How much do you love what’s-her-face? Here’s how to count the ways
你爱她有多深,下面就是考虑的几种方法。
Step 1: Consider presentation
Pick out nice, heavy-stock stationery and a pricey pen. An old-fashioned fountain pen is a classy touch
第一步:考虑外观
挑选漂亮的信笺信封和昂贵的钢笔。一支旧式的自来水笔用起来会很舒服。
Step 2: Set the mood
Put on music that moves you, and perhaps place a photo of your love in front of you for inspiration.
第二步:调节心情
放些感动你的音乐,也许在你面前放一张你所爱的人的照片会很好。
Tip:If your handwriting will have her wondering why you think her eyes twinkle like doormen and her lips taste like straw beds, consider hiring a calligrapher.
小贴士:如果你的笔迹想使她想到为什么你认为她的眼睛像看门人那样闪亮,她的嘴唇有稻草床的味道。那你要考虑雇一个书法家。
Step 3: Begin lovingly
Start with a loving salutation—use a pet name or term of endearment.
第三步:信的开始要有趣味
信的开始要有趣味—用一个宠物的名字或是“亲爱的”这样的词语。
Step 4: Make your declaration
Declare why you love this person, listing as many reasons as you can.
第四步:陈述
陈述你爱这个人的原因,尽量多例举理由。
Step 5: Close devotedly
Close your letter with another sentiment of devotion, like “Forever yours.”
第五步:信的结尾要诚恳
信的结尾要诚恳,例如“永远爱你的人”。
Step 6: Check spelling
Check your spelling. Your missive will quickly change from a turn-on to a turn-off if you write that your lover is “eggskwisit” in all ways.
第六步:检查拼写
检查拼写。如果你把所爱的人的名字写错了,你的信件很快会被丢掉。
Tip:Wait a day or two and reread your letter several times before mailing it, so you can gain some perspective.
小贴士:在寄信前等一两天,或是多读几遍,以便看得更清。
Step 7: Add a final flourish
Add a final romantic flourish by sealing the letter the old-fashioned way—with melted wax—and lightly spraying on your signature scent, if you have one. Now await your love’s reply!
第七步:做些最后的装饰
做些最后的装饰将信按传统的方式用蜡封住,如果有香水的话,可以在上面喷些。现在等待度对方的回复吧。