22 Twists on Traditional Snail Mail

Sure e-mail is delivered faster, is cheaper and more convenient to send than traditional snail mail. But there's something special about heading to the mailbox and receiving a handwritten letter from an old friend.

Between junk mail, bills and mail addressed to the wrong person, it isn't always pleasant to open the mailbox these days. That special note can be just the ticket to brighten up your day, even just for a moment.

These twists on traditional snail mail will make anyone eager to see what the delivery person has brought them. From wooden postcards to miniature letters, we leave no stone unturned.