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t's become a tenet of modern life that handwriting and snail-mail
are nearly extinct. Even before social media and text-speak, it was
rare to open your mailbox and find a personalized, handwritten
expression of affection. Imagine, then, how delighted your beloved will
be with a love letter written in your own hand. Up your romance game
with a few suggestions for penning that swooning worthy note.
First, consider writing a letter to any of your loved ones, not just your
significant other. Love extends far beyond romance, after all. Your
grandma and mother in particular will treasure your words for years to
come. Or write one for your daughter or son, and if they're at an age
when they're not quite ready to read it, put it away for a future special
occasion, like a graduation, wedding, or a birthday.
Love
Do it in style. Start with
exceptional stationery. For a simple or
seasonal card or note-card, try
Papyrus,
Modern Pink Paper, or Dabney Lee
(three Seattle locations: University Village,
Northgate, and Pacific Place; papyrusonline.
com).
DeMedici Ming Fine Paper offers
elegant and unusual cards, including mixed
media selections from local artists. De
Medici also reaches all the way to Italy for
ornate, Renaissance-inspired stationery.
Letters of
Spice up your penmanship with fancy old
school calligraphy, or a fun colored pen. But
in the end don't worry too much about the
way it looks, the most important element of
a love letter are the resonating words.
Open your heart. Don't worry
about editing yourself and don't agonize
over how the letter will be received. Open
your heart and be unafraid. Love is in the
details, so be specific about what you
love about them. Share the most detailed
