Write a story in the form of a series of thank you cards.

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“Dear Mom...” by Holiday Alcozar

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Dear Mom, I found the package of thank you notes you bought me in a box in the back of my closet last night. The ones with the butterflies you found in the clearance bin and insisted I needed. The plastic was still on when I found them, because I never wrote a single thank you note. I know you hate excuses, so I won’t say I was too busy or too forgetful, but I will say that I have ten unused cards. Five years may be a bit belated to thank the Goldmens for the fifty dollar bill, or Grandma for the headphones. Anyways, I told them thank you wh...

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“They Should Make a Thank-You Card for That” by Rose Willows

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They Should Make a Thank-You Card for That Thank-You for coming!7/17/2013Kate,Thank-you for coming to my grad party! Can’t believe you drove 4 hours but it was great to have you there. How are we adults now? College was amazing, especially the last few years with you. I couldn’t haven’t asked for a better roommate. I’m going to miss you so much. Keep in touch!Love,MaryPS- Good luck on your interview! Thank-you…8/15/2013Mary,Everyone at my new job thinks I have a rich boyfriend now, so thank-you very much for those flowers. You’re the best fo...

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“Dear Bird.” by Claudia Frankfort

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November 13th, 2001Dear Christine,It's Jordan, sorry, I think I got the right address. I just wanted to say thanks for always making my drink how I like it, your work doesn't go unnoticed!Sincerely,Jordan Michaels December 16th, 2001Dear Christine,Hi. I just wanted to write to you to tell you that I like your new hair color. The blue suits you. Thank you for the heart you put in my drink. It's nice. Anyways, I'm going on a business trip for the next week, so you're off the hook for my lattes.Sincerely,Jordan Michaels December 26th, 2001Dear ...

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“The Gift” by Ed Regenye

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Charleston HouseMorningsideSurrey SU10 9SBMy Dearest JasonThank you ever so much for your novel anniversary gift. And the gold ribbon was such a clever touch for our Fiftieth. Everyone at the party had a comment. Even your father who said it was so typical of you. He and I are debating where to keep it. I want the drawing room, but your father is insisting on the garage. Watch this space!Sorry you could not make the party but totally understandable. It was good to hear that the doctor in Zurich was so posit...

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“Teenage Love” by Tatum James

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Hey! Thank You for picking up my books in the hallway when I fell! SOOOO embarrassing! Forget you ever saw me like that! Best,Tatum2/4/2024 To the World’s Greatest Friend Thank YOU for picking me up from soccer practice since it was raining so I didn’t have to walk home!! I'm so glad I found a friend like you! See you next week at school, BESTIE!!! Best,Tatum3/1/2024 Grub Buddy, Thank you for sitting with me at lunch today! I love being close to you and hearing you laugh! I always feel like I can truly be myself when I’m around you! XOXO,...

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“Thank you for that” by Michael Palmieri

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Dear Jennifer,It’s been years, decades even. I never got a chance to thank you for the impression and experience you left on me, and I wanted to do so now, although I know this letter will never reach you, much less leave the confines of this room, just like the dozen or so other letters I will be writing. I was eight, and you were ten, if I remember correctly. We were in the back of my dad’s pickup with the cab on it. It was the most excellent place to be at the time. We sat there, and out of nowhere, you turned to me and demanded I kiss yo...

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“Thanks to you” by Peter Wilson

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Detective inspector Barnes looked up the 6 stairs that joined the small, ground level, terrace house to the busy Sydney street. At the top of the stairs stood constable Vin, hands behind back, feet a shoulder width apart, his police blue uniform immaculate. "Morning Sir," Vin said, nodding slightly.Barnes slugged his way up the stairs, knees grinding with every step. "What time did you catch this?""About midnight sir. I was first here."Something about the way he said "first" twigged Barnes. "First?" he asked, pausing on the landing, nex...

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“To: You, From: Me” by Caroline I.Night

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August 15th, 2023 Dear Martin, I’m sure you’ll be surprised by this card; you probably think it’s an incredibly cheesy one, but I just wanted to thank you for these two incredible weeks together. I’m glad this year you’ve been a camp counsellor with me – it’s been way easier and more fun to put up with the teens! Especially since half of the girls had a crush on you, haha! I thought they were going to kill me when you asked me to dance with you on that last night at the camp. Anyhow, I do hope it’s not the end of our friendship and that yo...

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“Lost in Translation” by Cristina Ochoa

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Tiny slips of paper passed back and forth through the slender gap in the door frame at 2323 Barnaby Lane.“Thank you.”“No, thank you.”“No, really, thank you.”“Please, thank you.”“No, I insist, thank you.”“No, really I insist, thank you.”This contest of credits had been passing back and forth for over an hour—a steady stream of compliments and gratitude. The appreciation and acknowledgements were beginning to get out of hand. Francis knew that, but he couldn’t help himself. How else could he repay Rachel for what she had given him?Rachel felt ...

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“Elaine and Betty” by Peter Wallace

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Elaine Jorgenson and Betty Hall lived across Oak Street from one another. They always had, at least as far as anyone could remember. They married and moved into the neighborhood at about the same time. They each had three children. One was the president of the band parents’ organization and the other chaired the school’s children’s theater group.They watched their children graduate, move away, and marry. They each lost their husband – Elaine’s due to a heart attack and Betty’s due to a blond waitress named La Verne. They were in their late s...

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“Thank You . . .” by Kelly Williams

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THANK YOU . . . by Kelly Ann Williams Dear Obnoxious little brother, Thank you for reminding me that if I kill you, I’d be grounded for the rest of my life! I have big plans for my life - that don’t include you - so, I will keep my plans in mind and forget, for now, about all of your little tricks, lies, and attempts to make me mad. I will be the bigger person, and let everyone else see how annoying you really are. But, be careful, one of these days I WON’T be able to restrain myself! Regards, ...

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“From One Heartbeat to the Next” by Malinda Hall

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THANKS A BUNCH! 🍌 Dear Carol,Sorry for the cheesy card, I just wanted to send you a note of thanks for meeting with me today, and since we’ve only just met, this seemed most appropriate. I’m still not sure about calling you “Carol”, as it seems little informal, but here I am, giving it a shot. Anyway, thanks again.Sincerely,Andi Johnson YOU ROCK! 🪨 Dear Carol,Sorry again for yet another cheese-tastic card, but you said you really liked the last one, so I figured I’d stick with the theme. I’ll admit, I was a little hesitant about you meeting...

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“For My Darling” by Reign C

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Warning: This story includes brief talk of home abuse and other sensitive content Letter #1: 8/1/2022 I’ve been able to put off the responsibilities of being myself for such a long time but the second you stepped in all of the hurt that’s been deep within me has vanished. You saved me, thank you. It’s something to think about when you're coming from a d...

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“A Love Story - Written in the Form of Thank You Notes” by Audrey Schatz

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12.05.22 Hello! Thank you so much for the cookies you baked me!! It was a wonderful 'welcome' gift to the apartment complex. I've left the empty container along with this note just outside your door x Elife :) ___________ 22.05.22 Hi! I'm happy that we keep running into each other on the elevator. It's always so nice to chat with you! Thank you for buying me that morning coffee at the coffee stand yesterday when I accidentally left my wallet at home. You are too kind! Elife ___________ ...

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“Thanks Again, Anna” by Sarah James

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April 25thGrandma and Grandpa, Thank you so much for the beautiful engagement gift! All of the jewelry is absolutely beautiful and has such a storied history. I think I might wear the earring and necklace set that has the rubies for the wedding, I think you said that was from your 40th wedding anniversary, right? Those might be my favorite. Rachel and I are very excited to start this journey and celebrate with our families, and we are so grateful to have such love in our lives. Things are definitely going to get a lot busier around her...

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Write a story in the form of a series of thank you cards.

Submissions are closed

✍️ 64 stories

“Dear Mom...” by Holiday Alcozar

“They Should Make a Thank-You Card for That” by Rose Willows

“Dear Bird.” by Claudia Frankfort

“The Gift” by Ed Regenye

“Teenage Love” by Tatum James

“Thank you for that” by Michael Palmieri

“Thanks to you” by Peter Wilson

“To: You, From: Me” by Caroline I.Night

“Lost in Translation” by Cristina Ochoa

“Elaine and Betty” by Peter Wallace

“Thank You . . .” by Kelly Williams

“From One Heartbeat to the Next” by Malinda Hall

“For My Darling” by Reign C

“A Love Story - Written in the Form of Thank You Notes” by Audrey Schatz

“Thanks Again, Anna” by Sarah James

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Write a story about a character trying to find a way to express their gratitude to someone.

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Write a story about a cynic who has been told to start a "gratitude journal," and does so — begrudgingly.

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