Valentine’s Day is just a few days away, and chances are you’ve already seen thousands of offers scattered across the internet. Judging by its opening line, even this article might be suspected by some of being sales-oriented. Jokes aside, you probably know what you’re going to gift, or perhaps it’s already wrapped and waiting. Flowers, jewelry, a weekend for two somewhere romantic, a carefully chosen object meant to delight. All of it matters.
And yet, there is something that is often overlooked, something that weighs just as much. What if, alongside the gift, you also took a moment to write a note or a letter?
I’ve always seen a handwritten note or letter as one of the most private and intimate acts there is. Somewhere along the way, we seem to have lost this way of communicating. Perhaps it’s the convenience of text messages or voice notes, it might be.
And yet, there is nothing quite like reading a heartfelt note from someone you love. Taking in the neatness of their penmanship, or its slightly disheveled appearance, which I find even more romantic, as it speaks so honestly of the person behind it. And if they’ve never seen your handwriting before, all the more reason to write. In my case, I’ve come to realize that I may not always remember the gifts I’ve received over the years, which is a pity, yet something fairly common. But I know exactly where I keep the handwritten notes from someone I love.
And as daunting as it may seem, writing a note to your lover is one of the most beautiful things you can do. It doesn’t have to be complicated, nor does it have to be perfect. It simply needs to be honest—something that comes from within.
Take your time choosing a piece of paper they would love. Perhaps it has colored borders, perhaps a texture that feels special to the touch. Then think about the ink: do they have a favorite color, one that might add to the experience itself? You might even consider a scented ink. All these small details quietly shape the way your words are received.
Finally, choose a fountain pen you truly enjoy writing with, because when the act itself feels right, your words tend to follow naturally. A handwritten note doesn’t need to be poetic or grand—only sincere. Find the words that express how you truly feel, and perhaps add something the two of you share, something personal. That detail will be remembered.
This is the beauty of it: a handwritten note remains. Whether it’s folded into a book or kept in a drawer, it has a way of resurfacing years later. And when it does, it doesn’t just recall a moment; it brings you back to it.
This Valentine’s Day, surprise your lover in your own way. But take a moment to write something down as well, something that will make you unforgettable, long after the gift itself has been forgotten.
Leave a Reply