Have you been thinking about writing a letter to Grandma or Grandpa to let them know you appreciate them or to tell them Thank you for that gift they gave you?
If you’re thinking of writing that letter or note, here are some tips for writing your letter:
- Try making a handwritten letter, it means a lot to your grandparents to see your handwriting on paper.
- Use white or pastel colored paper. Avoid using neon colors, as these colors are difficult to read.
- Put your address in the left corner of your letter so your grandmother or grandfather doesn’t have to look up your address in their address book to reply to you.
- Include the date you wrote the letter, this is very important because it marks the date you wrote them.
- Always open your letter with a nice greeting like ‘Dear Grandma’ or ‘Dear Grandpa’.
- Write your thank you message or thank you note. Is named the body of your letter.
- Include a nice closing to your letter such as: Fondly yours, Fondly yours, Love, Hugs and kisses, With affection, Your loving grandson, Your loving granddaughter.
- Sign your name at the end of your letter.
- Check your letter for typos, additions, or corrections.
Example of a short letter:
Johnny be good
123 Good Apple Avenue
Oakdale, Minnesota 55123
January 9, 2013
Dear grandmother,
I hope this letter finds him in good health like the last time I saw him. I’m fine and I thought I’d take this moment to say hello and thank you for the books you gave me during our last visit. You always seem to know what kind of books I like.
The weather has been beautiful here and we are all doing great. I hope grandpa is well, please give him my regards. How are those tomatoes in your garden? I remember you were going to plant those tomatoes right before I left for Minnesota, please let me know how they are doing.
Well, I hope you enjoy the rest of your day or night. I have to get to class for now, but I wanted to let you know that I am thinking of you and I hope to stay in touch.
Your loving grandson,
Johnny
If you’ve put off writing to your grandparents simply because you didn’t know how to write that letter or note, hopefully the tips above will guide you in writing that letter or note to your grandmother or grandfather. Let them know that you appreciate them. It will mean a lot to them.
Nothing fancy, just a simple ‘Icarus’ note or letter will go a long way. So go ahead and surprise your grandparents with a thank you gesture. Your letter or note will surely make them smile and they will remember you.
