Do you really want to log in to some anonymous email account or social network site and contact your friends that way? Or would you prefer to send a real, physical postcard with a photo that really means something to you on it, with words that come directly from your heart? Just because we live in a fast and technology-advanced world doesn't mean we need to neglect the good old postcard! So here's 10 good reasons to send one today:

1. Sending a postcard is much more powerful than sending an email. Not only does it 'say a lot more' but it's more personal too.

2. When you receive a postcard you generally know where it came from. A story is described and revealed through the words and pictures on the card.

3. People love to receive a postcard. It can make someones day and emotionally connect to people.

4. Sending a postcard gives the sender an opportunity to actually show someone where they are (or where they've been) in the world.

5. It can be (often) a beautiful gesture of friendship or love no matter who or where it comes from.

6. By sending a postcard you can share feelings and thoughts that might otherwise be difficult to express face to face.

7. The photo you choose to send to someone can really tell a story too - sometimes even more than words can.

8. It's generally much more inexpensive to send a postcard to your friends or family than a normal letter (in an envelope) might cost.

9. You can send a postcard on the spur of a moment - especially because it's so easy to do. Just purchase a postcard, add stamp, write and post!

10. We all love to receive a postcard in the mail. It's a great surprise and often will be kept in a prominent place (like on the fridge or notice board) for a long period of time.

Now can you see how sending a postcard is completely different to emailing or chatting on social media sites? It's a much richer experience! And people really appreciate getting a postcard too because they know YOU made an effort to send it!