St Liz is beginning a special outreach to the residents of Buda’s two Assisted Living facilities, Sodalis and Buda Oaks. We hope to gift them a break from isolation and loneliness with Sunshine Mail. Making a true difference can be simple, yet so impactful.  At this time there are 65 residents, so we need lots and lots of letters!  There will be a mailbox on the porch at church where it will be easy for you to drop them off. New Deadline: June 27, 2021
 
How it works:

• Handwrite a letter. No typing. Make it legible with large writing.
• Introduce yourself. Maybe tell a story about yourself.  Tell what you are doing now.  Maybe tell a riddle or a joke.
• Express that they are loved. That they are important. Give them a unique message that comes from your heart.  Make them feel special. Tell them something that will make them happy.
• Avoid writing dates in case there is a delay in getting the mail there. 
• Avoid religious comments so it will be appropriate for all recipients.
• Sign your first name only with no address. This is a one-way conversation. 
• Put it in an envelope addressed to “Dear Friend”, “For a special person”, “A happy day to you”, “Sunshine Mail”, or the like.
• Be creative!
• Use bright colors
• Draw a picture or use stickers
• Use your own personal touches
• Let your inner child or preteen out to decorate the letter and envelope 
• Make it personal, detailed, thoughtful, and heartfelt
• Get the whole family involved!

 
For questions, contact Paula Goodson at spee@austin.rr.com
 
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