Letters are so cool

Courtesy of Heritage Auctions

Writing letters — whether by email or snail mail — is such a fun thing to do. Fun, and it connects us with others. (Don’t you feel happy and loved whenever you receive a letter?)

What I’m saying is it’s a great writing practice to easily integrate into your life.

Here’s the text of a letter that Elizabeth Taylor wrote to a fan. It’s so tender, and it is a nice encouragement for writing. Maybe you’ll be inspired?

January 24th, 1946

Dear Jean,

I was so sorry to hear about your bird dying, Why don't you write a story about Chips ? Just as if you were writing to me, and tell all about it right from the beginning, and all the cute things she did. That's what makes stories interesting, to have all the little details just as if you were telling a friend, and soon you'll find how easy it is to write.

Do you want me to tell you when my book comes out ? Lots of luck.

Sincerely,

(Signed, 'Elizabeth Taylor')