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February 2005

YOUR POSTAL CONNECTION
Put your love in the mail by writing letters
By Maureen Portanova

Letters are the next best thing to being there in person. Flowers bloom, but then die. Chocolates linger—when you step on the bathroom scale. Telephone calls are nice, but the words eventually evaporate as the memory fades away. But a handwritten letter or a personalized card delivers your love in a touching, lasting way.

In our fast-food, instant-message, fax-it now world, people are rediscovering the personal touch of sending and receiving cards and letters. Taking the time to write a letter says so much to the recipient. Pausing to think about your friend or loved one, to revisit your memories and experiences, and to put those thoughts and emotions on paper bring these feelings to life for you, as well as the recipient. And that letter of love and support can be reread and enjoyed over and over again.

Letters keep special times special. Problems tend to shrink and gain perspective when they are shared with family and friends by mail. And your "thank you for being there for me" card always will be appreciated. When you sit down with a friend, you are never alone.

Put your love in the mail. Write a letter. Send a card, and show your friends and loved ones you care.

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