13 letters to write today

Thank someone who doesn’t expect it: your child’s teacher, your barista, your yoga instructor, your postie To someone who lives in the same house as you, telling them what you appreciate about them The words that don’t come easily face-to-face To a former teacher, to let them know what you remember about their class, and how it mattered to you Say hello to a friend who isn’t on Facebook; enclose photographs An invitation to your next catch- up with a friend, instead of texting Write down your memories, so that future generations can know what your life was like A letter to your neighbour, telling them how much you enjoy their holiday decorations Write to your foodloving friend and share your favourite recipe A letter of love and support to someone who is going through a difficult time, or who is in hospital To leaders and politicians to advocate for positive change Congratulate someone on their achievements: a graduation, a new job, a deadline met, a difficult decision made To your mother or father, sharing the story of something they did or said to you in your childhood that made you feel special and loved