My timing to send birthday cards used to be very late. I could have invested in a belated line of birthday greetings. However, I have found something that simplifies my life.
When you are honest with yourself, does it really matter if a card from a friend far away has a catchy poem or a heartwarming greeting? I personally love to hear news or at least a sentence in the person's own words. Receiving a card shows me the person has thought about me; hearing news is a little like being with him/her.
My simplifying idea has been to purchase a lot of handmade cards at craft shows. There are no greetings written inside, but that is easily remedied. These cards can be employed for any occasion. Because there is a supply on hand, I am only occasionally late with sending greetings. I buy in bulk sometimes to get the best price, or at some craft shows, if you are shopping near the end of the craft show, prices decrease. I don't come up with catchy phrases, but can write a heartfelt note from me and let the person know what's been going on, just as if we'd had a conversation.
Just an idea for you, but it saves lots of time, money, and trips to the card store. That's simplifying!
Out of commission again! This time it was a sick child - trips to 2 different Dr.'s - 2 trips to the ER. She's fine now (I think - recheck tomorrow).
ReplyDeleteBut still found a little time to simplify. 6 empty boxes given to an ebaying friend and 1 lego set put in the donate box.