I read an article today that announced, “Paper checks are dead.” I am here to tell you that I regularly write and send paper checks, and I have no plans to discontinue this lifelong habit. In doing so, I am clearly swimming against the tide. The article said that 57% of Americans haven’t written a check in over a month.
The good news is that three-quarters of Americans aged 65 and older still use checks. A few days ago, I watched a woman write a check for a small purchase painstakingly at a local supermarket. The cashier patiently waited for her to write out the details, smiling. I’ve found that it’s pretty tricky to obtain checks when you run out. Fortunately (and for how long, I don’t know), I can purchase them online from Costco. I hope the check order doesn’t disappear like their Polish Hot Dog.
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I’m a dreamer at heart, proudly born and raised in San Francisco—a city that covers just 49 square miles but was heaven on earth for me. Every corner of The City (as we natives affectionately call it) has been a part of my life. No area ever felt too distant. With wide eyes and an open heart, I’ve always welcomed the world around me. I find joy in creativity, wonder, and discovering new possibilities—whether that’s through international work adventures or dreaming up the next exciting idea. Even though San Francisco was my hometown, my passport has taken me to many amazing places and introduced me to wonderful people, shaping me in countless ways. I carry pieces of these experiences and friendships with me wherever I go. Above all, I treasure my family, friends, and those small, meaningful moments that keep my spirit alive and thriving. I never want my curiosity to fade away.
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