As Valentine’s Day approaches and the feelings of confusion become apparent in the minds of some of the 'wish to be Romeos and Juliet’s' in 360 land, I have decided to introduce you to the art of writing love letters. Remember this is an introduction only and any attempt on your behalf would be special in its self.
First let me quote a few 'ye old' style letters here, such as
Mark Twain, American writer, to Olivia Langdon, his future wife.
May 12, 1869
Out of the depths of my happy heart wells a great tide of love and prayer for this priceless treasure that is confided to my life-long keeping.
You cannot see its intangible waves as they flow towards you, darling, but in these lines you will hear, as it were, the distant beating of the surf.
How absolutely beautiful this writing is to his future wife and how could she possibly refuse his advances in this letter?
Another very old love letter is this one from,
Gustave Flaubert, famous French writer, to his wife Louise Colet.
August 15, 1846
I will cover you with love when next I see you, with caresses, with ecstasy. I want to gorge you with all the joys of the flesh, so that you faint and die. I want you to be amazed by me, and to confess to yourself that you had never even dreamed of such transports... When you are old, I want you to recall those few hours; I want your dry bones to quiver with joy when you think of them.
Would this type of writing set your lover’s heart quivering and would it capture their attention so absolutely, that even in their aged years, they still quiver with joy at the very thought of you?
Now for some writing tips from Milli for you and if you start practicing now, you will be all set for February 14th. A special day for lovers.
Tip Number One:
Keep your letter full of love and special, pertaining to your lover and your self only, no need for a run down on the days political decisions or how well the stock market is doing unless you both find that kind of conversation romantic.
Try not to make it so long that he/she needs to read it in installments. Unless you are sending a short installment each day as a build up. Simple is best. Heartfelt and meaningful.
Tip Number Two:
Do not propose in the love letter. That is a personal gesture, although you might like to make suggestions and that’s quite an acceptable prelude to the actual proposal. Maybe you can suggest a rendezvous for that special meeting and make the occasion very romantic, only hinting at your desires in the actual letter, but not making the full proposal.
Tip Number Three:
Make your letter beautiful to the eye of the beholder, personalized and special. Try using a scent that is enjoyable to both of you on your stationary or on the inside of the envelope.
For a lovely touch you might like to kiss your lips onto the bottom of the letter or on the back as a seal. This is easier for Juliet than it is for Romeo, however Romeo can allude to the kiss he has sealed his letter with, in the actual body of the letter. Or he might just become very creative in this approach and think of something special himself.
All very simple really is the art of love letter writing, when it is done from the heart and in total sincerity. Just remember that if you are writing to a secret admirer or a person with whom you wish to know better as a friend or a lover, be sympathetic to the very possibility your advances may not be reciprocated. Always remember in that situation to honor their wishes and move on, because you have probably by now mastered your love letter writing techniques for your dream lover, to come. Who will I am sure, reciprocate in kind.
Poetry for those who can write it or even pick an appropriate poem, is always a beautiful way to express emotion from the heart.
A beautiful poem and a favorite of many is this one.
"How do I love thee? Let me count the ways..."
by Elizabeth Barrett Browning (1806-1861)
How do I love thee? Let me count the ways.
I love thee to the depth and breadth and height
My soul can reach, when feeling out of sight
For the ends of Being and ideal Grace.
I love thee to the level of every day’s
Most quiet need, by sun and candle-light.
I love thee freely, as men strive for Right;
I love thee purely, as they turn from Praise.
I love thee with a passion put to use
In my old griefs, and with my childhood's faith.
I love thee with a love I seemed to lose
With my lost saints, --- I love thee with the breath,
Smiles, tears, of all my life! --- and, if God choose,
I shall but love thee better after death.
Now I set everyone a challenge to post a beautiful love letter or poem on their pages for February the 14th. It need not be your own writing but it must be to a special someone. The challenge is set and let me know if you do participate as I will post here all the participants pages in:
Our Words of Love Challenge.
Rita has with a most beautiful Valentines post and heartfelt tribute to John.
Sara has written to her beloved a very poignant love letter.
Melisa writes to her futute husband and holds nothing back in her expression of love to come.
Pia's Love Actually, and this lady knows exactly how successfully she can apply her unconditional love to her would be Romeo.
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