The Why's of Pen Pal Writing

by The Greek Wallflower (a.k.a. moi)
(originally written way back in the 80s before the advent of the internet)

1) To avoid if not totally eradicate the creeping epidemic called boredom

2) To seek refuge from your allergy, that is, school/work

3) To exchange pleasantries and may be insults with faceless if not nameless creatures

4) To let other people know how wide your vocabulary is

5) To discover someone out there who can match your wit and humor ... if ever you have them

6) To practice your talents in creative writing and avoid plagiarism

7) To let other people talk about themselves ... when you want to talk about yourself

8) To actually use the countless boxes of hoarded stationery since grade school

9) To keep yourself from jumping off any tall skyscraper when you're feeling really morose.

10) To look for a lifetime partner ... if you're that desperate.

Ahihihi.