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“I realized how valuable the art and practice of writing letters are, and how important it is to remind people of what a treasure letters--handwritten letters--can be. In our throwaway era of quick phone calls, faxes, and email, it's all to easy never to find the time to write letters. That's a…” quote by Nancy Reagan
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“I realized how valuable the art and practice of writing letters are, and how important it is to remind people of what a treasure letters--handwritten letters--can be. In our throwaway era of quick phone calls, faxes, and email, it's all to easy never to find the time to write letters. That's a great pity--for historians and the rest of us.”

Nancy Reagan

About This Quote

Source Speech: Public Remarks, 1985

Handwritten letters hold personal value and historical insight, often lost in modern fast communication.

In simple terms: Letters are valuable and rare.

Key Takeaway

Write handwritten letters often.

Themes

communication history personal connection

Mood

nostalgic thoughtful

Type

advice philosophical

When to use this quote

  • family correspondence
  • business thank‑you notes
  • historical archives

Key Concepts

cultural preservation emotional expression

Questions to Reflect On

  • What memories do you cherish in letters?
  • How can you balance digital and handwritten communication?
A Different Perspective

Digital media can be more efficient.

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