The hand written note compared to E-Mail is like Mom’s home cooking to McDonalds. If you receive a hand written envelope in the mail, do you open the computer printed that misspelled your name first? Emily Post (no pun intended) I’m not, but I keep a supply of stationary, cards, and an address book in my desk. Do the words manners, polite, and civil have meaning in the 21st century?
Am I a wuzzie? Back during the war, the Marine Corps taught me that if it took more than 3 minutes on the phone, send a letter. Miss Manners didn’t say that, the finest fighting force in the world did.
E. TNX 4 FUD. TX ME
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Did Mrs Ejacapulet., My wife and I would like to thank you again for the wonderful meal. Although the dinner was great, the lively conversation kept us laughing all the way home. Hope to have you over soon. Thank you, Roger and Grace.
Wow, that was quite a post, Lew. I’m in agreement though, the personal touch makes all the difference. And I sometimes feel sorry for the younger generation because I have boxes of handwritten letters that I’ve saved and love reading. And the sender’s handwriting brings a mental image of them that a printed out email or text just won’t do.
Lewreader, I agree with you regarding the handwritten note.
With respect, I would like to point out that your use of “Although” sends a mixed message as it is a word used mostly for contrast. In essence, you are starting a thought that implies a negative in its conclusion. I suggest not using the conjunction at all and directly state your feelings:
Just the other day, I received a nice hand-written thank you note from someone I cross stitched a beautiful baby gift for. Nothing warms the heart more than someone actually showing thoughtful appreciation for something you’ve done for them, no matter how big or small.
ejcapulet about 14 years ago
I’m cool with the demise of the hand-written note.
lewisbower about 14 years ago
The hand written note compared to E-Mail is like Mom’s home cooking to McDonalds. If you receive a hand written envelope in the mail, do you open the computer printed that misspelled your name first? Emily Post (no pun intended) I’m not, but I keep a supply of stationary, cards, and an address book in my desk. Do the words manners, polite, and civil have meaning in the 21st century?
Am I a wuzzie? Back during the war, the Marine Corps taught me that if it took more than 3 minutes on the phone, send a letter. Miss Manners didn’t say that, the finest fighting force in the world did.
E. TNX 4 FUD. TX ME
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Did Mrs Ejacapulet., My wife and I would like to thank you again for the wonderful meal. Although the dinner was great, the lively conversation kept us laughing all the way home. Hope to have you over soon. Thank you, Roger and Grace.
ladyryln about 14 years ago
Thank you Lewreader - it is good to know that there are others who still realize that a real message, with full spelling of the words, is appreciated.
gobblingup Premium Member about 14 years ago
Wow, that was quite a post, Lew. I’m in agreement though, the personal touch makes all the difference. And I sometimes feel sorry for the younger generation because I have boxes of handwritten letters that I’ve saved and love reading. And the sender’s handwriting brings a mental image of them that a printed out email or text just won’t do.
rw1h about 14 years ago
Nicely put, Lewreader………….Couldn’t agree more.
marccpaige about 14 years ago
Lewreader, I agree with you regarding the handwritten note.
With respect, I would like to point out that your use of “Although” sends a mixed message as it is a word used mostly for contrast. In essence, you are starting a thought that implies a negative in its conclusion. I suggest not using the conjunction at all and directly state your feelings:
“‘Dinner was great and the lively conversation…”
kind regards
Gretchen's Mom about 14 years ago
Just the other day, I received a nice hand-written thank you note from someone I cross stitched a beautiful baby gift for. Nothing warms the heart more than someone actually showing thoughtful appreciation for something you’ve done for them, no matter how big or small.
rgcviper about 14 years ago
Wow, Lew. Very nice. I agree 100%, too.