That Time I Went Crazy and Handwrote 580 Letters to My Facebook Friends

In a fit of nostalgia and perhaps temporary insanity, I decided to handwrite personalized letters to all 580 of my Facebook friends. I had always been a bit of a letter writer, but this was on a whole other level. It was a crazy idea, but I was determined to do it.

Dear Dana: That time I went crazy and wrote all 580 of my Facebook friends a handwritten letter

by Amy Weinland Daughters

4.8 out of 5

Language	:	English
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I started by gathering my supplies. I bought reams of paper, envelopes, and stamps. I also invested in a good quality pen that wouldn't smudge or bleed through the paper. Then I set up a dedicated writing space in my living room, where I could spread out my materials and get to work.

The first few letters were easy. I wrote to my closest friends and family members, people I knew well and had lots to say to. But as I got further down the list, the letters became more challenging. I had to think long and hard about what to say to each person. I wanted each letter to be unique and personal, but I also didn't want to spend hours writing each one.

Eventually, I developed a system. I started by brainstorming a list of topics that I could write about. This included things like shared memories, recent life events, funny stories, and words of encouragement. Then, I would choose a few topics for each letter and write about them in a conversational style. I also made sure to include a handwritten note at the end of each letter, thanking the person for being my friend.

As I wrote, I started to feel a sense of connection with my friends. It was like I was having a conversation with each person, even though I was writing to them on paper. I also started to appreciate the art of handwritten letters. There's something special about receiving a letter that someone has taken the time to write by hand. It's a tangible reminder of the relationship between the sender and the recipient.

After several weeks of hard work, I finally finished writing all 580 letters. I was exhausted, but I was also incredibly proud of what I had accomplished. I had handwritten a letter to each and every one of my Facebook friends, and I had reconnected with them in a way that I never could have through social media.

The response to the letters was overwhelmingly positive. My friends were touched and surprised to receive a handwritten letter from me. They wrote back to me with their own letters, emails, and texts. They shared their own memories and stories, and they thanked me for taking the time to write to them.

The experience of writing 580 handwritten letters was one of the most rewarding things I have ever done. It was a lot of work, but it was worth it. I reconnected with old friends, made new friends, and learned a lot about myself in the process.

If you're thinking about writing a handwritten letter to someone, I encourage you to do it. It's a great way to show someone how much you care.

Here are a few tips for writing handwritten letters:

• Start by brainstorming a list of topics that you can write about.
• Choose a few topics for each letter and write about them in a conversational style.
• Be sure to include a handwritten note at the end of each letter, thanking the person for being your friend.
• Don't be afraid to let your personality shine through in your writing.
• Take your time and enjoy the process.

I hope this article has inspired you to write a handwritten letter to someone special in your life. It's a small gesture that can make a big difference.

Dear Dana: That time I went crazy and wrote all 580 of my Facebook friends a handwritten letter

by Amy Weinland Daughters

4.8 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	1269 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	308 pages
X-Ray for textbooks	:	Enabled

FREE