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The holidays are a season of connection — and this year, make those connections intentional and deeply personal. In an age of instant messages and mass notifications, taking the time to write by hand is a simple, powerful way to show someone they matter. Handwritten letters, notes, and greeting cards carry your voice, your pen strokes, and your heart in a way nothing digital can replicate. Send Christmas cards with a personal note or letter inside. Whether the recipient lives

National Letter Writing Day on December 7th celebrates the timeless practice of writing personal letters, notes, and greeting cards—a tradition that embodies sincerity, effort, and emotional depth, distinguishing it deeply from the impersonal nature of digital communication such as emails, texts, and social media posts. The Importance of Writing Personal Letters, Notes, and Greeting Cards Emotional Significance and Sincerity   Handwritten correspondence requires a physical ac

This holiday season I wanted to remind you how powerful a simple, personal touch can be.  Sending personalized Christmas and Holiday cards to customers, colleagues, employees, vendors, family and friends does more than share warm wishes — it strengthens relationships, builds trust, and humanizes your brands. A personal touch handwritten note shows you value the person behind the transaction. For customers, a thoughtful card differentiates you from automated communications and

In a world of endless texts, e-mails and instant messages, automated replies, and algorithm-driven communication, handwritten notes still carry a rare and powerful voice.  My new book, INK: Discover the Power of the Pen in a Digital World, is a reminder that the simple act of putting pen to paper can create connection, convey sincerity, and leave a lasting impression.  This is more than nostalgia — it’s a practical, human-centered practice that strengthens relationships in bu

What a wonderful evening — and what a week. We celebrated the release of INK: Discover the Power of the Pen in a Digital World with a warm and fun release party as we counted down to the book’s official launch on Tuesday, November 4th. Friends and family gathered to toast the idea that the pen still matters, even in this fast paced digital world. Our home was full of stories, laughter, reflection and the kind of conversation that inspired this book. Hearing real-life memories

These written correspondence carry pieces of someone’s heart — thoughtfully chosen words on paper that we can keep and return to when we need hope, encouragement, reflection, and joy. Unlike impersonal texts, emails and social media indtant messages  these tangible notes become lasting treasures that unlock memories. One note changed everything for me. In the final days of his battle with cancer, my childhood best friend John Amos hand-wrote in his cursive handwriting a simpl

With only 7 days remaining until the launch of INK: Discover the Power of the Pen in a Digital World, I want to take a moment to share a glimpse of what this journey has entailed and what you can expect from the book, set to release on Tuesday, November 4th, in Houston, TX. Writing this book has been a long time coming—years, in fact. It took me 14 months from start to finish to not only write but also navigate the process of publishing. The courage to share my words with the

In today's digital world, where instant messaging dominates, the joy of receiving a handwritten note has become a rare treat. This simple act, whether it’s a greeting card or a personal letter, offers a warmth and thoughtfulness that emails and texts often lack. The psychological benefits behind these notes are profound, evoking emotions such as gratitude, connection, and overall well-being. When someone receives a handwritten note, it goes beyond mere words on a page; it sym

Welcome back to the Power of the Pen Blog series for my new book, INK: Discover the Power of the Pen in a Digital World releasing TUESDAY NOVEMBER 4TH! In this  entry, we’ll explore Chapter One, "The Evolution of Written Communication," which highlights the enduring significance of writing, especially by hand, in our increasingly digital world. A Journey Through Time Written communication has been a crucial aspect of human interaction for millennia, bridging thoughts and feel

Welcome to the third  installment of my Power of the Pen Blog Series dedicated to exploring my new book, INK: Discover the Power of the...

Today, September 1st, marks World Letter Writing Day, a special occasion dedicated to celebrating the art of handwritten communication....

Hello everyone! In this week’s blog, I want to give you a behind-the-scenes view of everything that’s happening as we prepare for the...

WELCOME TO MY BLOG! INK: Discover the Power of the Pen in a Digital World My goal for this blog is to revive the art of handwritten...