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What is a Penpal?
A penpal is someone (usually someone who lives in another state, province or country) that you write letters to. Sometimes, your penpal can become a true friend. In the past, penpals typically corresponded through letters written on paper or by postcard. Today, penpals have many more options including Email (often referred to as epals or Keypals), SMS (yes, some penpals prefer text messaging by mobile phone) and VoIP (there are penpals who like to use voice over IP), but others still prefer the original medium (sometimes referred to as snail mail).
friend SHACK includes a built in messaging service which allows all penpals to initially correspond anonymously prior to divulging an email, text, skype or post address. New penpals can also exchange pictures or photos of themselves or things they like.
Why find a Penpal? It's always nice to have friends! People often search for penpals for one or more of the following reasons:
- practice letter writing skills.
- learn about a new culture or society.
- find penpals to study or practice a language.
- build long lasting friendships.
- swap things such as stamps, postcards, coins, labels or friendship books.
- foster peace and values through cultural exchange.
- previously had a penpal and are looking for more or new friends.
Why friend SHACK? We're free, easy-to-use, secure and heavily moderated for a general audience (penpals of all ages). friend SHACK has penpals from 120+ countries (6 continents) and welcomes everyone.
Ready to join friend SHACK? Sign up here. |
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