Remember Envelopes?
The other day, I was rummaging through a box of childhood treasures (okay, maybe it was just last week, and it was definitely labeled “Stuff I Can’t Throw Away”) when I stumbled upon a stack of letters. These weren’t your typical emails printed out for archival purposes. No, these were handwritten letters, complete with smudged ink, quirky doodles in the margins, and yes, even the occasional tear stain (don’t judge, it was a dramatic break-up).
As I sat there, rereading those letters, I was hit by a wave of nostalgia so powerful it could rival the scent of my grandma’s freshly baked cookies. Each letter was a time capsule, transporting me back to a specific moment, a feeling, a memory. And it struck me: in our fast-paced, digital world, we’ve lost something truly special—the art of letter writing.
The Case for Slow Communication
Look, I love the instant gratification of a text message as much as the next person. But let’s be honest, how often do those messages hold any real weight? When was the last time you printed out a text conversation to treasure for years to come? (And no, screenshotting your ex’s last message before you blocked them doesn’t count.)
Handwritten letters are different. They’re tangible expressions of our thoughts and feelings. They take time and effort—the good kind of effort, the kind that says, “You’re important enough for me to slow down for.”
There’s a certain magic in the process itself. The careful selection of stationery. The way your pen glides across the page, leaving behind a trail of words that flow directly from your heart. And don’t even get me started on the joy of finding the perfect stamp!
