Sending postcards to friends, family, or loved ones can be a great way to show your affection, as well as give people an idea of where you are.Understanding the layout of postcards will ensure that your note reaches the correct person.Knowing how to send a postcard that captures your trip without running out of room will make it worthwhile for both of you.
Step 1: Pick a postcard that represents you.
Picking out a postcard image is one of the best parts of postcard writing.Think about the person you are sending the postcard to and decide which image they would prefer.There are postcards at any souvenir store, grocery store or on the streets of popular tourist areas.
Step 2: On the left side of the postcard, write a message.
The postcard needs to be flipped over.There is a vertical line down the middle of the card with a blank space on the left and a lined space in the right.You can write your address on the lined space to the right of the line.Their full name, address, area code, state and country are included.The postal service won't look on the front of the postcard for information.Make your writing legible.If it gets wet, use a ballpoint pen rather than a felt tip pen.
Step 3: The top right of the postcard has a stamp on it.
You can purchase stamps from banks, post offices, and gas stations.If you need a stamp from your home country, you can order them online.Put the stamp in the outlined box on the top right of the postcard.Stamp purchases can be made at any post office.You need to put the stamp in the back of the postcard.The card is more likely to get lost if it is put anywhere else.
Step 4: The date should be written on the back of the postcard.
This is a great way for people to remember when they received their postcard.You can write the city or place you are writing from under the date.You can write: July 4, 2017: Grand Canyon, Arizona.
Step 5: On the left side, greet the recipient.
A greeting will make your recipient feel appreciated and special, while also giving the postcard a letter-esque feel.There is room on the back of the postcard for a note below the greeting.Write "Dear, (name)" if you want to be formal.You could start with "Hello, (name)" if you want to be less formal.
Step 6: On the left side, write your message.
The message must be short and sweet in order for postcards to be exciting.When writing on the left side of the postcard, be sure to give yourself enough space and plan what you are going to write.In the middle of a thought, you don't want to run out of space.
Step 7: Take a moment to remember your favorite day of your trip.
It is difficult to recount your entire trip because postcards are small.You don't need to run out of space if you describe your favorite day or memory.Tell the recipient what you loved about the day and what made it stand out to you.Be aware of how much room you have but add as many details as possible.Limit your description to the Grand Canyon if the card is from there.You can always send postcards from other places.
Step 8: Say something touching.
Tell the person you miss them, and that you are looking forward to seeing them again.It's a good idea to start your postcard with "I've been thinking about you."I wish you were with me.
Step 9: Let the person know how the weather is.
If it rained or snowed, or if the weather has been beautiful, tell us about it.Giving the recipient an idea of the weather will make them feel closer to you.
Step 10: Tell me about your favorite meal on the trip.
Let them know where you ate the meal, what you ordered, and how it tasted.Getting into detail about the specific meal you ate will give them a vivid image of your trip and allow them to relate to your experiences in a new way.If the location is famous for something, this is a great idea.
Step 11: With your future plans in mind, end the postcard.
Sending a postcard letting the recipient know your plans is always a good idea.They will know where you will be in the future if you make a short itinerary of the rest of your trip.If you want to head home soon, end the card with, "I can't wait to see you!"
Step 12: Don't write about anything that is personal.
Anyone who picks up your postcard will be able to see what you have written.Personal bank information, intimate secrets, and anything that could be used to steal your identity should not be written.
Step 13: Do not write on the right side of the postcard.
Keeping your writing on the left side of the postcard is very important.The address on the right side of the postcard could make it hard to read and throw off the post office.If you have too much to write about, you can send a letter.Write a longer message in a letter if you want to keep the message short.
Step 14: If you will be in one place for a while, add a return address.
The return address is on the top of the postcard.The return address of your next destination should be written on the postcard.If you know where you will be in the future, return addresses are the best.
Step 15: Write clearly, especially with addresses.
Bad handwriting can cause the post office to send a postcard to the wrong place.If you are worried about your handwriting, you can practice writing the address in print on scrap paper.It's a good idea to write the address of the recipient and the return address in the same sentence.If your recipient can read the note, it doesn't have to be very neat.
Step 16: You can use the sample postcards for inspiration.
You can get a sample Postcard to Family Support.You can get a sample Postcard to Boyfriend Support.You can get a sample postcard to friend support.