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Writing a letter can be a simple mindful practice that benefits you and your recipient. Take a moment to go analog with letter writing.
A New Calendar, a New Year, and Plenty of Reasons to Write
A new Hobonichi planner, a favorite pen, and a year waiting to be filled. I’ve already started marking my 2027 calendar with special days celebrating letter writing, postcards, fountain pens, and the postal service. Here are a few dates worth remembering, along with some thoughts on making more time for handwritten correspondence.
Are We Buying Letters Instead of Writing Them?
What began as a charming $5 monthly letter subscription became a collection of increasingly expensive mailings, some of which lost their personal touch. A reflection on the business of correspondence, our longing for connection, and the simple joy of writing a letter ourselves.
Writing Letters With My Mom
After my mother died, my sister and I found ourselves looking at the cards and letters she had displayed in her room. Those small pieces of mail became a powerful reminder that a few handwritten words can mean far more than we ever realize.
Have an Idea for a U.S. Postage Stamp? Meet the People Who Help Decide
Have you ever wondered who decides what appears on a U.S. postage stamp—or wished a particular person, event, or cause had its own stamp? The USPS Citizens’ Stamp Advisory Committee reviews ideas from the public, and anyone can submit a suggestion by mail. Here’s how the process works.
Why Wait? You Don’t Need a Reply Before You Write a Letter
Finished replying to all your letters? That doesn’t mean you have no one left to write to. Correspondence doesn’t have to begin with a reply—you can write first, reconnect with someone, or simply send an unexpected note to let someone know they crossed your mind.
Famous Letters in History: How Written Words Changed the World
Before email, text messages, and social media, handwritten letters carried some of the most important words ever written. Letters announced discoveries, expressed love, offered comfort, defended human rights, and recorded daily life during historic events. Today,...
Discover Down the Rabbit Hole at the Grand Opening of Peddlers Passage
Discover Down the Rabbit Hole, a curious collection of fountain pens, stationery, handmade paper goods, vintage treasures, and writing accessories now open inside Peddlers Passage. Join us for the Grand Opening and explore unique finds that celebrate the art of handwritten correspondence. Every purchase supports the nonprofit mission of the Arizona Correspondence Society, helping preserve the joy of letter writing for future generations.
A Community Without Cost: Why Arizona Correspondence Society Is Free to Join
At the Arizona Correspondence Society, we believe that the joy of letter writing should be accessible to everyone. That’s why we’ve made it a core part of our mission to never charge for membership. In a world where subscriptions and fees are common, we’ve chosen a...
Letter Socials: Where You Enjoy Snail Mail
Looking for a warm, welcoming space to write letters, meet fellow paper lovers, and enjoy some mindful creativity? Join us at one of our Arizona Correspondence Society Letter Socials—free and open to all who love snail mail! Whether you’re a seasoned letter writer or...
Arizona Correspondence Society Supports New Legislation to Restore USPS Stability
The Arizona Correspondence Society, a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting the art of letter writing, has voiced its support for the USPS SERVES US Act. The USPS SERVES US Act, a new bill aimed at restoring financial stability and improving the U.S. Postal...