"Sending Love" Cards for those that may be alone over Christmas
“Christmas cards for people alone this Christmas”
Many people are alone or in Rest homes, Woman’s refuge, hospitals etc at Christmas time and do not get visitors or
Please write a card for someone who might feel lonely this Christmas. (Cards can be handmade or bought). Anyone can write a card the
Most important thing is that they are filled with love
Little tips about sending someone love in an envelope this year...
- Make sure your card is filled with love.
- Make it as creative as you can.
- Ensure it has a legible message (if a child’s words are illegible, please write in brackets underneath).
- Keep your envelope unsealed to give the rest homes discretion to check cards if they choose.
- You could start the card with "dear friend" or "to someone special"
- Try to avoid religious quotes - your recipient may not be religious
Just be you!
Deadline for cards 8th December.
For more information:
Website - www.sendinglove.co.nz... or on Facebook
Please spread the word, tell your family and friends!!
Thank you for putting a smile on someone’s face this Christmas
Drop Boxes have been set up at: Masterton, Greytown and
Martinborough Libraries
Wairarapa Times Age
Almo's Books Carterton
St Teresa's School Featherston
Thank you for supporting "Sending Love"
Marilyn (Wairarapa Co Ordinator)
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