Writing a check to give as a wedding gift seems so simple. You don't have to spend time scouting the registry, you just jot down the information, seal it in a card and dash off to the party.

What to write in a thank-you card for a gift. For anyone unsure of what they want to say, Swann recommends writing a first draft on a piece of scratch paper to work out any kinks, ...

Dear Miss Manners: I grew up in an era where it was customary to enclose a personal check in a greeting card as a gift.This worked for celebrations attended in person, and also when the card and ...