Valentine's Day

The actual origin of this established rite, today celebrated on February 14th, is unknown. It originated predominantly in the Anglo-American culture where lovers presented gifts of sweets, flowers or card gifts to their intimate companions. Nevertheless, it developed into a likable custom, giving some of the shy admirers the opportunity to reveal safely their feelings toward those they secretly admired (or vice-versa).
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Historical

Before long, other images were complemented by human life motifs. Collectors emerged; deltiological clubs were founded, postcard albums and other means of storage appeared on the sales counters. Thanks, not insignificantly, to the picture postcard, the population was submerged in wonder of exploring the world. More Information…

 

 

 

9th Greeting Card Design Competition

Do you feel greeting cards look old-fashioned?
Then, it's YOUR turn, right now!
How would you design a modern greeting card? What message would you choose for your card to express special feelings? What card would you pick to send birthday wishes to a friend, to honor someone for their achievements or to simply let your loved ones know you were thinking of them?
Just show us!

>>> More Information, Participation and Competition rules <<<

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Postcard Delivery Periods
Once a year, the German newspaper "Die Welt" is involved in testing the delivery periods for postcards mailed via post. Postcards are simply mailed simultaneously from around the globe to the same address where their arrival is monitored. This year, the newspaper's staff organized a worldwide postcard mailing campaign from 68 countries. Although, most of the postcards found their final destination, the cards posted from Cuba, Luxembourg, Nepal and Palestine (West Banks) never arrived.

Additionally, we must share an amusing true story from Belgium. One particular postcard, delivered from Brussels, would take 83 years to reach its recipient, only 45 kilometers away! In 1926, a Belgian soldier in Brussels wrote a postcard to his folks in Opbrakel, a small village located only about 45 kilometers away. It read: "If you haven't sent the shirt yet, then do it quickly, now!" He waited in vain as the card slipped behind the counter at the local post office and remained undiscovered until 2009. Finally, it was delivered to his daughter Rosa - 83 years later. Despite the delay, she exclaimed: "I've never been happier to receive a postcard!"
Foto: © Elena Moiseeva - Fotolia.com

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