As much as I was obsessed with Christmas and birthdays (read: gifts) growing up, I dreaded the mom-mandated thank-you letters I was forced to write after. And if you say you didn't, you're lying. The ...

Holidays, birthdays, weddings, graduations or even just because — these are all perfect opportunities to give a gift to someone you love. When you celebrate important milestones, it’s not just the ...

They came and celebrated your special day with you, and many brought or sent gifts. Thanking people for being part of one of the most important days of your life is not just good etiquette, but it's a ...

Two little words can go a long way toward mak ing someone feel appreciated. “Thank you” is a wonderful sentiment that can express gratitude any time of year. On a special occasion, however — say a ...

When it comes to planning a wedding, there is SO much to think about. From nailing down your venue to figuring our your theme, you also need to choose your flowers, find an outfit you're happy with ...

For me, the daughter of small business owners, winter and the holidays meant more family time at the dining table, not just to eat but to handwrite thank you notes to our customers. My brother would ...

A handwritten thank-you note is a special way to show appreciation, as the medium becomes part of the message. Keep your message short and sincere, and send the note within two weeks of receiving a ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. When was the last time you found a little handwritten note in your mailbox? The feel of the paper, the art of the postage stamp, ...

When was the last time you found a little handwritten note in your mailbox? The feel of the paper, the art of the postage stamp, personal penmanship, and the effort associated with getting that to a ...