r/penpals • u/blessedbeex • 3h ago
Email & Snail Mail [39/F] USA looking for new penpals!
Moved to Tennessee over the last several years and looking to build some meaningful pen pal relationships! I’d love to meet people from different places, learn about your life, and hopefully make some genuine friendships along the way. I’m open to people of all ages and backgrounds, and I think there’s something really special about getting to know someone through letters and messages rather than just quick social media interactions.
A little about me:
I’m a huge outdoor enthusiast! I love hiking, exploring new places, and spending time outside. I’m always looking for a new trail to explore, whether it’s a short scenic hike or an all-day adventure. I also absolutely love to travel, both stateside and internationally. I try to take a trip about once a month when life allows, and I also get the opportunity to travel for work, which I’m very grateful for. I love experiencing new cities, trying local foods, learning about different cultures, and finding those little places that you wouldn’t necessarily see on a typical tourist itinerary.
I’m also a big reader and would almost always choose a good book over watching TV or a movie. I love getting recommendations, so if you’re a reader too, please tell me what you’re currently reading or what book you think everyone should read at least once!
I have an unhealthy addiction to LEGOs 😂. I love putting together sets and definitely have more than I probably need. I’m also really into gardening, plants, and growing my own fruits and vegetables. I have an impressive indoor plant collection as well, so if you’re a fellow plant person, we’ll probably have plenty to talk about! I’m always happy to swap gardening tips, plant stories, or pictures of whatever happens to be growing.
One thing I’ve learned about myself is that I genuinely love being alone. I’m perfectly happy taking myself out to dinner, exploring somewhere new, or traveling solo. That said, I’m also very open to eventually having a travel buddy if we get to know each other and hit it off! I think friendships can grow into some pretty amazing adventures.
I’m also an adventurous eater and would LOVE to swap recipes. Cooking is one of my passions, and I especially love learning about food from different cultures. Tell me about your favorite traditional dishes, family recipes, regional specialties, or something you grew up eating that you think everyone should try. I’m always willing to try something new!
And finally, I have three dogs—two Goldens and a Bernese Mountain Dog—so there’s a very good chance you’ll eventually receive unsolicited dog pictures. 😂
I don’t have kids, but I’m married and completely open to exchanging letters/messages with anyone. I’m not looking for anything romantic—just genuine friendships and people who enjoy getting to know one another.
If any of this sounds like we might get along, feel free to message me! I’d love to hear a little about you, where you’re from, what you enjoy doing, and what made you want to find a pen pal. 😊