Okay, so I decided to write an appreciation letter to my partner. It’s something I’ve been meaning to do for a while, just to let them know how much I value them. I’m not the best with words, especially not the lovey-dovey kind, so I figured putting it in writing would be easier.
First, I grabbed a nice piece of stationery. I didn’t want to just use regular printer paper. This felt like it needed something a little special, you know? I even dug out an old fountain pen I had lying around.
Getting Started
Then came the hard part – actually writing the thing. I started by just brainstorming. I jotted down a bunch of things I appreciate about my partner: their sense of humor, their kindness, how supportive they are, even the little things like how they always make the coffee in the morning.
- Their laugh
- Always there for me
- Best hugs ever
- Makes best coffee
I looked at list, thinking, “Okay, this is a good start, but it’s just…a list.” It didn’t really capture the feeling of how grateful I am.
Finding the Right Words
So, I tried to turn those bullet points into actual sentences. I started with something simple, like, “I really appreciate how supportive you are.” Then, I pushed myself to be more specific. Instead of just saying “supportive,” I wrote about a specific time they helped me through a tough situation. I think adding those details made it more personal and genuine.
I struggled a bit with the tone. I didn’t want it to be too cheesy or formal. I wanted it to sound like me. So I read it out loud a few times, tweaking words here and there until it sounded natural, like I was just talking to them.
The Finished Product
After a few rounds of editing (and a couple of coffee refills!), I finally had something I was happy with. It wasn’t perfect, but it was heartfelt. It was a real letter, expressing my real feelings. I even added a little doodle at the end, just for fun.
I fold the letter. Tomorrow I give to my partner. I hope that my partner will like it.
