Notes and letters
Five minutes, one pen, a note they'll keep.
Plain-English guides to thank-you notes and letter writing: what to say for every occasion, when to send it, how to address the envelope, and how to make writing notes a habit.
Dear Aunt June,
Thank you for the blue scarf. It's the exact color of the lake at your cabin, and I've worn it every cold morning this week.
I hope we can walk that lake path together this spring.
With love,
Sam
15 note-writing guides
The basics
Writing and sending
Make it a habit
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The Thank-You Note Starter
A five-part note template, a log of gifts and thank-yous sent, a calendar of birthdays and occasions, an address list and pages to practice on.
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