Writing love letters has always been one of the most romantic and whimsical forms of expression.When we write,we speak straight from the heart and the soul.We don't always get to do this during the course of the day with all it's demands and responsibilities.Writing a love letter shows the recipient of your affection that they are in your thoughts enough to make you take time out just for them.It is an asserted effort,and an effort that will be rewarded with appreciation each time.

The fine art of romance has been lost over the years.We live a day and age where communication is available at the press of a button,and with our loved ones only a phonecall or an email away we can quickly learn to take the deeper values of communication forgranted.But nothing can be kept as a keepsake in quite the same way as a good old-fashioned letter.A letter can be boxed and treasured,read over and over again in the years to come for endearing,nostalgic moments.

Including poetry in love letters is an extra romantic gesture.It doesn't have to be robert browning,even a few simple heartfelt lines can melt your loved ones heart,and after all,the whole aim of writing a love letter is to invoke and express the emotions of your heart.Love letters require openess and honesty,there is no room in such a letter for pride or ego,you must be wearing your heart on your sleeve right from the very start.

You could write about a special time that you remember sharing with your loved one.Tell them about a certain event or time that you both shared together,describe how you felt at that particular time and what it was that the made the occasion so special to you.Looking back on a shared moment is a particularly good idea if you have been seperated or are away from your loved one as you write to them.

Favourite things can also be added to a letter to make its content seem extra romantic.When you write a love letter you can remember to include a fragrance that your loved one has a preference for.Write your letter on paper which is their favourite colour.

The old saying goes that there is a time and a place for everything,so another important factor to take into account are that there are some days when a love letter will be more effective and extra welcome.Perhaps when your loved one is going through a bad time or difficult situation,they will feel warmth and reassurance from your kind words.Or perhaps words of congratulations are called for,never be begrudging of any personal success or achievement that your loved one may have,but express your happiness for them and let them know they will always have your love and support for better or for worse.

When writing a love letter always let your loved one be the complete and utter focus of your attention.The heart of the letter is about their feeling,and about how you want and desire them to react to your message.What do you want them to feel when they read your words?Will your words make them feel more certain of your love and affection?Will your letter make their heart go a-flutter,will your words stick in their head and remain with them even when the letter is put away?Remember your loved one won't just carry your love letter with them in their pocket,they will carry it in with them in their heart.