SPONSORED CONTENT -- (StatePoint) While “thank you” notes have been exchanged since the 1400s, they remain as important as ever today.

Of course, a simple note sent through the mail still does the trick. However, for those who want to get creative, cool new digital options can help you express gratitude for kind acts, gifts and more. For example, American Greetings offers personalized video cards called SmashUps that feature celebrities like Alicia Keys, Dolly Parton and William Shatner and can be used to celebrate a variety of occasions.

However you choose to deliver your message, be sure to speak from the heart, meaningfully and authentically expressing your gratitude. And remember, saying “thank you” never goes out of style.