Jul 10
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Envelopes
I absolutely love envelopes! Whenever I check the mail I finger through the stacks of papers, (ads, postcards, bills, galore) frantically searching to see if there is anything for me. I look and look over the course of about 3 seconds which feels like a suspense building eternity to see anything with my name on the front. If I see an envelope with my name in that special place on the front I get excited, if my name is handwritten, I do a happy squeal inside me, which occasionally comes out to fill the air with an estatic sound. I can’t possibly open the seal fast enough to find what is inside. When my friends send me letters my day is suddenly brighter, my problems magically less problematic and I can’t wait to soak in their words one phrase at a time.
I can’t help but notice the envelope itself. That very piece of paper molded into a pocket for treasure has my name on the front. This means that no one else is legally allowed to read it without my consent. This means that the person writing wanted ME to get something special. This means that what is inside is just especially for ME, Marissa, from someone who cares enough to write and give the cost of a stamp. Yes, I am convinced that good letters from friends are some of the very best things in life and that those special envelopes can make your day. Because what’s inside is just for you…Totally, completely, 100% just for you! Think about it, I sure like too 
