About Writing with Wela | The Story Behind the Letters

A Letter Changed My Life. Maybe One Can Change Yours Too.

My name is Wela, and I am a grandmother of five — and a lifelong believer in the power of a handwritten letter.

My love for letter writing began with my own grandmother, my very first pen pal. She had a beautiful way of making me feel seen and loved through every word she wrote. But she did something even more remarkable — she began writing to me in Spanish, gently teaching me her language one letter at a time. I would write back in both English and Spanish, and without even realizing it, I was learning, growing, and connecting across generations and cultures.

She also inspired me to keep a journal — a place to pour out my thoughts, to process life, and to write to God, leaving the things beyond my control on His altar. That practice of writing became one of the most grounding, healing, and joyful parts of my life.

Now, I want to share that gift with you.

What is Writing with Wela?

Writing with Wela is a monthly letter subscription born from a simple but profound belief: everyone deserves to feel the warmth of a handwritten letter in their mailbox.

Each month, I will write to you — personally, sincerely, and from the heart. Depending on your subscription tier, you may also receive thoughtful extras curated just for you. And for those who choose our most intimate tier, Tier Three, I invite you to write back. I will read every word and respond. Because that's what pen pals do.

This is more than a subscription. It's a community. A place to belong. A reminder that in a world of notifications and noise, someone took the time to sit down, pick up a pen, and think of you.

Welcome to Writing with Wela. I'm so glad you're here.