On the surface, writing by hand in a diary is a solitary experience…jotting down whatever is noteworthy from the day. If the entries are dated, a timeline emerges with days, weeks, seasons unfolding into a record of one’s personal living history. Upon closer inspection, a diary is more than a collection of musings, it is […]
War Letters
Memorial Day 2014 Here’s another holiday that brings the handwritten letter to the foreground. Letters from soldiers are extremely valuable and cherished, especially if handwritten. These letters, written in unusual, often dangerous situations, reach out to family and loved ones offering solace and connection to the writer, and comfort to those addressed. Personal history is […]
Tips for Writing Love Letters
Tips for Writing Love Letters Create atmosphere- To focus your attention on the person you are writing to, eliminate distractions. Give yourself the space to discover how you feel. Bring them to mind with a photograph or some memento, and, then have a conversation with them on the page. Be natural. Content- Think about what […]