Sangha of Auspicious Companions

I Travelled the World Delivering Letters to Strangers

On a Galápagos Island, there is an old whisky barrel that has been used since 1793 to send mail back home. Originally used by sailors at port, it is now used by tourists. People leave a letter and take one that they are able to hand-deliver to its destination. Jonny Beardmore traveled to the island in 2022 while processing grief following the death of his father. He saw the barrel filled to the brim. He took a few home to New Zealand and delivered them to some grateful recipients. Their joy in receiving them brought him joy. Jonny had watched his Dad lose his ability to travel and physically communicate, so he wanted to honor him, and help raise awareness of motor neuron disease (MND). He returned to the island, “picked out 55 letters and postcards… covering at least 52 countries and spanning all seven continents.” His journey delivered joy to both the recipients and Jonny, and many became lifelong friends.

Be The Change

Write a letter to a friend, and deliver it yourself whether in person or virtually. Feel the joy!