Amanda Smith is a freelance journalist and writer. She reports on culture, society, human interest and technology. Her stories hold a mirror to society, reflecting both its malaise and its beauty.

There’s no need to spin the gift card carousel at the store; these ones have it built in. There’s no need to spin the gift card carousel at the store; these ones have it built in. is a former news ...

Everyone likes getting cards. I’d prefer paper-cards to an e-card, but hey, I’m not choosy. Any card is still a sign that someone’s thinking well of me. Except, of course, when it’s not really from a ...