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Cajungal

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Nov 27, 2008
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Chad, I got your letter! Well I got it a while ago, but I made myself wait to read it until I had the time to write. Now I do! You really have a skill for letter writing. I get self-conscious when I write to people and don't always do well being conversational. I have such poor vision... I needed my little magnifying glass and extra light to read it. Damn my eyes!
 
Nov 26, 2008
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I am sooo glad to hear things have begun to arrive! It's lovely news. And yes, my handwriting... I write a lot, so it gets better, slowly. Just wait til I break out the fancy paper and fountain pen.
 
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The seal was harder than I thought it'd be. I tried to use my High school ring as my stamp but it never worked out quite right. I think i needed to wait until it was solid, but still warm enough to press. I'll try again on my reply when hopefully it's less windy as well.
 
Nov 26, 2008
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Wax cools/solidifies pretty quickly, so I wouldn't wait long. I do it while it's still super liquidy and hold the seal for 15-20 seconds... then pull it off and you've got a mostly-hardened, clean imprint. Sealing wax might have different properties than other wax though? I'm not sure. Seems a reasonable assumption, I suppose.
 
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Chad Sexington - I received your letter today! I was very impressed with the sealing wax and use of a fountain pen. They gave the letter a special touch. I should write you back when I have a moment.
 
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So glad it arrived! :D I got your postcard the day after I sent the letter... Timely! (forgot to post my thanks)
 
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Cajungal I moved out three weeks ago, and not only have I gotten behind on responding to letters, I think your letter may still be at my parents house, as they keep reminding me I have mail there. I'll be over there for dinner tonight so I will let you know if it's arrived!
 
Nov 26, 2008
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I am the worst person. Ever since I moved out, I've let this just fall completely by the wayside.

But now.

Now.

I have returned:
 
Dec 18, 2008
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Oh, this thread reminded me of a video. Mr. Sexington, prepare to turn green with envy.

Skip ahead to around 3:00 if you just want to get to the good stuff.

 
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