#lhnotes

We recently received some lovely handwritten words from an address that was quite familiar to me, and which always evokes a warm feeling in my heart.

Michelle in Oregon is a pal, a big heart, and a fellow letter lover. She had these great words to share:

Spring 2016

Dear the lovely folks at LHN,

I have been a fan of your mission and work, but this is my first time writing. I’ll be honest that I don’t know what to say, so I will share my thoughts about the “super bloom” in Death Valley. It is the driest place in North America, but is currently alive with millions of dormant wildflower seeds. It makes me think that the grass is most green where it receives water, and in life the grass in another yard doesn’t need to be greener. We have the capability to water and nurture plants (and relationships) if we put in the work.

Sending well wishes and adoration,

Michelle

Many thanks to the lovely Michelle for the lovely words. Do you have any random thoughts, tidbits of wisdom, or poetic words looking for some ears? Send them our way!

Lovely Handwritten Notes P.O. Box 2674 Washington, D.C. 20013 United States of America

I’m not sure about others, but this time of the year can sure feel busy and stressful sometimes. There are a million different things calling for your attention and time. It can feel a bit too much, and sometimes I get to thinking about what things I could remove from my to do list to help lessen the load. Sometimes I wonder if I can keep up this project...

I’ll take this time to first say how awesome my partner on the project is! Allison has been creating steady posts for the site even in times of my absence. She brings forth a joy, intelligence, curiosity, creativity, and friendship that is to be admired. Allison is a gift to collaborate with—THANK YOU, Allison!

And now, I’ll mention the other thing that keeps this project going, what makes me smile and know that it’s worth all of the moments I spend with it—YOUR LETTERS!

Like this one we received recently:

I can only hope that the lovely handwritten notes we send to those who request them leave their receivers with as big of smiles as yours leave me. When I read your letters, I feel rejuvenated, hopeful, happy, loved, embraced, understood.

I love this project because it reminds me that there are people out there in the world who take time to send handwritten letters like this one to complete strangers. I love this project because it connects the hearts and souls of people around the world. I love this project because it beckons us to slow down for a minute.

I love this project because of all of you. THANK YOU. Your letters are pure light.