Sure, it’s easy to send your loved one a quick “Thinking of you!” text while you’re at work to show you care, but when was the last time you sat down to write an actual letter expressing your love for them? This post from Engaged Marriage offers seven tips for writing the perfect love letter in just 15 minutes. The biggest takeaway? Make it personal. It might sound obvious, but the love letter that will mean the most to your spouse is one that’s full of personal, specific details that are meaningful only to the two of you. Including inside jokes, the fact that you remember exactly what she wore on your first date, or the funny thing she said to you last Tuesday will show her you pay attention to the details and remember the little things. Bonus points if you actually mail the letter to your spouse. They’ll love being surprised by it when the mail comes, and they’ll know you really care because you sprang for the 49 cent stamp, too. Writing thoughtful, romantic letters to your loved one will make your connection even stronger, and help you put your express your love in a creative, personal way.

Read the full article here: 7 “Rules” to Write the Perfect Romantic Love Letter (in about 15 minutes)