A Lost Art...Hand Written Letters

As I was addressing a card to our dear friends the other day, I thought to myself... when was the last time I received a hand written letter in the mail box? I couldn't remember. What happened to the days of sitting at our desk, pulling out a fountain pen, our favorite stationary paper, and writing a full on LETTER ? Today's society is all about text messaging, instant messaging, light speed email and faxes. Where has the effort gone into real communication. I have boxes full of letters written to me over the years (Mainly from my Grandma Laney). I feel like it's a lost art. I know people are busy, but come on. Where has our sense of romance gone? Even if it's not a LOVE letter being written, I think writing an actual letter with beautiful penmanship is such a conscious display of thoughtfulness. Even an ordinary handwritten note, can be better then the best email. And a good handwritten note, on the right occasion can be a work of art. Receiving a letter is like listening to Miles Davis instead of Metallica. It's like making a gift instead of ordering a product, or like taking a walk instead of driving. It says to the reader, "You matter to me. I thought of you." There is also the anticipation of receiving a letter. You patiently wait, go to the mailbox every day to see it it's there yet... and then when it does arrive, they can save it in a special box and re-read the letter and think good thoughts of you. It's courteous, classy and caring to pick up a pen. Make the time... it will be well received !!