...or, "A few traditions whose passing I lament". In all honesty, though, I do a fair bit of calligraphy (I know, that's not necessarily cursive) and it can be

...or, "A few traditions whose passing I lament". In all honesty, though, I do a fair bit of calligraphy (I know, that's not necessarily cursive) and it can be a very soothing and rewarding experience. I suspect it has to do with using a bit of both halves of the brain, whereas keyboarding is likely more mechanical.