is so different between hands!

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    timhood
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    3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I am right-handed, but discovered that if I write with my left hand, it looks exactly like my left-handed brother's handwriting.

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    Found On A Shelf At The Bookstore

    Found On A Shelf At The Bookstore

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