Ever wonder what a mailbox can teach us about resilience? The Leaning Mailbox in Taipei’s Zhongshan District certainly has a story to tell. Typhoon Soudelor struck Taiwan in 2015. Winds reached a staggering 200 km/h. A dislodged billboard slammed into two innocent mailboxes, one red and one green. The impact left them tilted, forever altered. The Leaning Mailbox, specifically the red one often called “Little Red,” became an instant sensation. People were charmed by their quirky resilience. They seemed to embody the spirit of Taiwan, standing tall despite the storm’s fury. Instead of replacing the damaged mailboxes, the authorities saw an opportunity. They installed a plaque nearby. The plaque shares the Leaning Mailbox’s story in Chinese, Japanese, and English. It’s a testament to the unexpected beauty that can emerge from adversity. It explains how the mailboxes were “hit in the heads” and “couldn’t help but lean over from the pain.” But they persevered. What’s even more remarkable is that the Leaning Mailbox remains functional. Letters dropped into these tilted receptacles receive a special stamp. This stamp features the now-famous leaning mailboxes. It’s a unique souvenir for those who visit. So, the next time you’re in Taipei, make sure to visit the Leaning Mailbox near the intersection of Nanjing East and Longjiang Roads. Take a picture with Little Red and remember its message. Even in the face of powerful storms, we can all choose to persevere.
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