Here is the start to my research and journaling of the herbs I grew and harvested this past summer. As an aspiring herbalist, my knowledge continues to grow right along with these amazing, wondrous plants. My roses were so rewarding to grow and dry. I even went to the store at the end of the season and was able to get two more and planted them a few weeks before the cold set in. The best part was the two plants only cost me $8.00, and I saved them from being tossed in the garbage!! I’m excited to watch them grow & flourish next year. Until then my research and drawings will have to fill the void. 💕🥀☀️

I will keep working on my cursive. I don’t handwrite much anymore, and it is an art form I fear is being lost. To me it is like reading a book, held in our hands; it’s the connection that really matters. This is another reason to draw and write freehand; the repetition, connection, and exercise for our brains is healthy and natural. The practicing may not lead to perfection, but it uses a part of my brain and creates a relationship that typing just isn’t a substitute for. 

“Evidence is mounting that putting pen to paper has benefits that typing cannot replace.” 

This quote is from an online article: Why Cursive? It goes on to state: 

While the benefits of handwriting can be observed in student performance, they can also be observed in the brain itself.  A study using fMRI technology showed that writing letters, as opposed to viewing them on a screen, is associated with more advanced brain function.  

 Researcher Diane Montgomery posits that the connected letters and fluid motion of cursive handwriting are especially beneficial to students with disorders such as dyslexia and dysgraphia. 

It also has creative benefits….

Developing a cursive hand—epitomized in the signature and carried through in an unique form of writing that others can identify and associate with a particular individual—is an important step in developing a personal style and voice.  

There are many rewards & benefits to cursive and handwriting so here’s🥂to writing, creativity, and the benefits of putting pen/pencil to paper!!

Have a wonderful day and continue to love and cherish the Earth we call home!! 

Your friend, 

~Anne 💕🌏☯️✌️