Have you ever received a greeting card in the mail and felt an instant surge of joy? It’s like a warm hug from a friend, a little piece of happiness that brightens your day.

Thinking of You Week is September 18th – 24th this year! It’s the perfect time to send handwritten notes just to tell someone you are thinking of them. Take the challenge and send 7 cards in 7 days!

Who to send cards to?

Seven people sounds like A LOT of people! To prepare for Thinking of You Week start by making a list of people who you’d like to send a card. It’s easier than it seems!

Here is a list of ideas for 7 people you can send cards to:

  • Family
    • That one aunt you’ve been meaning to text back
    • A sibling
    • Your dad
  • Friends
    • Your bestie
    • The one you text back a month later
    • The one you haven’t talked to in awhile 
  • Co-workers
    • Bob from accounting
    • Your work bestie
    • Your boss!
  • A community member
    • Your 4th grade teacher
    • Your high school art teacher
    • Your mail-person
    • A mentor
    • Veterans at your local VA “Veterans Affairs” Hospital
  • A senior neighbor
    • The one that yells at your to get off his lawn
    • The one who watches over your house when you’re away
    • Residents of a local care home
  • An emergency medical worker
    • That overnight nurse who took care of you in the emergency room that one time.
    • The fire fighter who saved a cat from that tall tree. (Your local fire station)
  • Someone you talk to all the time
    • Your grandma
    • Your mom
  • Just someone you’ve been thinking of
    • Your best friend from 8th grade art class
    • An old co-worker

Writing a Memorable Message

Now comes the fun part: writing your message! Don’t be afraid to get a little cheesy or sentimental. After all, it’s the thought that counts. If you’re stuck on what to write, a simple “Thinking of you!” will do just fine. 

Here is a list of ideas for what to write in your Thinking of You card:

  • Sending you warm thoughts and good vibes.
  • Thinking of you and hoping this card brings a smile to your day.
  • Grateful for our friendship and sending warm wishes your way.
  • Sending you a mail hug!
  • Thinking of you today.
  • Remember when we [insert memory]? Those moments always bring a smile to my face, just like you do.
  • No special occasion needed to brighten your day. Sending you a little happiness, just because!
  • Hope this brings a smile to your face.
  • Friendship doesn’t need a reason to be celebrated. Grateful for you, just because.
  • Here’s a smile for you, just because.

The most important thing to remember is to HAVE FUN!

Here are a few of my favorite Just Because cards from Grey Street Paper:

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