Just received a red leather luggage tag in the mail along with this note:

Dear empedocles:

As a Gold Elite member of Marriott Rewards who has stayed at least 60 nights with us this year, I want to thank you for your continued and greatly valued loyalty to our family of brands. As a token of our appreciation, we've enlcosed a Luggage tag for you.

Your visits inspire us to provide you with the recognition you deserve...and a level of service that exceeds your expectations. I want to assure you that your satisfaction remains our top priority, and we look forward to making all of your future stays a rewarding experience.

Sincerely,
].W. Marriott, Jr.

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Interesting.... of course since I don't travel for work anymore and have no money, next year will be my last year as an elite, and they'll be lucky to get a paid night or two, but it was nice of them to send it to me...