Store-bought cards are great; they have never failed to do their job, but I have always found them a bit hollow. While their messages are sweet or comedic, they are also mass-produced slogans that can be given to anyone. When I think about all the cards I have ever received, the ones I have appreciated have contained personalized messages or were hand-made. At GRF Seema’s card-making workshop, I found myself reflecting on how important it is to show how much you care about others through your actions. I could write a simple “Happy Birthday” message to my sister using a store bought card, but putting that same “Happy Birthday” message in a card I made would be more memorable. I would take her personality into account, adding silly drawings and shared jokes to a card matching her favorite color scheme and patterns. Everything I put into the card would be for her. A store bought card does the job, but hand-made cards carry a stronger message of care and affection. Looking at the cards I made, I am happy to say that I may have found a new potential hobby.