Thank-You Notes Never Go Out of Style

It is neither difficult nor time-consuming to write a simple, heartfelt note of thanks in response to a gift or other act of kindness.

Possibly the most important part of your message is a reference to how this person fits into your life. karen roach/Shutterstock

Today’s column was prompted by a young man, age 10, who asked me recently, “Do I have to send a thank-you note when someone gives me a gift?”

In these high-tech times, when text messaging and email are the preferred methods of written communication, my answer, in a word, was yes. It’s right; it’s proper; it’s good for you. We may be frugal, but we’ve got class.