I get e-mail all the time. It’s not so special, even if it’s from someone I really want to hear from. But getting a card or a letter in the mail? Now that’s cool.

HBO and the U.S. Postal Service understand that. They’re getting together to offer customers a free greeting card and free postage. The card honors President John Adams, the second president of the United States and a prolific letter writer. That’s where HBO comes in. The network is set to air a seven-part miniseries on the life of John Adams. It’s based upon the Pulitzer Prize-winning biography by David McCullough and kicks off at 8 p.m. March 16.

To get your free card and postage, go to the Web site Power of the Letter. There are a number of free cards available and the options can be personalized with both text and uploaded photos. The company will print the card and send it to you, with postage already paid.

Then prepare to make someone’s day.

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