The other day I decided I needed to pick up some cards for various occasions. And, when I actually have the time to do so, I can spend a lot of time looking at cards. I used to get “just because” and “thinking of you” cards all of the time when I was younger, because I loved giving and sending cards. When I look back on it, I guess you could say it was a hobby of mine.
Why did I enjoy shopping for and giving cards – and still do? I suppose I like the idea of sharing my feelings by conveying a funny or touching message. I am always impressed by how many cards make me laugh or make me feel good by just reading them. I can tell people the same things that are found in cards, but I think it is nice to have a tangible piece of paper to go with it. Something to keep as a reminder that you were thought of on a certain occasion.
I have sometimes wished that I could be a greeting card writer. How fun would that be to create things that make people feel good? However, ultimately it probably takes a lot of effort to make a few great cards out of a lot of bad ones.
How about you? Do you like looking at and shopping for greeting cards? Do you like giving and sending cards? Do you like receiving cards? Participating in any of these activities can be an easy and simple way to connect with others. Of course, there are greeting cards online, so if you have internet you don’t even have to leave home to send them. My hope is that even if you don’t send cards, perhaps you can think about and/or find ways to let people know that you are thinking about them.