Writing a Letter to a Friend on Chol Hamoed
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Question
Is it permissible to write a letter to a friend on Chol Hamoed? With or without alteration? She might receive it after the holiday.
Answer
Shalom and blessings
It is permissible to write by hand since it is not considered professional work, and it is customary to alter by writing the lines slightly diagonally rather than straight.
Mo'adim le-simcha
Source
Shulchan Aruch (Orach Chaim, Siman 545, Se'if 5) Mishnah Berurah (Se'if Katan 34-35; Bi'ur Halacha on "even").