# 1 Card Writing

Here is an easy "Ten Step Plan" for one of our favorite PEER activities: Card Writing.

1. Begin with a wonderful, yet generic statement.
Ex. There’s so much I want to say or I don’t even know where to begin…
2. Acknowledge how much time has passed. It’s preferable to pretend like it’s been a great deal of time even if it’s only been like an hour.
Ex. I can’t believe it’s already been four hours since the last card I sent…
3. Be sure to acknowledge the purpose of the card in a casual, but meaningful manner.
Ex. I just wanted to take a minute to wish you a very Happy Boxing Day (Canada only)!
4. Referring back to the beginning of the card, be sure to shorten their name in some way.
Ex. Instead of Dear Jennifer, write “Jen,”
5. You must include a significant series or list, which must also end with a “grand finale” of attributes.
Ex. There are so many reasons to celebrate. You are a ridiculous Transformers fan, you volunteer for the most peculiar activities, but, most of all, you draw incredibly disturbing clown pictures.
6. Make a suggestion for furthering your friendship, relationship, etc.
Ex. I really hope that we have an opportunity to hang out again soon.
7. Include some characteristic of theirs that you wish you had for yourself.
Ex. I really admire your ability to applaud in American Sign Language and wish that I could do that myself.
8. Be sure to conclude with something that could possibly make them cry.
Ex. You’ve always been one of my favorite people and I cannot begin to think what my life would be without you in it.
9. The sign off is clutch… Don’t mess it up!
Ex. All my heart, Lots of Love, Hugs, etc.
10. The pen you use is just as important as what your write in the card, so please choose wisely.
Hint: Do not use crayons, colored pencils, or any other medium that will take away from the meaning of the note.

Happy writing everyone!
Future posts: Thank You Notes, Choosing The Perfect Stationary, Spelling PEER With All Caps