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Get ready to dust off your pen and paper because April 1 marks the start of National Card and Letter Writing Month! This month-long celebration encourages people all over the world to put down their phones and computers and take the time to write heartfelt messages in a more personal and meaningful way. The tradition of sending cards and letters dates back centuries, but this holiday was officially established in 2001 by the United States Postal Service. So let's spread some love, gratitude, and well wishes through the art of handwritten communication this April!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1800s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Penny Post Introduced</div><div class='timeline-text'>The United Kingdom's uniform penny post, allowing mail to be sent for just one penny, makes letters more accessible to the public.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1872</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Postcard Invention</div><div class='timeline-text'>Austrian professor Dr. Emanuel Herrmann invents the postcard, providing an easier way to send quick messages.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1913</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Greeting Card Company</div><div class='timeline-text'>Hallmark Cards is established as the first major greeting card company, popularizing the practice of sending cards for holidays and special occasions.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1980s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Email Invented</div><div class='timeline-text'>The invention of email in the 1980s begins to overshadow traditional letter writing due to its speed and convenience.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2001</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Establishment of National Card and Letter Writing Month</div><div class='timeline-text'>The United States Postal Service officially establishes April as National Card and Letter Writing Month to encourage the tradition of handwriting personal messages.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>Present Day</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Revival of Letter Writing</div><div class='timeline-text'>Despite digital communication's dominance, there is a renewed interest in the personal, heartfelt connection found in handwritten letters and cards.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Write a letter to a friend or family member</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take the time to sit down and handwrite a letter to someone you care about. It could be a relative you haven't spoken to in a while or a friend you miss. It will mean a lot to them to receive a thoughtful, handwritten letter.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Send a surprise card to someone special</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Brighten someone's day by sending them an unexpected card in the mail. It could be a thank you card, a thinking of you card, or just a simple hello. The gesture will be appreciated and it's always fun to receive something other than bills in the mail!</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Attend a letter writing workshop</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Check your local community center or library for any workshops on letter writing. You may learn some new tips and techniques for crafting the perfect letter, and you'll also have the opportunity to meet other people who share your love for snail mail.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a card making party</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather some friends and supplies and host a card making party! You can all create cards to send to loved ones or even donate them to a local nursing home or hospital. It's a fun and creative way to celebrate National Card and Letter Writing Month.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Start a letter writing challenge</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Challenge yourself to write a letter every day for the entire month. It could be to the same person or to different people each day. Not only will you improve your letter writing skills, but you'll also spread joy and happiness through your words.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It encourages thoughtful communication</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>In a world where we often communicate through text and email, taking the time to sit down and write a card or letter shows that you truly care about the recipient. It allows for more thought and emotion to be put into the message, making it even more special.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It's a lost art</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>With technology advancing, many people have stopped writing letters altogether. National Card and Letter Writing Month is a great opportunity to revive this tradition and appreciate the beauty in handwritten words on paper. Plus, receiving a card or letter in the mail is much more exciting than an email or text!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It's a way to connect with loved ones</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Writing cards and letters is also a great way to stay connected with those who live far away. Sending a personal message filled with memories and well wishes is much more meaningful than just a quick message on social media. Plus, it's something that your loved ones can hold onto and cherish for years to come.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Letter Writing Enhances Cognitive Skills</h3><p class='facts-content'>Daily engagement in writing letters by hand stimulates brain coordination and can improve memory, as well as fine motor skills.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Historic Significance of Sealing Wax in Letter Writing</h3><p class='facts-content'>In earlier times, sealing wax was used to secure the content of letters from prying eyes. It also affirmed the authenticity of the letter's content and origin.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>The Oldest Known Letter was Written in 5000 BC</h3><p class='facts-content'>The oldest discovered letter dates back to 5000 BC in Persia. The recipient was a Persian scribe, and the letter was etched on a clay tablet.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Letters Captured History's Significant Events</h3><p class='facts-content'>Handwritten letters have recorded significant moments and events throughout history, providing us with a reliable source of personal narratives from different eras.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Postcrossing Project Revives the Joy of Receiving Handwritten Postcards</h3><p class='facts-content'>Established in 2005, the Postcrossing project allows people worldwide to send and receive postcards, promoting the joy of handwritten snail mail.</p></div></div>
National Card and Letter Writing Month is celebrated on April 1 every year. In 2024 National Card and Letter Writing Month will occur on a Monday.
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