Jan 22

One of my favorite things ever is getting mail. You would think that it was Christmas morning by how I react to having a letter in my mailbox or my tag up on the package board. Even if its a letter from my bank telling me about new credit card options I still get a huge kick out of having something to open. Theres just something so satisfying about ripping open that paper flap. I do, however, enjoy getting letters much more than pointless bank letters. Ever since I was little I've always had a problem with throwing away any birthday card, post card, thank you note, letter, and note passed to me in school. I just can't do it. I recently hung a bulletin board up in my room that I tack all of my letters I receive on to. I'm a very nostalgic person and for me letters have always been great triggers for memories of things that aren't necessarily significant, but put a smile on your face being reminded them. Contrarily, I do actually really enjoy writing letters as well. Its always nice being able to put something down on paper that you might not necessarily be able to say out loud. Written words always have so much more meaning. When something is written, it's permanent which I think is both intimidating and beautiful. I've decided to invest in envelopes and stamps and start sending out letters. I could easily send an e-mail but you don't get to rip open an e-mail which is just flat out boring. What I really want to do is send a letter at least once every other week. If you want me to send you a letter, send me your address and I will gladly get to work on writing you one. I've definitely committed to a lot of challenges for this year but this one seems very worth while and enjoyable.