Write This Down.

This past year, I have discovered the joys of the US Postal Service. 

Until my now, I have not appreciated how cool it feels to send personal mail. Before college, I didn't have bills to mail, and everyone knows that writing graduation thank-you notes does not count. The internet had rocketed me right into "messaging." First email, soon followed by MSN Chat. Next would be Myspace, and of course the trends topped off with our strongest newcomer, Facebook. Let's put it this way: my world on the internet was so connected and fast-paced at such an early age, that it sped past my keyboarding classes in sixth grade. To this day, I still type (albeit, type well!) with a kiddy-wompus home-row.

I can't exactly know for sure what triggered this handwriting bender, but before I knew it, I was at TJ Max stocking up on stylish notecards. (If you are looking to spend a little more on some beautiful cards, Papyrus is a blast to thumb through). Now, if I find myself with a little down time, I reflect on who has been in my thoughts lately. There is always something going on- happy or unfortunate- in somebody's life. Yesterday I sent a thank you note to a couple who invited me to their gorgeous wedding. I also sent a a thank you to Jared's grandparents in Indiana who so sweetly remembered my birthday with a card. Today, I'll be sending a sympathy card to my roommate who has just lost her grandfather. 

When you write a note or a letter, your words are not stamped with the confining perfection of a font. You do not delete or edit your thoughts. Your handwriting lends itself to flow and emotion, and the recipient can hear you say what you want them know. So go buy a book of stamps and get writing! Oh-- and hand-delivered notes are equally fun! Here is a tutorial on how to fold your letter into its own envelope! Have fun writing, and dig deep. Sincere thoughts are never weird, awkward, or mushy. I've even gotten a thank-you note for a thank-you note! Happy mailing!