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How to Write a Love Letter
by C. ColvinRelated Reading: You can live a life of significance
It’s one of the oldest tricks in the book, but it still works. Want to knock her off her feet? Trying giving her a love letter. It’s a lot easier than it sounds and the rewards, trust me, are worth it.
You don't have to be Shakespeare to write the perfect love letter. All you need to know is how you feel. What makes a love letter so romantic is that it is deeply personal. It shows your beloved how well you know them, and that knowledge is the very stuff of love.
As you are writing be specific. Tell her exactly how she makes you feel and what she does that makes you feel that way. Write in the second person ( use "you" ) so that your letter speaks directly to her. Before you start writing, take a few moments to think about your beloved. The following questions can help to get your thoughts going:
- What is her greatest strength?
- What do you see in her that she doesn't see in herself?
- What is the most romantic thing she has ever done for you?
- What does she do that shows you she cares about you?
- When did you fall in love with her?
- What about her pleasantly surprised you?
- What is your favorite memory of the two of you?
- How has your world changed since you got together?
You can start your letter anyway you like as long as you include her name. You don't have to be super-mushy right from the start, a simple "Dear _____" works well. Begin your letter with a very specific quality that you appreciate about her. Make the sentence exclusive – for example "I've never met anyone as _______ as you" or "No one has ever made me feel as____ as you do when you ____." Starting out this way shows her that she ranks higher than anyone else in your books – a great way to start a love letter.
As you write, tell her exactly how you feel. If you have trouble putting into words, you can say that. Writing “I don’t know how to tell you how much you mean to me, I don’t have the words” can be pretty romantic. Use specific examples that show that you've been paying attention. Remind her of the things she has done that really meant something to you. Share a favorite memory and a hope for the future. Don't forget to say "I love you." It doesn't matter how long or short your letter is, as long as it's sincere.
There's no rule that says you have to use poetry in a love letter, but if you're stumped finding just the right words, one or two carefully chosen lines can work really well. If you don't have a poem in mind, there's a lot to choose from online. If you want to use something other than the usual classics, I highly recommend "Dance Me to the End of Love" by Leonard Cohen.
Once your letter is complete, read it over carefully and check for errors. This letter will be read over and over. You don't want a mistake spoiling the mood. If you’ve been typing out your thoughts as you put the letter together, consider hand-writing the final version. See if you can find some decent paper to write it on. The recipient is probably going to keep this letter for a long time. Writing on heavy card stock will help it last. (Any good stationary or office supply store should have what you’re looking for.)
If you want to really, really impress her, seal the envelope with wax. Sealing kits are available at most fine stationary stores, but a regular candle works just as well. Dark coloured candles show up the best. Just light the candle and as it begins to melt carefully drip a small puddle of wax about the size of a quarter over the flap.
Once the letter is complete, drop it in the mail or hand deliver it and wait for a great response. If you're lucky, you just might get a love letter yourself.
~ C. Colvin is a content developer for TruthMedia Internet Group and admits to being a romantic at heart. Is there a group for that?