Happy Birthday Mr. Lincoln!

by Heidi // February 12, 2018 // No Comments

When Abraham Lincoln was upset with someone, he would write a “hot letter” and put it aside, unsigned. He would pour out his anger into the letter – but not send it. By acknowledging his anger on paper, he was... Continue reading →

Happy World Nutella Day!

by Heidi // February 5, 2018 // No Comments

In 2004, Italy sold Nutella postage stamps to commemorate Nutella’s 50th anniversary. I grew up with Nutella, having German parents, it was a staple in our house. Continue reading →

Happy National Thank a Mail Carrier Day!

by Heidi // February 4, 2018 // No Comments

Put a thank you note out for your mail carrier today – just to let them know that they are awesome for bringing you mail that makes you smile. I don’t know about you, but I know my mail carrier... Continue reading →

Happy Groundhog Day!

by Heidi // February 2, 2018 // No Comments

“Come out and make a Shadow, That’s some shadow – believe me. I’ll stay out a while.” Will Punxsutawney Phil see his shadow? Continue reading →

Poisson d’Avril Cartes Postales (April 1st Fish Postcards)

by Heidi // April 1, 2017 // No Comments

Approximately five years ago, while shopping at a “Marché aux Vieux Papiers” (antique paper market) in Paris, France, I purchased a postcard which I found quite amusing. It was a hand-tinted photo card of a gentleman holding a large fish... Continue reading →

Tuesday Post: Receiving lots of Christmas Mail?

by Heidi // December 13, 2016 // 2 Comments

One of my greatest joys is receiving Christmas mail. I send out over 100 Christmas / Holiday cards every year (at least 75% of those are created by me and my family and sent to family and friends). Continue reading →