How to write romantic love letters, a skill or perhaps art, is something that is at risk of disappearing. In the high tech world of today there are many people choosing to communicate only electronically, and while there is time taken occasionally to write romantic emails, these may not survive computers crashing or hard drive restoration.

Historians are very thankful that it was a common practice to write love letters to one's beloved in years past. Through these letters, we learned a lot about the daily life of ordinary people in history, because love notes were usually cherished possessions that recipients and their families kept for years, even after the lovers died or separated.

After you write love letters, you will want to preserve them for years and years. A high quality paper and envelope and a pen whose ink will not fade are essential to keeping the letters in good readable condition.

Unlike those love notes that are written on high quality paper, those that are scribbled on a napkin or written in lipstick on a mirror will not last forever. However, these spontaneous expressions of love will show your loved one that you are still thinking of them. They are spur of the moment decisions, and you may not always have the most ideal material on hand to convey your emotions.

It is important to take your time as you write love letters. The amount of time you take is as important a part of the gift as the sentiment contained therein. You should be specific, mentioning things that your significant other may not realize you have noticed, perhaps the way they hold a cup, or touch their hair. Think over each sentence before you put it down on paper.

If you are lucky enough to be the recipient of love letters, you should keep them, and keep them safely. If the love that you have doesn't remain, keep the letters safely tucked away regardless. It will be nice to look at them twenty years down the road with a healed heart.

If you write your love letter well, the recipient will cherish it for years or even decades, and might even pass it along in his family as a heirloom. More importantly, it will strengthen your present relationship. In today's fast-moving, technological world, a love letter is a rare and delightful gift.