Sharon Paskoff - Easy Eloquence: Sample Thank You Notes and Sympathy Cards For Every Occasion

Etiquette Guidelines Thank You Notes Etiquette Guidelines Thank You Notes Etiquette Guidelines Thank You Notes Etiquette Guidelines Thank You Notes Etiquette Guidelines Thank You Notes Etiquette Guidelines Sympathy Notes W HAT DO YOU DO WHEN: THE COLOR IS ALL WRONG , you know it is too small and you haven't worn flannel since college? Is it really the thought that counts? Yes! When someone is kind enough to give you a gift, their generosity and good intentions should be rewarded with an enthusiastic thank you note.

1. Send the note promptly, within ten days.
   1. Send the note promptly, within ten days.

      When a gift is received by mail or UPS, the person needs to know as soon as possible that their gift arrived.

   2. Be specific. Always mention the gift by name.
   3. Be sincere. Use words with which you are comfortable.
   DATE Dear Amy and Jeff, The gold and yellow daffodils you sent me are brightening up my room and warming my spirits.

DATE Dear Amy and Jeff, The gold and yellow daffodils you sent me are brightening up my room and warming my spirits.

You were so kind to think of me and aid my recovery with your beautiful gift. I am feeling better every day and hope to see you again soon. I appreciate your kindness, good wishes, and generous spirit. Fondly, Sharon DATE Dear Aunt Julia, Thank you for the beautiful plate from the Metropolitan Museum of Art Store. The color and design you chose will go beautifully in our kitchen. It is so pretty and adds that special touch to brighten up the whole room.

James and I appreciate your kindness and thoughtful gift. Love, Rebecca DATE Dear Rosie and Jimmy, Thank you for the beautiful housewarming gift. The blue and white floral design bowl is the perfect accent piece for the den. You have wonderful taste and always seem to know what I like. I appreciate your kindness and your helping me with the decorating details. I hope to see you soon.

Love, Karen DATE Dear Rob and Carol, The fruit basket you sent us is beautiful and delicious. I put it on the kitchen table where we can easily help ourselves to a juicy snack. All of us love the Granny Smith apples, red plums, and pears. Thank you for thinking of us. We greatly appreciate your thoughtfulness. Fondly, The Gibson Family DATE Dear Aunt Katheryn, The blouse you sent me for my birthday is the perfect addition to my wardrobe.

The smooth silk fabric feels great, and the color looks beautiful with my black suit. I am wearing it to a dinner party tonight and will enjoy it on many other occasions. Thank you for thinking of me on my birthday. Your thoughtful gift made it an extra special day. Love, Sharon DATE Dear Angela, Your gift was such a pleasant surprise. You picked the perfect cologne.

The spice fragrance is so enjoyable that I look forward to wearing it every day. It was thoughtful of you to think of me. I appreciate your kindness, and am very lucky to have a friend like you. Maybe next week we can get together for a movie. I look forward to seeing you soon. Your friend, Brian DATE Dear Aunt Millie, The sweater you gave me is beautiful and will keep me warm all winter.

I love the soft grey colorit goes with everything. The classic design is so comfortable that I will enjoy wearing your beautiful gift often. Thank you for giving me such a lovely present. I hope you have a wonderful holiday season. Best regards, Rebecca DATE Dear Craig, The book you sent me could not have come at a more perfect time. I am going away for the weekend, and I wanted something good to read.

This book has had great reviews and will keep me entertained for hours. I am really looking forward to reading it. Your kindness is one of your many wonderful qualities, and I am very lucky to have a friend like you. Thank you for thinking of me. Best regards, Steve DATE Dear Barbara and Jerry, Thank you for the subscription to Time magazine. I will enjoy reading your thoughtful gift and keeping up with current events.

Now that I am retired, I will be reading Time at the lake while waiting for the fish to bite! I appreciate your generous spirit and friendship. All the Best, Robert DATE Dear Aunt Molly, Thank you for the subscription to Sports Illustrated. You have given me the perfect birthday present! I will enjoy the magazine all year by keeping up with my favorite teams and latest sports news. Whenever Sports Illustrated arrives I will think of you. I am very lucky to have such a sweet and thoughtful aunt. Love, John DATE Dear Aunt Julia and Uncle Robert, Thank you for the handsome tie.

The subtle blue and yellow geometric design on silk fabric will be a big hit at my office or when I go out to dinner. The tie's timeless elegance will always be in style and a favorite of mine to wear. I appreciate your thinking of me with such a beautiful gift. Love, Mason DATE Dear Nancy, Thank you for the silver and green pen. Its sturdy construction and comfortable design will make writing at work or home, a pleasure. The unique color combination adds variety to my conservative pen collection.

I only wish it could improve my handwriting! I appreciate your thinking of me with such a useful and handsome gift. All the Best, Steve DATE Dear Bobby, Thank you for the Atlanta Braves tickets. It was a beautiful day and the seats were great. I have always wanted to sit right behind home plate to get a good look at the pitchers. Carol and I had a good time at Turner Field, eating hot dogs and cheering on the Braves. I appreciate your thinking of us.

We really enjoyed the day. All the Best, William DATE Dear Laura, I love the spa gift set you sent me for my birthday. The lavender soap, soft scented candles, and loofa mitt are the perfect combination for relaxing in the bath. I plan on spoiling myself every day. Thank you for thinking of me with such a lovely gift and helping me celebrate my birthday. All the Best, Mary DATE Dear Uncle George, Thank you for the wallet and birthday good wishes.

The brown leather wallet is good looking and the perfect size for my pocket. Also, there is plenty of room for my credit cards, identification information, and dollar bills. You were so kind to remember me, and I hope to see you when I come home in December. Love, Jeff