That's Write!

April is National Card and Letter Writing Month. This may seem like a lost art in the days of quick, misspelled online notes, but this is the month to revisit the practice!

When everything is emailed, texted, or tweeted, it's refreshing to receive something handwritten. It's true what your mother told you - a written thank-you note truly is appreciated. I always love getting a note penned by someone's familiar hand.

So who can you write a card or letter to this month? A website I found gives you several different ways to send a note to a U.S. military hero; give it a try by clicking here. Or why not write a note of appreciation to someone else in your life - family member, coworker, friend? I guarantee you'll be met with nothing but thankfulness, probably even happy surprise!

As you're practicing handwriting something other than a grocery list, check out these books available in the Lackawanna County Library System:

For Adults:

Jack Kerouac and Allen Ginsberg: The Letters
Just a Note to Say: The Perfect Words for Every Occasion by Florence Isaacs
Yours Ever: People and Their Letters by Thomas Mallon

For Kids:

Courduroy Writes a Letter by Alison Inches
How to Write Letters and Emails by Celia Warren
Sincerely Yours: Writing Your Own Letter by Nancy Loewen

Happy Writing!
Laura
On behalf of the ACL