memories you can—trips you took together,
the way they kindly remember how
you take your coffee, and the gifts and
beautiful qualities they bring to the world,
not just to you.
Try thank you. Gratitude is never
the wrong sentiment: no one tires of
hearing thank you. Again, be specific in your
appreciation: the time your husband picked
your mom up from the hospital in the rain,
or the time your mom stood in line for
four hours to get you your favorite doll for
Christmas.
Look to the past, present
and future.
If you are having
difficulty starting your letter, make an
outline of past, present and future. What
was something in the past that defined
your relationship? Share what that person
brings to your life everyday. What lies
ahead for you and your loved one? What
do you look forward to?
Draft. Start with a 'for your eyes only'
rough draft. Just get all your thoughts
down first and then you can go back and
edit. Take your time composing this letter,
it will stand the test of time if you do. If
you are not the romantic wordsmith you
aspire to be it's OK to borrow a few quotes
xoxoxo
from the folks who know how to do it up
right. The tried and true romantic poets.
Just make sure that the quote you choose
mirrors your feelings for the intended.
Look here to find that inspiration (or
those few key lines to add upon).
Make it annual. Think about
making this an annual ritual, marking the
growth of your love and the relationship.
There is no doubt that these handwritten
messages of love and appreciation will
become keepsakes that the recipient will
treasure for years. A handwritten love letter
is truly priceless gift.
