Why this Generation (More than Ever) Should Keep Writing Handwritten Love Letters
I wish I had started this tradition with both of my children when they was small. Now, my parents are gone and they have nothing from them. The stories they used to tell us aren’t the same when retold by me.
Everyone has probably received a text, tweet or snap from someone expressing their love & appreciation that looked something like this…
I love you….
But when is the last time you actually received a handwritten love letter or any letter for that matter? Snail mail has become almost vintage, being replaced by halfhearted birthday posts, never-ending group texts, and swarming emails.
But award-winning author and literacy advocate, Carew Papritz, says it’s not too late to save this quaint form of affection
“In this fast paced technology-drenched world, we must not forget the things that matter the most.”You don’t have to be a writer to create personal notes and it’s easier than you think to get started…”
says Papritz who declares that writing a handwritten love letter has more benefits to your relationship than you may realize!
Love letters are an act of selflessness, which this generation sometimes lacks. The feeling of receiving a letter with the actual handwriting of someone you love is very comforting. Love letters are rare, tangible & the best part is you get to choose what to say and how to say it. Every letter is different; some emotional, some funny, some sad…the important part is that your words are genuine.
Affectionately known as “The Cowboy Philosopher,” Carew’s bestselling book,The Legacy Letters is a heartwarming and inspirational story told through a series of deeply personal letters that ultimately become—“A Love Story about Life.” Carew aims to teach this technology-filled generation the benefits of going back to the basics of love and life.
Sending text messages and emails will never clear out, but personal words on paper are often saved and tucked away, becoming a cherished memory to be revisited through the years.
TALKING POINTS:
- How letter writing helps your relationship
- Why this generation should not let the art of letter writing die
- Tips for writing the perfect love letter
ABOUT CAREW PAPRITZ:
As part of his many innovative and adventurous first-ever book signings, Carew truly lives his book’s central message to “live life to the fullest” while signing books on top of volcanoes and horses. These events and other YouTube videos, such as the “I Love to Read” series and his annual literacy-driven charity event, “The Great Book Balloon Launch,” inspire kids and adults to rediscover the joy of reading! Proceeds of the summer’s sales of The Legacy Letters went to the Make-a-Wish Foundation. Proceeds from his recent “First-Ever Book Signing while Stomping Grapes” went to the Seattle Children’s Hospital. Other charities include Reading is Fundamental and the Military Mama’s Network. Find his videos at: http://bit.ly/CarewPapritz_YouTube_Channel
Thank you,
Glenda, Charlie and David Cates
