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this could be you.
If you came across this on your For You page or found your way here out of curiosity, I don't think that's random.
Hello. Hola. Xin chào. I'm Monica.
I'm a storyteller, writer, and entrepreneur — and my whole life I've been chasing one thing: real connection.
I travel the world. I sit across from strangers at dinner tables. I ask people questions most people are too afraid to ask. Because I genuinely believe that the most meaningful things in life happen when we open ourselves up — when we take the risk, when we say yes to the opportunity.
Letters Beyond Borders was born from that same belief.
There are people in this world who feel unseen. Who keep everything inside because they don't know where to put it. Who look around at 8 billion people and still wonder — is there anyone out there who gets me? I've felt that too. And I never forgot it.
So I started writing letters to strangers. And somewhere between the stamps and the envelopes and the words on paper, something beautiful happened — real connections formed. Real friendships. Real moments that didn't happen by accident. They happened because someone took the risk and opened themselves up.
That's what I want for you.
Write to me. Say what's on your mind. And let's see what happens.
the red envelope
Every Friday, I go through the letters I received that week and randomly choose five to send back in a red envelope.
There's no formula. No way to request it. You won't see it coming.
But if you ever get one — keep it.
The same person can be chosen more than once. The more consistently you write, the more chances your letter has to land in that Friday pile.
Collect five red envelopes before the end of the year and you can redeem them for something we get to experience together.
Five red envelopes.Something you actually live. Not just receive.
Only five people total will ever redeem this experience. That's the cap. Once five people collect their five — it's done.
So if a red envelope ever shows up in your mailbox — hold onto it. It means more than you think.
and the experience? it could be this...
*Experiences are subject to mutual availability and scheduling. Letters Beyond Borders reserves the right to determine the nature and scope of the experience at its discretion. All experiences are facilitated in good faith and are non-transferable.
keep the letters coming
Every letter is written, packed, and sent by hand.
This takes real time. Real supplies. Real energy. None of it is cheap—and none of it is easy. But the moment I put a price on it, it stops being what it is.
This is my passion. My calling. Something I do because I genuinely love it—and because I believe real human connection shouldn't have a price tag.
When you choose to support, you're not paying for a service. You're believing in what this is.
And that belief is what allows me to keep reaching more people—
one letter at a time.
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got questions?
If you choose to support this, thank you. Really.
It allows me to keep doing this in a way that feels intentional. To keep writing, to keep responding, and to stay present in these conversations without rushing through them.
It also helps with the little things that add up — stamps, envelopes, supplies, and even small touches I like to include along the way, like celebrating someone's birthday or making a letter feel a little more personal.
But more than anything, it allows me to keep using something I've been given in a way that actually reaches people.
To connect with someone I may never meet, but still create something that feels real on both sides.
To bring a little bit of joy, a little bit of excitement, and something to look forward to.
And that means more than you probably realize.
Letters really do go beyond borders.
— Monica
Tired of only getting bills in the mail? Imagine someone you love feeling the same way.
Don't keep this to yourself. That's not very pen pal of you.
ready to write?
I write first. Always. Once I send your first letter, you write back — and from there, our conversation is ours. To get started, just send an email to my assistant with a few details.
I also write in Tiếng Việt and Español — because sometimes a letter means more in the language someone grew up speaking.
The name you'd like on your envelope.
Full address including city, state/province, country, and zip code.
Tell me something real — who you are, what you're into, what season of life you're in. There's no wrong answer.
"Hiya! My name is Monica Pham. My address is 123 Main Street, Dallas, TX 75001, USA. I'm an entrepreneur, graphic designer, writer, traveler, and foodie. I also love collecting the cutest mailing stamps I can find — and yes, I also collect salt and pepper shakers. Don't judge me. I enjoy having dinners with strangers, drinking matcha, and connecting with people from all walks of life. And when I get bored? I'll randomly fly to Paris for dessert, Japan for ramen, or New York for pizza — and come right back home. Something about Letters Beyond Borders just feels like exactly where I'm supposed to be right now."
By submitting your introduction, you agree to the following:
Your letter or story may occasionally be shared on social media or other platforms at my discretion. Your name and any identifying details will always be kept private.
Not every letter will be shared — only the ones that feel like they're meant to be heard.
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