Anticipation! That describes a high of the day when the mail truck arrives at our apartment community. For some older folks it’s a happy, social-distancing event in the lobby by their mailboxes — one of many benefits of apartment living.
“What’s coming for you and me today?” Something surprising, mixed with bills and junk mail? A letter from an old friend or younger child? A postcard from a world traveler? Bottom line: junk with coupons is better than an empty mailbox, for which friends can offer sympathy and offer hope for the next day.
Then there’s always email, which young people treat as chat, quickly responding by phone app, like breathing in and breathing out. ( I may be wrong — just my impression.) Email can also bring delightful surprises anytime of the day or night ... with limited opportunity to socialize in our “e-lounge” computer room. Free printing for those who keep mail on paper.
Got mail today?
