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Chuck Palahniuk – On Being Riveting
Who doesn’t love a little extreme adventure in their lives? Who doesn’t like the unconventional? Who doesn’t like mind-propelling reading material? If you are in need of a reference in writing something you feel is a taboo or that is not morally accepted, you have found inspiration and motivation in the mind and writing of …
How to Let Someone Know You Really Appreciate Them in a Letter
There are many ways to tell someone how much they matter to you. But finding the right words that sound authentic and from the heart can sometimes be difficult. One approach to convey your feelings sincerely is through simple, genuine gestures. Sometimes, a warm smile, a comforting hug, or just spending quality time with someone …
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Jimi Hendrix’s Rare Handwritten Letter
Jimi Hendrix is a national treasure who will be forever missed by millions around the globe. He’s known for his unique style of guitar playing and brilliant songwriting. He was less known for details of his personal life. Thankfully, memorabilia like this letter has been recovered. It was written to an unknown woman. Jimi Hendrix’s influence …
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William Shakespeare’s Famous Love Poem: Sonnet 116
Searching for romantic inspiration for your letter? Look no further than William Shakespeare. The 16th-century English writer, poet, and playwright is one of the greatest writers of all time. Most of his work was produced between 1589 and 1613 and consists of 38 plays and 154 sonnets, most of which have been translated into a …
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Dreams- A Beautiful Poem By Langston Hughes
I came across this wonderful poem written by Langston Hughes named Dreams. This poem emphasizes the importance of dreams in our lives, which otherwise would be meaningless. Happy reading. I was struck by how Langston Hughes beautifully captured the essence of dreams in his poem. Dreams, he suggests, are not mere fleeting thoughts, but the …
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A Dream- A Poem on Sorrow by Edgar Allan Poe
A Dream is an interesting poem by Edgar Allan Poe. The main message as far as I can understand is that the poem tells us that if our heart is full of sorrow it should not make us rest in fear, but we should overcome the fear with happiness as the prize. In ‘A Dream,’ …
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A love letter in French … simply beautiful Expression of Love
We were simply bowled over by a letter sent by a site user today. She even made the letter public, because I guess an expression of love is universal. Reading her heartfelt words was a poignant reminder of the profound impact a simple act of kindness can have. It’s a testament to the power of …
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To the Wandering Soul… letter from a site user
We just got this in. One of the site users made their letters public (yes you can do that. In the preview mode there is a checkbox to mark your letter as public). It is addressed to “The Wandering Soul”.Hmmmm.. interesting. Here is the short letter, more of a poem. As I read through this …
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Thought for Life, On Independence Day and More by Alok Mehta
My friend Alok (whom we affectionately call Jango) is one of the funniest one-line quote makers. They are witty, sometimes downright hilarious, and often have a deep meaning behind them. So here are some of his one-liners from his Facebook page. I love the one on Independence Day Alok’s wit is like a hidden treasure …
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Thought of the Day. An Invitation to 'Ha Ha He'
I just loved this quote from William Butler. It just so beautifully sums up the need to take a break from our hectic lives and enjoy the idyllic environs and go ‘Ha Ha He’. I could articulate better than the master poet himself…. so read it for yourself In today’s fast-paced world, it’s easy to …
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Highly encouraged to get some awesome feedback from users
We have been sending out Vintage Letters to friends and family and have been encouraged by all the enthusiastic support so far. One of our friends actually sent us a note using the site itself – here are some of her words of encouragement (thanks, Meg) As we continue on this journey of sending out …
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