Gold, Hollywood and a Hidden Story | How a California Postcard Reminded Me of... Bau, Sarawak?
Hello, my dear readers! It was a beautiful Friday afternoon (November 14, 2025), and as usual, I was checking my mailbox, hoping for something more exciting than utility bills. And guess what? The mailbox were smiling! Tucked inside was this gorgeous postcard. It wasn't just any postcard; it was a map. And not just any map... it was California's 175th Birthday Party printed on a piece of cardboard! This colorful piece of mail came all the way from San Francisco, California, USA , sent by a lovely lady named Susan. Now, let's do what we do best here at Canon Rider . Let's grab a cup of coffee, sit back, and deep dive into the stories hidden in this 6x4 inch piece of paper. The Sender | A Penpal Adventure! Before we even look at the front , let's appreciate the back . This is the human connection, the heart of Postcrossing. Susan’s handwriting is so cheerful! She wrote: "Mawar, Greetings from San Francisco, California! Did you have a nice summer? One of my h...