r/penpalsover30

Hi! I have been living abroad for almost three years now, in a small picturesque village in southern Germany. I find it difficult to make close friends here, as many people come only for a short time and then leave again as tourists. I keep in touch with my old friends, do some part-time work, and study a little online. Because of this, I spend hours at the computer or on my phone, which makes me feel a little discouraged. I really love paper letters, and in general I am trying to move towards a simpler, slower-paced life.

From the outside, I may seem introverted and rather reserved, perhaps even a little mysterious, but in close conversation I can talk for a long time and with great pleasure. I am interested in discovering the world and learning new things about art, culture, and cinema. Sometimes I feel that I read too much news, but I cannot quite tear myself away from it, partly because I want to live through this moment together with society. Later, all of this will become part of history. I started becoming interested in history a couple of years ago, and since then I have been filling in the gaps in my knowledge with great curiosity.

I spent several years of my life back in my home country studying neurophysiology, although that is all in the past now. I would be happy to talk about all sorts of things — I have both the time and the desire to write. I am interested in both long and short letters, sad and funny ones, whether perfectly written or not. I can correspond in Russian, in intermediate English, and in still rather weak German.

Hola, cześć, привет, merhaba, etc.

I am caught up with my existing pen pals and would like to write a chatty first letter or two. If you believe we would be compatible as pen friends, you may just receive one of them!

The first step to compatability: would you enjoy receiving a somewhat lengthy first letter, provided the letter was conversational and asked you questions throughout (ie, not just a wall of text about myself)?

If you answered YES, you may proceed with the post.

As the subject states, I'm a 38 year old woman. I live in Chicago, which is mostly ok. I'm currently in the process of changing careers, and my first day of school is tomorrow! Wowza! I'm also engaged and not really looking to change that, except for when I get married (but that will be to the same person).

I'm definitely a nerd and kind of a weirdo. I like riding my bike, making art, listening to and making music, reading, horror movies, true crime, video games, taxidermy, languages, and community service. I read tarot and have done so for about 15 years now. I do a lot of mail swapping/mail exchange, and like to trade art, ephemera, etc.

Other misc stuff I like: clowns, dragons, Furbies, woolly mammoths, guns/weapons, succulents, Monster High, photography, conspiracy theories, emergency medicine.

If you are still reading: whoa, why? Don't answer that. Instead, comment below 👇🏻 or send me a message 🫵🏻 👉🏻📧

Tell me your favorite horror movie, or your favorite non-horror movie if you're a coward. What was the last thing you read? A goal you have for the remainder of the year? Just some things you may consider telling me other than the basics about yourself.

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Hi there! o/ (waves)

COME ON IN, have a seat, comfy?! Great, Would you like some tea and cake?

Let me tell you about myself whilst you enjoy some refreshments!

☆ Married, INTJ, Ravenclaw, quirky, introverted-extrovert (I am a contradition), nerd, geek, patient, curious, quiet life lover, anxiety/over thinker, dog mom (Cockapoo - see profile pic/avatar)...

☆ Love: Gardening🌱, wildlife & garden bird watching 🐦🐾🐛, growing plants & veg🌼🌽, cooking, history, country music, sci-fi, fantasy, stickers, mail-art, PC/Xbox gaming, stationary..

☆ Watching Tv: Bookish, Ludwig, Professor T, Vigil, Line of Duty, Victoria, Trigger Point, QI, Discovery of Witches, Dr Who, The Crown, Star Trek, Star Wars, Bond, LOTR, Harry Potter, Documentaries..

☆ Books: Discworld, Harry Potter, Star Trek TNG, Discovery of Witches...

☆ Fun fact: Had my ears pierced for first time end of last year and another piercing early this year

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I am looking for:

●● FEMALE SNAIL MAIL pals

●● 25 to 65 (roughly)

●● From anywhere in the world, including the UK

●● No pressure reply when you can, relaxed friendship always

Please introduce yourself.......

Hi! Just looking for SNAIL MAIL pen pals to chat with at whatever pace you’d like! I’m not interested in communicating through email or DMs. We gotta put the phones down at some point lol. Some interests I have are reading, writing, traveling, fishing/crabbing, gaming (really just Sims 4 and Paralives lol), true crime, listening to music to name a few. We can chat about everyday life, whatever is going on with you etc. I am pretty laid back and easy going and I always keep an open mind. DM me to connect!

37F looking for snail mail pen friends.

I love to get to know people through the stories they can share about their lives and their experiences. I’m looking for own friends from all over the world who would be interested in connecting through a lost art of pen to paper correspondence.

If you are interested, send me a DM and we can go from there :)

A little about myself: I like to bike, almost daily, that's my mode of exercise.

I love to cook, but been lazy recently because of moving. I love books (mainly fiction but occasionally nonfiction seeps in) but oh my "to read list" is endless.

My day job is as a research professor (meaning I don't teach, well not recently). With my job I am trying to maintain a healthy work/life balance after spending a decade being a workaholic.

I am addicted to music and listen to it almost every moment of the day, there is always music in the background in my house.

I have lifelong interests in Mathematics and Physics.

Online chess is how I release stress sometimes. My taste in film is more towards the "arthouse" but I do enjoy the occasional mainstream show. Trying to limit TV though because I feel I watched way too much of it as a teenager.

Still trying to figure out what are we for ? what is all this about ? Maybe I will someday.

I can never sleep before midnight, and don't want to.

I wish I had time to write more.

Anyway, looking forwards to making a penpal or two. Thanks for reading this.

UK based 44F, looking to exchange letters and build genuine, platonic friendships with females around the world.

I miss aspects of how life used to be before everything became internet based and I want to reclaim some of it, so I’m primarily looking for snail mail penpals. I’m excited about having those slow building connections, and the magic of seeing letters dropping through the letterbox instead of just bills and unwanted flyers.

A little about me:  I’m a gamer (love WoW and cosy gaming like Dreamlight Valley, Pokopia), I love crafts (crochet, art, painting and lots of other creative stuff), watching sport (Football, NFL, WWE), baking, music and watching films. I love collecting colourful pens, I love colour in general and I miss when the world was more colourful!  I also love animals and have a dog (pug), a cat and a leopard gecko. I’m into puzzles and word games too.

Christmas is my favourite time of year and I absolutely live for everything Christmassy.😊 I do also enjoy the spooky season too though – can’t get enough pumpkin spiced lattes!

I’m looking for penpalling to be something fun and positive. I want people who are kind, curious and genuine. I want to get to know you, what makes you laugh, what you're currently obsessed with, your weird little habits, the things you're looking forward to, your home, your culture, your hobbies, your opinions, your dreams and all the random nonsense in between. Tell me about your favourite music or games, the ridiculous thing that happened at work, the TV show you're obsessed with, your latest craft disaster, the pointless opinion you will defend for all eternity, your favourite useless facts, your favourite childhood memories.

I am in a long-term happy relationship so I am looking for platonic penpal friendships only. If things get even slightly weird in that regard I will simply stop replying so if you’re looking for more than a friendship, I’m not the connection for you. I don’t have kids, and I’m happy to penpal with people who do – however I’d love my penpal friendships to be a space where we get to know each other as individuals. So if you’re looking for your children to be a big focus in your letters, or for someone to share lots of parenting stories with, I’m probably not the ideal penpal for you either. Finally, although I’m absolutely happy to hear about the ups and downs of life, I’m looking for penpalling to be primarily a positive and uplifting experience, so I’m also not the right person if you’re looking for somewhere to regularly vent or process difficult personal circumstances. I’d prefer our letters to be about a mixture of things rather than predominantly focused on health issues, disabilities, family difficulties or other heavy subjects.

Age-wise I’m pretty relaxed as long as you’re an adult, I’m much more interested in whether we actually click than in what year you were born. So if you feel like we’d get on well and would enjoy good conversation, friendship and laughter, please reach out via DM initially!

After many years of debating whether to do it, I’ve finally opened a PO Box.

Hi, I'm Danie. I love taking photos on film, but hardly ever have a reason to actually develop them. Today, I printed 20 of them at the local store, and it got me thinking: I’d love to connect with people who love the medium as much as I do — or who are into digital photography — and want to exchange photos through the mail.

Print a photo, write a letter, and tell me about the place where you took it, what it means to you, or what it makes you think of. I’ll do the same!

Cool people to the front. Perverts and weirdos need not apply. I would also prefer to write to people who align with me politically. No MAGA/TERFs. Free Palestine, Congo, and Sudan.

Hiiii! 🥰 I’m Izzy, I’m 25 and from Colorado! I’m pretty new to the whole pen pal thing, but the idea of getting actual letters in the mail sounds SO cute, so I figured why not give it a try!

A little about me I’m definitely a homebody, but I love watching shows, reading, listening to music, true crime, horror, thrillers, K-dramas, and going down random YouTube rabbit holes. 😂 I’m also getting back into reading and especially love thrillers, darker books, romance, and fantasy.

I’m looking for genuine, long-term friendships not just exchanging two letters and disappearing. I want the random life updates, funny stories, deep conversations, favorite books, current obsessions, pet stories, and everything in between! 💕

I’m open to pen pals from anywhere in the world! 🌎 My mom is also completely supportive and has accepted me writing letters internationally, so international pen pals are absolutely welcome! And also USA

If you’re around my age or older, love books, true crime, TV shows, music, horror, or just want a genuine friendship, I’d love to hear from you! 🥰

I’m awkward and there’s a good chance I’ll be too nervous to message first 😂😭 so don’t be shy come say hi!

Dms open

Looking for long term friends that are open to text/Reddit DM and/or email.

I'm in the process of a major change in life(hopefully all positive), and it's a little terrifying. But, exciting at the same time. Looking for friends to socialize with, and share whatever stories they've acquired along the way.

Message me, and let's build this friendship.

Hi! As the title says, I’m from Pennsylvania, USA and looking for a penpal! I’ve never had a penpal but I’m excited about the possibility of making new friends over the world. Along with letters, I would really love to send someone small items like stickers, tiny artworks, or even small handcrafted gifts and receive some in exchange. Not like as a firm commitment, but just as a little fun surprise every now and again! Looking to write to just 1 or 2 people about once a month, very casual. :)

A little bit about me - I’m childfree and live with my boyfriend, our 4 cats, and our axolotl. I have a variety of creative hobbies and also enjoy reading, hiking, gardening, fitness, video games, and watching K-dramas. I have been trying to teach myself Mandarin Chinese for the last year (it’s going very, very, VERY slowly, lol) and have picked up a tiny bit of Korean from the shows I watch - if you speak either of those languages and are willing to share, I would be super interested (all communication from me would be in English).

If you are interested in exchanging letters and lil trinkets, please don’t hesitate to comment or DM!

Hello there. As the title says, I like sending/receiving emails and also attaching audios every once in a while. Why the audio? So the other person feels more real and I know which voice to use in my mind when reading their letters.

I'm in a period in my life in which I'm kind of clueless. I'm planning to get back to university in a few months, I'll either get into the humanities or economics department. I tend to be interested in languages, philosophy and psychology. I noticed recently that I tend to enjoy "difficult" conversations with people, those conversations people tend to want to avoid. Nothing taboo but rather of the philosophical kind, or psychological.

My native language is Spanish but I speak English fluently. I'm often listening to podcasts in English or music in either English or some asian language. I'd like to talk mostly with people from the UK or US or from asia since I find these cultures interesting, but really anyone can reply to this post.

Sometimes I write long emails and ask many questions but I'm not really much of a talker. But, I tend to get deep with conversation. Regarding the frequency of communication... sometimes I write back right away, other times after a week or so, depending on my mood, and I'd expect a similar frequency from the other person.

Well, besides all that.. I like drawing sometimes, running, drinking coffee. I'd like to watch more comedy shows and read more, and overall just share simple facts about our lives, what we ponder about and stuff.

I'd like to talk a bit via reddit DM first and if we get along then we exchange emails.

Where to begin? At the start, I suppose.

Well, as the subject says, I'm looking for a few pen pals to exchange emails with. I'd love to move to snail mail at some point so we that can send good old fashioned letters and maybe even the odd trinket or two (stickers, bookmarks, that sort of thing), but I'd much rather stick with email to begin with if it's all the same.

I'm mostly looking for other women to write to, but won't discriminate against boys as long as they're not weird or smelly. That was a joke. Obviously all boys are both weird and smelly.

My main hobbies are reading and gaming so it would be nice if we had something in common there, but don't fret if not.

I suppose I don't really want to give too much more away at this point. Always good to maintain an air of mystery, I say. Keep the reader intrigued and all that.

So if this sounds like the sort of correspondence you'd like to write, and perhaps I sound like the sort of person you'd like to write to, please do leave me a comment with something interesting in it, and/or a question, and I'll do my best to get back to you promptly.

Yours,

Specific Cap

PS. I was thinking we could exchange emails maybe once a week.

I'm 34f living in Southwestern Ontario, Canada looking to make friends from near and far! I have very messy handwriting, but would love some snail mail buddies as I love stationary and am forever collecting cute pens, pretty paper, and fun greeting cards. My keyboard is also super satisfying to type on, so I'm definitely down for email pen pals as well!

I work in library and information science and have a very small side-hustle crafts business (primarily cross stitch and handmade notebooks). I have a puppy that I would love to send photos of and enjoy baking, crafting of all kinds, reading, horror movies, heavy metal, musical theatre, and finding any excuse to make a spreadsheet. I dabble in sports (watching, not playing - I'm so very uncoordinated) but honestly enjoy nothing more than getting to see people get excited about talking about their special interests, so please tell me all about your hobbies or hyper-fixations!

If you're interested in connecting, please feel free to send me a message! If you need an ice breaker, I'd love to know your the first cartoon character you ever had a crush on!

Hi all,

I'm in my late 20's and from the United States, and I'm interested in finding international penpals to connect with, as I'm someone who enjoys learning about other cultures and getting to know people from around the world. I've chosen to seek out penpals as a way to unplug from social media and spend time intentionally slowing down.

What am I looking for in a penpal? I'm seeking someone who feels best in a low-pressure social environment and who would enjoy connecting with another introverted, low-key individual like myself. I would need to find a penpal who is comfortable allowing some time to pass (within reason, of course - a week, two weeks, etc.) between us without feeling the need to rush our new friendship and connection. I'm seeking penpals who I can be unserious with, joke and share a laugh with while conversely, we can also have in-depth conversation that feels organic and not rushed. I am not looking for surface level busy-messaging, but I am seeking a deeper exchange that is thoughtful and rewarding for both of us.

I'd love the opportunity to reflect with others on the small, joyful moments in our daily lives that often seem insignificant. Exchanging music, books, and film recommendations are all exciting for me too, as these are my biggest interests. Sharing recipes and stickers is also great!

Some of my hobbies include reading, writing, and taking long walks outside in nature. I just finished reading the Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo, and now I'm reading the Bell Jar for the first time. Another favorite book I read this year was When My Heart Joins the Thousand, along with Act Your Age, Eve Brown. I love listening to chill rap and R&B, acoustic music, and indie, but my music taste has a wide range, and I'd love to know what music you enjoy, too.

If you're interested in connecting, please message me. I'd like to progress from Reddit messaging to Snail Mail. I know there are some cool penpals out there! I can't wait to get to know you.

Looking to write within the US or international.

A little about me: I read a lot and will bounce between romance, psychological thrillers, autobiographies, self help, and whatever else catches my attention. I love cooking, trying new foods, sports, random facts, music, stand up comedy, traveling when I can, and conversations that can go from completely unserious to weirdly deep without warning.

I’m also very much a “tell me the lore” person. Tell me about your job, the weird thing that happened to you Tuesday, what you’re currently obsessed with, the book/thing/person/scenario you can’t stop thinking about, your family drama, your hometown, or just whatever is going on in your little corner of the world.

I don’t care where you’re from or if we have all the same interests. I actually think it’s more fun if we don’t.

No need for fancy stationery or perfect handwriting either. I’ve been deciphering doctors’ handwriting for years. 😂

If any of this remotely sounds like a good time(I’m even quite funny) then reach out!

Hello! I am turning 30 next year, so I hope I can still post here.

I am a teacher from Portugal and love to write about all things and have ADHD.

I would love to learn, honestly. Tell me about that topic you have been obsessed about or your favorite painting or what is for you the meaning of life or just send me a poem you liked.

It doesnt need to be fancy or artsy.

If you want to tell me what you ate for lunch, I would gladly read it.

I would love to write and receive letters.

I feel like no one writes anymore.

Wish you the best,

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Hi! I used to love writing letters and notes and have slowly fallen out of practice. I would love to get back into it in a fun way and snail mail is right up my alley!
I live in Alaska with my three kitties. I love cooking, napping, and playing video games from time to time.

Hello fellow Redditors!

I am a 38 yr old female from the north of England, looking to connect with people from around the world. I love to learn about other people’s lives and perspectives on the world and would love to get to know yours!

Little bit about me - I’m a mum of two and my interests include reading, writing, theatre, music and comedy. I love coffee, cats and creative projects. I also love alliteration.
I’m very open minded and I’m happy to talk about all the big divisive stuff - politics, religion, Taylor Swift etc - as long as it’s always kept respectful.

I specifically want to write postal letters - one of my aims is to reduce my digital interactions - I want to slow down my pace of life a little and go back to basics.

If this all sounds like your cup of tea then drop me a line with a bit about you and we’ll go from there ☺️

have had a difficult complicated life that seems to have turned into something very enjoyable lately, would love to share stories ideas dreams and encouragement with someone nice. i was looking for a penpal a while back but was having trouble finding someone my age, this sub popped up on my feed so I'll try one more time. I'm something like a lesbian goth cowboy hippy mom that's the gist. Platonic penpal probably good

very into cooperative vs. competetive mindsets!!!

More interests: herbs mushrooms cooking fermentation gardening crafting building painting drawing all genres of music tarot carl jung psychology nature

I am capable of good grammar and spelling I just kinda don't respect english

DMs welcome