― Ralph Waldo Emerson
The art of saying "thank you" is vanishing. Carefully-written letters of gratitude have been subbed for impersonal texts and e-mails. Sure, we are all rushed, but none of us is truly so busy as to miss an opportunity to let gift-givers know we appreciate them and their thoughtfulness.
So, as you revel in the last few days of holiday lights, take some time to pause and write a note of thanks. Seeing your curling script (or perhaps chicken scratch) across a nice note card will make the recipient smile and remember why they gave you a gift in the first place.
Now I'm no Emily Post and I'm certainly guilty of a missed thank-you opportunity (or two), but I do think saying thanks is crucial. So, here's how to write a thank you note:
- Be personal and greet the giver warmly
- Be specific about the gift you were given and how you intend to use it
- Be timely and mention a future get-together with the gifter
- Be graceful and grateful. Say "thank you" again.
- Be punctual and mail the letter as quickly as you can.
How do you say thanks?
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