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A Simple Thank-You…Just Because
Writing thank-you notes has gone out of style, even when we receive a gift. But how about one that tells someone how important they are to you, how much they mean to you? Such notes are seldom written–and they should be. It’s a nice thing to do. You know that the person understands that who they are really matters to you, and they get the warm glow of feeling appreciated.
“But it takes too long, and I don’t know what to say.”
Forget that excuse. In just five minutes or less you can write a simple yet caring thank-you note. Use the template at “The 5-Minute Thank-You Note” and get writing. It’s good for you and for the person receiving it.
No Thank Yous?
I know I’m old fashioned, but I still send an occasional snail-mail card or note. I’m chagrined to realize that this is “simply is not done” any longer. Oh, a card sometimes, but not a note.
I learned that lesson this year after having attended the showers and weddings of several people in their late 20s and early 30s. I was present when one new bride and groom opened their gifts. I tried to get them to stick the cards in with the gifts, and I offered to keep a list. Both offers were ignored. I assumed that they already had a system or someone else in the room keeping track. I was wrong.
What I learned is that with this age group (that is FINALLY getting married, often after years of cohabitation and a kid or two) doesn’t concern themselves with thank-you notes. They’re appreciative, but they aren’t responders.
Maybe writing thank-you notes is a quaint custom. But I miss it.