An old-school Christmas letter can bridge the chasm between here and there, then and now. It can be held in someone's hand, when that someone is out of reach.

LONDON — Kate, the Princess of Wales, has shared a Christmas letter offering a poignant message about the importance of “love, kindness and forgiveness.” Calling for “love, not fear ...

Every year some columnist seems to feel the need to bash Christmas newsletters. Last week, the columnist was especially snide [“It’s Great to Catch Up —Whoever You Are,” Dec. 14].

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