How to Thank a Relative for a Large Monetary Gift?

  

Dear Polite One,

I received a large monetary gift from a relative.  She stated that she would rather distribute it while she is still living and get joy from seeing how it is used.  I thanked her verbally when I received it and would like to know what the proper follow-up is.  

She and I both live in the same small town and I visit her frequently.  Should I still send a written thank-you note through the mail, or give it to her when I visit her this week or is a verbal thank you appropriate?

Thank you for your suggestions.

Thankful

Dear Thankful,

Generally, a verbal thank you is fine when you receive a gift face to face.  However, a handwritten thank-you card sent by snail mail is more personal and very proper.

Most sincerely,

The Polite One

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