One very positive element of the isolation during the pandemic was the opportunity to actually watch some lovely English programs on Acorn. I am sure we are not alone in the sense that with hundreds of channels and only measured blocks of time to view the programming, we often bounced from one channel to the next, watching nothing. Those large blocks of free time were an incentive to explore, to investigate, to immerse in a bit of escapism. While it is nearly impossible for me to just sit and watch something on television, there were actually a few programs, some mentioned here before, that I did just that. Maybe a bit of yarn in my hands, but actually enjoying the offering.
The Flower Letters, HERE are admittedly a bit of an indulgence, but a very interesting and different experience for me. My book collections, from needlework, cooking, etc. is significant but I have never done anything like this. Let me explain, letters, you know the ones, written and sent in an envelope, with a stamp? Few and far between in recent years. I am just as much to blame, I have had great intentions of being more thoughtful with the written word, but alas, I have failed.
When this opportunity presented itself via a Facebook ad if you can imagine, I was curious. My first letter arrived the other day. At first, I thought it was another one of those envelopes that appear on the face to be a real letter from a real person sent to me. But so many have come recently, one for an invitation to a "free" gourmet meal to listen to investment advice. (How do I tell these people that at my age if I have not invested in a good plan by now, it is probably too late!) another from some hearing aid people who live in the valley and believe it or not some very thoughtful Jehovah Witnesses who no longer visit in person so as to conform to the pandemic guidelines, I thought that was really rather nice of them.
So, when my "Letter" arrived I almost tossed it. I don't know what I expected but there it was, on real paper addressed from Utah. I don't know anyone from Utah, how was I to remember that when I signed on? Anyway, talk about fun! Included in my first letter were two interesting post-card type things that are actually a bit of a guide, an introduction of sorts to my story. There is a pretty little flower sticker, and two typed pages in a handwriting type of script. Front and back, 4 pages to read. I sat down in my favorite bedroom chair with a cup of tea and read my first letter. I think this is going to be good.
Now the plan is that you receive two letters per month with little doo-dads tucked in the envelope as well. I have been debating how I will collect and store these. I have pondered a few ideas then nixed them. I may try to find a tin or a box that will hold them, you know, like recipe cards. Each book lasts a year, that is 24 letters in all, but you can cancel the subscription at any time if you are not satisfied.
Have I piqued your interest? I am not compensated in any way, but I just wanted to share this little tid-bit. When I get around to a plan on how I will collect these, I will let you know. Some quick little photos will follow as well. So as not to infringe on copyright laws, I cannot copy from their site, but the link does provide great photos, descriptions of the books available, and other information,
Have a lovely day, read a good book in your free time, or write a letter. I am currently researching to find some nice stationary that does not cost a fortune to share with you just in case you get the urge to put pen to paper with a little bit of elegance!
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