Preparation
Even if you exchange multiple texts with Mom per day, there’s something extra sweet about opening the mailbox to find some snail mail—especially if it’s a surprise from a loved one. You don’t have to go all out with an accompanying gift package, either. Though a thoughtful gift is undoubtedly appreciated, a handwritten letter with serious thought behind it can go a long way to make the recipient feel special and appreciated. But it turns out penning a note of gratitude to Mom can also benefit you and your overall mood. According to studies, writing letters—specifically letters or gratitude—improves participant’s happiness and life satisfaction. And effect is cumulative, so the more letters you write, the happier you’ll feel. What’s more, writing these types of letters will increase family bonds over time.
While you likely didn’t need an excuse to send one of the most important people in your life a Mother’s Day card, there’s really no better incentive. These cards all provide the perfect blank (or, almost blank!) canvas for your special message. From floral bouquets in chinoiserie vases and ornate birdcages to illustrations of women and storybook motifs, each of these cards has a distinctly vintage appeal that’ll make Mom nostalgic for the good old days.
Even though Mother’s Day isn’t until Sunday, May 9, this year, you’ll want to plan ahead and pick up your card now. According to the USPS, the average delivery time for domestic letters is about one to three days, but it’s always better to err on the side of caution to ensure her special card gets to her doorstep in time for the holiday.
Moon Card: Rifle Paper Co. ″To the Moon and Back″ CardStorybook Card: LizeyMay Bunny Happy Mother’s Day CardRecorded Message Card: Recordable Mother’s Day CardPop-Up Card: Paper D’Art Birdcage CardTypography Card: Paper Raven Co. ″To My Beautiful Wife″ Card
