My Latest Obsession: Typewriters
Photo taken in Vintage Empire, Singapore. Featuring an Olivetti-Lettera 82 Typewriter Quite recently, I've become fascinated with typewriters. I spent many months researching, studying the history of typewriters, and finally, I've decided to find my own machine. Many people have asked me why I'm looking for a typewriter and my answer takes me back to when I was 8 years old. I'll take you back in time with me through this blog and shortly, you will know the reason why my latest obsession today is a typewriter. I remember feeling excited every time my class ends when I was in Primary 2 (Grade 2). I was around 8 years old at that time. I would prepare all my things in advance so when my father arrived to fetch me from school, I would be ready to leave. Time was precious and I didn't want to waste it. My father worked near the school so before heading straight home, we would visit his office first so he can 'punch-out' and have his attendance checked. While he...