Written by founder Adela Antoinette
Here at Cacti Oasis we want to be mindful about our blogs and share things that matter to us and why we create the products we create. For our first blog we thought the topic of Snail Mail would be the perfect intro into our blog segments. Below are what we feel are some of the best reasons to start your snail mail hobby today!
1. They are thoughtful actions.
At this point our mail box is either filled with bills and junk mail or we are receiving our large parcels. But when you send a greeting card, your recipient knows you took time out to think a bout them. They are personal and can simply just be an “I care card.” Also, idk about you but I LOVE checking my mail and getting a surprise card. Makes me feel special. 🥰
2. They help us become present.
Sitting down to write out a card can therapeutic. Just by making space to become aware of picking out the right card, feeling the card stock, jotting down a note or writing a poem, writing in cursive or taking time to make the card legible, placing it in the envelope, sealing it, stamping it, putting it in the mail box. All of these actions can help bring you to the present moment. 
3. Better than Texts.
Today, we either love texting or hate texting. Maybe you’ve been so busy you forgot to text someone back. Sending a card acknowledging them can help show you care even though you 
them for a bit. Lol I mean, please text them back eventually, but stepping out of the digital world to show you care helps you stay connected.
them for a bit. Lol I mean, please text them back eventually, but stepping out of the digital world to show you care helps you stay connected.
4. They are long lasting!
You can save the written notes and then frame the cover. Our cards are made so that they double as Art to frame! You can also scrap book them too!
Cards in photos car be found Cholla Blossom Collection!
Printed on recycled card stock by Cat Print LLC Photos by Jared Pinon Originally water color illustrations by Adela Antoinette
Found in our Cholla Blossom Collection!