Pens: Do Yourself A Favor and Write A Letter By Alyse Faour Getting a letter in the mail is a small reminder that someone cares enough to pay for a stamp just to communicate with you. There is something about a tangible piece of writing that makes us feel like we matter, unless it comes from Comcast. In a class of mine we recently spoke about handwritten letters and their prevalence, or lack thereof, in our society. People still write letters, but it appears to be a dying form of communication, one that is reserved for birthdays or wedding invitations. Most of the time we resort to email or other digital platforms, but is this more effective? Digital technology has speed on its side. However, what about value? The absence of letter writing in our world is frightening. Here are some reasons on why you should write more letters. You can’t spell. Auto-correct spoils us. We have relinquished our role as competent individuals who know how to spell basic words because we now rely on our smartphones. Writing letters will force you to look up words you should already know. It’s hard to send a drunken letter. We’ve all drunk texted. It’s easy and seems like a great idea at the time. Writing a letter when you’re drunk is different. It seems like it would be pretty therapeutic and provide great entertainment the next morning. Most likely, this letter would not be sent once your sober self gets a hold of it. Letters last I’m aware that letters can catch on fire, and I’m also aware that they are accidentally thrown away. But you have to actually try to ruin a letter, especially one that means something to you. Your handwriting was better in third grade. Remember cursive? Practice your penmanship, people. It will make someone’s day This is the larger idea here. Writing a letter shows that you cared enough to write it, seal the envelope, and send it. It may be extra work for you, but whoever is on the receiving end will recognize and appreciate the effort. I encourage all of you to write more letters. Do it for the smile that person will have on their face when they see their name on the envelope.
Posted on: Tue, 28 Oct 2014 04:45:41 +0000
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