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It is important to properly fill out a postcard in order for it to reach the people you want to correspond with. Here are some tips on writing a postcard correctly:
Flip the postcard with the back facing up. The postcard should be split vertically into two sections. Write the date in the top right corner of the left section of the postcard. You can write in the date shorthand (4/7/10 e.g.) or you choose to write out the date in full to make it look more formal (April 7th, 2010 e.g.).
Start your message on the left side of the left section of the postcard, ¼ inch down from the date. Start the message depending on whom you are writing to and how formal you want it to sound (Dear Ginny, Ginny, Hey girl, etc.). Write about the highlights of your travels and add a funny story if you have the room. At the end of the message sign your name ¼ inch down from the message with a “Sincerely,” “Love,” or “All The Best,” depending on your relationship to the recipient.
Write your return address (if you have one) in the top left-hand corner of the right section of the postcard. Place the postage in the top right-hand corner of the right section (there is often a box that indicates the spot for postage). Make sure to consult the post office to know how much postage you will need to reach the recipient.
Write out the recipients full name and address in the bottom-center part of the right section (below the return address). There should be lines in this section that are meant for writing the recipients address. Write legibly and include all the information needed for their mailing address (street #, apt. #, zip, etc.).
Note: Writing a postcard in this order will keep you from smearing the pen ink on glossy surface while you are writing (if you are right-handed). Write the postcard in the opposite order to avoid smearing if you are left-handed.
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