Last week I received a special email: a note from Postcrossing congratulating me on my 17th anniversary with the project. Seventeen years! When you think about the fact that Postcrossing itself is celebrating its 20th birthday, it means I’ve been part of this amazing community for most of its life. That’s a long journey of […]
Category Archives: personal small business owner’s life
personal small business owner's life, Small business
What to Write on a Postcrossing Postcard? (10 real ideas)
09
Sep
Sep
I’ve lost count of how many times I’ve sat down with a postcard, pen in hand, address already written, stamp licked… and then thought: “But what do I actually write?” Quick note before we start: I always read the recipient’s Postcrossing profile first. Most people leave hints about what they enjoy (some even list specific […]
08
Aug
Aug
Alright, folks, World Postcard Day is coming up, and you know what that means: it’s time to send a little piece of joy through the mail. Every year, on October 1st, we celebrate the simple art of postcards, the kind of thing that makes your day 100% better when you check the mail and find […]
personal small business owner's life, Small business
How to Restart a Creative Hobby After a Long Break
24
Jun
Jun
So… you haven’t written a postcard in months. Your washi tape is collecting dust. You open your journal, stare at the first blank page, and quietly close it again. First of all, welcome back. You’re not late. You’re not behind. You’re just here. And that’s enough to begin again. Let’s be honest, even the hobbies […]