I received my first pen pal letter recently. Let me tell you: it's an awesome experience. This pen pal is also in a group with me on Facebook that focuses on bullet journaling, so I knew to expect the unexpected. I didn't know what I would be sent, who my pen pal really was, or anything, but I took a chance and accepted a letter from her.

In short terms: she is an AMAZING, amazing person. She is fun, quirky, and just about everything I've been looking for in a friend of my own.

In long terms: being a pen pal is starting to become such an awesome experience. I am in literal awe of it all. I think everyone should have a pen pal to write to. I think everyone should know the feeling of looking forward to a letter from someone. Everyone should be excited to find the little things someone drops into an envelope.

Being a pen pal is rewarding because you get the opportunity to learn about someone you've never met and to take a look into the life of someone who lives differently than you. If you are all about figuring out your privilege and learning about the struggles of others, being a pen pal is for you.

If you would love to write a letter, but don't know how to get started, fret not! Below are some links to groups where you can get started:

http://usa.ipfpenfriends.com/

Snail Mail Pen Pals (Facebook Group)

Bullet Journal Pen Pals (Facebook Group - for those who enjoy working on a bullet journal)

Once you have secured a pen pal, the opportunities are endless. You can talk about anything you want. Just make sure to reply!