Outgoing Postcrossings

Hello friends. It's been raining most of the day. I hope it ends before 9:00 tonight though because I have an outdoor activity planned with a group of people and if it is still raining it might ruin our plans. My fingers are crossed. I love the rain, but just not tonight, please.

A Postcrossing headed to Singapore.

I write: Hi Jant, it's been raining all day today which feels really good because it has cooled the temperature by at least 20 degrees. I love the rain, especially how it makes the air smell. It freshens evrything up. Have a wonderful day. <3 JarieLyn

This Postcrossing is going to France.

I write: Hi Lena, I also like WWII memorabilia. I like the 1940's in general. It seems like a very classy period in time. Sometimes, I wish the world could go back in time but without the war. Things were so much simpler back then. Have a great day. <3 JarieLyn

This one is traveling to  Switzerland.

I write: Hi Benno, greetings from Las Vegas! I have toured the Loretta Lynn Plantation home twice. The home sits on beautiful, lush, green acreage. The state of Tennessee is gorgeous and I wish to live there one day. Loretta Lynn still lives on this peoperty but in a different house, and hidden from the public. I hope you have a wonderful day. <3 JarieLyn

This card is on the way to Belarus.

I write: Hi Alexandr. I live in the amazing city of Las Vegas. I photographed these guitars while on bacation to Texas. This photograph also won 1st place in a photography competition so I am very proud of it. I don't listen to a lot of new music but my favorite current band is Arctic Monkeys. Other than that, I'm stuck in the 80's. Have a fabulous day and keep playing music. It's good for the soul.

<JarieLyn

This one is sailing to the Windy City, Chicago, Illinois.

I write: Greetings from Las Vegas! It's been raining most of the day and I love it. It's the kind of day that's perfect for writing letters or coloring in a coloring book. Have a fantastic day! <3 JarieLyn

Postcrossings to Russia, Germany, and the Netherlands

Good afternoon. Other than my husband and I eating breakfast at IHOP this morning, it's been an uneventful day. I've been on the computer for hours, not really doing much. My eyes are burning and it's time for me to get off this thing and get some blood circulating through my veins.  Here's three more Postcrossings out the door. I now have 11 traveling out og 15.

To the Netherlands.

I write: Hello Brigitte, I've only been to New Jersy once in my life but I have very fond memories of the trip. We rode a train from New Jersey to the "Big City" of New York. It was a great experience and New York was awesome. I wish you the ery best in your life. <3 Take Care, JarieLyn

To Russia.

I write: Greetings Natasha, the mint juliep is the official drink of the Kentucky Derby. Each year almost 120,000 mint juleps are served at Churchill Downs during a two day period of the Kentucky Oaks and Kentucky Derby horse races. I attended the Kentucky Derby last year for vacation and I tried a mint julep and I thought it was terrible. Maybe you will try it too. :) 

<3 JarieLyn

To Germany.

I write: Hi Peter, Boulder City is a quaint little town just outside of Las Vegas. The bighorn sheep come and graze in this park often. Another wildlife common in the desert are wild burros and wild horses. the burros are my favorite because they are so darn cute. Have a happy day. <3 Wishing you all the best. JarieLyn

Postcrossings out the Door

Three more Postcrossings out the door. 

This cute lions are headed to Indonesia. 

I write: Greetings from Las Vegas! I am a collector of vintage postcards. I have about 5,000 cards in my collection. I especially love the ones that have detailed messages written on the back. I hope you get lots of key chains for your collection. Wishing you the best! <3 JarieLyn

This one is traveling to Canada.

I write: Hi Catherine, Today I hosted a Party-Lite candle party and had pizza for dinner. It was a hot day so I spent most of my time inside where it was cool. Now, the TV is entertaining me with recorded episodes of "Leah Rimini, It's all Relative". Cheers to a good life. <3 JarieLyn :)

These beauties are taking a slow boat to China.

I write: Greetings Luyu! It's been awhile since I"ve been horseback riding but I really enjoy it. All of my husband's family own horses and his brothers and nephews like to participate in roping competitions at the rodeo. Horses are magnificent animals. I wish you a happy life. <3 JarieLyn

Incoming Postcards

Over the week-end, I received two postcards. One is an official Postcrossing and the other is from my pen pal, John who lives in the UK.

This Postcrossing came from San Diego. (I love it)

The sender writes: Hi JarieLyn! Greetings from "America's finest city"-San Diego, CA. Hope you have an awesome day. Happy Postcrossing! Mary Lou & Greg.

This beautifufl image is of Tolsta, Isle of Lewis. My pen pal John is visiting his brother in Scottland.

I never tire of receiving postcards in the mail. I especially like it when friends and family send me cards while they are away on travel.

Outgoing Postcrossings

Good morning my lovelies. I'm getting caught up on letters and postcrossings today. Fortunately, I don't have a big pile of letters to reply to because I've slowly been dwindling that down. I sent two packages out yesterday, but didn't photograph them. One is headed to San Antonio, TX and the other is headed to Lynn in Connecticut. Today is already an awesome day. I have a date night with my husband to look forward to and I'm having a candle party tomorrow night with the girls.

This Postcrossing is headed to Ely, MN

I write: Hello AmyJean, I'm smiling because I loved reading about you carrying on the tradition of your grandmother's gum wrapper chain. Back in the 80's, my cousin made me a picture frame made out of gum wrappers and it's awesome. I still have it. My cousin passed away earlier this year so I am glad I have the frame in memory of him. Best of luck with your project. <3 JarieLyn

This Postcrossing card is traveling to Spain.

I write: Hello Carmen!! :)  My husband and I have lived in Las Vegas for many years but I grew up in Bakersfield, California which is where I hooked up with my husband at a reggae festival back in 1991. We've been together ever since. We are both ready for a new adventure somewhere else. I guess time will tell where we end up. Wishing you much love and happiness. <3 JarieLyn

This Postcrossing is headed to the Czech Republic.

I write: Dear Lucie, Mt. Charleston Lodge is just a short drive my home. They have cute little cabins you can rent for one night or more. It's a great place to go to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city. Oh, and the air is fresh and smells of pine trees. I love it. Wishing you all the best! <3 JarieLyn

Wishing everyone a happy weekend. I'm looking forward to my date night.

3 Well Filled Out Postcards

Good afternoon. Today is my perfect kind of day. I woke up early and there was nothing pressing that I had to do, nor anywhere I had to be. It feels good to not have to be stressed out about doctor appointments, personal appointments, or household errands. Maybe it's the air that is making me feel so good. It hints at the possibility of rain and I can smell it. I love it. I also enjoy the little bit of humidity. Yeah, it feels like home, but somewhere far away from my current home. I dream.

A Postcrossing from China.

Sender writes: Hi JarieLyn! I know you like cute map cards. So I pick out this postcard. Hope you can like it. I love dog too. My family had raised a Schnauzer. I called it Douding. I like it very much. Every day with him together but because of various reason, it is no longer live. I always feel sad for this. Look forward to your reply.

This Postcrossing comes from Portugal.

The sender writes: Ola' Jarielyn, (hello in portuguese) I was born in Rio de Jainero, Brasil, and always like to travel. So when I did 23 years I decide to see the world! Now I am 37 Y.O. and I am taking my PhD in Coimbra. I fell in love with the city (and my husband :)) So I chose this postcard. It is a special edition in celebration of 725 years of the University of Coimbra. It is where I pretty much live, because beside studying I also work as a jounalist. I hope you like it! Best. Karine.

This little tiny angel comes from Russia.

Sender writes: Hello JarieLyn! My name is Katherina. I live in Tver, Russia. I hope you like this "angel" card :) on it is the words of Coco chanel and Sharon Stone. "If you were born without wings-let them grow." and "What vounts in life is not how you fall but how you rise!" All the best, Katherina.

Friday's Outgoing Postcrossings

This card is traveling to Poland.

I write: Hi Alex, my husband and I have lived in Las Vegas for over 16 years. Nevada is the only state in the U.S. where prostitution is legal, but not in Las Vegas. I had lunch inside a brotherl once and was given a tour of the quarters. It was quite interesting and enlightening to say the least. I wish you an amazing day and much happiness in your life. <3 JarieLyn

These two are dancing all the way to Russia.

I write: Hello Anastasia, I love dancing too! It's good for the soul. It raises our vibration which makes us more in tune with our true self--divine love. Keep on dancing and feeding your soul with good stuff. <3 JarieLyn

These characters are going to Finland.

I write: Hello Leena!  I too, love wolves. They are beautiful animals. The symbolic meaning of the wolf totem is this: Wolf symbolizes the supreme meaning of freeom. He is capable of shape-shifting and walking the Spirit realm. He can teach us how to fo the same. There are many different meanings for which the wolf symboliezes but I love this short description. I hope you find it usefull too. Much happiness to you. <3 JarieLyn

Colors of Mt. Charleston and Remnants from Bodie

Good evening my dear friends. It's been hot as hell here today. If I didn't know better I'd think somebody shoved me into an oven and shut the door for me to bake. But, life is still good.

It's hard to believe that Postcrossing had its 10th anniversary recently. Wow! I am so happy that people around the world still enjoy sending postcards and writing letters. Thank you Postcrossing. Here's to another ten years or more.

This lovely card is on its way to The Netherlands.

I write: Hello Jorien, Mt. Charleston is a 45 minute drive from my home. I love to come here for the day when I need a change of scenery. It always makes me feel cheerful. There is a lodge/restaurant that has a wonderful wiew of the mountains from their patio seating outside. It's like being in another world. Remember to nurture your soul. <3 JarieLyn

This postcard is traveling to Brockport, NY.

I write: Hi Sandy, My husband and I live in Las Vegas, NV and we love to travel. Recently we took a road trip to Bodie Ghost Town with our camera club. It is absolutely amazing how many structures are still standing. We didn't see any ghosts, but you can definitely feel the spirits of the past lingering. Have a wonderful day and an amazing life. <3 JarieLyn

Life is Better with Friends and Twins

I'm a loner but I agree that life is better with friends. There's no need to elaborate on the subject.

This Postcrossing arrived in my mailbox from the Netherlands.

The sender writes: Dear JarieLyn, a life together is so much nicer. I'm married now 1 month at 15 May and we are 7 years together. Happy Postcrossing greetings. Rog

This Postcrossing came from Canada.

The sender writes: Hi JarieLyn! We are 6 year old twins from Alberta Canada! We joined postcrossing with our mom so we could learn how mail works. It is so cool to see the postcards in our mailbox! Have a good week. Audrey and Sophia.

Those two twins signed their own names which is adorable. That alone makes this card special.

Polka Dot Cuties, Bagpipes, and Purple Leaves

Greetings from the hot, dry, desert. Hope you are all enjoying your summer so far. Here are some recent incoming Postcrossings that I received.

This ought to cool you down. 

Two polka dot cuties from Great Britain.

The sender writes: Hello JarieLyn, I hope you'll like this cute pair! They seem to be having fun! :)

L.

This card comes to me from Bulgaria. My first card from this country I believe.

The sender writes: Hello, Greetings from Bulgaria! I'm Andon and I live in a beautiful small town of Smulyam. The region is famous with its folklore music. The Rhodopes are a birth place of the legendary Orpheus. He can charm all living things and even stons with his music. The sound of 100 kaba bagpipes in one place is amazing. Best wishes.

A pretty postcard from Belarus.

The sender writes: Hello JarieLyn, greetings from Belarus. I ahve my english exam tomorrow but I haven't prepared for it at all. :D  Hope I'll be lucky enough to pass it. Try not to leave such things for the last minute as I do. Best wishes. Have a nice day! Irina.

I just love how everyone is so different in what they write, and yet we are all so much alike too.

Summer Fun

Good Morning Lovelies. I'm probably stil sleeping, as this is a scheduled post. I like getting up early but really, I'm not a morning person at all. I love to sleep. My dreams are usually vivid and full of activity which is probably why I love sleeping so much. Ha ha.

Here are a couple of Postcrossings that I catergorized as summer fun because they both contain water.

Doesn't that look like fun? 

This postcard comes to me from the Netherlands.

The sender writes: Hi JarieLyn, I live in a small village nearby the sea and some lakes. On a hot day like today, it is so nice to jump in the water after work. Love that :) Have a great day! Corien.

This postcard comes to me from Portugal.

The sender writes: Ola! Greetings from a very hot Lisben. (+ 31'c) Here you have the map of the south of Portugal-where you find the most beautigul beaches of the country. (and also lots and lots of tourists) I've never been in Las Vegas. My favorite cities are Chicago (I lived there) and Boston. All the best. Alice.

Beautiful water. I will dream of a house on a lake, and dive in before I wake.

Postcards from Belgium and Denmark

Two more lovely postcards rolled into my mailbox, one from Belgium and one from Denmark.

A colorful map of Denmark.

The sender writes: Hello JarieLyn, Greetings from Denmark. My name's Kirsten, I'm a retired teacher. I live in Horsens, sort of in the middle of the country. Tonight the British boy-band, "One Direction" is playing here. We have many concerts in Horsens, and even though I live 3 miles from it all, I can hear the music in my house (or garden). I have visited Las Vegas twice-stayed at Motel 6 both times. LOVED IT! I don't gamble at all, but LOVED my visits al the same. It's GRAND! Take care and best wishes, Kirsten.

This traveled from Belgium but I believe this is an image from Lake Havasu, Arizona from what I can get out of the back of the postcard. The corporate printe reads: Barque Aux Chutes Havasu, USA.

The sender writes: Hello JarieLyn, This phoot really gives me a summer holiday feeling. Postcrossing greetings, (A)

Beautiful, Beautiful. I love boating. 

A Puppy and a Kitten!

I love, love, love animals. I especially love dogs and cats and adore them as puppies and kittens.  And I am sure you are going to love these postcards. If they don't make you smile then I'm not sure what could melt your cold, cold heart, because these fur babies are just the cutest ever.

This little guy is from France.

The sender writes: For you this little dog as you like! As you, I love any animals. I love a cat called "OLYMPE". Best regards, Catherine.

This little sweetie traveled all the way from the Czech Republic.

The sender writes: Hello :) My name is Romana and I send you hello from Czech Republic :) I read that you like shoes. Me too. I have a lot o high-heels shoes and other style :) My favorite season is summer too. I like swimming and sunbathing. Best Wishes. Romana.

Two little cutie patooties wishing you a good night.

Postcards from Germany

Good evening. Here are three Postcrossing cards I received from Germany.

A fabulous Mercedes.

The sender writes: Hello JarieLyn! I'm Melanie from Wiesbadem, Wiesbadem is an old Spa town. I work as a soft ware engineer. In my spare time I like long walks in nature. I'm very interested in history and architecture. And Wiesbaden is the perfect place for me. The buildings are almost all attributable to the classicism, hstoricism and art noubeau. I am going on foot, everyday and discover new interesting places. Many greetings. Melanie.

The top card is from Josephine. 

She writes: Dear JarieLyn! The boat on the card is the Queen Mary 2. It's unbelievable large! I never traveled with such a cruise liner, and I probably won't. :) It's too scary. But I hope you like the picture anyway. Happy Postcrossing and greetings from Hamburg! Josephine

The second sender writes: Helllo, Greetings and all best wishes from germany's No. 1 touist destinations. Hav a nice time, bye. (S.)

All the cards are quite lovely.

Smile!!!!!

What a gorgeous day it is. It's only 10:00 a.m. and my husband and I have already been down on the Las Vegas Strip photographing people and architecture with some other camera buddies. Can you believe I made it out of bed at 3:45 this morning? I am NOT a morning person, but it sure does feel good to have been so productive already. Our group also had a huge breakfast at The Peppermill. Excellent food I must say, but gigantic portions. Too much for me.

Smile! Here's some outgoing postcards and a letter to brighten someone's day. Enjoy the visual.

This happy guy is going to Germany.

I write: Hi Kathleen!  I live in Las Vegas. Today, my friend and I drove to the mountains and had a picnic and went for a hike. I absolutely love the smell of the pine trees. Have a beautiul life. Remember to stop and smell the roses. <3 JarieLyn

This is a condolence letter to a person I've never written to before. Her boyfriend died suddenly and unexpectedly at the young age of 24. My heart goes out to her.

This one is traveling to Japan.

I write: Hello Reiko, I am 50 years old woman living in Las Vegas, Nevada with my husband. Summer is here and it's hot but I love it. It's currently 104'F outside but I am relaing inside with the air conditioner on. I love my life. <3 Wishing you lots of joy. JarieLyn

Outgoing Postcrossings

Happy Saturday. It's always gorgeous here. Today, I am going to go walk a labyrinth with some friends. I think it will be a positive way to begin the rest of my day. Also, I want to go to the Farmer's Market that is in the park. I reallly need some fresh fruits and veggies.

Here are five Postcrossings that are going out in today's mail.

This is traveling to Belgium. (The daughter is collecting cards for her Mother's 65th b-day which is in November.)

I write: For Josee'. Discover truth. Explore passion. Create beauty. Have a fabulous birthday. Love and light from my hart to yours. <3 JarieLyn

This one is going to Australia.

I write: Hello Vanessa, after reading your profile, I had to google touchnote cards because I didn't know what it was. I completely agree with you that it defeats the purpose behind postcrossing. Anyway, I love to travel as much as I can. I wish you a happy life. <3 JarieLyn

This one is going all the way to Turkey.

I write: Hello Cansu, I live in Las Vegas, Nevada. I enjoy traveling, exploring, and listening to audiobooks. I am married with no children. I love dogs but don't hav any pets at the moment. I am looking forward to a visit to Cedar City, Utah pretty soon to photograph some old wagon trains and wagon wheels. Have a beautiful day. <3 JarieLyn

This creepy little girl is headed to the Netherlands.

I write: Hi Maria, I consider myself to be an open-minded person too. I am schooling myself on all kinds of spiritual and religious beliefs. The one thing I know for sure is that we are all energy. The journey is fascinating. Wishing you a happy and fulfilled life. <3 JarieLyn

This naked lady is headed to Italy.

I write: Hello Sergio, I've been hoping to find the right person to send this card to. I'm not sure where it originated but she's traveling from Las Vegas to you. Hope you enjoy. <3 Wishing you the best. JarieLyn

(I covered up the breasts in photoshop because I don't want to get into trouble with blogger)

Have a fantastic day beautiful people.

Outgoing Postcrossings

I really enjoy the process of choosing the right card for Postcrossing. It really is such a great hobby and it helps me to focus on one particular thing, which is kind of like meditating. It can also be a very creative process. Oh, the simple pleasures of writing a short little snippet about my day or life. I'm making my imprint and recording historical moments hopefully for future generations to stumble upon.

The above card is traveling to Russia.

I write: Hello Nadya! I just finished watching the bachelorette on TV. It seems I watch a lot of reality shows. My husband doesn't like reality TV at all. He prefers movies on the western channel. Cowboys and indians are his thing. Hope you and your husband enjoy the same type of shows so you can watch together. Lots of love to you. <3 JarieLyn

This postcrossing is on its way to China.

I write: Dear Sylvia, I hope you like the architecture on this building. I like it a lot. Tofay was a beautiful day in Las Vegas where I live. My husband and I went target shooting and we really enjoyed our new gun. I don't like hunting or shooting living things but I do believe in being prepared. Love and light to you. <3 JarieLyn

This one is traveling all the way to Germany.

I write: Hello Kati, Exploring new places is one of my very favorite things to do. I am adventurous and I love taking road trips. It's a big world out there with so much to see and I don't want to miss a thing. <3 sending you love. JarieLyn

This one is going to France.

I write: Greetings Steve! I am a huge animal lover, especially dogs, but I also really like cows, horses, elephants, and squirrels. I'm a 50 year old woman married to a great guy. Together, we love to travel, golf, shoot, photograph, and explore. Life is great and seems to always get bettr. Wishing you all the best! <3 JarieLyn

This lovely scene is going to greet a postcrosser in Finland.

I write: Hello, Hello, Hello! Everyday I am in awe of all the creativity I see in others. It's inspiring. I have many interest, quite ecclectic. My most favorite thing is traveling and exploring new places. My husband and I have a great life togheter. <3 Wishing you much love. JarieLyn

This collegiate card is headed to a college student in California.

I write: Hi Julie, I noticed you didn't have any New Jersey cards in your collection so I hope this will be your first. I'm a California native but I've lived in Las Vegas, NV for 17 years. Life is good and I love sending and receiving mail. Have a wonderful life. <3 JarieLyn