Thanksgiving the Top Holiday for Mailing Greeting Cards

Cleveland, Ohio (November 2007) Whether they are not able to make it home for the big day or they simply want to send their warm wishes a bit earlier, consumers have made Thanksgiving the most popular holiday for greeting cards to be mailed.

Though not typically thought of as a greeting card holiday, the newest Thanksgiving Day cards have been created with a focus on expressing warm sentiments, especially for those who can’t make it home. Work and family life often make it difficult to come home for Thanksgiving, especially with holidays right around the corner. And while many are accustomed to the “family conference call” (where every member of your family spends a few seconds on the phone with you) it’s always nice to send a little bit of yourself as well.

Sending a little bit of yourself a bit earlier has driven more consumers to send Thanksgiving cards as their traditional “year-end” greetings as well. Sending a card for Thanksgiving, as opposed to the upcoming holiday season, eliminates the concern of being lost amidst the mail that we all typically receive at this time of year, and it offers a warm, unexpected greeting sure to be appreciated by any recipient.

Whether looking for the perfect card for family or friends, the newest offerings for Thanksgiving can be found at participating drug chains, grocery stores and super centers nationwide, as well as in American Greetings and Carlton Cards retail stores.

About American Greetings Corporation
American Greetings Corporation (NYSE: AM) is one of the world's largest manufacturers of social expression products. Along with greeting cards, its product lines include gift wrap, party goods, stationery, calendars, ornaments and electronic greetings. Located in Cleveland, Ohio, American Greetings generates annual revenue of approximately $1.7 billion. For more information on the Company, visit http://corporate.americangreetings.com.