National Today. People around the world celebrate Pen Pal Day on June 1 with great excitement. The rich tradition of making pen pals continues even today despite social media. People love writing and reading letters from friends.
Pen Pal Day is an excellent way to learn about people from different countries and cultures and can help you to connect with new pen pals from around the world. The trend of making pen pals itself started during the s. In , a society named Student Letter Exchange was formed to help people find suitable pen pals. Many pen pal companies back in the day charged a fee for their services. They would assist people in finding a suitable pen friend according to their likes, dislikes, and personality.
During the s, newspapers and magazines started columns dedicated to pen friends. Today, one can also find pen friends through online communities and social media like Facebook and Reddit. National Pen Pal Day is a fantastic way to make your pen friends feel special and loved. Pen pals share personalized gifts and messages with each other on this day. A pen pal can be from any part of the world and, in most cases, it is not necessary to meet them in person.
You interact with them through letters. Australian-American writer Geraldine Brooks' memoir showcases her journey of meeting childhood pen friends. No, making pen pals is generally a fun and safe way to make new friends all across the globe. You also need to make sure that your letters are written respectfully and courteously. There are various websites and groups on Facebook that let you connect with those who are looking for a pen pal like PenPal World, Wattpad, International Pen Friends, Student Letter Exchange, Penpals Now, Sassociations, Postcrossing, and Interpals.
Your first letter should contain your basic details such as name, age, and hobbies. You can write about your life experiences to initiate interesting conversations with your pen pal. Calligraphy is a great way to stylize simple handwritten letters. You can either use wooden pens that are used by professional calligraphists or a regular ink pen instead.
