Burst Love Letters

Each part of your love letter is important, and particular detail should be given to each and every segment, but, the most difficult part will be how to start a love letter. What we recommend first, before you even try to make sense of your sentences, is to just get your thoughts down on paper. Use a scrap sheet, or if you prefer, make your notes on the computer. Either way, just start by listing the points you wish to convey. Write down everything that comes into your head. Do not filter your thoughts, as one of those ideas might end up being the most beautiful thing you have ever said. And, if you feel your face going beet red, do not worry. Remember that no-one else is going to see your love letter, other than the one who will most appreciate your work.

Before you begin the love letter, you might also set the mood. The ambiance is important to help you think about love. If the two of you have a favorite, quiet place, go there. If you both love the songs of the Mohill Band, play that music while you write your letter. Maybe you need to drink a cool glass of lemonade or a hot cup of tea while you compose your letter. Whatever allows the creative juices to flow is the best setting for you. Do not forget to turn off the telephone ringer, and please, do not engage in online chatting or answering emails when you are supposed to be writing your love letter. Remove all distractions if possible, and concentrate.

Once you have your thoughts on paper, now you need to focus on the structure or format of your letter. Take out another blank sheet of paper, so that you can begin. Have your rough notes and ideas close by.

• Start by putting the date on the paper. Most likely, the recipient will want to treasure the letter, so the date serves as a reminder when many years have passed and the human memory is not so active.
• The next part is called the salutation. This is how you address the other person. But, please do not be formal and boring. You do not want to write "to whom it may concern". Use words like dearest, my ever lasting love, or even pet names. You might say "My Dearest Mary" or "My Handsome Freddy".
• Next, state your intent, the reason why you are writing the letter. Often, you are writing because in person, you just cannot find the words. Many people do better when someone is not watching, and thus, writing your feelings down is more intimate. Be honest, and speak from your heart when you say why you are sending the letter.

There a few things, however, that you should avoid when starting your letter.

• Do not begin in a confrontational mode. For example, do not say that you are writing because the other person never listens to you in person.
• Do not say things that are hurtful or insulting. The idea of the letter is to say something nice. Do not ruin things by writing comments that can be misconstrued.
• Do not assume in writing that the other person does not feel the same or does not want the letter. Your intent is not to guess what the receiver is thinking about your methods.

Now, you are ready to begin the body of your love letter, the part where you express your emotions.