{"id":3092,"date":"2018-05-30T02:44:45","date_gmt":"2018-05-30T02:44:45","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.beliefnet.com\/columnists\/howgreatthoupart\/?p=3092"},"modified":"2018-05-30T02:45:36","modified_gmt":"2018-05-30T02:45:36","slug":"5-truly-meaningful-ways-say-thank","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.beliefnet.com\/columnists\/howgreatthoupart\/2018\/05\/5-truly-meaningful-ways-say-thank.html","title":{"rendered":"7 Truly Meaningful Ways to Say Thank You"},"content":{"rendered":"

I love sending thank you cards. <\/em><\/p>\n

In fact, I just love sending cards. <\/em><\/p>\n

I do not need a reason.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

Throughout the years I have always believed in the value of the written word. I am,\u00a0after all, a writer.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"light-sign-typography-lighting\"<\/a>Recently, I have felt the need to discover other meaningful avenues to say thank you.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n

In the past, I found myself penning a few words for a gift, a favor or some form of hospitality. My divorce has elevated my need to thank the loving people in my life for their genuine kindness.<\/p>\n

They didn’t buy me a gift because it was a special day. <\/em><\/p>\n

They bought me a gift to make my day special.<\/strong><\/p>\n

To let me know I was supported and loved.<\/p>\n

And it doesn’t take a divorce to experience this type of extraordinary kindness. It can be any time in an individual’s life where additional comfort and support are needed. It could be caring for a sick parent or child, unusual professional demands, etc. Anything which somehow announces to others we are in need.<\/p>\n

And they hear and answer the call.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Of course, I still adore a handwritten card.<\/em><\/p>\n

But this time I wish to send something which might last longer.<\/p>\n

I want to remind them of the significance their kindness holds in my life.<\/strong><\/p>\n

This means presenting them with something which will live past the thanks.<\/p>\n

7 Truly Meaningful Ways to Say Thank You<\/strong><\/p>\n

A Cookbook<\/strong><\/p>\n

An inscribed cookbook is an incredibly intimate gift.<\/em><\/p>\n

Each time the book is opened and its worn pages turn it is a reminder of the person who gifted it to you. Even better it generally happens during a time of community shared between family and friends.<\/p>\n

To take this to an even higher level of meaning, inscribe a personal thank you inside the cover and present it along with one of the dishes in the book. This way not only will the recipient have the book as a reminder, that particular dish will always carry additionally sweet memories.<\/p>\n

An Animal<\/strong><\/p>\n

There are so many great organizations who sponsor ‘adopting’ an animal.<\/em><\/p>\n

And they provide pictures of the pig or orangutan complete with their name and details.<\/p>\n

This is a fun way to thank someone and do something philanthropic at the same time.<\/p>\n

Personalized Stationary<\/strong><\/p>\n

This is the consummate thank you gift for the ever-thoughtful giver.<\/em><\/p>\n

It provides the tools they need to keep on being the generous soul they are.<\/p>\n

A fun way to make this even more appreciated by a caring individual? Head to Michael’s and buy a cute fabric craft container and fill it with beautiful pens, stamps, quotes, and other mailable items to include with the stationary.<\/p>\n

An Ordinary Household Item<\/strong><\/p>\n

Most of our days are spent doing routine things so what better than an everyday use item?<\/em><\/p>\n

It could be potholders and a spatula because you are thanking them for meals made. It could be a wine opener because they showed up late night with a bottle of red and held your hand while you cried.<\/p>\n

This is perhaps one of the most ingenious ways to thank someone because you are making sure the punishment fits the crime. Whatever they gifted\u00a0you – you\u00a0are somehow returning so they will always remember how that exact particular gift impacted your life in the best possible way.<\/p>\n

A Seedling<\/strong><\/p>\n

A thank you which comes in the form of seeds to be planted or a small seedling or bush will allow kindness to continually bloom.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n

Every walk to the mailbox or cup of coffee on a porch will be a reminder of gratitude.<\/p>\n

To make a bigger impact combine two different flowering plants or flower seeds – your favorite and the favorite of your friend.<\/p>\n

A Sign<\/strong><\/p>\n

Signs are the perfect long lasting thank you.<\/em><\/p>\n

There are so many available to choose from today – wooden, ceramic, dishes – small or large.<\/p>\n

And what will make this even more special? Pick a saying which is meaningful to one or both of you and have it created via Etsy\u00a0shop owners who personalize signs and other objects.<\/p>\n

A Bracelet<\/strong><\/p>\n

Bracelets are also the perfect place for a powerful inscription to find a home.<\/em><\/p>\n

Again, there are many to choose from or personalize from online shops and Etsy. There are also poignant Alex and Ani bracelets which carry great symbolism.<\/p>\n

Or, you could choose to purchase two bracelets of any kind for just your friend(s) and you.<\/p>\n

 <\/p>\n

There is nothing better than giving to another.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Except perhaps returning that favor.<\/em><\/p>\n

These are just seven ways a thank you can have a lasting impact.<\/p>\n

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