If I’ve said it once, I’ll say it again. I can’t adequately express how grateful I am to be the youngest child in my family. Some of the benefits of the position include.<\/p>\n
But even better was just having to sign my name to the thank you note written by my sister until I was out of elementary school. My mom is the Queen of etiquette. I was probably the only six-year-old who knew the difference between a salad, dinner, and dessert fork. And my napkin? Always on my lap. Mom also stressed the importance of showing proper appreciation. Therefore, thank-you notes<\/a> were made a part of my routine from an early age. As a kid (and well, an adult) my handwriting bordered on being hieroglyphics, so my sister always listened to my dictation and wrote the note, and afterwards I’d provide my John Hancock. <\/p>\n I’m actually surprised about how few people provide thank you notes now. I’ve been in or been to countless weddings and showers in the past five years and I’d say only a handful have sent a note thanking me for the gift. <\/p>\n Besides just gifts it’s important to let people know you appreciate their time. For example, after an interview for a job, you should always send a handwritten thank you note to the interviewer<\/a>. It shows you think their time is valuable and it also leaves a good impression.<\/p>\n