Though I've been collecting postcards for about two years now, I've only gotten into stamps recently; I found a neat little shop downtown full of old mail-related things and coins. I don't have a clue as to value or anything, I just love old mail I wouldn't mind learning more of course! I think I'm still more inclined towards postcards all things considered though; I've bought a few vintage ones from that shop with writing on the backside. I just know the stories behind them are interesting.
Keep collecting what interests you. Stamp collecting has as many ways to collect as there are collectors. I share your interest in old postcards. Welcome to the forum!
Welcome. I've got quite a few old postcards as well. I always see some in the Antique Malls here in Maryland.
Welcome to the group. I have a small number of older cards that I inherited from a friend some time back... you are right about the messages on the back!!