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If you’ve read here for any length of time, you know that I am a passionate supporter of keeping snail mail alive! This is a monthly series that I hope will inspire you to start putting thoughts on paper. There’s nothing like finding a handwritten note among the piles of bills and junk mail.
August 1 // Sisters Day
Sisters Day is traditionally celebrated on the first Sunday in August. This is the time to tell her how much you love and appreciate her. Don’t forget your sister-in-law, sorority sisters, even the religious nuns you know!
A few cards created by small businesses:
- Best Sister Ever Card by DesignLM
- Best Sister Card by Always Sparkle Art
- To My Blooming Lovely Sister Greeting Card by Willow and Green Shop
- You Are The Sister I Got To Choose Card by Printsnickety
August 9 // Book Lover’s Day
Book Lovers Day is the perfect day for relaxing in the shade with a good book. Celebrate with your fellow bibliophiles by passing along a recent read or something on their wish list. I’m sure a bookstore gift card would be loved too!
A few cards created by small businesses:
- Book Obsessed: Book Lovers Postcards by MN John
- Bookshop Illustrated Greeting Card by Emily Nelson Shop
- Literarily The Best Greeting Card by Lily and Val
- Library Note Card Set by D and A Cards
August 16 // National Tell a Joke Day
This one is so fun! Send a letter filled with your favorite jokes – the cornier, the better! Kids will love to join in on this one.
A few cards created by small businesses:
- I’m So Happy You Popped Into My Life Card by Thach Company
- Acorny Joke Pun Card by RH Creative Co.
- You’re Eggcellent Card by Capturing Christine
August 21 // National Honey Bee Awareness Day
The third Saturday in August is dedicated to the bees! This day was established in 2009 for beekeepers, as a way to promote honey and to encourage educational programs. Thankfully, we can participate too. Send a letter with a few (bee-friendly) flower seeds tucked inside or pass along your favorite jar of local honey.
A few cards created by small businesses:
- Bumble Bee Note Card Set by Twigs Paper
- You’re the Bee’s Knees Greeting Card by Phoebe and June
- Bee and Flower Illustrated Card by Joanna Garcia Art
- Just Bee-Cause Card by Melanie Jean Market
August 26 // National Dog Day
National Dog Day has two goals: to honor dogs, and to rescue dogs from homelessness and abuse. Today would be a great day to support your local animal shelter.
A few cards created by small businesses:
- “Bark Ruff Woof” Card by Tyler’s Workshop
- The Dog Park Card by Diana Cook Studio
- Gruff Pawtraits has cards for almost every breed of dog!
All great reasons! I would love any of the dog ones!