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Must I handwrite thank you notes?

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Dear Polite One,

We both have horrible handwriting.  I typed my thank you notes for our wedding shower, but I just read in one of your answers that this could be considered rude. Each note that I type is individually done per person and gift, they're not copied or pasted from one to another, even when people go in on the gift.  Is this wrong?  

Thank You!

Needs a Scribe

Dear Needs a Scribe,

I’m sorry, but yes, it is impolite.  It is considered the same as a mass mailing if it is typed.  But don’t beat yourself up too much.  It is better to have sent them than not to.  I rarely receive one.  

I can certainly understand the handwriting issue as I have the same problem. Still, it is better just to take your time and write the best you can.  I find it helpful to always write a rough draft of all my letters.  

You will definitely want to handwrite all of your wedding gift thank-you notes as soon as you receive them.  

Sincerely,

The Polite One

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