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THE THANK YOU THESAURUSPosted on August 07 2019
We must find time to stop and thank the people who make a difference in our lives." -JFK Adding colorful language can make a note more descriptive, fun and...
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LETTERS OF CONGRATULATION: RULES OF THUMBPosted on August 07 2019
“Success depends less on strength of body than upon strength of mind and character.” -ARNOLD PAMLER Words on paper make the best pat on the back. Although many...
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SIX REASONS TO WRITEPosted on August 07 2019
A LIFETIME KEEPSAKE... Personal handwritten notes grow rarer by the day. According to the U.S. Postal Service’s annual survey, the average home only received a personal letter once every seven...
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HOW TO EXPRESS WHO YOU ARE ON PAPERPosted on August 07 2019
“Nothing can dim the light that shines from within.” -MAYA ANGELOU A handwritten note is a work of art to be visually enjoyed by the recipient. Writing shows...
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A HOSTESS'S FOUR GOLDEN RULESPosted on August 07 2019
Many of us will find ourselves hosting friends or family in some capacity or another. Whether you are hosting a formal meal or a casual cocktail hour, these four...
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THE FLOWERS SAY WHAT?!Posted on August 07 2019
“There are always flowers for those who want to see them.” -HENRY MATISSE Beginning in the early 1700’s, the Victorian flower language, or floriography, was the pre-digital version of...
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LETTERS TO SOMEONE WHO IS ILLPosted on August 07 2019
"We're stronger in the places we've been broken." -Ernest Hemingway Sympathy takes a special form when you write to someone who is suffering from an illness or injury....
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HOW TO STUFF AN ENVELOPEPosted on March 29 2016
Recently, I received a darling note from a friend. I opened the note, carefully read the wonderful message of friendship and tossed the envelope aside. Only later did my...
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THE INTERNATIONAL LANGUAGE OF LOVE: 20 WAYS TO SAY 'I LOVE YOU'Posted on February 04 2016
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A LESSON IN LOVE... LETTERSPosted on February 03 2016
Love letters have a magical quality, expressing an intimacy and emotional bond. They are a private communication perceived to transform life, transcend time and bridge distances. They express feelings of...
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IN CLOSING: Creative Ways to Sign Your Notes & LettersPosted on January 13 2016
You can never go wrong by ending a note with 'Sincerely,' but maybe it's time to think outside the box! Try one of these creative closings for your next note or...
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THREE REASONS TO WRITE NOTES: Obligations, Occasions & OpportunitiesPosted on January 13 2016
OBLIGATIONS: NOTES THAT YOU OWE When someone dies, when you have hurt someone, or when you have been given a gift, a handwritten note is the only way to...
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The Classic Thank You Note: A tried and true formula, plus tips & tricks!Posted on January 13 2016
Thank you notes are a pillar in the world of written correspondence. They are used to show appreciation for warm hospitality, generous acts, gifts, friendship... and so much more! A classic thank you...
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ADDRESSING ENVELOPES: Using Proper Military Names & TitlesPosted on September 30 2015
Address our US Military members with the highest respect. Use the chart below from Crane & Co. to easily determine how. Also see ADDRESSING ENVELOPES: Using Proper Names...
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ADDRESSING ENVELOPES: Using Proper Names & TitlesPosted on September 30 2015
In our relaxed society, it can be difficult to remember the proper way to address people with varying titles and situations. Use the chart below from Crane &...
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WHEN TO SEND: A Guide to Timely InvitationsPosted on September 30 2015
As a general rule, we advise our clients to send party invitations 3-4 weeks in advance, wedding invitations 6-8 weeks in advance and save-the-date cards as soon as possible....
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STYLE GUIDELINES: Appropriate Clothing for Any OccasionPosted on September 29 2015
Dressing for an occasion can be a challenge. While most invitations do not specify the desired attire for an event, it may be nice to include this information so...
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